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Government Contracting

Offering Unparalleled Federal Contracting Expertise

A Tribal Enterprise of Federal Contracting Experts Offering a Variety of Services

Makwa Global (pronounced ‘mahk-wah’) is a portfolio of small businesses offering government contracting services. HUBZone certified, Makwa’s portfolio of companies are also serviced under the Small Business Administration’s 8(a) contracting program.

Security & Training

IT & Cyber Security

Professional Services & Staffing

Logistics & Aviation

Construction & Facilities Support

Our companies’ experience, rich history, and certifications strategically empower our partners to focus on their mission.

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At Makwa Global, we proudly offer government services across a variety of industries — from security and training, IT and cyber security, professional services and staffing, logistics and aviation, as well as construction and facility support.

— Anne Defot-Sido | CEO, Makwa Global

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Did you know? MLCV operates in five distinct areas of business.

Government contracting isn’t the only thing we do. 
MLCV also operates in gaming, hospitality, tribal economy investing, and more.

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