USAFCENT IT Sustainment Contract Awarded to EPS Corp for $6.4M, Focusing on Intelligence Networks
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $6,433,959 ($6.4M)
Contractor: EPS Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2025-01-30
End Date: 2027-01-29
Contract Duration: 729 days
Daily Burn Rate: $8.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 9
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE LEVEL OF EFFORT
Sector: IT
Official Description: USAFCENT A2 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUSTAINMENT SUPPORT (ITSS) RECOMPETE. THIS FOLLOW-ON REQUIREMENT IS A PERFORM C5ISR IT SUSTAINMENT, DESIGN, OPERATIONS, AND MAINTENANCE SUPPORT FOR INTELLIGENCE NETWORKS AND SYSTEMS.
Place of Performance
Location: SHAW AFB, SUMTER County, SOUTH CAROLINA, 29152
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $6.4 million to EPS CORPORATION for work described as: USAFCENT A2 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUSTAINMENT SUPPORT (ITSS) RECOMPETE. THIS FOLLOW-ON REQUIREMENT IS A PERFORM C5ISR IT SUSTAINMENT, DESIGN, OPERATIONS, AND MAINTENANCE SUPPORT FOR INTELLIGENCE NETWORKS AND SYSTEMS. Key points: 1. Contract supports critical C5ISR IT sustainment for intelligence networks. 2. EPS Corporation is the incumbent contractor. 3. Full and open competition was utilized. 4. Fixed Price Level of Effort contract type. 5. High risk associated with intelligence network sustainment.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The award amount of $6.4M for a 2-year period seems reasonable for specialized IT sustainment. Benchmarking against similar intelligence network support contracts is difficult due to data limitations, but the fixed-price structure aims to control costs.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. However, the specific details of the bidding and evaluation are not provided, making a definitive assessment of price competitiveness challenging.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential IT sustainment, with competition intended to ensure value for money. The fixed-price contract type provides cost certainty.
Public Impact
Ensures continuity of critical intelligence network operations for USAFCENT. Supports national security by maintaining advanced C5ISR systems. Potential for technological advancements through ongoing sustainment and maintenance.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 88 / 10
Warning Flags
- Reliance on incumbent for specialized knowledge.
- Potential for scope creep in IT sustainment.
- Cybersecurity risks associated with intelligence networks.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Fixed-price contract type for cost control.
- Long-term sustainment ensures operational readiness.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under IT services, specifically focusing on sustainment, design, operations, and maintenance for intelligence networks. Spending in this sector is consistently high due to the evolving nature of technology and security requirements.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small businesses were not directly involved in this specific contract award, as the prime contractor is EPS Corporation and the small business set-aside flag is false. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses are involved as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is subject to standard federal procurement oversight. The fixed-price contract type offers some cost control, but ongoing monitoring of performance and deliverables is crucial for accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Incumbent reliance
- Cybersecurity vulnerabilities
- Intelligence network complexity
- Potential for scope creep
- Dependence on specialized personnel
Tags
research-and-development-in-the-physical, department-of-defense, sc, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $6.4 million to EPS CORPORATION. USAFCENT A2 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUSTAINMENT SUPPORT (ITSS) RECOMPETE. THIS FOLLOW-ON REQUIREMENT IS A PERFORM C5ISR IT SUSTAINMENT, DESIGN, OPERATIONS, AND MAINTENANCE SUPPORT FOR INTELLIGENCE NETWORKS AND SYSTEMS.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is EPS CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Air Force).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $6.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-01-30. End: 2027-01-29.
What is the specific breakdown of sustainment, design, operations, and maintenance costs within the $6.4M award?
The provided data does not detail the cost breakdown for each service component (sustainment, design, operations, maintenance). Understanding this allocation would offer deeper insight into how the funds are distributed and potentially identify areas of higher or lower investment within the overall ITSS requirement.
How will the performance of EPS Corporation be measured to ensure effective sustainment of intelligence networks?
Performance metrics are not detailed in the provided data. Effective sustainment relies on clearly defined Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to system uptime, response times, security compliance, and successful implementation of updates or maintenance. Regular performance reviews against these KPIs are essential.
What are the contingency plans if EPS Corporation fails to meet its sustainment obligations for these critical intelligence networks?
Contingency plans are not specified. Given the critical nature of intelligence networks, the contract should include clauses for remedies in case of contractor failure, such as performance bonds, termination for default, or the ability to transition services to another provider swiftly to minimize disruption.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Scientific Research and Development Services › Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)
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: 9
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE LEVEL OF EFFORT (B)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 78 APPLE ST, TINTON FALLS, NJ, 07724
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $17,521,057
Exercised Options: $6,433,959
Current Obligation: $6,433,959
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W15P7T17D0114
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-01-30
Current End Date: 2027-01-29
Potential End Date: 2030-01-29 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-12-16
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