DHS Awards $28M ICE Cloud Hosting Support to Four Points Technology for AWS Environment
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $28,038,926 ($28.0M)
Contractor: Four Points Technology, L.L.C.
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2024-08-16
End Date: 2025-09-07
Contract Duration: 387 days
Daily Burn Rate: $72.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: ICE CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE HOSTING SUPPORT FOR THE AMAZON WEB SERVICES ENVIRONMENT FOR ICE/OCIO
Place of Performance
Location: HERNDON, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 20171
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $28.0 million to FOUR POINTS TECHNOLOGY, L.L.C. for work described as: ICE CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE HOSTING SUPPORT FOR THE AMAZON WEB SERVICES ENVIRONMENT FOR ICE/OCIO Key points: 1. Contract awarded for essential cloud infrastructure hosting for ICE's AWS environment. 2. Four Points Technology, LLC is the sole awardee. 3. The contract value is $28,038,925.98. 4. This falls under 'Other Computer Related Services' (NAICS 541519).
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $28M over approximately 13 months appears reasonable for specialized cloud infrastructure support in a major government environment. Benchmarking against similar AWS managed service contracts would provide further context.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. The BPA Call award mechanism suggests it was a task order against an existing contract vehicle, which can streamline procurement but relies on the initial competition of the BPA.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for critical IT infrastructure to support ICE operations, aiming for efficient and secure cloud services.
Public Impact
Ensures continuity of critical ICE operations by maintaining its AWS cloud environment. Supports data processing and storage for immigration and customs enforcement activities. Provides necessary IT infrastructure for a key component of Homeland Security.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Duration of contract (387 days) is relatively short, potentially leading to follow-on procurements.
- No small business set-aside indicated, though the awardee's size is not specified.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Supports critical national security functions within DHS.
- Utilizes a cloud-based solution for potential cost efficiencies and scalability.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically cloud computing and infrastructure support. Government spending on cloud services continues to grow as agencies modernize their IT systems, with benchmarks varying widely based on service level agreements and scope.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were involved as subcontractors or if the prime contractor is a small business.
Oversight & Accountability
The award was made by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Oversight would typically involve contract management by ICE's contracting office and performance monitoring to ensure service delivery meets requirements.
Related Government Programs
- Other Computer Related Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for vendor lock-in.
- Short contract duration may necessitate frequent re-procurement.
- Lack of explicit small business participation.
- Reliance on a single provider for critical infrastructure.
Tags
other-computer-related-services, department-of-homeland-security, va, bpa-call, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $28.0 million to FOUR POINTS TECHNOLOGY, L.L.C.. ICE CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE HOSTING SUPPORT FOR THE AMAZON WEB SERVICES ENVIRONMENT FOR ICE/OCIO
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is FOUR POINTS TECHNOLOGY, L.L.C..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $28.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2024-08-16. End: 2025-09-07.
What is the specific scope of 'hosting support' and what are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract?
The scope of 'hosting support' likely encompasses managing the AWS environment, ensuring uptime, security, performance, and potentially cost optimization. Key performance indicators would typically include metrics like service availability (uptime percentage), response times for incidents, security compliance adherence, and adherence to budget. Specific KPIs are usually detailed in the contract's Statement of Work (SOW).
How does the pricing compare to industry benchmarks for similar AWS managed services, considering the specific security and compliance requirements for ICE?
Without detailed service level agreements and specific AWS service utilization, a direct pricing comparison is difficult. However, the $28M contract value over roughly 13 months suggests a significant investment. Government contracts often include higher overhead and compliance costs than commercial ones. Benchmarking would require comparing against similar government or enterprise-level managed AWS contracts with comparable security postures.
What is the potential risk associated with relying on a single vendor for critical cloud infrastructure hosting, even under full and open competition?
The primary risk of vendor lock-in persists, even with initial full and open competition. Dependence on a single provider for critical infrastructure can create challenges if the vendor's performance degrades, prices increase significantly in future renewals, or strategic shifts occur. Mitigation strategies include robust contract management, clear exit clauses, and potentially fostering a competitive landscape for future procurements.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - COMPUTE
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 70CTD024Q00000084
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 13221 WOODLAND PARK RD, HERNDON, VA, 20171
Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $28,038,926
Exercised Options: $28,038,926
Current Obligation: $28,038,926
Actual Outlays: $19,587,548
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 70CTD022A00000004
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2024-08-16
Current End Date: 2025-09-07
Potential End Date: 2025-09-07 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-08-07
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