NIH exercises $11.3M option for SAS Enterprise License Agreement with Executive Information Systems
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $11,292,199 ($11.3M)
Contractor: Executive Information Systems, L.L.C.
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2007-12-19
End Date: 2008-12-31
Contract Duration: 378 days
Daily Burn Rate: $29.9K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: OTHER (NONE OF THE ABOVE)
Sector: IT
Official Description: CIT: EXECUTIVE INFO SYS - EXERCISE 2ND OPTION PERIOD OF SAS ENTERPRISE LICENSE AGREEMENT - FZ600260
Place of Performance
Location: BETHESDA, MONTGOMERY County, MARYLAND, 20817
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $11.3 million to EXECUTIVE INFORMATION SYSTEMS, L.L.C. for work described as: CIT: EXECUTIVE INFO SYS - EXERCISE 2ND OPTION PERIOD OF SAS ENTERPRISE LICENSE AGREEMENT - FZ600260 Key points: 1. Contract value of $11.3M for one year option period. 2. Procured via competitive delivery order, indicating some level of market engagement. 3. Risk associated with reliance on a single vendor for enterprise software. 4. Spending falls within the IT sector, specifically electronic computer manufacturing.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $11.3M for an enterprise license agreement appears to be within a reasonable range for such software, though specific benchmarks are unavailable without more detailed feature comparisons.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
This was awarded as a competitive delivery order, suggesting that multiple vendors were considered. However, the specific competition details and price discovery mechanisms are not fully detailed, making it difficult to assess the extent of price optimization.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential IT infrastructure. The competitive nature of the award suggests an effort to obtain value, but ongoing costs should be monitored.
Public Impact
Ensures continued access to critical data analytics and business intelligence tools for NIH. Supports research and administrative functions by providing necessary software licenses. Potential for future cost savings if competitive pressures are maintained in subsequent contract actions.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Vendor lock-in potential
- Ongoing maintenance and upgrade costs
- Reliance on a single software platform
Positive Signals
- Continued access to essential software
- Competitive award process
- Supports critical government functions
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Information Technology sector, specifically related to software licensing and electronic computer manufacturing. Spending benchmarks for enterprise software licenses can vary widely based on the vendor, scope of services, and number of users.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in this procurement. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The award was made by the Department of Health and Human Services (NIH). Oversight would typically involve contract management by NIH officials to ensure performance and adherence to terms.
Related Government Programs
- Electronic Computer Manufacturing
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- National Institutes of Health Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for vendor lock-in
- Lack of detailed competition specifics
- Ongoing software maintenance costs
- Reliance on a single vendor for critical software
Tags
electronic-computer-manufacturing, department-of-health-and-human-services, md, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $11.3 million to EXECUTIVE INFORMATION SYSTEMS, L.L.C.. CIT: EXECUTIVE INFO SYS - EXERCISE 2ND OPTION PERIOD OF SAS ENTERPRISE LICENSE AGREEMENT - FZ600260
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is EXECUTIVE INFORMATION SYSTEMS, L.L.C..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $11.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-12-19. End: 2008-12-31.
What is the total cost of ownership for this SAS Enterprise License Agreement over its full lifecycle, including maintenance and support?
The total cost of ownership is not fully captured by this single option period. It's crucial to consider the initial license fees, annual maintenance and support costs, potential upgrade expenses, and any associated training or implementation costs over the entire contract duration. Without this comprehensive view, the true financial impact on taxpayers remains partially obscured.
What are the specific risks associated with relying on Executive Information Systems, L.L.C. for this critical enterprise software?
Key risks include vendor lock-in, where switching to a different provider becomes prohibitively expensive or complex. There's also the risk of price increases in future contract renewals, potential disruptions if the vendor faces financial instability or discontinues the product, and the challenge of ensuring the software continues to meet evolving NIH needs without costly customizations.
How effectively does this SAS Enterprise License Agreement support NIH's mission and research objectives?
The SAS Enterprise License Agreement is designed to provide advanced analytics and data management capabilities, which are crucial for NIH's research and public health initiatives. Its effectiveness hinges on the software's ability to handle large datasets, support complex statistical analyses, and integrate with other research tools. User adoption and the availability of skilled personnel to leverage the software's full potential are also key effectiveness factors.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing › Electronic Computer Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT (INCLD FIRMWARE) SOFTWARE,SUPPLIES& SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: OTHER (NONE OF THE ABOVE) (3)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 6901 ROCKLEDGE DR STE 600, BETHESDA, MD, 08
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $11,292,199
Exercised Options: $11,292,199
Current Obligation: $11,292,199
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS35F0170K
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-12-19
Current End Date: 2008-12-31
Potential End Date: 2008-12-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2009-05-15
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