EVOLVENT and Information Management Resource Group -iMRG- Announce Award of Department of Homeland Security Mentor-Protege Program.

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FALLS CHURCH, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 20, 2004

New Program Showcases EVOLVENT and iMRG as Providers of World-Class Technology Services at DHS 

EVOLVENT, a Washington DC area-based technology firm, announced today that the Department of Homeland Security has selected the firm along with iMRG to participate in the Mentor-Protege program, just six weeks after its inception. Both companies specialize in IT systems integration, and have joint capabilities and goals that bode well for a successful partnership. EVOLVENT (www.evolvent.com) will serve as the mentor to iMRG (www.iMRGcorp.com).

"We are very excited about the opportunity to participate in this important program at DHS with one of our key partner companies, iMRG," said EVOLVENT founder and CEO Peter Ramsaroop.

The program offers opportunities for growth between the two companies, while enhancing the mission of the two-year old Federal agency. Mentors agree to help the protege, typically a small business, build its capabilities and qualifications in the federal contracting arena.

"We believe the Mentor-Protege Program offers small and large businesses a excellent opportunity to build a 'Win-Win' partnerships, and accelerate the development of small businesses," said Kevin Boshears, Director of the DHS Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization office.

EVOLVENT's COO, Bill Oldham, said, "Our two companies bring a wealth of talent to the needs of DHS. Our information technology solutions, proven through long customer relationships in the Department of Defense, will help DHS as it continues to pursue success in its vital mission."

"DHS has a critical mission in the current world environment," said iMRG CEO Karyn M. Kortan. "As a team we look forward to supporting DHS in the development and maintenance of solutions that are stable, secure, reliable, and responsive to the needs of this very important federal agency."

EVOLVENT, as mentor, benefits by added incentive points during the solicitation evaluation process, recognition of subcontracting plans for the protege in the post-award period, and participation in annual recognition ceremonies.

DHS also benefits from the program, as it provides a positive alternative to contract bundling and increases contracting opportunities for small businesses.

About EVOLVENT Technologies

EVOLVENT is currently a leading systems integrator supporting the US Air Force, US Army, and the Department of Veteran Affairs as a member of the VA Security Team (VAST). EVOLVENT also is a partner to large organizations such as General Dynamics, SAIC, and NCI. A prime contractor on the Military Health Service D/SIDDOMS III contract and a subcontractor on the recent VA GITSS contract, EVOLVENT offers a broad spectrum of technology services to the federal customer.

About iMRG, Inc.

iMRG, Inc., based in Alexandria, Virginia, focuses on IT security and business continuity services to government and commercial clients. iMRG, Inc. provides services in five main areas: Section 508 Compliance, Information Assurance (IT Security), HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act of 1996), Enterprise Solutions, and Program/Project Oversight.