NASA's $16.3K Server Maintenance Contract with Sterling Computers: A 364-Day Deal
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $16,258 ($16.3K)
Contractor: Sterling Computers Corporation
Awarding Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Start Date: 2026-04-02
End Date: 2027-04-01
Contract Duration: 364 days
Daily Burn Rate: $45/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: CALL ORDER #56 - DELL POWEREDGE R740, R440 SERVERS MAINTENANCE
Place of Performance
Location: GREENBELT, PRINCE GEORGES County, MARYLAND, 20771
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
National Aeronautics and Space Administration obligated $16,258.1 to STERLING COMPUTERS CORPORATION for work described as: CALL ORDER #56 - DELL POWEREDGE R740, R440 SERVERS MAINTENANCE Key points: 1. Contract Value: $16,258.10 for server maintenance. 2. Competition: Awarded under full and open competition. 3. Risk: Low value, short duration, and firm fixed price mitigate risk. 4. Sector: Information Technology (IT) hardware maintenance.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value is relatively low for IT hardware maintenance. Pricing is likely competitive given the full and open competition.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method generally leads to better price discovery and value for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The taxpayer impact is minimal due to the low contract value and competitive award.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operation of critical NASA IT infrastructure. Supports agency's research and operational capabilities. Provides essential maintenance for server hardware.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 45 / 10
Warning Flags
- No small business participation noted.
Positive Signals
- Firm fixed price contract.
- Full and open competition.
- Short contract duration.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT hardware maintenance sector. Spending benchmarks for similar server maintenance contracts vary widely based on hardware type, age, and service level agreements.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were solicited or participated in the bidding process.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by NASA, a federal agency with established oversight mechanisms. The short duration and low value may limit the scope for extensive oversight, but standard procurement regulations apply.
Related Government Programs
- Electronic Computer Manufacturing
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Contracting
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of small business participation.
- No specific performance metrics or SLAs detailed in summary.
Tags
electronic-computer-manufacturing, national-aeronautics-and-space-administr, md, bpa-call, under-100k
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration awarded $16,258.1 to STERLING COMPUTERS CORPORATION. CALL ORDER #56 - DELL POWEREDGE R740, R440 SERVERS MAINTENANCE
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is STERLING COMPUTERS CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (National Aeronautics and Space Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $16,258.1.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2026-04-02. End: 2027-04-01.
What is the specific scope of maintenance covered by this contract?
The provided data does not detail the specific maintenance services included. Typically, server maintenance contracts cover hardware repair, replacement parts, and potentially software support or patching. Clarification from NASA's contracting documents would be necessary to understand the full scope.
Are there any performance metrics or service level agreements (SLAs) associated with this maintenance contract?
The data does not specify any performance metrics or SLAs. For IT hardware maintenance, SLAs are crucial for ensuring timely response and resolution of issues. The absence of this information in the summary suggests it might be detailed in the full contract or considered standard for this type of BPA call.
What is the potential for contract renewal or extension beyond the current term?
The contract has an end date of April 1, 2027, with a duration of 364 days. While not explicitly stated as having renewal options, many BPA calls are structured for potential follow-on work or extensions if funding and needs align. Further review of the BPA itself would clarify extension possibilities.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing › Electronic Computer Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › IT AND TELECOM - END USER
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: CITQ0010655
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 303 CENTENNIAL DR, NORTH SIOUX CITY, SD, 57049
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $16,258
Exercised Options: $16,258
Current Obligation: $16,258
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 80TECH26A0002
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2026-04-02
Current End Date: 2027-04-01
Potential End Date: 2027-04-01 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-02
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