Beginning with a five-year base period, followed by an additional five-year option period, ITES-4H is divided into seven key hardware categories, the products for which will be sourced from a select group of the industry’s top manufacturers, including Dell Technologies, Juniper, Cisco, HP, Black Box, APC, Samsung, LG, and Poly. More precisely, the scope of the contract allows for the purchase and lease of servers, workstations, and thin/zero clients; storage systems; networking equipment; peripherals and other assorted accessories; communication and power devices; standalone displays; installation, configuration, and maintenance services; and select software, such as Enterprise Software Agreements (ESAs), non-variations, and other related incidental services, accessories, and options.

As one of only 49 total awardees, Sterling, alongside its fellow contractors, secured a position in all seven of the aforementioned hardware categories. With nearly 30 years of experience orchestrating best-in-class outcomes for the Federal Government, Sterling is well positioned to perform on the contract, offering a myriad of advantages including acquisitional efficiency through a simplified procurement process; deep cost savings through competitive pricing; peace of mind through stringent adherence to regulatory and compliance standards; and three strategically located Configuration, Integration, and Distribution (CID) Centers, from which the solutions provider offers a comprehensive suite of tailor-made client services.

“Earning placement on ITES-4H is an incredible honor, and responsibility,” said Brad Moore, CEO of Sterling, “and it’s not one we take lightly. Similar to the results we’ve attained for clients on other government contracts, we’re eager to focus on driving capabilities and value for our Army customers, doing so with an elite, highly certified engineering team; a staunch, unwavering commitment to supply chain risk management; and a mission-focused, results-driven approach to our solutioning.”

The initial ordering period for ITES-4H commences later this fall, on November 20, 2025. For more information regarding the contract, and how Sterling can best serve you, please visit sterling.com/contracts/ites-4h/

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Those lists include the Solution Provider 500, which ranks the largest IT solution providers operating in North America based on revenue; the Fast Growth 150, which spotlights the fastest-growing solution providers; and the Tech Elite 250, which recognizes companies who attained the highest-level certifications from leading technology vendors in the industry.

Making any of these three lists is a notable achievement in and of itself, but being featured on all three in the same year demonstrates an exceptional level of business acumen, a focus on innovation, and a dedication to building technical expertise.

“It’s gratifying to be recognized in this manner,” said Tim McCabe, President of Sterling, “because, at its core, the Triple Crown Award represents a year’s worth of consistent, high-caliber performance from our team, which has committed itself, in each of these three fundamental areas, to always raising the bar and to never settling for anything less than extraordinary.”

“Triple Crown Award winners represent the pinnacle of performance in the channel,” said Jennifer Follett, Vice President, U.S. Content, Executive Editor, at CRN, The Channel Company. “These solution providers consistently demonstrate a deep commitment to technical excellence, innovation in their offerings, and leadership across the industry. We applaud their achievements and look forward to watching them continue to set the standard for success.”

The 2025 Triple Crown Award winners are also featured online at www.crn.com/triplecrown.

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Highlighting the top-performing and fastest-growing technology solution providers in North America, the Fast Growth 150 spotlights the top integrators, managed service providers, value-added resellers, and IT consultants who have demonstrated outstanding performance and growth. Over the past two years, the companies featured on the list have achieved remarkable sales growth, propelled by their innovative strategies and advanced technological expertise, particularly in areas like artificial intelligence, security, and cloud computing.

“It’s always gratifying to chart sustained year-over-year business growth, which is ultimately a reflection of the tireless efforts of our staff as well as a testament to the best-in-class value with which our clients credit us,” said Brad Moore, CEO of Sterling. “In this industry, innovation and excellence are not mere niceties but are, in fact, necessities. We take that mandate seriously, and always with an eye toward delivering a superior IT experience for every customer.”

“Each company on the Fast Growth 150 list is harnessing its extensive technology acumen and forward-looking business strategy to accelerate growth and evolve to stay ahead in the fast-moving IT arena,” said Jennifer Follett, VP, U.S. Content, and Executive Editor, CRN, The Channel Company. “These notable companies show passion and commitment to finding success, supporting agility, and delivering enduring outcomes for customers. We congratulate each of them and look forward to their continued growth and evolution.”

A portion of the 2025 Fast Growth 150 will be featured in the August issue of CRN Magazine. You can also view the complete list online at www.crn.com/fastgrowth150.

