Fulcrum IT Services Awarded $168M for Global Threat Analysis and Training to JIDA

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $140,527,240 ($140.5M)

Contractor: HII Mission Technologies Corp

Awarding Agency: General Services Administration

Start Date: 2016-12-01

End Date: 2022-03-17

Contract Duration: 1,932 days

Daily Burn Rate: $72.7K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Number of Offers Received: 4

Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE

Sector: R&D

Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF TASK ORDER (TO) GSQ0017AJ0008 IS HEREBY AWARDED TO FULCRUM IT SERVICES, LLC TO PROVIDE THE JOINT IMPROVISED-THREAT DEFEAT AGENCY (JIDA), WITH PROFESSIONAL SERVICES THAT RESEARCH, AND ANALYZE THE GLOBAL OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT TO ENABLE COMBATANT COMMANDS (CCMDS) TO RESEARCH ANTICIPATED THREATS AND DEVELOP ANALYSES TO IDENTIFY PRIORITIES TO COMBAT I-THREATS TO THE WARFIGHTER AND PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS THROUGH ADVANCED SITUATIONAL AWARENESS SERVICES AND TRAINING. THE PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE FOR THIS TO WILL BE 12/01/2016 THROUGH 11/30/2021. THE TOTAL VALUE OF THE TO WILL BE $168,155,289.

Place of Performance

Location: RESTON, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 20190

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

General Services Administration obligated $140.5 million to HII MISSION TECHNOLOGIES CORP for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF TASK ORDER (TO) GSQ0017AJ0008 IS HEREBY AWARDED TO FULCRUM IT SERVICES, LLC TO PROVIDE THE JOINT IMPROVISED-THREAT DEFEAT AGENCY (JIDA), WITH PROFESSIONAL SERVICES THAT RESEARCH, AND ANALYZE THE GLOBAL OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT TO ENABLE COMBATANT COMMANDS (CCMDS) TO R… Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Fulcrum IT Services, LLC for professional services supporting JIDA. 2. Services include research and analysis of the global operational environment to combat I-threats. 3. Period of performance is December 1, 2016, through November 30, 2021, with a total value of $168,155,289. 4. Competition was full and open after exclusion of sources, with HII Mission Technologies Corp as a competitor. 5. The contract type is Cost Plus Award Fee, indicating performance-based incentives.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract is a Cost Plus Award Fee (CPA) type, which can lead to higher costs if performance incentives are aggressively met. Benchmarking against similar R&D services contracts is difficult without detailed performance metrics and specific service breakdowns.

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,' suggesting a competitive process but with specific source exclusions. This method aims for fair competition while potentially narrowing the field. The presence of a competitor (HII Mission Technologies Corp) indicates some level of price discovery.

Taxpayer Impact: The total value of $168M represents a significant taxpayer investment in enhancing warfighter and partner organization capabilities against improvised threats.

Public Impact

Enhances situational awareness and training for combatant commands to counter improvised threats. Supports warfighter readiness and partner organizations by providing advanced threat analysis. The research and analysis are critical for developing effective strategies against evolving I-threats.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Cost Plus Award Fee structure may incentivize higher costs.
Potential for scope creep in research and analysis services.
Dependence on contractor's analytical capabilities.

Positive Signals

Addresses critical national security needs related to improvised threats.
Supports combatant commands with vital intelligence and training.
Competitive award process suggests potential for value.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology) sector. Spending in this sector is crucial for maintaining technological superiority and addressing complex security challenges, often involving significant investment in specialized expertise and analysis.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in this contract, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by the General Services Administration (GSA) through its Federal Acquisition Service, suggesting adherence to established procurement regulations. Oversight would focus on performance metrics, cost controls, and delivery of analytical services.

Related Government Programs

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)
General Services Administration Contracting
Federal Acquisition Service Programs

Risk Flags

Cost Plus Award Fee contract type.
Potential for limited competition due to source exclusion.
Complexity of R&D services requires robust oversight.
Long performance period (5 years).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

General Services Administration awarded $140.5 million to HII MISSION TECHNOLOGIES CORP. IGF::OT::IGF TASK ORDER (TO) GSQ0017AJ0008 IS HEREBY AWARDED TO FULCRUM IT SERVICES, LLC TO PROVIDE THE JOINT IMPROVISED-THREAT DEFEAT AGENCY (JIDA), WITH PROFESSIONAL SERVICES THAT RESEARCH, AND ANALYZE THE GLOBAL OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT TO ENABLE COMBATANT COMMANDS (CCMDS) TO RESEARCH ANTICIPATED THREATS AND DEVELOP ANALYSES TO IDENTIFY PRIORITIES TO COMBAT I-THREATS TO THE WARFIGHTER AND PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS THROUGH ADVANCED SITUATIONAL AWARENESS SERVICES AND TRAINING. THE PERIOD OF PERFORMA

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is HII MISSION TECHNOLOGIES CORP.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $140.5 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2016-12-01. End: 2022-03-17.

What specific metrics are used to evaluate Fulcrum IT Services' performance under the Cost Plus Award Fee structure, and how do these align with JIDA's mission objectives?

Performance evaluation under a CPA contract typically involves predefined metrics tied to technical, cost, and schedule performance. For JIDA's mission, these metrics likely focus on the accuracy and timeliness of threat analysis, the effectiveness of training programs developed, and the overall contribution to improved situational awareness. The 'award fee' component suggests that exceeding baseline performance targets results in additional compensation, necessitating clear, measurable, and objective criteria to ensure taxpayer value.

How does the 'exclusion of sources' in the full and open competition impact the potential for innovation and cost-effectiveness compared to unrestricted full and open competition?

Excluding certain sources, even in a full and open competition, can limit the pool of potential offerors, potentially reducing the breadth of innovative approaches and competitive pressure on pricing. While it may ensure specific capabilities are considered, it could also mean that highly innovative or cost-effective solutions from excluded entities are not evaluated. The impact on cost-effectiveness depends on the rationale for exclusion and the competitiveness among the remaining sources.

What is the long-term strategic value of this contract for JIDA and the Department of Defense in anticipating and countering evolving improvised threats?

This contract provides JIDA with critical research and analytical capabilities to understand and counter evolving improvised threats, directly supporting combatant commands. The continuous analysis of the global operational environment and development of advanced situational awareness services are essential for proactive defense strategies. The long-term value lies in enhancing warfighter preparedness, informing strategic decision-making, and ultimately reducing the effectiveness and impact of I-threats against U.S. interests and allies.

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: 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: 4

Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE (R)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc

Address: 6767 OLD MADISON PIKE NW UNIT 670, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35806

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $175,926,790

Exercised Options: $164,267,888

Current Obligation: $140,527,240

Contract Characteristics

Consolidated Contract: Yes

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GS00Q14OADS412

IDV Type: IDC

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