USDA Awards $14.1M for GSD/GAMB Remedy Support Services to AT-IMPACT LLC

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $14,092,915 ($14.1M)

Contractor: At-Impact LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Agriculture

Start Date: 2022-06-08

End Date: 2026-08-31

Contract Duration: 1,545 days

Daily Burn Rate: $9.1K/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: ITEM DESCRIPTION: GSD/GAMB REMEDY SUPPORT SERVICES POP: 8/1/2022 - 3/31/2027

Place of Performance

Location: CHANTILLY, LOUDOUN County, VIRGINIA, 20152

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Agriculture obligated $14.1 million to AT-IMPACT LLC for work described as: ITEM DESCRIPTION: GSD/GAMB REMEDY SUPPORT SERVICES POP: 8/1/2022 - 3/31/2027 Key points: 1. Contract awarded to AT-IMPACT LLC for computer systems design services. 2. The contract has a duration of 1545 days. 3. This is a Delivery Order under a larger contract. 4. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price. 5. The agency is the Department of Agriculture, Office of the Chief Financial Officer.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The contract value of $14.1 million over approximately 5 years appears reasonable for specialized IT support services. Benchmarking against similar IT support contracts would provide a more definitive assessment.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources,' indicating a competitive process was used, but specific details on source exclusion are not provided. This method aims for fair pricing through competition.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process is expected to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for necessary IT support services.

Public Impact

Ensures continued support for critical GSD/GAMB systems. Supports the financial operations of the Department of Agriculture. Provides specialized computer systems design services. Contributes to the operational efficiency of the agency's IT infrastructure.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of detail on 'Exclusion of Sources' in competition.
Potential for scope creep in long-term IT support contracts.

Positive Signals

Firm Fixed Price contract type limits cost overruns.
Awarded by a major federal agency (USDA).
Competitive award process.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the IT sector, specifically computer systems design services. Spending in this area is substantial across government, supporting essential digital infrastructure and operations.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved in this specific contract award or as subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

Standard government oversight mechanisms for contract performance and financial management will apply. The Office of the Chief Financial Officer is responsible for financial accountability.

Related Government Programs

Computer Systems Design Services
Department of Agriculture Contracting
Office of the Chief Financial Officer Programs

Risk Flags

Potential lack of transparency regarding source exclusion.
Long contract duration may increase risk of vendor lock-in.
Dependence on a single vendor for critical IT support.
Scope definition for 'remedy support' could be ambiguous.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Agriculture awarded $14.1 million to AT-IMPACT LLC. ITEM DESCRIPTION: GSD/GAMB REMEDY SUPPORT SERVICES POP: 8/1/2022 - 3/31/2027

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is AT-IMPACT LLC.

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 $14.1 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2022-06-08. End: 2026-08-31.

What specific GSD/GAMB systems does this contract support, and what is the criticality of this support?

The specific GSD/GAMB systems are not detailed in the provided data. However, their support by the Office of the Chief Financial Officer suggests they are critical for financial management and reporting within the Department of Agriculture. Understanding the system's function and potential impact of failure would clarify the criticality of this remedy support.

What were the key factors considered in the 'Exclusion of Sources' during the full and open competition?

The provided data does not specify the reasons for excluding certain sources during the full and open competition. Typically, such exclusions might be based on unique capabilities, past performance, or specific technical requirements that only a limited number of vendors could meet. A deeper dive into the solicitation documents would be necessary to understand these factors.

How does the $14.1 million contract value compare to industry benchmarks for similar IT support services over a 5-year period?

Without specific details on the scope and complexity of the 'GSD/GAMB Remedy Support Services,' a precise benchmark comparison is difficult. However, for specialized IT support and systems design services, a $14.1 million contract over roughly five years (1545 days) is within a plausible range. Industry benchmarks often vary significantly based on service level agreements, required expertise, and the criticality of the systems supported.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Systems Design Services

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

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Solicitation ID: 12314422Q0044

Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 24917 CASTLETON DR, CHANTILLY, VA, 20152

Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Indian (Subcontinent) American Owned Business, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $14,092,915

Exercised Options: $14,092,915

Current Obligation: $14,092,915

Actual Outlays: $13,013,318

Subaward Activity

Number of Subawards: 3

Total Subaward Amount: $4,913,634

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: 75N98119D00089

IDV Type: GWAC

Timeline