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Together, they discuss how emerging technologies like AI PCs, intelligent infrastructure, and real-time analytics are not just theoretical — they’re actionable, scalable, and ready to drive meaningful impact across the public sector.

The conversation highlights:

· The shift from AI theory to AI action in federal IT

· Real use cases — from fraud detection to mission-driven automation

· How intelligent PCs and infrastructure are transforming agency operations

· The importance of ecosystem partnerships in scaling AI responsibly

· Why federal leaders must foster curiosity to stay ahead

This video is a must-watch for IT leaders, decision-makers, and anyone navigating the evolving intersection of technology and mission.

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The newly formed venture combines Sterling’s deep federal expertise, contract performance history, and industry buying power with Centex’s agility and innovation. Together, the firms will offer scalable, secure, and mission-focused IT services across federal and SLED/C markets.

“As a company who once benefitted from the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program ourselves,” said Brad Moore, CEO of Sterling, “we are firm believers in the tremendous reciprocal value of engaging in such collaborations, both for the partners themselves and for the clients whom they serve. As such, we are proud to work alongside Centex and to complement our strategic differentiators—proven industry performance, elite technical resources, extensive OEM buying power—with their own, an inspiring mixture of dexterity, creative vision, and a committed, mission-centered approach.”

“This milestone represents a significant step forward in expanding our federal footprint,” added Abdul Subhani, President and CEO at Centex Technologies. “Partnering with Sterling allows us to scale our capabilities while remaining true to our mission of delivering secure, scalable, and customer-focused solutions.”

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To that end, the 2025 recipients worked in concert to facilitate the integration of advanced commercial capabilities into the educational and technical activities on the NPS campus, empowering students, faculty, federal sponsors, and industry partners with cutting-edge resources.

“Transformative innovation happens when education, technology, and collaboration intersect,” said Chris Cyr, CTO of Sterling. “The Naval Postgraduate School is building an environment where students, researchers, and partners can experiment with real-world tools in real time. We are proud to help bring that vision to life by integrating platforms that support AI, simulation, and rapid solution development.”

NVIDIA formalized its relationship with NPS in late 2024 and rapidly brought in Dell, Sterling, and other collaborators to ensure mission effectiveness. Specifically, the technology giant contributed access to its Omniverse platform, Deep Learning Institute resources, and other on-the-ground support from embedded technologists and engineers. Dell and Sterling, for their part, delivered the hardware, storage infrastructure, and systems integration required to deploy Omniverse at NPS, marking a first-of-its-kind capability within the Department of the Navy.

“Substantive contributions from partners like Sterling are how we accelerate the development and adoption of capabilities that enhance mission readiness, strengthen deterrence, and advance impactful global initiatives,” said Todd Lyons, Executive Vice President of the NPS Foundation. “It is a privilege to recognize the contributions of Sterling, Dell, and NVIDIA to the Naval Postgraduate School and our national security. We are stronger together!”

Through the aforementioned investments in hardware, software, and services, the NPS Foundation’s three Corporate Partners of the Year are fueling AI-enabled research and supporting the creation of modeling and simulation tools, AI platforms, and collaborative environments that advance education and operational capability development.

To support and sustain that infrastructure, programming, and related collaborative work, the NPS Foundation itself has (so far) committed $5 million to the operation, maintenance, and application of the hardware. This sum includes funding for personnel, applied research, experimentation, and capability development that leverages the technology, tools, and resources provided by the partner triad. The NPS Foundation’s investment enhances curricula, deepens collaboration with industry and federal sponsors, and advances efforts to accelerate AI implementation.

Disclaimer: The Naval Postgraduate School Foundation is a non-federal entity. It is not part of the DoD or any of its components and has no governmental status. The presentation of the award by the NPS Foundation does not constitute endorsement of private sector organizations by the Naval Postgraduate School, the Department of the Navy, or the DoD.

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Highlighting North America’s largest solution providers by revenue, the annual SP 500 serves as a prominent benchmark of leading IT services companies. With a combined revenue of $548.9 billion, the providers featured on this year’s list are key influencers who are propelling growth across the industry and throughout the entire global technology channel.

