FAA Awards $1.59M Task Order for Level 1 Service Desk Support to Chickasaw Strategic Pointe, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $1,585,504 ($1.6M)
Contractor: Chickasaw Strategic Pointe, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Transportation
Start Date: 2025-10-30
End Date: 2026-06-30
Contract Duration: 243 days
Daily Burn Rate: $6.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: 6973GH-22-D-00069 CSC LEVEL 1 SERVICE DESK TASK - OPTION YEAR 3 - NOVEMBER 1, 2025 THRU JUNE 30, 2026 THIS IS A LABOR HOUR TASK
Place of Performance
Location: OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA County, OKLAHOMA, 73125
State: Oklahoma Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Transportation obligated $1.6 million to CHICKASAW STRATEGIC POINTE, LLC for work described as: 6973GH-22-D-00069 CSC LEVEL 1 SERVICE DESK TASK - OPTION YEAR 3 - NOVEMBER 1, 2025 THRU JUNE 30, 2026 THIS IS A LABOR HOUR TASK Key points: 1. The task order covers Option Year 3 for CSC Level 1 Service Desk services. 2. The contract is a Firm Fixed Price labor hour task. 3. Competition was full and open after exclusion of sources. 4. The vendor is Chickasaw Strategic Pointe, LLC, located in Oklahoma.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The task order value of $1.59M for approximately 8 months of service appears reasonable for IT service desk support. Benchmarking against similar contracts for Level 1 support 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 bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and ensures fair market value.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process is expected to yield a fair price, minimizing unnecessary taxpayer expenditure for essential IT support services.
Public Impact
Ensures continued IT support for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) users. Supports critical operational functions through reliable help desk services. Provides employment opportunities through the awarded contractor.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Competitive award process
- Clear service desk function
- Option year provides continuity
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under IT services, specifically computer related services. The value is moderate for a task order of this duration, typical for specialized IT support functions within government agencies.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates the contractor is not a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business goals were met through subcontracting.
Oversight & Accountability
The award is a delivery order under a larger contract, suggesting existing oversight mechanisms. The firm-fixed-price labor hour structure requires monitoring of labor hours to ensure cost control.
Related Government Programs
- Other Computer Related Services
- Department of Transportation Contracting
- Federal Aviation Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for scope creep in labor hours.
- Dependence on a single contractor for critical support.
- Need to verify justification for 'exclusion of sources'.
Tags
other-computer-related-services, department-of-transportation, ok, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Transportation awarded $1.6 million to CHICKASAW STRATEGIC POINTE, LLC. 6973GH-22-D-00069 CSC LEVEL 1 SERVICE DESK TASK - OPTION YEAR 3 - NOVEMBER 1, 2025 THRU JUNE 30, 2026 THIS IS A LABOR HOUR TASK
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CHICKASAW STRATEGIC POINTE, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Transportation (Federal Aviation Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $1.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-10-30. End: 2026-06-30.
What is the historical performance of Chickasaw Strategic Pointe, LLC on similar contracts?
Assessing the contractor's past performance is crucial. Reviewing performance metrics, customer satisfaction ratings, and any past issues on similar service desk contracts would provide insight into their reliability and ability to meet service level agreements. This information helps validate the current award's value and potential risks.
Are there any potential risks associated with the 'exclusion of sources' clause in the competition?
While 'full and open competition after exclusion of sources' implies a broad initial solicitation, the 'exclusion' part warrants scrutiny. It's important to understand why specific sources were excluded to ensure the exclusion was justified and did not unduly limit competition, potentially impacting price or innovation.
How does the per-hour labor rate compare to industry benchmarks for Level 1 IT support?
A detailed analysis of the labor hour rates billed under this firm-fixed-price contract is necessary. Comparing these rates against established industry benchmarks for similar IT support roles in the relevant geographic area would determine if the pricing is competitive and offers good value for the taxpayer.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2600 JOHN SAXON BLVD STE 2209, NORMAN, OK, 73071
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, American Indian Owned Business, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, HUBZone Firm, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Tribally Owned Firm, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $1,585,504
Exercised Options: $1,585,504
Current Obligation: $1,585,504
Actual Outlays: $478,062
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 6973GH22D00069
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-10-30
Current End Date: 2026-06-30
Potential End Date: 2026-06-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-09
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