DHS awards $226.6M for USCIS TOMIS IT services to General Dynamics
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $226,579,309 ($226.6M)
Contractor: General Dynamics ONE Source LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2007-06-21
End Date: 2013-06-27
Contract Duration: 2,198 days
Daily Burn Rate: $103.1K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: IT
Official Description: USCIS TOMIS
Place of Performance
Location: FAIRFAX, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22030
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $226.6 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS ONE SOURCE LLC for work described as: USCIS TOMIS Key points: 1. Significant contract value of $226.6 million over six years. 2. Competition was competitive, indicating potential for good pricing. 3. Risk is moderate due to long duration and IT service nature. 4. IT sector spending is substantial, with this contract being a notable portion.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $226.6 million over six years suggests a substantial investment. Benchmarking against similar IT facilities management contracts would be necessary for a precise pricing assessment, but the competitive award indicates a reasonable price discovery process.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Awarded via a competitive delivery order, this indicates a robust competition process. The use of Time and Materials pricing may introduce some cost variability, but the competitive nature of the award likely mitigated excessive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers benefit from a competitive award process that aims to secure services at a reasonable cost for a critical IT function.
Public Impact
Ensures continuity of essential IT infrastructure for USCIS operations. Supports the processing of immigration applications and services. Impacts the efficiency and reliability of government IT systems.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Long contract duration (6 years) can lead to scope creep or price escalation.
- Time and Materials pricing can be less predictable than fixed-price contracts.
- Reliance on a single vendor for critical IT facilities management.
Positive Signals
- Awarded competitively, suggesting fair market pricing.
- Supports a critical government function (USCIS operations).
- Established vendor with a track record.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT sector, specifically computer facilities management. IT spending is a significant portion of federal budgets, and contracts of this size are common for maintaining complex systems and infrastructure.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses. Federal policy aims to ensure small business participation, and the absence here warrants review to ensure opportunities were not overlooked.
Oversight & Accountability
The competitive delivery order process suggests some level of oversight. However, the long duration and T&M pricing necessitate ongoing monitoring to ensure performance and cost control.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Facilities Management Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials pricing.
- Long contract duration may lead to vendor lock-in or reduced flexibility.
- Lack of small business participation.
- Dependence on a single vendor for critical IT infrastructure.
Tags
computer-facilities-management-services, department-of-homeland-security, va, delivery-order, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $226.6 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS ONE SOURCE LLC. USCIS TOMIS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GENERAL DYNAMICS ONE SOURCE LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $226.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-06-21. End: 2013-06-27.
What specific IT facilities management services are included, and how do they align with USCIS's current and future needs?
The contract covers computer facilities management services, likely encompassing maintenance, operations, and support for USCIS's IT infrastructure. A detailed review of the Statement of Work (SOW) is needed to confirm alignment with evolving technological requirements and agency mission objectives, ensuring the services remain relevant and effective throughout the contract's duration.
How effectively was the Time and Materials pricing structure managed to control costs over the six-year period?
While competitive, T&M pricing inherently carries risk of cost overruns. Effective management would involve rigorous oversight of labor hours, material costs, and task completion. Regular audits and performance reviews by the contracting officer are crucial to ensure that costs remain reasonable and directly tied to necessary services rendered.
What mechanisms were in place to ensure the contractor maintained high performance standards for critical IT services?
Performance standards are typically outlined in the SOW and contract clauses. For critical IT services, robust performance metrics, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and regular performance evaluations are essential. The government's ability to monitor these metrics and enforce penalties for non-performance is key to ensuring service quality.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Facilities Management Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: General Dynamics Corp (UEI: 001381284)
Address: 77 A STREET, NEEDHAM, MA, 02494
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $252,495,368
Exercised Options: $226,579,309
Current Obligation: $226,579,309
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HSHQDC06D00024
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-06-21
Current End Date: 2013-06-27
Potential End Date: 2013-06-27 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2018-03-21
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