Army Information Assurance Services Contract Awarded to Signal Solutions for $12.47M

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $12,471,608 ($12.5M)

Contractor: Signal Solutions, LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2007-09-24

End Date: 2009-07-08

Contract Duration: 653 days

Daily Burn Rate: $19.1K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS

Sector: IT

Official Description: INFORMATION ASSURANCE (IA) SERVICES TO THE US ARMY INFORMATION SYSTEMS ENGINEERING COMMAND (USAISEC), INFORMATION ASSURANCE AND SECURITY ENGINEERING DIRECTORATE (IASED) LOCATED AT FORT HUACHUCA, AZ. THIS EFFORT WILL CONSIST OF IA SERVICES TO THE DIRECTORATES OF INFORMATION MANAGEMENTS (DOIMS) INSTALLATIONS AND ENCLAVES THROUGHOUT THE ARMY, AS WELL AS AGENT OF THE CERTIFICATION AUTHORITY CERTIFICATIONS AS DIRECTED BY THE ARMY CIO/G6. THE IA SERVICES WILL INCLUDE IDENTIFICATION, DEVELOPMENT, AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE IA CONTROLS TECHNICAL, PROCEDURAL, AND DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS AS PRESCRIBED BY FEDERAL LAW AND BY DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD) AND ARMY POLICIES, REGULATIONS, AND GUIDELINES. IA SERVICES WILL INCLUDE TRANSITION OF PROGRAMS TO THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE INFORMATION ASSURANCE CERTIFICATION AND ACCREDITATION PROCESS (DIACAP); IA SERVICES TO CURRENT OPERATIONS AND INSTALLATIONS; AND IA SERVICES FOR NEW OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AS THEY EMERGE.

Place of Performance

Location: FAIRFAX, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22030

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $12.5 million to SIGNAL SOLUTIONS, LLC for work described as: INFORMATION ASSURANCE (IA) SERVICES TO THE US ARMY INFORMATION SYSTEMS ENGINEERING COMMAND (USAISEC), INFORMATION ASSURANCE AND SECURITY ENGINEERING DIRECTORATE (IASED) LOCATED AT FORT HUACHUCA, AZ. THIS EFFORT WILL CONSIST OF IA SERVICES TO THE DIRECTORATES OF INFORMATION MANAG… Key points: 1. Contract focuses on critical Information Assurance (IA) services for the US Army. 2. Signal Solutions, LLC secured the contract through full and open competition. 3. The contract duration was relatively short, spanning approximately 653 days. 4. Spending benchmarks for similar IT services contracts need further analysis.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The contract value of $12.47M for IA services appears reasonable given the scope of supporting Army installations and certifications. However, without specific per-unit cost data or detailed service breakdowns, a precise comparison to similar contracts is challenging.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. This method generally leads to competitive pricing as multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award likely resulted in a fair price for the government, maximizing taxpayer value for essential cybersecurity services.

Public Impact

Ensures critical cybersecurity measures are implemented across Army information systems. Supports the Army's compliance with federal and DoD information assurance policies. Enhances the security posture of Army installations and enclaves. Facilitates agent of the Certification Authority certifications, vital for network security.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Limited contract duration may impact long-term knowledge retention.
Lack of detailed cost breakdown makes precise value assessment difficult.

Positive Signals

Awarded through full and open competition.
Addresses critical cybersecurity needs for the Army.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically focusing on information assurance and cybersecurity. Spending in this area is consistently high across government agencies due to evolving threats and regulatory requirements.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that Signal Solutions, LLC, the awardee, is not identified as a small business. Therefore, this contract did not directly contribute to small business contracting goals.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense. Oversight would typically involve program managers ensuring adherence to IA controls and policy requirements.

Related Government Programs

Wired Telecommunications Carriers
Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Army Programs

Risk Flags

Limited contract duration.
Lack of detailed cost breakdown.
Potential for knowledge transfer gaps due to short duration.
Need for further analysis on effectiveness beyond compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $12.5 million to SIGNAL SOLUTIONS, LLC. INFORMATION ASSURANCE (IA) SERVICES TO THE US ARMY INFORMATION SYSTEMS ENGINEERING COMMAND (USAISEC), INFORMATION ASSURANCE AND SECURITY ENGINEERING DIRECTORATE (IASED) LOCATED AT FORT HUACHUCA, AZ. THIS EFFORT WILL CONSIST OF IA SERVICES TO THE DIRECTORATES OF INFORMATION MANAGEMENTS (DOIMS) INSTALLATIONS AND ENCLAVES THROUGHOUT THE ARMY, AS WELL AS AGENT OF THE CERTIFICATION AUTHORITY CERTIFICATIONS AS DIRECTED BY THE ARMY CIO/G6. THE IA SERVICES WILL INCLUDE IDENTIFICATION, DEVELOPMENT, AND

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is SIGNAL SOLUTIONS, LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $12.5 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2007-09-24. End: 2009-07-08.

What was the specific breakdown of IA services provided and their associated costs?

The provided data lacks a detailed breakdown of the specific Information Assurance (IA) services rendered and their individual costs. Understanding the allocation of funds across areas like technical implementation, procedural development, and documentation would allow for a more granular assessment of value and efficiency. This information is crucial for benchmarking against similar specialized cybersecurity contracts.

How did the implemented IA controls compare to industry best practices at the time?

The contract mandated adherence to Federal law, DoD, and Army policies for IA controls. While compliance is essential, a deeper analysis would involve assessing whether these implemented controls met or exceeded contemporary industry best practices for cybersecurity. This would provide insight into the effectiveness of the security measures beyond mere regulatory compliance.

What was the long-term impact of these IA services on the Army's overall cybersecurity posture?

The contract aimed to identify, develop, and implement IA controls, contributing to the Army's security. Evaluating the long-term impact requires analyzing post-contract security metrics, incident reduction rates, and the successful transition of programs. Without this follow-on data, the ultimate effectiveness in enhancing the Army's cybersecurity resilience remains partially undetermined.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Information › Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite) › Wired Telecommunications Carriers

Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Solicitation ID: W9128Z05R0003

Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: General Dynamics Corp (UEI: 001381284)

Address: 3040 WILLIAMS DRIVE, FAIRFAX, VA, 11

Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $12,471,608

Exercised Options: $12,471,608

Current Obligation: $12,471,608

Contract Characteristics

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: W9128Z06D0001

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline