Miles Jamison
Aretum, an information technology services contractor specializing in emerging technologies, has secured the Polaris Award through its joint venture partnership with GCI.
The Bethesda, Maryland-based company said it will collaborate with GCI to provide support to the government in its efforts to meet the demands for advanced information technology services, including innovations in the fields of systems modernization, digital transformation and emerging technologies. Through the collaboration, government agencies can access advanced technologies that can be utilized for enhancing operations, security and efficiency across multiple sectors.
What Is the Polaris Award?
The Polaris Award, part of the General Services Administration’s governmentwide acquisition contract, or GWAC, program, enables federal agencies to acquire information technology services and capabilities. The Polaris GWAC, in particular, allows for the acquisition of IT services like cybersecurity, cloud computing and data analytics.
Through the Polaris Award, Aretum aims to continue to drive innovation in artificial intelligence, machine learning, natural language processing, large language models, deep learning, zero trust architectures and cybersecurity and deliver these advancements to the federal sector.
“Our work in transformative areas like AI, ML, NLP and cybersecurity is paying off and being recognized by GSA,” said Rohit Gupta, CEO of Aretum. “The Polaris Award is a testament to the dedication and expertise we bring to the table. We are excited to partner with GCI to deliver innovative solutions that meet the unique needs of our government clients.”
Suresh Gulati, chief program officer of Aretum, stated, “The Polaris Award is a reflection of the years of hard work we’ve dedicated to developing our expertise in emerging technologies.”
