BALTIMORE - Marylandian -- Contracting Resources Group (CRG), a trusted provider of professional services to the federal government, has been named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. This marks CRG's ninth appearance on the national list in 11 years, an exceptional record of sustained growth in the highly competitive government services industry.

"Being recognized once is exciting. Being recognized nine times is truly extraordinary," said Dina DiPalo, founder and CEO of CRG. "This achievement belongs to our employees. Their expertise, dedication, and commitment to our customers have allowed CRG to continue growing while delivering meaningful support to critical government missions. I could not be prouder of what we have built together."

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Founded in 2002, CRG supports military and civilian federal agencies with strategic communications, performance improvement, financial fraud detection, acquisition planning, digital transformation, and program management services. The company's continued growth reflects its ability to adapt to changing federal priorities while remaining true to its employee-centric, customer-focused culture.

This year's Inc. 5000 recognizes a new class of companies redefining what growth looks like. From AI and advanced manufacturing to healthcare, consumer products, and professional services, these businesses are expanding their impact, creating jobs, and proving that entrepreneurial ambition continues to fuel the U.S. economy. Among the 5,000 companies on the list, the median three-year revenue growth rate was 130%, and those companies have collectively added more than 627,208 jobs to the U.S. economy over the past three years.

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"Every company on the Inc. 5000 has a story of perseverance, smart decision-making, and a refusal to sit still," says Mike Hofman, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Their growth reflects more than strong financial performance it reflects creativity, resilience, and the customer focus required to build companies that make a lasting impact. We congratulate all honorees on this significant achievement."

The complete 2026 Inc. 5000 list and CRG's company profile are available at www.inc.com/inc5000.

About Contracting Resources Group

CRG is a mid-sized professional services firm advancing the missions of the Department of War (previous Department of Defense) and civilian federal agencies. The company provides program and portfolio management, acquisition strategy and procurement readiness, enterprise communications, digital modernization and analytics, and financial fraud investigations. CRG strengthens accountability, improves operational performance, and advances national priorities.

For more information, visit www.contractingrg.com