GSA awards $23.15M for Computer Systems Design Services to Booz Allen Hamilton
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $23,151,469 ($23.2M)
Contractor: Booz Allen Hamilton Engineering Services, LLC
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2015-03-23
End Date: 2019-03-16
Contract Duration: 1,454 days
Daily Burn Rate: $15.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: FMS TAIWAN IGF::OT::IGF
Place of Performance
Location: RANDOLPH AFB, BEXAR County, TEXAS, 78150
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $23.2 million to BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON ENGINEERING SERVICES, LLC for work described as: FMS TAIWAN IGF::OT::IGF Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single large business, Booz Allen Hamilton. 2. Spending is within the Computer Systems Design Services sector. 3. The contract duration is over 4 years. 4. No small business participation noted.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $23.15M over 4 years for computer systems design services appears reasonable given the provider and scope. Benchmarking against similar GSA contracts for IT services would provide a clearer picture of value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. This method generally leads to better price discovery and value for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being utilized for essential IT services, with competition aiming to ensure efficient use of these funds.
Public Impact
Supports federal IT infrastructure and modernization efforts. Ensures availability of critical computer systems design expertise. Impacts the IT services market through a significant contract award.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of small business participation.
- Long contract duration could lead to price drift.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Experienced contractor selected.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT sector, specifically Computer Systems Design Services. Spending benchmarks for this category vary widely based on specific services and contract types.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to a small business, and there is no indication of small business subcontracting. This represents a missed opportunity for small business engagement in federal IT.
Oversight & Accountability
The General Services Administration (GSA) oversees this contract, utilizing its Federal Acquisition Service. Standard GSA oversight procedures should apply to ensure performance and accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Systems Design Services
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- No small business participation.
- Long contract duration.
- Potential for price creep over time.
- Limited insight into specific service details.
Tags
computer-systems-design-services, general-services-administration, tx, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $23.2 million to BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON ENGINEERING SERVICES, LLC. FMS TAIWAN IGF::OT::IGF
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON ENGINEERING SERVICES, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $23.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2015-03-23. End: 2019-03-16.
What specific computer systems design services were procured under this contract?
The data indicates the contract is for 'Computer Systems Design Services' (NAICS 541512). However, the specific deliverables, scope of work, and detailed services are not provided. Further analysis would require access to the contract's statement of work to understand the precise nature of the design services rendered and their alignment with agency needs.
How does the awarded price compare to market rates for similar services?
Without detailed service descriptions and market data, a precise comparison is difficult. However, the $23.15M award over approximately 4 years suggests an average annual value of around $5.79M. This figure needs to be benchmarked against GSA schedules and other government IT contracts for similar scope and complexity to assess its competitiveness.
What is the potential impact of this contract on future IT service procurements?
This contract's success, particularly under full and open competition, could set a precedent for similar large-scale IT service procurements. However, the lack of small business participation might prompt agencies to review their small business subcontracting goals and strategies for future solicitations in this domain.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Systems Design Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: ID07130017035
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation (UEI: 964725688)
Address: 308 SENTINEL DR, ANNAPOLIS JUNCTION, MD, 20701
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $23,151,469
Exercised Options: $23,151,469
Current Obligation: $23,151,469
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS00Q09BGD0013
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2015-03-23
Current End Date: 2019-03-16
Potential End Date: 2019-03-16 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2019-11-04
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