Cherokee Federal is a mission-critical solutions provider that combines deep intelligence community expertise with agile delivery capabilities [1]. As a Tribal 8(a) contractor, the company delivers comprehensive mission support services, advanced IT solutions, and strategic operations support for federal agencies both domestically and internationally [2].
Under the leadership of an experienced executive team including Brad Barnhart (VP, Intelligence Practice), Beth Inglis and Cliff Prether (Executive and Operations General Managers, Intelligence Practice), and others, Cherokee Federal maintains a robust service portfolio encompassing:
- Program Management and Administrative Support
- Case Management and Processing Services
- Technical & Advisory Services
- Professional Services Delivery
- Subject Matter Expertise (SME)
- Training & Development
The organization's unique positioning as a Tribal 8(a) contractor [7] provides significant contracting advantages:
- Civilian agency direct awards up to $25M without J&A
- DoD agency direct awards up to $100M without J&A
- Unlimited award potential with J&A
- Non-protestable tribal 8(a) direct awards
Cherokee Federal's comprehensive service portfolio spans intelligence analytics [8], operational support [3], and specialized training programs [4]. The organization maintains its federal contracting presence through multiple tribally-owned 8(a) companies [3], holding prime positions on major GWACs including OASIS+ and GSA Schedules [1].
Their contract vehicle portfolio includes:
- GSA Multiple Award Schedule holdings across 7+ companies with IT Professional Services (132-51), Health IT Services (132-56), and Professional Services Schedule SINs
- OASIS+ Small Business awards in Management & Advisory, Environmental, Facilities, Logistics, Research & Development, and Technical & Engineering domains
The organization maintains comprehensive quality management systems and security frameworks [2], supported by:
- Multiple GSA Schedule contracts across service categories [4]
- Facility clearance levels for classified contracts [3]
- Federal security framework compliance
- Information system security alignments
Recent achievements and strategic developments demonstrate Cherokee Federal's continued growth and innovation:
- Establishment of Cherokee Innovation Lab in Tysons Corner [4]
- AWS Select Partner certification
- Expansion of intelligence operations [5]
- Implementation of Zero Trust Architecture framework
- Development of data science and AI/ML capabilities
Through its multiple subsidiary companies, including Cherokee Nation Management & Consulting, Technology Solutions, Strategic Programs, and Security & Defense, Cherokee Federal delivers specialized capabilities across domains from IT modernization to facilities management [1]. Their commitment to quality, security, and innovation, combined with their advantageous Tribal 8(a) status [10], positions them as a strategic partner for federal agencies seeking reliable, efficient procurement solutions.