CoVant, a newly formed private equity partnership headquartered in McLean, Virginia, today announced the completion of its first acquisition, A-T Solutions, Inc. of Fredericksburg, Virginia. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

CoVant, founded by former top executives of Anteon International and CI Capital Partners, was created to bring financial resources, strategic guidance and management expertise to emerging technology companies in the defense, homeland security and intelligence communities. In addition to Joseph Kampf and other executives from Anteon, CoVant has a board of directors including former Anteon directors Dr. William Perry, Gen. H. Hugh Shelton (USA Ret.), Gen. Paul Kern (USA Ret.), Dr. Paul Kaminski and Mr. Gilbert Decker.

A-T Solutions, a rapidly growing, privately-held business, is the premier provider of analytical and training solutions for the detection, identification and defeat of improvised explosive devices (IED) and weapons of mass destruction (WMD). With approximately 200 subject matter experts in the field, the company is the largest single supplier of IED related training services to the U.S. Departments of Defense and Homeland Security.

The A-T Solutions management team is retaining a significant equity position and will continue to provide operating management of the company's business. Mr. Kampf and Gen. Shelton will join the A-T Solutions' board of directors.

"I am delighted to be re-engaged with my Anteon colleagues and CI Capital Partners in this new venture," said Joseph Kampf, CEO of CoVant. "I am equally gratified to be associated with A-T Solutions whose mission is to save American lives abroad and at home. I have every confidence that the combination of A-T Solutions' technical expertise and commitment to mission and CoVant's financial resources and management expertise will create significant value for our customers, employees and shareholders."

"We are extremely pleased to be joining forces with CoVant," said Ken Falke, founder and CEO of A-T Solutions. "With the continuing proliferation of IEDs as the weapon of choice for terrorism worldwide, the demand for our services has been growing at a challenging pace. I strongly believe that our partnership with CoVant will bring both the financial resources and highly relevant operational experience necessary to keep pace with our customers' needs."

"Our first partnership with Joe and his team, Anteon International, was highly successful as Anteon quickly became recognized as a leader in the government technology services sector," said Fred Iseman, Chairman of CI Capital Partners. Steven Lefkowitz, President of CI Capital Partners, said "We are delighted to once again be partnering with this team as they bring their experience, focus and talent to growing companies in this sector."

Advising CoVant on the transaction were law firms Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton & Garrison, Arnold & Porter, and Jenner & Block. Advising A-T Solutions was investment banking firm The JIAN Group.

About A-T Solutions

Founded in 2002 in Fredericksburg, VA, A-T Solutions has become the foremost provider of training, education and consulting services to the military on explosive ordnance disposal techniques and weapons of mass destruction. The company was named to Entrepreneur Magazine’s "Hot 500 List" as the second fastest growing security company and 20th overall fastest growing company in America. The company also was ranked 13th among the fastest growing government services firms by Inc Magazine in 2007. Visit www.a-tsolutions.com for more information.

About CoVant

Founded by former executives of Anteon International, CoVant invests in and provides financial and operating resources to a portfolio of companies specializing in technology solutions that serve the needs of the homeland security, defense and intelligence communities. With an experienced team of business executives and a respected board of former government and military leaders, CoVant delivers a unique and highly strategic approach to maximizing company growth and value. Visit www.covant.com for more information.

About CI Capital Partners

CI Capital Partners is a New York-based private equity firm. CI Capital Partners’ portfolio companies include Valley National Gases, a leading distributor of industrial gases and propane; Ply Gem Industries, Inc., the largest North American manufacturer of residential siding, and fifth largest U.S. window manufacturer; KIK Custom Products, Inc., the largest North American contract manufacturer of branded and retailer-branded consumer products; Electrograph Systems, Inc., a leading national distributor of display technology solutions; American Residential Services, LLC, a leading provider of HVAC and plumbing services; Prodigy Health Group, Inc., a rapidly expanding health care services company; and Conney Safety Products, LLC a full-service distributor of safety products. Visit www.caxton-iseman.com for more information.

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Former Anteon Executives and CI Capital Partners Form Private Investment Partnership, CoVant; Announce Acquisition of A-T Solutions, Inc.