DOT awards $2.1M for FOIAXpress software renewal to Software Information Resource Corp
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $2,124,485 ($2.1M)
Contractor: Software Information Resource Corp.
Awarding Agency: Department of Transportation
Start Date: 2024-09-19
End Date: 2026-05-31
Contract Duration: 619 days
Daily Burn Rate: $3.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: THIS TASK ORDER IS FOR THE RENEWAL OF FOIAXPRESS SOFTWARE LICENSES, MAINTENANCE, AND SUPPORT.
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20590
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Transportation obligated $2.1 million to SOFTWARE INFORMATION RESOURCE CORP. for work described as: THIS TASK ORDER IS FOR THE RENEWAL OF FOIAXPRESS SOFTWARE LICENSES, MAINTENANCE, AND SUPPORT. Key points: 1. Spending is for essential software licenses, maintenance, and support. 2. Competition was full and open after exclusion of sources. 3. The contract value is $2.12 million over 619 days. 4. The sector is IT services, specifically computer related services.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $2.12 million for software licenses, maintenance, and support appears reasonable for a multi-year renewal. Benchmarking against similar software maintenance contracts would provide a more precise 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. This method generally promotes price discovery and ensures fair market value.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential software to manage Freedom of Information Act requests, ensuring compliance and transparency.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operation of the FOIAXpress system for the Federal Highway Administration. Supports efficient processing of public information requests. Maintains critical software infrastructure for government operations.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Essential service renewal
- Competitive award process
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT sector, specifically 'Other Computer Related Services'. Spending on software licenses and maintenance is common across federal agencies to support operational needs.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved in this procurement. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is a delivery order under a larger agreement, suggesting existing oversight mechanisms. The firm fixed price contract type provides cost certainty.
Related Government Programs
- Other Computer Related Services
- Department of Transportation Contracting
- Federal Highway Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for vendor lock-in due to specialized software
- Limited insight into specific reasons for 'exclusion of sources'
- Need for further benchmarking to confirm value for money
Tags
other-computer-related-services, department-of-transportation, dc, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Transportation awarded $2.1 million to SOFTWARE INFORMATION RESOURCE CORP.. THIS TASK ORDER IS FOR THE RENEWAL OF FOIAXPRESS SOFTWARE LICENSES, MAINTENANCE, AND SUPPORT.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SOFTWARE INFORMATION RESOURCE CORP..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Transportation (Federal Highway Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $2.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2024-09-19. End: 2026-05-31.
What is the specific functionality provided by FOIAXpress and its criticality to the FHWA's mission?
FOIAXpress is a case management software designed to help government agencies process Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests efficiently. Its criticality lies in enabling the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to comply with legal obligations for public information disclosure, manage request workflows, track deadlines, and maintain records, thereby supporting transparency and accountability in its operations.
Were there any specific technical requirements or vendor lock-in concerns that might have influenced the 'exclusion of sources' in the competition?
The 'exclusion of sources' clause suggests that while the competition was intended to be full and open, certain pre-existing conditions or specific technical requirements may have limited the pool of eligible bidders. This could be due to proprietary software, unique integration needs, or prior investments that made alternative solutions less feasible or more costly to implement within the given timeframe.
How does the per-unit cost of this software renewal compare to previous years or similar agency procurements?
Without historical data or benchmarks for comparable software licenses and maintenance agreements across federal agencies, it is difficult to definitively assess the per-unit cost. A detailed cost-benefit analysis comparing this renewal's pricing against market rates for similar FOIA management software and support services would be necessary to determine if the current price represents optimal value for taxpayer dollars.
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
Offers Received: 1
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: $4,626,908
Exercised Options: $2,124,485
Current Obligation: $2,124,485
Actual Outlays: $2,124,485
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: NNG15SD74B
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2024-09-19
Current End Date: 2026-05-31
Potential End Date: 2028-05-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-01-07
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