TYSONS CORNER, VA - Winners of the 7th Annual Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards (GWGCA) were announced last night at an awards gala some have dubbed the "Academy Awards of government contracting." Seven Washington-area government contracting industry firms and executives and one federal civil servant were recognized by their peers as winners of the awards, which recognize exceptional innovation, dedication and commitment to excellence. The awards were presented in partnership by the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce's Greater Washington GovCon Council, the Professional Services Council and Washington Technology magazine.

Senator John Warner was also honored with a special Leadership Award for his extraordinary leadership, unyielding commitment to and accomplishments in transforming government on behalf of the American people. In addition, Al Nashman, former CSC executive, was inducted into the Greater Washington Government Contractor Hall of Fame. Nashman was awarded this honor for his professional excellence, consistent track record of growth and success and his history of extraordinary personal contributions to his community, company and industry.

Awards were presented to companies at four revenue levels; to chief executives at three revenue levels; and to one public sector partner whose achievements were exceptionally distinguished.

"There are few greater tributes than to be saluted by one's own peers for outstanding performance," said Fairfax County Chamber Chairman Stu Mendelsohn, Partner, Holland & Knight. "And these individuals and firms are truly doing outstanding work in this vital sector of our business community."

Stan Soloway, President and CEO of the Professional Services Council said the awards represent something very special. "At a time when our government faces almost unprecedented challenges, these awards really recognize those who have built a partnership that is critical to our collective ability to meet those daunting challenges."

The 7th Annual Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards Winners are:

Contractor of the Year (less than $25 million)
Dovel Technologies

Contractor of the Year ($25 to $75 million)
High Performance Technologies

Contractor of the Year ($75 to $300 million)
Whitney, Bradley & Brown

Contractor of the Year (greater than $300 million)
CACI International

Executive of the Year (less than $75 million)
Jerry Torres, Torres A E Solutions

Executive of the Year ($75 to $300 million)
Bill Hoover, American Systems Corporation

Executive of the Year (greater than $300 million)
Sudhakar Kesavan, ICF International

Public Sector Partner of the Year
David Drabkin, GSA

Hall of Fame Inductee
Al Nashman, Former Executive, CSC

Footage of the GovCon Awards is available at www.talkingtree.tv/govcon2009.html.

Established in 1925, the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce is a privately operated, nonprofit membership organization that represents Northern Virginia's premier businesses. The Fairfax County Chamber leverages its access, influence and relationships to advance the economic vitality and quality of life in the Northern Virginia region. For more information about the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce, visit the Chamber's Web site at www.fairfaxchamber.org.

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