“Our revenue growth is directly attributable to the positive outcomes we’ve delivered for our customers,” said Brad Moore, CEO of Sterling. “It is a testament to the technical capabilities, customer focus, and skills of our staff. Which is why this latest inclusion on the SP 500 is so gratifying for us. It serves as validation of the tireless efforts of our team, and to the resourcefulness and dexterity with which they conduct their business, delivering true value for every customer. We couldn’t be prouder of the success that they’ve all achieved.”

“The Solution Provider 500 list spotlights the technology integrators, managed service providers, value-added resellers, and IT consulting firms who bring in the most revenue by leading the way in business and service innovation,” said Jennifer Follett, VP, U.S. Content, and Executive Editor, CRN, The Channel Company. “Recognition is reserved for companies demonstrating an unwavering commitment to business agility and sustained growth through rapidly changing industry needs and technology advancements. Congratulations go to each company for earning a well-deserved spot on the Solution Provider 500.”

The full SP 500 list is available online at www.crn.com/SP500, with a sampling of the rankings featured in the June issue of CRN Magazine.

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The Women of the Channel list, compiled annually, celebrates women from vendors, distributors, solution providers, and other channel-focused organizations who make a positive difference in the IT ecosystem. Collectively, the 2025 honorees are strategic leaders committed to advancing channel excellence and supporting the success of their partners and customers.

“We couldn’t ask for a better group of leaders than these five incredible women,” said Tim McCabe, President of Sterling. “Each of them is gifted and driven, and has made a mark in their respective fields. Without question, they will continue to drive positive change within our organization and across the entire IT channel.”

For their part, Moore and Winders were featured as well on the Power 80 Solution Provider list, an elite subset of the Women of the Channel compilation that honors the most influential women in leadership at some of the country’s most prominent IT integrators, managed service providers, value-added resellers, and consultants, specifically highlighting their channel advocacy as well as their dedication to helping customers and partners thrive.

“It’s an honor to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of these women, who are leaders and change-makers in the IT channel,” said Jennifer Follett, VP, U.S. Content and Executive Editor, CRN at The Channel Company. “Each woman spotlighted on this list has shown exceptional dedication to building creative strategies that propel transformation, growth, and success for their organizations and the entire IT channel. We are pleased to spotlight their important contributions and look forward to their future success.”

The 2025 Women of the Channel list will be presented in the June issue of CRN Magazine, with online coverage beginning this week at www.CRN.com/WOTC.

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The Premier Award, an annual recognition platform under the RTX Performance+ Program, honors suppliers with superior performance who have provided exceptional value to RTX in one of five key categories. For its part, Sterling was recognized for overall excellence in two of the five classifications, including Collaboration & Customer Service as well as Cost Competitiveness.

“On behalf of everyone at Sterling, we are truly honored to be recognized as a Premier partner,” said Christian Nohr, Director of System Integrators. “This award not only acknowledges the hard work and dedication our team has put forth in serving RTX, but also strengthens our shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and collaboration. We greatly value that relationship, and we look forward to continuing to grow and succeed together.”

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The Tech Elite 250 is an annual recognition highlighting solution providers committed to excellence, distinguishing themselves by attaining top-tier certifications and specializations from leading technology vendors in artificial intelligence, infrastructure, cloud, and security. To support customers through the growing complexities of IT and the rise of cutting-edge technologies like AI, the solution providers on this list uphold rigorous levels of training and certification from strategic IT vendors, often reaching the highest tiers within these vendors’ partner programs.

“In a crowded industry defined by rapid growth and innovation, it’s essential to stay ahead of the curve and to prioritize expertise not just as a badge to earn but as a holistic, top-down approach that informs everything we do,” said Patrick Fagen, Sterling’s VP of Engineering. “We at Sterling take that commitment seriously, and so we remain tenacious in our pursuit of technical excellence, as evidenced by our extensive, ongoing investments into industry partnerships, certifications, and key competencies. These efforts aren’t just for us, either; the end goal, as always, is the facilitation of customer success.”

“Congratulations to the solution providers on CRN’s Tech Elite 250 for this recognition of their dedication to achieving top-level certifications and comprehensive proficiency in these critical technologies,” said Jennifer Follett, VP, U.S. Content, and Executive Editor of CRN at The Channel Company. “These companies are committed to expanding their expertise so they can consistently deliver outstanding IT solutions that help their customers thrive.”

Coverage of the Tech Elite 250 will be featured in the April issue of CRN Magazine and online at www.CRN.com/techelite250 beginning March 17.

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