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Empower AI Awarded Contract Exceeding $200M to Modernize Critical Infrastructure Across More Than 80 U.S. Army Installations
Empower AI is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a contract valued at more than $200 million by the U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command (ISEC) Mission Engineering Directorate (MED) to support the Army Metering Program (AMP). The program is managed under U.S. Army Materiel Command (AMC) through the TEIS IV contract vehicle. This multi-year effort will modernize critical infrastructure across more than 80 Army installations, enhancing energy resilience, enabling real-time analytics, and strengthening operational readiness objectives across the enterprise.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2025
Juan Toves Joins Empower AI as Chief Growth Officer
Empower AI announces the appointment of Juan Toves as Chief Growth Officer (CGO). Juan succeeds Paul Harrington, who is departing the company to return to his consulting practice. We thank Paul for his leadership and contributions to our growth efforts and wish him continued success. Paul will remain a member of Empower AI’s Advisory Board.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · July 24, 2025
Empower AI Awarded the GSA OASIS+ Contract
Empower AI (formerly known as NCI Information Systems) has been awarded the One Acquisition Solution for Integrated Services Plus (OASIS+) prime contract from the General Services Administration (GSA). As an awardee in the contract’s Technical & Engineering services domain, Empower AI will provide federal agencies with design, development, and operational expertise for systems and processes.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · February 11, 2025
Empower AI Awarded U.S. Army Task Order to Modernize Health Networks
Empower AI (formerly NCI Information Systems), a leading provider of information technology solutions and professional services to the U.S. government, has been awarded a task order with the U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command’s Fort Detrick Engineering Directorate (USAISEC) for IT services and engineering support. The task order has a total value in excess of $45 million if all options are exercised.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · January 6, 2025
Empower AI Awarded Five-Year BAA with the Defense Logistics Agency
Empower AI (formerly known as NCI Information Systems) has been awarded a five-year Broad Agency Agreement (BAA) supporting the Defense Logistics Agency’s Acquisition Modernization Technology Research (AMTR) Program Management Office. Scope for this work calls for the use of technical and process expertise that helps AMTR make operational improvements to enhance warfighter readiness.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · October 29, 2024
Empower AI appoints Elaine Duke to Board of Directors
Empower AI is delighted to announce that the Honorable Elaine Duke, the former Deputy Secretary (as well as Acting Secretary), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), has joined the Board of Directors. As a member of the Board, Ms. Duke will provide guidance and direction on matters such as strategy, governance and growth. In addition, Ms. Duke will also serve as the inaugural member and Chair of Empower AI’s External Advisory Board.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · September 5, 2024
Dr. Jennifer Sample Joins Empower AI as Chief Technology Officer
Empower AI has named Dr. Jennifer Sample as Chief Technology Officer to drive the company’s technology vision, strategy, and execution on behalf of federal government customers. In this role Dr. Sample will ensure that deployments of emerging technology deliver strategic value, support digital transformation goals, and meet agency missions.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · August 20, 2024
U.S. Army Awards $27 Million IT Services Contract to Empower AI
Empower AI (formerly NCI Information Systems), a leading provider of advanced information technology solutions and professional services to U.S. government agencies, today announced that it was awarded a new contract to support the U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command’s Fort Huachuca Engineering Directorate. The task order was awarded under ISEC’s Total Engineering and Integration Services IV contract and has a total value of $27 million if all options are exercised. Work will be performed at more than 60 locations in South Korea.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · November 15, 2023
Empower AI Awarded $21 Million IT Services Contract to Support U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command
Empower AI (formerly NCI Information Systems), a leading provider of advanced information technology solutions and professional services to U.S. government agencies, today announced that it was awarded a new contract to support the U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command’s National Capital Region Engineering Directorate. The task order, awarded under ISEC’s Total Engineering and Integration Services IV contract, includes a one-year base period of performance and a six-month option, with a total contract value of $21 million. Work will be performed at Fort Meade, Md.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · October 16, 2023
Empower AI Appoints Pamela Rothka as Chief Financial Officer
Empower AI (formerly NCI Information Systems), a leading provider of advanced information technology solutions and professional services to U.S. government agencies, today announced the appointment of Pamela Rothka as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer. A member of the executive leadership team, Pamela will partner with CEO Jeff Bohling and the Board of Empower AI to drive the company’s strategy and financial integrity during a time of significant growth.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · July 25, 2023
Jim Rittinger Joins Empower AI as General Counsel
Empower AI (formerly NCI Information Systems), a leading provider of advanced information technology solutions and professional services to U.S. government agencies, today announced the appointment of Jim Rittinger as the company’s new General Counsel and Corporate Secretary. Rittinger brings nearly 30 years of experience as a practicing attorney and will oversee all legal and corporate governance activities for the company.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · June 20, 2023
Empower AI Announces Paul Harrington as Chief Growth Officer
Empower AI (formerly NCI Information Systems), a leading provider of advanced information technology solutions and professional services to U.S. government agencies, today announced the appointment of Paul Harrington as Chief Growth Officer. Harrington is a distinguished executive with over three decades of experience leading growth-focused organizations in both the government services and private technology sectors. He joins Empower AI to accelerate growth with a strong focus on innovation.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · April 17, 2023
Empower AI Announces Jeff Bohling as CEO
Empower AI (formerly NCI Information Systems), a leading provider of advanced information technology solutions and professional services to U.S. government agencies, today announced that the company’s Board of Directors has appointed Jeff Bohling as chief executive officer.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · February 15, 2023
Empower AI Awarded $14 Million Cybersecurity Contract to Support U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command
Empower AI (formerly NCI Information Systems), a leading provider of artificial intelligence and other technologies to U.S. government agencies, today announced that it has won a new contract to support the U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command’s Mission Engineering Directorate. The task order, awarded under ISEC’s Total Engineering and Integration Services IV contract, includes a one-year base period of performance and one option year, with a total contract value of $14 million. Work will be performed in Fort Huachuca, Ariz., and at Army bases worldwide.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · December 7, 2022
Empower AI and AI-Vets Announce Joint Venture to Develop AI and Emerging IT Solutions for Defense, Civilian Agencies
Empower AI (formerly NCI Information Systems), a leading provider of artificial intelligence and other technologies to U.S. government agencies, today announced that it has launched a joint venture company and mentor-protégé relationship with AmeriinfoVets Inc. (AI-Vets).
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · November 29, 2022
U.S. Army 7th Signal Command Awards Empower AI $11 Million IT Services and Cybersecurity Contract
Empower AI (formerly NCI Information Systems), a leading provider of artificial intelligence and other technologies to U.S. government agencies, today announced that it has won a recompete contract to support the 7th Signal Command (Theater). The task order, awarded under the U.S. Army Information Technology Enterprise Solutions – 3 Services contract, includes a one-year base period of performance with two one-year options, and has an estimated value of $11 million. Work will be performed at Army Network Enterprise Centers worldwide.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · November 2, 2022
Executive Office of the President Selects Empower AI for $16 Million Contract
Empower AI (formerly NCI Information Systems), a leading provider of artificial intelligence and other technologies to U.S. government agencies, today announced that it has won a five-year recompete task order to support the Executive Office of the President / Office of Management and Budget with critical IT support services, including automation tools that support the federal budget process. The hybrid fixed-price task order has an estimated value of $16.9 million if all options are exercised.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · October 25, 2022
U.S. Army Awards Empower AI $14 Million Engineering Contract to Support Modernization Initiative at National Defense University
Empower AI (formerly NCI Information Systems), a leading provider of artificial intelligence and other technologies to U.S. government agencies, today announced that it has won a new contract to support the U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command. The task order, awarded under ISEC’s Total Engineering and Integration Services IV contract, has total contract value of up to $14 million if all options are exercised.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · October 12, 2022
Empower AI Launches AI Solution Set to Supercharge Digital Transformation Initiatives
Empower AI (formerly NCI Information Systems), a leading provider of artificial intelligence and other technologies to U.S. government agencies, today announced that it has launched a set of new AI solutions that will provide federal technology leaders with the power to swiftly transform existing programs into future-ready systems.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · September 13, 2022
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin Attends Empower AI Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at New Richmond Location
Empower AI (formerly NCI Information Systems), a leading provider of artificial intelligence and other technologies to U.S. government agencies, today announced that it has opened a new, state-of-the-art facility in Richmond, Va., to further support customers like the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and others in the region with AI-enabled solutions. The facility, located at 8701 Park Central Drive in Richmond, supports more than 150 employees across the Richmond community.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · July 22, 2022
NCI announces its transformation to Empower AI
NCI Information Systems, Inc., a long-time technology provider to U.S. government agencies, today announced that it has become Empower AI. The transformation reflects the successful adoption of the Empower AI Platform across federal defense, civilian and health care agencies, and leverages Empower AI’s all-inclusive AI-as-a-Service (AIaaS) approach.
By Empower AI · Via Business Wire · June 7, 2022