DOJ's $2.79M Contract for iPhone Travel Phone Support Awarded to Chenega Enterprise Systems & Solutions

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $2,793,781 ($2.8M)

Contractor: Chenega Enterprise Systems & Solutions, LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Justice

Start Date: 2021-09-01

End Date: 2026-08-31

Contract Duration: 1,825 days

Daily Burn Rate: $1.5K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Number of Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS

Sector: IT

Official Description: TIF SUPPORT FOR THE IPHONE TRAVEL PHONE, FIREBIRD ANYWHERE (FBA) PIV READERS AND FBA HARD AND SOFT TOKENS, AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT FOR THE OVERALL TIF SECTION.

Place of Performance

Location: ANCHORAGE, ANCHORAGE County, ALASKA, 99503

State: Alaska Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Justice obligated $2.8 million to CHENEGA ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS & SOLUTIONS, LLC for work described as: TIF SUPPORT FOR THE IPHONE TRAVEL PHONE, FIREBIRD ANYWHERE (FBA) PIV READERS AND FBA HARD AND SOFT TOKENS, AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT FOR THE OVERALL TIF SECTION. Key points: 1. Contract supports iPhone travel phone, PIV readers, and tokens, along with project management. 2. Chenega Enterprise Systems & Solutions, LLC is the awardee. 3. The contract falls under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330). 4. Awarded via Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The total award amount is $2,793,780.85 over five years. Without specific benchmarks for similar IT support and project management contracts, a precise value assessment is difficult. However, the duration and scope suggest a moderate investment.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded using 'Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources.' This method implies that while competition was sought, certain sources were excluded, potentially limiting the breadth of competition and impacting price discovery.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used to procure essential IT support services for the DEA's travel and security token infrastructure, ensuring operational continuity.

Public Impact

Ensures secure communication and access for DEA personnel using iPhones for travel. Supports critical security hardware (PIV readers, tokens) for identity verification. Provides project management for the TIF section, improving organizational efficiency. The contract duration of five years offers stability for these essential services.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Limited competition due to source exclusion.
Lack of specific per-unit cost benchmarks.
Potential for vendor lock-in over the contract's five-year term.

Positive Signals

Awarded through a competitive process.
Supports critical national security and law enforcement functions.
Provides long-term service stability.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically focusing on mobile device support, security hardware, and project management. Benchmarks for similar contracts are highly variable based on scope and specific technologies, but this appears to be a standard procurement for agency IT needs.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business (sb: false). There is no information provided regarding subcontracting opportunities for small businesses within this award.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded via a competitive process, suggesting some level of oversight. However, the 'Exclusion of Sources' clause warrants further scrutiny to ensure fairness and prevent undue restrictions on potential bidders. Ongoing monitoring of performance and costs will be crucial.

Related Government Programs

Engineering Services
Department of Justice Contracting
Drug Enforcement Administration Programs

Risk Flags

Potential for limited competition due to source exclusion.
Lack of detailed performance metrics.
No clear indication of small business subcontracting.
Need for cost benchmarking against industry standards.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Justice awarded $2.8 million to CHENEGA ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS & SOLUTIONS, LLC. TIF SUPPORT FOR THE IPHONE TRAVEL PHONE, FIREBIRD ANYWHERE (FBA) PIV READERS AND FBA HARD AND SOFT TOKENS, AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT FOR THE OVERALL TIF SECTION.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is CHENEGA ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS & SOLUTIONS, LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Justice (Drug Enforcement Administration).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $2.8 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2021-09-01. End: 2026-08-31.

What specific criteria were used to exclude sources in this 'Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources' award, and how did this impact the final price?

The specific criteria for excluding sources are not detailed in the provided data. This exclusion method can limit the number of potential bidders, potentially leading to higher prices than a truly unrestricted full and open competition. Further investigation into the justification for source exclusion is needed to assess the impact on taxpayer value.

Are there any performance metrics or KPIs associated with this contract to ensure the effectiveness of the iPhone travel phone and token support?

The provided data does not specify performance metrics or Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for this contract. While the award implies a need for these services, the absence of defined metrics makes it difficult to objectively assess the effectiveness of the vendor's performance and the overall value delivered to the agency.

How does the cost of this contract compare to industry standards for similar IT support and project management services, considering the five-year duration?

Without detailed breakdowns of labor categories, hours, and specific service levels, a direct comparison to industry standards is challenging. The total award of $2.79 million over five years averages $558,756 annually. This figure needs to be benchmarked against similar government or commercial contracts for mobile device management, security token provisioning, and IT project management.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services

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

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 609 INDEPENDENCE PKWY STE 210, CHESAPEAKE, VA, 23320

Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $5,847,539

Exercised Options: $4,618,748

Current Obligation: $2,793,781

Actual Outlays: $3,696,802

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: 47QRAD20D8152

IDV Type: IDC

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