GSA awards $150.7M IT support contract to Engility Corp for USAFCENT network operations
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $150,757,575 ($150.8M)
Contractor: Engility Corporation
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2010-02-09
End Date: 2015-05-01
Contract Duration: 1,907 days
Daily Burn Rate: $79.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: IT
Official Description: IT SUPPORT FOR NETWORK OPERATION AND SECURITY CENTER FOR USAFCENT
Place of Performance
Location: SHAW AFB, SUMTER County, SOUTH CAROLINA, 29152
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $150.8 million to ENGILITY CORPORATION for work described as: IT SUPPORT FOR NETWORK OPERATION AND SECURITY CENTER FOR USAFCENT Key points: 1. Contract value of $150.7M over 5 years. 2. Engility Corporation is the sole awardee. 3. Risk of limited competition and potential price inflation. 4. IT sector spending on network operations and security.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $150.7M for 5 years of IT support appears high for custom computer programming services. Benchmarking against similar contracts is difficult without more detailed service descriptions.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Awarded via a delivery order under full and open competition, suggesting multiple bids were considered. However, the specific awardee and contract type (Time and Materials) may limit price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are utilized for essential IT support, with potential for overspending if not closely managed due to the Time and Materials pricing structure.
Public Impact
Ensures critical IT infrastructure and security for USAFCENT operations. Supports military readiness and communication capabilities. Potential for cost overruns impacting taxpayer investment.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 70 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials contract type can lead to cost overruns.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes oversight challenging.
- Limited data on competitive landscape for this specific award.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Supports critical national security functions.
- Contract duration provides stability for service delivery.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically custom computer programming. Spending benchmarks for similar network operations and security support contracts vary widely based on scope and duration.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to small businesses, indicating a focus on larger, established IT service providers for this requirement.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight by the General Services Administration (GSA) and the Federal Acquisition Service is crucial to ensure performance and manage costs, especially with a Time and Materials contract.
Related Government Programs
- Custom Computer Programming Services
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials contract.
- Limited transparency on specific services and performance metrics.
- Risk of vendor lock-in if transition is complex.
- Dependence on a single vendor for critical infrastructure.
Tags
custom-computer-programming-services, general-services-administration, sc, delivery-order, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $150.8 million to ENGILITY CORPORATION. IT SUPPORT FOR NETWORK OPERATION AND SECURITY CENTER FOR USAFCENT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ENGILITY CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $150.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2010-02-09. End: 2015-05-01.
What specific IT services are included under 'network operation and security center' to justify the $150.7M cost?
The contract likely encompasses a broad range of services including network monitoring, maintenance, cybersecurity, incident response, and system administration for USAFCENT's network infrastructure. Detailed service level agreements and performance metrics would be necessary to fully assess value for money.
How effectively was competition leveraged to ensure a fair price for these IT services?
While awarded under full and open competition, the Time and Materials (T&M) pricing structure can limit effective price discovery. Agencies must diligently monitor labor hours and rates to prevent cost creep and ensure the final price reflects competitive pressures.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the effectiveness of Engility Corporation's IT support?
Effectiveness is typically measured through KPIs such as network uptime, response times for security incidents, system availability, and successful implementation of security patches. The contract should clearly define these KPIs and the associated penalties or incentives.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Custom Computer Programming Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 4QAL57102003
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Contractor Details
Address: 3750 CENTERVIEW DR, CHANTILLY, VA, 20151
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $171,329,421
Exercised Options: $150,757,575
Current Obligation: $150,757,575
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS07T00BGD0023
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2010-02-09
Current End Date: 2015-05-01
Potential End Date: 2015-08-15 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2016-09-21
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