Other Transaction Authority (OTA) Consulting

Accelerating federal innovation through flexible contracting. At McIntosh Technologies, we help tech firms and agencies unlock the speed and flexibility of OTAs — without the compliance confusion.

What is OTA?

Other Transaction Authority (OTA) provides agencies with an alternative to traditional FAR-based contracting. By reducing red tape, OTAs accelerate acquisition timelines, lower costs, and open the door to non-traditional vendors who bring innovation to federal missions.

Why OTA Matters Now

• Faster Acquisition: Cut months (or even years) from the procurement cycle.
• Expanded Vendor Pool: Attract non-traditional contractors with advanced technology.
• Mission Agility: Rapidly adapt solutions to evolving defense and civilian needs.
• Cost Efficiency: Reduce overhead by eliminating burdensome FAR requirements.

How We Support Tech Firms

• Market Entry Acceleration: Navigate OTA pathways to showcase your solution faster.
• Compliance Simplification: Translate regulatory language into clear, actionable steps.
• Positioning: Frame your technology as a mission-critical solution for evaluators.

How We Support Federal Agencies

• Streamlined Acquisition: Use OTAs to fast-track mission-critical innovations.
• Vendor Engagement: Access cutting-edge commercial technologies without FAR delays.
• Risk Reduction: Ensure OTA awards align with mission objectives and compliance standards.

Example Outcomes

• Helped a mid-sized tech firm secure its first DoD OTA award in less than 6 months.
• Enabled a federal agency to expand vendor pool with 3 new non-traditional partners.
• Delivered 30% cost savings by eliminating unnecessary FAR-based compliance steps.