USDA Awards $21.4M for GSD/GAMB Remedy Software Subscription Over 5 Years
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $21,399,068 ($21.4M)
Contractor: Government Acquisitions Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Agriculture
Start Date: 2022-03-30
End Date: 2027-03-30
Contract Duration: 1,826 days
Daily Burn Rate: $11.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: DESCRIPTION: GSD/GAMB REMEDY SW SUBSCRIPTION POP: 3/31/2022 - 3/30/2027
Place of Performance
Location: CINCINNATI, HAMILTON County, OHIO, 45202
State: Ohio Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Agriculture obligated $21.4 million to GOVERNMENT ACQUISITIONS INC for work described as: DESCRIPTION: GSD/GAMB REMEDY SW SUBSCRIPTION POP: 3/31/2022 - 3/30/2027 Key points: 1. The contract, valued at $21.4 million, is for a software subscription service. 2. Competition was conducted under 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources'. 3. The contract runs from March 31, 2022, to March 30, 2027. 4. The awardee is Government Acquisitions Inc. 5. The NAICS code is 541519 (Other Computer Related Services).
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's value of $21.4 million over five years suggests an average annual cost of approximately $4.28 million. Benchmarking this against similar software subscription contracts would be necessary to assess its pricing fairness.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources,' indicating a limited competition approach. This method may not have yielded the most competitive pricing compared to a broader full and open competition.
Taxpayer Impact: The pricing impact on taxpayers is unclear without further analysis of the competition's effectiveness in securing the best value.
Public Impact
Ensures continued access to essential GSD/GAMB Remedy software for the Department of Agriculture. Supports the Office of the Chief Financial Officer's operational needs. The five-year duration provides budget stability for this service. Potential for cost savings if the limited competition process still achieved competitive rates.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition may have restricted price discovery.
- Lack of small business participation noted.
Positive Signals
- Firm Fixed Price contract type provides cost certainty.
- Long-term contract provides service continuity.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under 'Other Computer Related Services,' a broad category within the IT sector. Spending benchmarks for software subscriptions vary widely based on the specific service and vendor, making direct comparison challenging without more detail.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses had an opportunity to compete or if set-aside goals were considered.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Agriculture's Office of the Chief Financial Officer, suggesting internal oversight. However, the specific oversight mechanisms for this particular subscription service are not detailed in the provided data.
Related Government Programs
- Other Computer Related Services
- Department of Agriculture Contracting
- Office of the Chief Financial Officer Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for suboptimal pricing due to limited competition.
- Lack of transparency regarding the exclusion of sources.
- No indication of small business participation.
- Absence of defined performance metrics.
Tags
other-computer-related-services, department-of-agriculture, oh, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Agriculture awarded $21.4 million to GOVERNMENT ACQUISITIONS INC. DESCRIPTION: GSD/GAMB REMEDY SW SUBSCRIPTION POP: 3/31/2022 - 3/30/2027
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GOVERNMENT ACQUISITIONS INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Agriculture (Office of the Chief Financial Officer).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $21.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2022-03-30. End: 2027-03-30.
What specific GSD/GAMB Remedy software functionalities are being procured, and how critical are they to the agency's mission?
The provided data does not specify the exact functionalities of the GSD/GAMB Remedy software. Understanding these capabilities is crucial for assessing the necessity and value of the subscription. Criticality to the agency's mission would determine the impact of service disruption and the justification for the expenditure.
What was the rationale for 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources,' and did it result in a fair and reasonable price?
The rationale for this limited competition method is not provided. Typically, it's used when specific circumstances justify excluding certain sources. Assessing price reasonableness would require comparing the awarded price to market rates for similar services and considering the number of bids received and their competitiveness.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this software subscription, and how is vendor performance being monitored?
The provided data does not include information on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) or vendor performance monitoring. Effective oversight requires clearly defined metrics for service availability, support response times, and software functionality to ensure the agency receives the contracted value.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - STORAGE
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 12314422Q0046
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2060 READING ROAD, CINCINNATI, OH, 45202
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, HUBZone Firm, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $21,522,836
Exercised Options: $21,399,068
Current Obligation: $21,399,068
Actual Outlays: $17,116,313
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: NNG15SD23B
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2022-03-30
Current End Date: 2027-03-30
Potential End Date: 2027-03-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-03-30
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