Hensel Phelps and BlueForge, LLC were recently selected by the Department of Defense (DoD) to participate in a specialized DoD Mentor Protégé Program. This important program assists small businesses (protégés) in successfully competing for prime contract and subcontract awards by partnering with large companies (mentors) under individual and uniquely tailored development agreements. Under the program, mentor firm Hensel Phelps will provide construction management focused development support to BlueForge, LLC.
Protégé firm, BlueForge, is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and certified HUBZone Small Business with extensive construction experience and outstanding ratings including multiple projects with the VA, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and other federal agencies.
“I am honored that the Department of Defense has put their confidence in BlueForge and Hensel Phelps,” stated John Jackson, Managing Partner of BlueForge. “It is truly an honor to assist the DoD by serving those who serve and defend our great nation on a daily basis. This team is committed to providing the highest level service and support to those who put their lives on the line for our freedom.”
“Hensel Phelps is very proud to be involved with this important program.” said Kirk Hazen, Vice President of Hensel Phelps. “We have worked with BlueForge on a number of projects and welcome the opportunity to continue to mentor and assist their business efforts as they grow and pursue other government-related opportunities throughout the country.”