DHS Awards $7.5M Proof of Concept Contract to Cybermedia Technologies for Management Consulting

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $7,550,412 ($7.6M)

Contractor: Cybermedia Technologies, LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security

Start Date: 2023-09-25

End Date: 2025-02-21

Contract Duration: 515 days

Daily Burn Rate: $14.7K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Number of Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS

Sector: Other

Official Description: PROOF OF CONCEPT EXECUTION MANAGER

Place of Performance

Location: RESTON, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 20191

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Homeland Security obligated $7.6 million to CYBERMEDIA TECHNOLOGIES, LLC for work described as: PROOF OF CONCEPT EXECUTION MANAGER Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Cybermedia Technologies, LLC for $7.5M. 2. Service category is Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. 3. Procurement method was Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources. 4. Contract duration is 515 days, ending February 2025. 5. This is a Delivery Order under an existing contract.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract is a Time and Materials type, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed closely. The awarded amount of $7.5M for a 515-day period needs careful monitoring against the defined scope.

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 was intended. However, the 'Exclusion of Sources' aspect warrants further investigation to understand if it limited the competitive pool.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award aims to secure fair pricing, but the specific terms and potential exclusions could impact the ultimate value for taxpayers.

Public Impact

Supports Department of Homeland Security's operational needs. Focuses on management consulting services, potentially impacting agency efficiency. Contract duration extends into early 2025, indicating ongoing support.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Time and Materials contract type can lead to cost uncertainty.
Potential for limited competition due to 'Exclusion of Sources' clause.
The specific 'Proof of Concept' nature may require clear success metrics.

Positive Signals

Awarded through a competitive process.
Supports critical government functions within DHS.
Clear end date provides a defined project lifecycle.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under administrative and management consulting services, a broad category often used by government agencies to improve operations and strategy. Benchmarks for similar contracts vary widely based on scope and duration.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved in this specific award or if Cybermedia Technologies, LLC is a small business. Further analysis would be needed to assess small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

The 'Delivery Order' nature suggests this is part of a larger, potentially pre-existing contract. Oversight would focus on the performance of this specific order and its alignment with the parent contract's objectives.

Related Government Programs

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Department of Homeland Security Contracting
Office of Procurement Operations Programs

Risk Flags

Time and Materials contract type.
Potential for limited competition.
Lack of detailed scope for 'Proof of Concept'.
Unclear impact of 'Exclusion of Sources'.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Homeland Security awarded $7.6 million to CYBERMEDIA TECHNOLOGIES, LLC. PROOF OF CONCEPT EXECUTION MANAGER

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is CYBERMEDIA TECHNOLOGIES, 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 $7.6 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2023-09-25. End: 2025-02-21.

What specific 'proof of concept' is being executed, and what are the key performance indicators for success?

The specific 'proof of concept' is not detailed in the provided data. Typically, a proof of concept aims to validate a new idea, technology, or process. Success metrics would be defined in the contract's statement of work, focusing on whether the concept is feasible, effective, and meets predefined objectives within the allocated time and budget.

What is the rationale behind the 'Exclusion of Sources' in a 'Full and Open Competition' award, and how did it impact pricing?

The 'Exclusion of Sources' clause, when used with 'Full and Open Competition,' usually implies that while the competition was open, certain specific sources were identified and potentially excluded for defined reasons (e.g., national security, prior performance). The impact on pricing is complex; it could lead to higher prices if the excluded sources were major competitors, or it could be neutral if the remaining pool was still robust and competitive.

How will the effectiveness of the administrative management consulting services be measured to ensure value for taxpayer money?

Effectiveness will be measured through the deliverables outlined in the contract's Statement of Work (SOW) and adherence to performance standards. Key metrics might include improvements in process efficiency, cost savings identified, successful implementation of recommendations, or achievement of specific project milestones. Regular progress reports and final evaluations by the Department of Homeland Security will assess the overall value and impact.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting 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: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Cybermedia Technologies LLC

Address: 11490 COMMERCE PARK DR, RESTON, VA, 20191

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, DoT Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, Indian (Subcontinent) American Owned Business, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $20,476,823

Exercised Options: $7,557,971

Current Obligation: $7,550,412

Actual Outlays: $6,166,422

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: 47QRAD20D1113

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline