Services & Capabilities
We support companies in:
How We Work
We provide practical, execution-focused support to help companies navigate and operate effectively within the DoW, IC, and Federal acquisition environment.
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Assess solution fit against Federal priorities
Identify relevant offices, programs, and pathways
Refine how capabilities are presented to government stakeholders
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Map appropriate engagement pathways (SBIR, OTA, marketplaces, direct engagement)
Support early shaping activities prior to formal solicitations
Develop capture approaches aligned to program needs
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Support movement from prototype to funded effort or contract
Structure partnerships that support transition and scale
Align intellectual property and delivery models to government funding
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Advise on contracting approaches and acquisition pathways
Support compliance with federal requirements without slowing execution
Align efforts with program timelines and decision processes
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Identify and engage relevant government, industry, and academic partners
Support coordination across stakeholders
Facilitate working sessions, demonstrations, and engagement activities
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Develop clear positioning aligned to mission priorities
Support proposal development and executive communications
Prepare materials for events, briefings, and external engagement
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Training on federal acquisition and transition pathways
Capture and proposal development support
Guidance on engaging effectively with government stakeholders
For Companies New to the DoW Ecoysystem, NL1GHTN provides a structured starting point:
What We Build and Support
➤ Acquisition and technology marketplace models
➤ SBIR and OTA engagement strategies
➤ Public-private partnership (P3) structures
➤ Technology transition frameworks
➤ Workforce development and training programs
➤ Communications and engagement strategies tied to acquisition outcome
➤ Compliance and Intellectual Property Strategies
➤ Negotiation strategies and support