Valkyrie Helps Restore BB 64

Our Valkyrie volunteers who have been onboard the USS Wisconsin over the last two years will be recognized on August 1, at Nauticus.  All area volunteers who have been a part of the "Restore BB 64" effort were invited to the event, during which a special recognition stand honoring 2012 volunteer groups will be unveiled.  

A very sincere "Thank you!" is extended to Toby Robillard and Kate Green for leading the charge these last two years.  And of course, we thank all who have come out and given of their time and elbow grease!

For those of you unfamiliar with the project, Valkyrie has adopted the Bridge, also known as the Pilot House.  We are in our second year of involvement and have already accomplished much, though there is still much to be done.  

So far, we have done a space paint out, restored the decking, installed charts on chart tables, repaired alarm panels, lights, and other electrical equipment, and shined A LOT of brass! Considering that she sat for fifteen years without daily attention, the Wisconsin was and is still in need of upkeep and repairs.  We are always looking for help, knowledge of items in the space, ideas, and equipment donations to help get her back into operational shape.  If you're interested in joining our team, please contact Kate Green.  This is a family friendly event! Also, please note that for those of you who know students needing to fulfill volunteer hours, Kate is happy to supervise such individuals/groups.

Again, thank you to those involved; if you are considering getting involved, please do!  Over the next few months, we will be tackling the following projects:
-Opening the Citadel
-Status Boards
-Lighting

We hope to see some new faces onboard in the Fall!!!

And stay tuned for photos from the August 1 event!

(Photo taken during a Saturday morning volunteer effort)

New Hires!

All – please take a moment to welcome our newest Valkyrie Warriors:

Alison Evanish:  Alison has joined Valkyrie as a Program Manager working for Jeff Stermer.  She supports the PMW 240/ Sea Warrior Program Management Office (PMO) within the NAVY’s Manpower, Personnel, Training, and Education (MPT&E) Division.  Alison works with managers and software engineers to develop technical documents, standards, and processes for the planning and execution of software applications.

Jerwyn Pulido:  Jerwyn has over 8 years of experience working as a Defense contractor supporting Naval Surface Warfare Center Port Hueneme Division. He joins the Valkyrie team with a background in ship IC installation and support, Switch/Panel fabrication, PC board soldering, circular multi-pin cable and fiber optic cable termination.  Jerwyn will be working for Dave Mortenson in our Oxnard, CA office supporting our current IC Switchboard contract.

Job Opportunities at Valkyrie!

Valkyrie has listed new opportunities from Virginia Beach to Hawaii on our website. Please feel free to forward around to interested parties. We Hire The Best To Be The Best!
 http://www.valkyrie.com/jobs.html

Valkyrie on Winning Team for $24M Contract Supporting Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command (SPAWAR) Sea Warrior Program Office

Virginia Beach, VA, July 18, 2013 (N00178-04-D-4065-NS01) – Valkyrie Enterprises, LLC, a leading maritime engineering and sustainment provider, announced today that it was a critical team member of ICI Services Corporation, which was awarded a three-year, $24 million contract to provide comprehensive program management support services for the Sea Warrior Program Management Office (PMW 240), Arlington, VA.

The Sea Warrior Program manages the acquisition, deployment, sustainment, and retirement of roughly one third of the systems in the manpower, personnel, training and education (MPTE) domain as well as Distance Support IT solutions.  The Program’s IT portfolio includes thirty-four major IT systems and twenty-nine subsystems that enable sailors to manage their careers and access needed information.   

Support services to be performed include program and planning management, corporate operations, systems engineering, financial management, and logistics management support of business systems in PMW 240.   The National Capital Region will be the primary work location, with additional support being provided in Orlando, FL; New Orleans, LA; Pensacola, FL; Crane, IN; and Millington, TN. 

Gary Lisota, Valkyrie Enterprises President and CEO said, “We are proud to be a part of Team ICI and we are fortunate to be a part of such a stellar group.  We look forward to providing superior service to PMW 240 and our warfighters.”

Valkyrie Wins Two Contracts Totaling $1.5M Supporting the Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV)

Virginia Beach, VA, July 15, 2013 (N00178-08-D-5636-FK01 & FK02) – Valkyrie Enterprises, LLC, a leading maritime engineering and sustainment provider, announced today that it was awarded two contracts to provide engineering support services for The Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV) at Joint Expeditionary Base, Little Creek, Virginia Beach, VA. Each award is for a base period of 12 months, with two one-year option periods.

The Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV) was established to advise the Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) in matters concerning the acceptance of newly commissioned ships and the suitability of active fleet units for further service. Additionally, the board is required by law with keeping the CNO informed of the material condition of the operating forces. That is done through appropriately scheduled ship inspections. The President of the Board of Inspection and Survey is assisted by such officers and such permanent and semi-permanent boards as may be designated by SECNAV.

Support services to be performed include supporting the Fleet Commander’s Annual Plan and INSURV’s inspection process by providing engineering support to include: planning, data collection, analysis, and synthesis for the development of common assessment procedures. Additional services include supporting the execution of each assigned ship system Audit Plan and the planning of new audits to determine material readiness or validity of proposed maintenance programs. Other services include support for the administration of all facets of the Board’s strategic improvement program and supporting Projects/Planned Actions.

“Valkyrie has worked in support of INSURV for nearly six years and we are proud to be able to continue to do so under these prime contracts.  We strive to provide INSURV and all our customers with stellar service while carrying out their missions in support of our great nation,” said Gary Lisota, President and CEO of Valkyrie Enterprises.

Valkyrie on Winning Team for $295M Installation and Logistics Management Services Contract

Press Release: 

(July 11, 2013) VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (HSCG44-13-D-ILMS2) – Valkyrie Enterprises, LLC, a leading maritime engineering and sustainment provider, announced today that it was a critical team member of LYNXNET, LLC, which was awarded an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ) contract with potential value over $295 million to provide Installation and Logistics Management Services (ILMS) for the USCG, Command, Control and Communication Engineering Center (C3CEN), Portsmouth, VA. This was a multi award contract, and the LYNXNET team was one of four companies to win a contract. The award is for a base period of 60 months. 

The primary mission of the USCG’s Command, Control, Communication, Computer and Information Technology Service Center (C4IT-SC) is to unify the Coast Guard’s information technology support structure and business practices into a single mission support model for the entire Coast Guard.  C3CEN was incorporated into the C4IT-SC as a Center of Excellence whose primary mission is to continue to support the wide variety of Coast Guard command, control, and communication systems located at shore facilities, on vessels, and aircraft. The purpose of this acquisition is to acquire installation and logistic services required by C3CEN, including:

·         C4IT system documentation support;

·         C4IT system installation and de-installation of equipment;

·         C4IT system Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) support;

·         C4IT system field support; and

·         C4IT System Management and Engineering Facilities (SMEF) support. 

ILMS services will primarily be within the continental United States (CONUS), including Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, Puerto Rico, and/or OCONUS on an as-needed basis.  Services are to be performed aboard USCG vessels/cutters at USCG shore facilities and potentially USCG units located CONUS/OCONUS.

Gary Lisota, Valkyrie’s President and CEO said, “We are extremely proud to be part of Team LYNXNET, providing our services and solutions for our customers.  Many thanks to all involved with this tremendous effort; we look forward to great success and working with our teammates in support of this contract vehicle.”

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