Treasury's OCC Spends $2.6M on RedSky E911 Maintenance for Life Safety Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $260,686 ($260.7K)
Contractor: Software Information Resource Corp.
Awarding Agency: Department of the Treasury
Start Date: 2021-11-29
End Date: 2026-11-28
Contract Duration: 1,825 days
Daily Burn Rate: $143/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: HQ - 2021-OCT-01 - THIS ANNUAL MAINTENANCE IS FOR REDSKY E911 TO PROVIDE EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO THE OCC. THE OCC UTILIZED REDSKY E911 TO PROVIDE LIFE SAFETY SERVICES FOR THE OCC VIA DIALING 911. WITHO
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20037
Plain-Language Summary
Department of the Treasury obligated $260,685.95 to SOFTWARE INFORMATION RESOURCE CORP. for work described as: HQ - 2021-OCT-01 - THIS ANNUAL MAINTENANCE IS FOR REDSKY E911 TO PROVIDE EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO THE OCC. THE OCC UTILIZED REDSKY E911 TO PROVIDE LIFE SAFETY SERVICES FOR THE OCC VIA DIALING 911. WITHO Key points: 1. The contract ensures critical emergency response capabilities for the OCC through RedSky E911. 2. Competition was full and open after exclusion of sources, suggesting a deliberate procurement process. 3. The fixed-price contract type helps mitigate cost overrun risks. 4. Spending is concentrated in 'Other Computer Related Services', a broad category.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The annual maintenance cost of approximately $579,000 ($2.6M over 4.5 years) appears reasonable for specialized E911 services. Benchmarking against similar emergency communication system maintenance contracts would provide further validation.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The procurement was conducted under 'full and open competition after exclusion of sources'. This indicates that while other sources were considered, specific reasons led to the exclusion of some, potentially impacting the breadth of price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: The spending supports essential public safety infrastructure, ensuring life safety services for OCC personnel, which is a justifiable use of taxpayer funds.
Public Impact
Ensures continuous 911 emergency response for Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) employees. Supports critical life safety services, directly impacting personnel well-being during emergencies. Maintains the operational integrity of a vital public safety communication system.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for limited competition due to source exclusion.
- Reliance on a single vendor for critical E911 maintenance.
Positive Signals
- Supports essential life safety services.
- Fixed-price contract limits cost uncertainty.
- Annual maintenance ensures system reliability.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under 'Other Computer Related Services', a broad category. Spending on E911 and emergency communication systems is crucial for government continuity and public safety, often involving specialized software and maintenance.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to SOFTWARE INFORMATION RESOURCE CORP. Information on whether this entity is a small business is not provided, and the contract value does not indicate a specific focus on small business set-asides.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is managed by the Department of the Treasury's Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. Standard government oversight processes for contract performance and financial management would apply.
Related Government Programs
- Other Computer Related Services
- Department of the Treasury Contracting
- Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for vendor lock-in due to specialized E911 services.
- Dependence on a single vendor for critical life safety communications.
- Lack of explicit small business participation.
- Limited transparency on the rationale for source exclusion.
Tags
other-computer-related-services, department-of-the-treasury, dc, delivery-order, 100k-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of the Treasury awarded $260,685.95 to SOFTWARE INFORMATION RESOURCE CORP.. HQ - 2021-OCT-01 - THIS ANNUAL MAINTENANCE IS FOR REDSKY E911 TO PROVIDE EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO THE OCC. THE OCC UTILIZED REDSKY E911 TO PROVIDE LIFE SAFETY SERVICES FOR THE OCC VIA DIALING 911. WITHO
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SOFTWARE INFORMATION RESOURCE CORP..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of the Treasury (Office of the Comptroller of the Currency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $260,685.95.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2021-11-29. End: 2026-11-28.
What was the specific justification for excluding certain sources in the 'full and open competition after exclusion of sources' process?
The specific justification for excluding certain sources is not detailed in the provided data. Typically, such exclusions are based on factors like unique capabilities, proprietary technology, or prior performance that makes a specific vendor uniquely qualified. Further investigation into the solicitation documents would be required to ascertain the precise reasons.
How does the per-unit cost of this E911 maintenance compare to industry benchmarks for similar government or private sector services?
A direct per-unit cost benchmark is not available without more granular data on the services provided (e.g., number of users supported, specific features maintained). However, the total annual cost of approximately $579,000 for maintaining a critical E911 system for a significant agency like the OCC appears within a reasonable range, assuming comprehensive service levels.
What are the contingency plans if RedSky E911 or SOFTWARE INFORMATION RESOURCE CORP. experiences significant operational failures or ceases to operate?
Contingency plans are not detailed in the provided data. Given the critical nature of E911 services, the OCC should have robust business continuity and disaster recovery plans in place. This would likely include pre-identified alternative solutions or protocols for transitioning to a backup system in case of vendor failure.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › IT AND TELECOM - APLLICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 2031JW22Q00022
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 730 24TH ST NW STE 3, WASHINGTON, DC, 20037
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Indian (Subcontinent) American Owned Business, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $260,686
Exercised Options: $260,686
Current Obligation: $260,686
Actual Outlays: $260,686
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: NNG15SD74B
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2021-11-29
Current End Date: 2026-11-28
Potential End Date: 2026-11-28 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-08
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