STAMFORD, Conn., April 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Questcon, a division of Howard Systems International Inc. (HSI), today announced it received a GSA contract award under GSA's Small Business Program. The multiple award contract, GS-35F-0287X, enables Questcon to provide IT services, focused on Quality Assurance and Testing, to federal agencies and contractors worldwide. Questcon's award was granted after a rigorous vetting process in which the company's viability was assessed based on its financial position, technical capabilities, delivery performance and client references.

Recognized as a leader in the commercial marketplace Questcon's new standing as a GSA contract holder allows the company to bring the same high level of expertise directly to the federal government, prime contractors and subcontractors. Additionally, Questcon expects to realize strong demand for its services as a Teaming Partner with federally approved small businesses, MWBE and other disadvantaged firms with niche expertise but lacking a comprehensive QA and testing capability. These teaming partnerships will create a delivery engine more powerful than the sum of the parts.

"We've prided ourselves on the fact that Questcon has great people, excellent methodologies and best practices but we realized we were missing significant opportunities within the federal government. Anticipating success in this venture we created an alternative to offshoring through our Onshore Test Center in Greensboro, NC. The Center provides excellent employment opportunities, training and careers for American college graduates who learn from some of the best people in the industry. The results have surpassed our expectations," said Howard Persky, President of Howard Systems.

About Questcon: Questcon (www.questcon.com), a division of Howard Systems International, Inc., is a premier provider of innovative QA and Testing solutions for organizations looking to improve their software development processes. Since 1991, we have delivered client-driven solutions with the highest return on investment using years of experience with QA, software development & testing best practices.  

About Howard Systems International: Headquartered in Stamford, CT, Howard Systems International, Inc. (HSI) (www.howardsystems.com) has become a major force in IT consulting and talent acquisition solutions.  Since 1976, HSI has not only provided customers with a Return on Investment, but also a Return on Relationship.  HSI's unique approach using our quality methodologies and best practices, enable us to focus on the integrity of our clients' software and systems, so our clients stay focused on their core business.  

SOURCE Questcon Technologies