Greenbelt, MD – September 2024
GAMA-1 Technologies (GAMA-1) has been awarded a five-year contract to provide IT system support services for the Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory (PMEL), a vital arm of NOAA’s Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR). This task, part of the broader NOAA Mission IT Services (NMITS) program, will enable PMEL to continue its groundbreaking research on the global ocean and its complex interactions with Earth’s atmosphere, ecosystems, and climate.
The contract is a significant win for GAMA-1, which emerged as the successful bidder out of four contenders. The company’s expertise in delivering secure, high-performance IT services for scientific and research organizations positioned it to meet the intricate needs of PMEL’s mission. This partnership underscores GAMA-1’s commitment to leveraging advanced IT solutions to support NOAA’s vital environmental research and predictions.
Supporting PMEL’s Mission with Cutting-Edge IT Solutions
For over 50 years, PMEL has been at the forefront of marine and atmospheric research, making critical observations that drive improvements in climate predictions, fisheries management, and coastal resilience. Under this new contract, GAMA-1 will enhance PMEL’s IT infrastructure, ensuring that the laboratory’s scientific data and observations remain secure, reliable, and accessible.
The contract covers a comprehensive range of IT services, including the development, operation, and maintenance of both physical and virtual computing and network infrastructures. GAMA-1 will also manage IT security configurations, application development, and administration, all essential to PMEL’s research activities.
GAMA-1’s commitment to PMEL extends beyond traditional IT support, as it seeks to establish economies-of-scale through automation. This strategy will streamline processes, improve service delivery, and reduce costs, ultimately enhancing PMEL’s operational efficiency and scientific output.
A Partnership for Innovation
Leigh Ryan, Senior Director of Operations at GAMA-1 Technologies, expressed her enthusiasm for this new endeavor: “We are excited to partner with PMEL and NOAA in their pursuit of understanding the world’s oceans. By implementing cutting-edge IT solutions, GAMA-1 is not only supporting NOAA’s research but also accelerating scientific discovery and improving environmental predictions that benefit society.”
This contract reflects GAMA-1’s longstanding expertise in serving science and research organizations, and their ability to provide innovative solutions tailored to the unique challenges faced by PMEL. The company’s strategic approach aligns with NOAA’s mission to deliver trusted scientific information through innovative research and technology development.
As GAMA-1 embarks on this five-year journey, the collaboration with NOAA PMEL promises to yield lasting advancements in marine environmental research and IT infrastructure management, all while driving down operational costs and ensuring scientific accuracy for generations to come.
About GAMA-1 Technologies, LLC
GAMA-1 Technologies is committed to leveraging science and data to create impactful solutions for humanity. As a certified Small Disadvantaged Business, we specialize in secure, high-performance enterprise technologies that support future scientific endeavors. Our core principles—reputability, reliability, and results—guide our mission to manage public scientific data and environmental intelligence effectively.
Our certifications and partnerships underscore our commitment to excellence. GAMA-1 is an ISO 9001, ISO 20000, and ISO 27001 certified organization, adhering to CMMI and ITIL best practices. As an AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with the Migration Competency and Public Sector Partner Designation, a Scaled Agile Silver Partner, and a Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador, we combine technical expertise with mission-driven objectives to deliver meaningful solutions. Our goal is to be the trusted partner in digital transformation, earth observations, and applied science technology, leveraging our experience to enable data-driven benefits for humanity.
A Great Place to Work
In the competitive landscape, GAMA-1 stands out as a company that fosters a family-oriented, small-business culture. Our workplace cultivates camaraderie and community, with 97% of employees feeling this strong sense of connection. We value individual contributions and provide opportunities for career growth and interaction with senior executives, attracting candidates who seek meaningful engagement and a rewarding career trajectory.
GAMA-1 Technologies, LLC is more than just a company; we are a partner in driving meaningful change. With certifications including ISO 9001, ISO 20000-1, ISO 27001, CMMI, and ITIL best practices, we align technical expertise with mission objectives to craft solutions that matter. As an Amazon Web Services Advanced Tier Partner, Scaled Agile Silver Partner, and Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador, we combine competence and commitment to create a better future. Learn more about us at www.gama1tech.com and join us in shaping a brighter tomorrow.
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Stan Coachman, Contracts Manager – 301-982-4262, [email protected]
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