Leidos Awarded $218M for Counter-IED Analytical Support Services to JIEDDO
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $218,499,442 ($218.5M)
Contractor: Leidos, Inc.
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2013-06-12
End Date: 2016-12-11
Contract Duration: 1,278 days
Daily Burn Rate: $171.0K/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 JOINT IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICE (IED) DEFEAT ORGANIZATION (JIEDDO) COUNTER-IED OPERATIONS/INTELLIGENCE INTEGRATION CENTER (COIC) WITH DEPLOYABLE ANALYTICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE MISSION INTEGRATION DIVISION, OPERATIONS DIVISION, AND TRAINING INTEGRATION DIVISION WITH EXPERTISE TO ELIMINATE OR NEUTRALIZE ENEMY NETWORKS THAT THREATEN US INTERESTS AND EMPLOY IEDS.
Place of Performance
Location: ALEXANDRIA, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22312
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $218.5 million to LEIDOS, INC. for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF, THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO PROVIDE THE JOINT IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICE (IED) DEFEAT ORGANIZATION (JIEDDO) COUNTER-IED OPERATIONS/INTELLIGENCE INTEGRATION CENTER (COIC) WITH DEPLOYABLE ANALYTICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE MISSION INTEGRATION DIVISION, OPER… Key points: 1. Significant contract value of $218.5 million over 3.5 years. 2. Leidos, Inc. is the sole awardee, raising questions about competition. 3. Focus on critical counter-IED operations and intelligence integration. 4. Services span mission integration, operations, and training divisions.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost Plus Award Fee, which can lead to higher costs if not managed tightly. Benchmarking against similar analytical support services is difficult without more granular cost data.
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. However, the specific awardee is Leidos, Inc., and the nature of the award (Delivery Order) implies it might be part of a larger IDIQ, where competition could vary.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are directed towards critical national security efforts to counter IED threats, aiming for effective neutralization of enemy networks.
Public Impact
Enhances US national security by supporting efforts to defeat improvised explosive devices. Provides crucial analytical and intelligence integration for military operations. Supports the Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Organization (JIEDDO) mission. Impacts personnel involved in counter-IED operations and training.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Award Fee contract type can incentivize higher costs.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes assessing value difficult.
- Potential for scope creep in analytical support services.
Positive Signals
- Addresses a critical national security need.
- Supports a specialized and vital organization (JIEDDO).
- Long-term contract duration suggests sustained requirement.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Business Support Services, specifically focusing on analytical and intelligence integration for defense. Spending in this sector is often driven by national security requirements and the need for specialized expertise.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was sought or achieved through subcontracting.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight is crucial for Cost Plus Award Fee contracts to ensure performance meets objectives and costs remain controlled. The General Services Administration (GSA) and the awarding agency (JIEDDO) would be responsible for monitoring contractor performance and expenditures.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Business Support Services
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Award Fee structure.
- Sole awardee raises competition questions.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Potential for contractor focus on award fee over cost efficiency.
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 $218.5 million to LEIDOS, INC.. IGF::OT::IGF, THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO PROVIDE THE JOINT IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICE (IED) DEFEAT ORGANIZATION (JIEDDO) COUNTER-IED OPERATIONS/INTELLIGENCE INTEGRATION CENTER (COIC) WITH DEPLOYABLE ANALYTICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE MISSION INTEGRATION DIVISION, OPERATIONS DIVISION, AND TRAINING INTEGRATION DIVISION WITH EXPERTISE TO ELIMINATE OR NEUTRALIZE ENEMY NETWORKS THAT THREATEN US INTERESTS AND EMPLOY IEDS.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LEIDOS, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $218.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2013-06-12. End: 2016-12-11.
How effectively are the analytical services provided by Leidos contributing to the neutralization of enemy networks and the reduction of IED threats?
Assessing the effectiveness requires detailed performance metrics and intelligence reporting from JIEDDO. Without access to classified operational outcomes or specific performance evaluations tied to this contract, it's challenging to quantify the direct impact. However, the sustained requirement and significant funding suggest a perceived value in the services provided to support critical counter-IED missions.
What is the potential risk associated with the Cost Plus Award Fee contract structure in terms of cost overruns and contractor incentive alignment?
Cost Plus Award Fee contracts carry inherent risks of cost overruns if the award fee criteria are not strictly defined and monitored. There's a potential for contractors to focus on maximizing award fees, which might not always align perfectly with the most cost-effective solutions. Robust oversight and clear performance benchmarks are essential to mitigate these risks and ensure taxpayer value.
To what extent does the 'full and open competition' designation accurately reflect the competitive landscape for this specific task order?
While the contract was initially solicited under full and open competition, the fact that it resulted in a single award to Leidos, Inc. warrants further scrutiny. It's possible that only one offeror met the stringent requirements, or it could indicate a lack of broader market interest or capability. Understanding the specific solicitation details and the number of proposals received is key to evaluating the true level of competition.
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: Leidos Holdings, Inc. (UEI: 611641312)
Address: 700 N FREDERICK AVE, GAITHERSBURG, MD, 20879
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $474,625,095
Exercised Options: $474,625,095
Current Obligation: $218,499,442
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GST0012AJ0036
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2013-06-12
Current End Date: 2016-12-11
Potential End Date: 2016-12-11 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2017-09-05
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