GSA Awards $109M Irregular Warfare Support Task Order to SRA International
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $109,401,361 ($109.4M)
Contractor: SRA International, Inc.
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2012-09-12
End Date: 2017-09-27
Contract Duration: 1,841 days
Daily Burn Rate: $59.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF, THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO PROVIDE THE JIEDDO COIC WITH THE DEPLOYABLE IRREGULAR WARFARE OPERATIONS, INTELLIGENCE, AND ANALYTICAL EXPERTISE NEEDED TO EFFECTIVELY SUPPORT THE COLLECTION, ANALYSIS, AND DISSEMINATION OF C-IED INFORMATION, TOOLS, AND TECHNIQUES TO DEFEAT HUMAN ENEMY NETWORKS THAT EMPLOY IEDS.
Place of Performance
Location: FAIRFAX, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22033
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $109.4 million to SRA INTERNATIONAL, INC. for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF, THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO PROVIDE THE JIEDDO COIC WITH THE DEPLOYABLE IRREGULAR WARFARE OPERATIONS, INTELLIGENCE, AND ANALYTICAL EXPERTISE NEEDED TO EFFECTIVELY SUPPORT THE COLLECTION, ANALYSIS, AND DISSEMINATION OF C-IED INFORMATION, TOOLS, AND TECHNIQUE… Key points: 1. Significant contract value ($109M) for specialized intelligence and analytical expertise. 2. Competition was full and open, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. Potential risk associated with the long duration (over 5 years) and cost-plus award fee structure. 4. Spending falls under Business Support Services, a broad category.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract is a Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) type, which can lead to higher costs if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar intelligence support contracts is difficult without more specific service details.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating multiple bidders participated. This method generally promotes competitive pricing, but the CPAF structure allows for cost-plus incentives.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for specialized intelligence support, with the final cost influenced by performance incentives and actual costs incurred.
Public Impact
Supports critical counter-IED efforts against human enemy networks. Provides essential analytical expertise for intelligence collection and dissemination. Long-term contract may indicate sustained need for these services. Contractor SRA International has a history of government contracting.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Award Fee structure
- Long contract duration (over 5 years)
- Broad service category (Business Support Services)
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Supports critical national security mission (C-IED)
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Business Support Services, a broad category that includes various professional and administrative services. Benchmarks for intelligence and analytical support within this sector are highly variable based on specialization.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses and SRA International is a large business. There is no indication of small business subcontracting requirements in the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is managed by the General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Acquisition Service. Oversight effectiveness would depend on performance monitoring and management of the Cost Plus Award Fee incentives.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Business Support Services
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to CPAF structure.
- Risk of vendor lock-in given the long contract duration.
- Difficulty in benchmarking specialized intelligence services.
- Broad service category may obscure specific performance issues.
- Dependence on contractor's analytical capabilities.
Tags
all-other-business-support-services, general-services-administration, va, delivery-order, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $109.4 million to SRA INTERNATIONAL, INC.. IGF::OT::IGF, THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO PROVIDE THE JIEDDO COIC WITH THE DEPLOYABLE IRREGULAR WARFARE OPERATIONS, INTELLIGENCE, AND ANALYTICAL EXPERTISE NEEDED TO EFFECTIVELY SUPPORT THE COLLECTION, ANALYSIS, AND DISSEMINATION OF C-IED INFORMATION, TOOLS, AND TECHNIQUES TO DEFEAT HUMAN ENEMY NETWORKS THAT EMPLOY IEDS.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SRA INTERNATIONAL, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $109.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2012-09-12. End: 2017-09-27.
What specific analytical expertise is required, and how does it compare to market rates for similar specialized skills?
The task order specifies expertise in irregular warfare operations, intelligence, and analytical support for C-IED information. Quantifying the exact analytical skills and comparing them to market rates is challenging without a detailed breakdown of required competencies and the specific analytical tools or methodologies involved. This level of detail is crucial for assessing value for money.
How are the award fees structured, and what are the key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure effective service delivery and control costs?
The contract type is Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF), meaning the contractor receives cost reimbursement plus a fee that is partially contingent on meeting performance objectives. Understanding the specific KPIs tied to these award fees is critical. Without transparency into these metrics and the criteria for earning the award fee, it's difficult to assess if the fee structure effectively incentivizes performance and cost control.
What is the government's strategy for knowledge transfer and potential transition to other contractors or internal capabilities after this long-term contract?
Given the contract's duration of over five years, a robust knowledge transfer plan is essential to ensure continuity and avoid vendor lock-in. The government should have strategies in place for capturing institutional knowledge, developing internal capabilities, or ensuring a smooth transition to future support providers. The absence of such a plan could lead to continued reliance and potentially higher costs in the long run.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Business Support Services › All Other Business Support 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
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE (R)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Sterling Parent Inc. (UEI: 968838909)
Address: 4300 FAIR LAKES CT, FAIRFAX, VA, 22033
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $122,064,253
Exercised Options: $112,686,170
Current Obligation: $109,401,361
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GST0012AJ0038
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2012-09-12
Current End Date: 2017-09-27
Potential End Date: 2017-09-27 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2019-10-01
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