DOE Awards $935.5K for Wireless Telecom Services, Highlighting Potential for Cost Savings in IT Infrastructure
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $935,500 ($935.5K)
Contractor: Cellco Partnership
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2023-03-23
End Date: 2028-03-31
Contract Duration: 1,835 days
Daily Burn Rate: $510/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE), ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT CONSOLIDATED BUSINESS CENTER (EMCBC) AND PORTSMOUTH/PADUCAH PROJECT OFFICE (PPPO). DEVICES AND/OR ACCESSORIES (EQUIPMENT) ARE "OPEN MARKET" ITE
Place of Performance
Location: CINCINNATI, HAMILTON County, OHIO, 45202
State: Ohio Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $935,500 to CELLCO PARTNERSHIP for work described as: WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE), ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT CONSOLIDATED BUSINESS CENTER (EMCBC) AND PORTSMOUTH/PADUCAH PROJECT OFFICE (PPPO). DEVICES AND/OR ACCESSORIES (EQUIPMENT) ARE "OPEN MARKET" ITE Key points: 1. The contract for wireless telecommunication services for DOE's EM CBC and PPPO was awarded to Cellco Partnership. 2. The total award amount is $935,500, with a period of performance extending to March 31, 2028. 3. This contract falls under the 'Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite)' industry, NAICS code 517312. 4. The contract was awarded using full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's firm fixed price structure provides cost certainty. However, without specific performance metrics or benchmarks for similar wireless services, a definitive value assessment is challenging.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, which typically allows for the widest range of potential bidders and can lead to more competitive pricing. The price discovery mechanism relies on the bids submitted by qualified vendors.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is intended to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently by securing competitive pricing for essential wireless telecommunication services.
Public Impact
Ensures critical communication infrastructure for DOE's environmental management operations. Supports the operational needs of the Portsmouth/Paducah Project Office. Provides essential wireless services for government personnel and operations in Ohio. The contract's duration of over five years impacts long-term IT planning and budgeting.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Potential for vendor lock-in over the contract duration.
- Limited information on specific device/accessory procurement.
Positive Signals
- Awarded via full and open competition.
- Firm fixed price contract provides cost predictability.
- Supports critical government operations.
Sector Analysis
This contract is within the Information Technology sector, specifically focusing on telecommunications services. Benchmarks for similar wireless service contracts can vary widely based on data volume, coverage requirements, and included features.
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 had an opportunity to participate in the bidding process.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Energy's Consolidated Business Center and Portsmouth/Paducah Project Office are responsible for overseeing this contract. Standard government procurement oversight processes should apply.
Related Government Programs
- Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite)
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Potential for cost overruns on 'open market' devices/accessories.
- Long contract duration may not adapt to technological advancements.
- No indication of small business participation.
Tags
wireless-telecommunications-carriers-exc, department-of-energy, oh, delivery-order, 100k-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Energy awarded $935,500 to CELLCO PARTNERSHIP. WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE), ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT CONSOLIDATED BUSINESS CENTER (EMCBC) AND PORTSMOUTH/PADUCAH PROJECT OFFICE (PPPO). DEVICES AND/OR ACCESSORIES (EQUIPMENT) ARE "OPEN MARKET" ITE
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CELLCO PARTNERSHIP.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $935,500.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-03-23. End: 2028-03-31.
What is the estimated cost per user or per device for these wireless services, and how does it compare to industry averages?
The provided data does not specify the number of users or devices, making a per-unit cost calculation impossible. To assess value, a comparison with industry benchmarks for similar enterprise-level wireless plans, considering data allowances, coverage, and included features, would be necessary. Without this, it's difficult to determine if the $935,500 award represents a competitive price.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs) associated with this contract to ensure service quality and reliability?
The contract details do not explicitly list the KPIs or SLAs. For effective oversight and to mitigate risks related to service disruptions, it is crucial that the Department of Energy has established clear performance standards for network uptime, data speeds, customer support response times, and security protocols. These should be contractually defined and regularly monitored.
How will the 'open market' procurement of devices and accessories be managed to ensure cost-effectiveness and compliance?
The 'open market' designation for devices and accessories suggests these are procured separately from the core service. To ensure cost-effectiveness and compliance, the DOE should have a clear policy for competitive bidding on these items, potentially utilizing government-wide acquisition contracts or established preferred vendor lists. Regular audits of these procurements would be advisable to prevent price gouging.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Information › Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers › Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite)
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
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Verizon Maryland LLC
Address: 1 VERIZON WAY, BASKING RIDGE, NJ, 07920
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $1,500,000
Exercised Options: $1,500,000
Current Obligation: $935,500
Actual Outlays: $815,036
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 47QTCA20D00B5
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-03-23
Current End Date: 2028-03-31
Potential End Date: 2028-03-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-02
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