DHS Awards $23.2M for ICEPIC Software Licensing and Support to ESCGOV, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $23,229,440 ($23.2M)
Contractor: Escgov, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2009-09-25
End Date: 2014-10-31
Contract Duration: 1,862 days
Daily Burn Rate: $12.5K/day
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: IT
Official Description: ICEPIC DEVELOPMENT, SUPPORT AND LICENSING FOR IBM RELRES AND GNR SOFTWARE CONTRACT FOR BASE YEAR PLUS FOUR OPTION YEARS. NEW CONTRACT. POP 12 MONTHS FROM AWARD DATE.
Place of Performance
Location: MCLEAN, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22102
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $23.2 million to ESCGOV, INC. for work described as: ICEPIC DEVELOPMENT, SUPPORT AND LICENSING FOR IBM RELRES AND GNR SOFTWARE CONTRACT FOR BASE YEAR PLUS FOUR OPTION YEARS. NEW CONTRACT. POP 12 MONTHS FROM AWARD DATE. Key points: 1. This contract focuses on essential software licensing and support for immigration and customs enforcement. 2. The award to ESCGOV, Inc. represents a new contract for these services. 3. The duration spans one base year plus four option years, totaling 1862 days. 4. The primary service category is Office Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $23.2 million over five years averages to approximately $4.64 million annually. Benchmarking this against similar IT software licensing and support contracts is difficult without more specific service details and market data.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
The competition method is not specified, which impacts the ability to assess price discovery. If this was a sole-source or limited competition award, it may have resulted in higher costs than a full and open competition.
Taxpayer Impact: The total taxpayer impact is $23.2 million, allocated for critical software licensing and support for a key federal agency.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operation of critical ICEPIC software for immigration and customs enforcement. Supports the Department of Homeland Security's mission through technology. Potential for long-term reliance on a single vendor if competition was limited. Impacts federal IT infrastructure and operational continuity.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition details
- Potential for vendor lock-in
Positive Signals
- Supports critical agency functions
- New contract may indicate updated technology or services
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically software licensing and support. Federal spending in this area is substantial, with benchmarks varying widely based on software type, complexity, and vendor.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication in the provided data whether small businesses were involved in this contract, either as prime contractors or subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically be managed by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) contracting officers and program managers to ensure performance and adherence to contract terms.
Related Government Programs
- Office Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of transparency regarding competition.
- Potential for inflated costs due to limited competition.
- Absence of detailed service scope.
- Difficulty in validating value for money.
Tags
office-machinery-and-equipment-rental-an, department-of-homeland-security, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $23.2 million to ESCGOV, INC.. ICEPIC DEVELOPMENT, SUPPORT AND LICENSING FOR IBM RELRES AND GNR SOFTWARE CONTRACT FOR BASE YEAR PLUS FOUR OPTION YEARS. NEW CONTRACT. POP 12 MONTHS FROM AWARD DATE.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ESCGOV, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $23.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-09-25. End: 2014-10-31.
What specific ICEPIC software functionalities are being licensed and supported, and how critical are they to DHS operations?
The provided data does not detail the specific functionalities of the ICEPIC software. However, its use by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement suggests it plays a vital role in managing immigration data, case tracking, or enforcement operations. Understanding these functions is crucial for assessing the true value and necessity of this significant expenditure.
What was the rationale for the chosen procurement method, and what level of competition was pursued?
The data indicates the contract type is a 'Delivery Order' but does not specify the underlying contract vehicle or the competition strategy employed. Without this information, it's impossible to determine if the government achieved the best possible pricing and value through adequate market research and competitive bidding, or if potential cost savings were missed.
How does the per-unit cost or overall value compare to industry benchmarks for similar software licensing and support services?
Benchmarking this $23.2 million contract is challenging without knowing the specific software, number of users, service level agreements, and support tiers. General IT software licensing and support costs vary immensely. A detailed comparison would require access to proprietary market data and a deeper understanding of the service scope provided by ESCGOV, Inc.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Real Estate and Rental and Leasing › Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing › Office Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Contractor Details
Address: 8300 GREENSBORO DR. SUITE 1150, MC LEAN, VA, 22102
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $23,708,047
Exercised Options: $23,429,940
Current Obligation: $23,229,440
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS35F0363P
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-09-25
Current End Date: 2014-10-31
Potential End Date: 2015-10-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-05-21
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