DOJ's $68M UFMS Operations & Maintenance Support Contract Awarded to CGI Federal Inc

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $68,058,576 ($68.1M)

Contractor: CGI Federal Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Justice

Start Date: 2017-10-01

End Date: 2022-01-31

Contract Duration: 1,583 days

Daily Burn Rate: $43.0K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS

Sector: IT

Official Description: IGF::CT::IGF DOJ UFMS OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE SUPPORT FOR SBU YRG$T13434

Place of Performance

Location: FAIRFAX, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22033

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Justice obligated $68.1 million to CGI FEDERAL INC. for work described as: IGF::CT::IGF DOJ UFMS OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE SUPPORT FOR SBU YRG$T13434 Key points: 1. The contract, valued at $68.1 million, supports UFMS operations and maintenance. 2. CGI Federal Inc. is the sole awardee under a full and open competition. 3. The contract duration is 1583 days, ending January 31, 2022. 4. The award was made via a BPA Call, indicating a pre-competed framework. 5. This contract falls under 'Other Computer Related Services' (NAICS 541519).

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $68.1 million over approximately 4.3 years suggests a significant investment. Benchmarking against similar IT operations and maintenance contracts would be necessary to fully assess pricing fairness, as specific per-unit costs are not provided.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, utilizing a BPA Call. This method typically ensures competitive pricing through pre-established agreements, but the specific price discovery mechanisms within the BPA call are not detailed.

Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is generally beneficial for taxpayers, promoting competitive pricing and potentially leading to cost savings compared to sole-source or limited competition awards.

Public Impact

Supports critical financial management systems for the Department of Justice. Ensures the operational continuity of UFMS, impacting various DOJ functions. The contract's duration suggests a long-term need for these services. Awarded to a single contractor, CGI Federal Inc., following a competitive process.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of specific per-unit cost data for detailed value assessment.
BPA Call mechanism requires further scrutiny for price discovery effectiveness.
Contract duration could indicate potential for vendor lock-in if not managed.

Positive Signals

Awarded under full and open competition.
Supports essential government operations.
Utilizes a pre-competed BPA Call framework.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically 'Other Computer Related Services'. Spending in this area is substantial across federal agencies for maintaining and operating complex IT systems. Benchmarks for similar contracts would focus on hourly rates for labor categories and overall system maintenance costs.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that small businesses were not directly involved in this specific award, as the contract was awarded to CGI Federal Inc. and no small business set-aside information is present. Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities were offered.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded via a BPA Call, which implies some level of pre-competition and oversight. However, detailed oversight activities, performance reviews, and accountability mechanisms specific to this call order are not provided in the data.

Related Government Programs

Other Computer Related Services
Department of Justice Contracting
Offices, Boards and Divisions Programs

Risk Flags

Contract duration is lengthy (over 4 years).
No specific performance metrics provided.
Limited detail on price discovery within the BPA Call.
No indication of small business subcontracting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Justice awarded $68.1 million to CGI FEDERAL INC.. IGF::CT::IGF DOJ UFMS OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE SUPPORT FOR SBU YRG$T13434

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is CGI FEDERAL INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Justice (Offices, Boards and Divisions).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $68.1 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2017-10-01. End: 2022-01-31.

What is the average hourly labor rate for the primary labor categories under this contract, and how does it compare to market rates for similar IT support services?

The provided data does not include specific hourly labor rates. To assess value, a comparison of the contract's total cost ($68.1 million) against the estimated labor hours (1583 days * 8 hours/day * number of personnel) and prevailing market rates for IT operations and maintenance support personnel in the Washington D.C. area would be required. Without this, a precise per-unit cost benchmark is not feasible.

What specific risks were identified during the full and open competition process, and how were they mitigated by the Department of Justice?

The data does not detail specific risks identified during the competition or their mitigation strategies. Full and open competition generally aims to mitigate risks related to price inflation and limited vendor options. However, potential risks such as contractor performance, cybersecurity vulnerabilities, or scope creep would typically be addressed through robust contract terms, performance monitoring, and defined communication protocols.

How effectively has CGI Federal Inc. performed in delivering UFMS operations and maintenance support, and what metrics were used to evaluate their performance?

Performance metrics and evaluation results for CGI Federal Inc.'s delivery of UFMS operations and maintenance support are not included in the provided data. Effectiveness would typically be assessed through contractor performance evaluation reports (CPARs), adherence to service level agreements (SLAs), and user satisfaction surveys. Without this information, a definitive assessment of effectiveness cannot be made.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services

Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: CGI Inc

Address: 12601 FAIR LAKES CIRCLE, FAIRFAX, VA, 22033

Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $68,058,576

Exercised Options: $68,058,576

Current Obligation: $68,058,576

Actual Outlays: $21,785,697

Subaward Activity

Number of Subawards: 6

Total Subaward Amount: $1,421,865

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: DJJ16F2697

IDV Type: BPA

Timeline