Department of State awards $170M for Enterprise Messaging Support to Techniko LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $169,888,936 ($169.9M)
Contractor: Techniko LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of State
Start Date: 2018-09-30
End Date: 2024-08-30
Contract Duration: 2,161 days
Daily Burn Rate: $78.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: IT
Official Description: THIS IS A TASK ORDER AWARD FOR ENTERPRISE ORGANIZATIONAL MESSAGING SUPPORT SERVICES (EOMS), TO INCLUDE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND PROGRAM SUPPORT SERVICE FOR DOS'S MESSAGING SYSTEMS OFFICE.
Place of Performance
Location: LAUREL, HOWARD County, MARYLAND, 20723
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of State obligated $169.9 million to TECHNIKO LLC for work described as: THIS IS A TASK ORDER AWARD FOR ENTERPRISE ORGANIZATIONAL MESSAGING SUPPORT SERVICES (EOMS), TO INCLUDE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND PROGRAM SUPPORT SERVICE FOR DOS'S MESSAGING SYSTEMS OFFICE. Key points: 1. Techniko LLC secures a significant contract for IT and program support. 2. The contract focuses on critical messaging systems for the Department of State. 3. Competition was full and open after exclusion of sources, suggesting a deliberate selection process. 4. The sector is IT services, specifically computer systems design.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The award amount of $169.9M over approximately 6 years suggests a substantial investment. Benchmarking against similar large-scale IT support contracts would be necessary for a precise value assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The 'full and open competition after exclusion of sources' indicates a competitive process where specific sources were initially excluded, but the award was ultimately made through open competition. This method aims for best value but the exclusion criteria warrant scrutiny.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers benefit from a competitive bidding process, though the specific exclusion of sources might limit the breadth of competition and potentially impact the final price.
Public Impact
Ensures continuity of critical messaging services for the Department of State. Supports the operational efficiency of a key government agency. Potential for impact on inter-agency and international communications. Contract duration of over 6 years indicates long-term reliance on these services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 78 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns with Time and Materials contract type.
- Complexity of managing enterprise-level messaging systems.
- Reliance on a single vendor for critical IT infrastructure.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through a competitive process.
- Long-term contract provides stability for service delivery.
- Focus on essential government communication infrastructure.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically Computer Systems Design Services. Spending in this area is substantial across government, supporting critical infrastructure and operations. Benchmarks vary widely based on service scope and duration.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to Techniko LLC, and the data indicates the awardee is not a small business (sb: false). There is no specific mention of small business subcontracting goals in the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of State is responsible for oversight. The 'delivery order' nature suggests it's part of a larger contract vehicle, implying existing oversight mechanisms are in place. Further review of task order management is recommended.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Systems Design Services
- Department of State Contracting
- Department of State Programs
Risk Flags
- Time and Materials contract type increases cost risk.
- Potential for vendor lock-in due to long-term nature.
- Complexity of managing enterprise-level IT services.
- Lack of transparency regarding source exclusion rationale.
- No indication of small business participation.
Tags
computer-systems-design-services, department-of-state, md, delivery-order, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of State awarded $169.9 million to TECHNIKO LLC. THIS IS A TASK ORDER AWARD FOR ENTERPRISE ORGANIZATIONAL MESSAGING SUPPORT SERVICES (EOMS), TO INCLUDE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND PROGRAM SUPPORT SERVICE FOR DOS'S MESSAGING SYSTEMS OFFICE.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is TECHNIKO LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of State (Department of State).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $169.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2018-09-30. End: 2024-08-30.
What was the rationale for excluding specific sources prior to the full and open competition?
The rationale for excluding specific sources before the full and open competition is crucial for understanding the procurement strategy. It could be due to pre-qualification requirements, specific technical needs, or past performance issues. Without this information, it's difficult to fully assess if the competition was optimally structured to achieve the best value for the government and taxpayers.
What are the specific risks associated with the Time and Materials (T&M) contract type for this service?
Time and Materials contracts carry inherent risks of cost overruns as they are not fixed-price. For complex IT services like enterprise messaging, it can be challenging to accurately estimate labor hours and material costs upfront. This necessitates robust monitoring and oversight by the government to ensure efficient use of resources and prevent scope creep or inflated billing.
How does the performance of Techniko LLC on this contract align with the Department of State's messaging system needs?
Assessing Techniko LLC's performance requires reviewing performance metrics, user feedback, and any documented issues or successes related to the Enterprise Organizational Messaging Support Services (EOMS). Alignment would be demonstrated by the reliability, security, and efficiency of the messaging systems under their support, directly contributing to the Department of State's operational effectiveness.
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 › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 8403 COLESVILLE RD STE 1100, SILVER SPRING, MD, 20910
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, SBA Certified 8 a Joint Venture, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $169,896,948
Exercised Options: $169,896,948
Current Obligation: $169,888,936
Actual Outlays: $67,929,665
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS00Q17GWD2446
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2018-09-30
Current End Date: 2024-08-30
Potential End Date: 2024-08-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-07-21
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