DHS Awards $58.2M for CISA Engineering & Operations Support to SEV1TECH, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $58,172,975 ($58.2M)
Contractor: Sev1tech, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2022-11-21
End Date: 2025-08-11
Contract Duration: 994 days
Daily Burn Rate: $58.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: IT
Official Description: CISA ENTERPRISE ENGINEERING AND OPERATIONS SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: ARLINGTON, ARLINGTON County, VIRGINIA, 22203
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $58.2 million to SEV1TECH, LLC for work described as: CISA ENTERPRISE ENGINEERING AND OPERATIONS SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract value of $58.2M over approximately 3 years. 2. SEV1TECH, LLC is the sole awardee for this delivery order. 3. Potential risk associated with limited competition for specialized services. 4. IT sector spending focused on enterprise engineering and operations.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract was awarded via a delivery order under an existing contract. Pricing is based on labor hours, making direct comparison difficult without detailed labor rates and hours.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, as a delivery order, the specific competition for this task order is not detailed.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential cybersecurity and infrastructure support services for CISA.
Public Impact
Supports critical cybersecurity infrastructure and operations for the Department of Homeland Security. Ensures the continuity of essential government IT services. Impacts the effectiveness of national cybersecurity defense efforts.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited visibility into specific task order competition.
- Labor hour pricing can lead to cost overruns if not managed.
- Reliance on a single vendor for critical support.
Positive Signals
- Supports a vital government agency (CISA).
- Awarded under a competitive framework.
- Long-term contract provides stability for services.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically focusing on computer facilities management and engineering support. Benchmarks for similar large-scale IT support contracts vary widely based on scope and duration.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was included as a subcontracting requirement.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight is likely managed by the Office of Procurement Operations within DHS, with CISA responsible for program execution and performance monitoring.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Facilities Management Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Office of Procurement Operations Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost creep due to labor hour pricing.
- Limited transparency on specific task order competition.
- Dependence on a single vendor for critical functions.
- Need for robust performance monitoring to ensure value.
Tags
computer-facilities-management-services, department-of-homeland-security, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $58.2 million to SEV1TECH, LLC. CISA ENTERPRISE ENGINEERING AND OPERATIONS SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SEV1TECH, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Office of Procurement Operations).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $58.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2022-11-21. End: 2025-08-11.
What is the estimated total cost if all options are exercised and labor hours are maximized?
The provided data shows an award amount of $58.2M with a duration of 994 days. Without specific labor rates, hours, and option details, estimating the maximum potential cost is challenging. However, the current award value suggests a significant investment in these services.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract and how is performance being measured?
Specific KPIs are not detailed in the provided data. Typically, for IT engineering and operations support, KPIs would include system uptime, response times, incident resolution rates, and project completion milestones. Performance is usually monitored through regular reporting and reviews by the contracting officer's representative.
How does the pricing structure compare to industry standards for similar managed IT services?
Pricing is based on labor hours, which makes direct comparison difficult without knowing the specific roles, skill levels, and associated rates. Industry standards vary greatly. A thorough benchmark would require analyzing the proposed labor categories and rates against market data for comparable government and commercial contracts.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Facilities Management Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 70RCSJ22Q00000006
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 12700 BLACK FOREST LN STE 306, WOODBRIDGE, VA, 22192
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $58,172,975
Exercised Options: $58,172,975
Current Obligation: $58,172,975
Actual Outlays: $58,043,498
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 13
Total Subaward Amount: $33,316,664
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS35F424AA
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2022-11-21
Current End Date: 2025-08-11
Potential End Date: 2025-08-11 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-01-31
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