Kindred Partners, LLC (Kindred) is an approved SBA Mentor-Protégé Joint Venture (JV) comprised of Knowesis, Incorporated (mentor) and Kymber Consulting Group, LLC (protégé).
Kindred is a consulting firm specializing in policy, governance, and strategic planning grounded in data analytics. We are an SBA certified 8(a) and Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) delivering enterprise-wide strategies and policy solutions to our federal clients. Whether establishing a governance structure, or supporting a major business transformation, Kindred brings proven tools, processes, qualified personnel, and tailored health and research organization experience to ensure our clients achieve its goals.
Direct Award Process
Below are the steps to award an 8(a) Direct Award Contract as defined by the Small Business Administration (SBA)’s checklist. This is the process for sole sourcing with Kindred an SBA certified 8(a) and Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB).
Kindred's Organizational Information:
Primary PoC
Dara Jones
(240) 810-2677
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Alternate PoC
Sheilah O’Brien
sobrien@knowesis-inc.com
(703) 898-7955
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​Kindred Partners, LLC
1810 Whistling Duck Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD, 20774-7100
TIN, CAGE, and UEI
TIN: 92-1255309 | CAGE: 9GZT9 | UEI: Q6VDQZR5DDN8
SBA’s 8(a) program is designed to speed and simplify the contracting process while reducing cost and effort. Kindred can accept direct award 8(a ) contracts up to $4.5 million.
SBA Point of Contact: