Modern Software for State, Local & Education That Deliver Results.
Kerndev is a specialist technology partner for U.S. prime contractors serving SLED agencies. We help primes accelerate the delivery of secure, modern public-sector software through expertise in modernization, AI-enabled workflows, data systems, and cloud-native solutions. With a security-first, delivery-driven approach, we help prime contractors meet demanding timelines, reduce execution bottlenecks, and deliver reliable outcomes for mission-critical SLED programs.
Engagement snapshot
Capacity, depth, and delivery confidence on your next SLED bid, without the overhead.
Core Capabilities for SLED Software Delivery
Each capability is delivered by POD specialists within your existing delivery team, extending capacity without disrupting your operating model.
Legacy System Modernization Capability
Replatforming legacy citizen and secure back-office systems, cloud-native architectures.
AI Workflows Capability
Auto document processing, eligibility checks, and decision support that are aligned with agency policy.
Data Platforms Analytics Capability
Unified data layers with audit-ready dashboards, reporting, and FOIA tracking.
Workflow & Case Management Capability
Configurable systems for cases, permits, and licensing with SLAs, tracking, and integrations.
Cloud Engineering Capability
Cloud architectures built for AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, and Google for Government.
Citizen & Student Experience Capability
With Section 508 compliance, we built accessible, multilingual portals with mobile-first interfaces.
Compliance & Accessibility Capability
SOC 2-aligned controls with WCAG 2.1 AA, CJIS, and state data residency support.
Program Delivery & PMO Capability
Embedded delivery support with agile cycle and prime contractor reporting.
Built for SLED Procurement
We work as a behind-the-scenes partner for prime contractors and help them to scale delivery while retaining ownership of your clients.
State Agencies
Health & Human Services, DMV, Labor, Revenue, Corrections.
Local Government
Cities, counties, transit authorities, public utilities.
K-12 & Higher Ed
Districts, state systems, research universities, ed-tech.
Public Safety
CAD/RMS modernization, courts, and emergency management.
We Deliver Under Your Contract
Kerndev does not hold the SLED contract or work directly with the end client. We support you to deliver projects faster and with lower risk.
Kerndev Prime Engages
MSA and NDA are signed, as we work as a subcontractor under the prime’s control.
Joint Scoping Architecture
We help with SOW, technical plan, and team setup. The prime keeps the client relationship.
Dedicated Teams
A cross-functional POD team (PM, design, engineering, data) is assigned to the delivery workflow.
Secure Execution
Throughout the project, we create security, accessibility, and audit documents.
Delivery Handover
We hand over knowledge, documentation, and support, in which the prime stays as the main contract holder.
Anonymized Delivery Snapshots
The projects that we delivered under prime contracts with agency identifiers are kept confidential in accordance with NDA requirements.
Legacy System Modernization Case Study
By replatforming aging infrastructure to a cloud-native architecture, we delivered faster, more reliable public services, 99.98% uptime, and smooth continuity throughout the migration.
AI Workflows Case Study
Created an AI system that reads unemployment claims, sorts them based on how complex they are, and tells what documents are needed to process them faster.
Data Platforms Analytics Case Study
Modernized a fragmented county data ecosystem by consolidating siloed systems into a unified, cloud-based analytics platform.
Workflow & Case Management Case Study
Modernized district-wide case management by digitizing workflows into a centralized system, which reduced manual effort and enabled faster resolution of student and administrative issues.
Cloud Engineering Case Study
Migrated critical transit systems to a secure cloud-native environment, increasing reliability, scalability, and operational resilience.
Citizen & Student Experience Case Study
A system that keeps student information like attendance, test results, and school records in one place for reporting and analysis.
Compliance & Accessibility Case Study
Helped a public sector organization meet compliance and accessibility standards by modernizing digital systems, embedding security controls, and ensuring WCAG-aligned user experiences across all services.
Program Delivery & PMO Case Study
Established structured PMO practices to improve execution of large-scale transformation programs, ensuring alignment across stakeholders and predictable delivery outcomes.
Security and Quality Checks
While the code is being written, the team continuously makes sure it is secure, easy for everyone to use, and properly documented.
NAICS & NIGP Codes for Sourcing Teams
Add Kerndev to your Prime's capability matrix, bid packages, and vendor registrations. The main service codes are already highlighted.
NAICS Codes
Federal & state classification- 541511Custom Computer Programming Services(primary)
- 541512Computer Systems Design Services(primary)
- 541513Computer Facilities Management Services
- 541519Other Computer Related Services
- 541611Administrative Management & General Management Consulting
- 541618Other Management Consulting Services
- 518210Data Processing, Hosting, and Related Services
- 611420Computer Training
NIGP Codes
State & local procurement- 920-05Application Service Provider (ASP) Services
- 918-45Computer Software Consulting
- 920-45Information Technology (IT) Consulting
- 208-87Software Maintenance & Support
- 209-00Data Processing Services
- 918-31Cloud Computing Services
- 918-38Cybersecurity Consulting
- 961-53Systems Analysis & Programming Services
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