For Immediate Release
Alexandria, Virginia, November 21, 2007 - The Tauri Group is pleased to announce that it has been selected as the prime contractor to provide Advisory & Assistance Services for the Defense Threat Reduction Agency Chemical and Biological Technologies Directorate (DTRA-CB). The initial task order of the indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract has a value of $85 million over the next five years.
DTRA-CB provides science and technology support to DTRA and the Department of Defense Chemical and Biological Defense Program by managing and integrating medical and physical research projects and initiatives. These efforts are geared toward developing future technology solutions to reduce the impact of chemical and biological hazards to military forces. The Tauri Group team will provide in-depth scientific analyses, technology assessments, program management assistance, and business operations support to the directorate.
"We look forward to bringing an experienced, dynamic, and results-driven team to partner with DTRA-CB in support of this critical mission," said Mr. Ric Weyrick, The Tauri Group program manager for the contract.
The Tauri Group's principal subcontractors for this effort are: ANSER Inc., Arlington, VA; Bull & Associates, Inc., Arlington, VA; Lovelace Respiratory Research Institute, Albuquerque, NM; LMI, McLean, VA; and ManTech SRS, Huntsville, AL. The Tauri Group also has agreements for niche expertise support with Martin, Blanck, & Associates, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, and Mercury Healthcare Consulting.
The Tauri Group was founded in 2001 by managing partners Carissa Bryce Christensen, Cosmo DiMaggio III, and Mark V. Herzing.
For more information, contact Clair Hill at The Tauri Group: 703-647-8055 or
About The Tauri Group
The Tauri Group, an innovator in analytical consulting, applies creative, responsive problem-solving to homeland security, defense, and space enterprises. Government agencies and multinational contractors trust The Tauri Group's objectivity and vision. They know The Tauri Group brings the leading minds in homeland security, technology, aerospace, arms control, public health, and more to tackle issues with no easy answers. The company is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. For more information, visit their Web site at www.taurigroup.com or contact Clair Hill at The Tauri Group: 703-647-8055 or .
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