DHS awards $12.9M for Custom Computer Programming Services to Datatrac Information Services, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $12,924,713 ($12.9M)
Contractor: Datatrac Information Services, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2008-08-12
End Date: 2009-06-18
Contract Duration: 310 days
Daily Burn Rate: $41.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: NOT REPORTED
Sector: IT
Official Description: OPTION YEAR
Place of Performance
Location: FALLS CHURCH, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22042
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $12.9 million to DATATRAC INFORMATION SERVICES, INC. for work described as: OPTION YEAR Key points: 1. The contract value is $12.9 million. 2. The award was made under full and open competition. 3. The contract is for custom computer programming services. 4. The period of performance is 310 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $12.9 million for 310 days of service appears reasonable for custom computer programming. Benchmarking against similar contracts for specialized IT services is necessary for a definitive assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and ensures fair market value.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used efficiently through a competitive procurement process for essential IT services.
Public Impact
Citizenship and immigration services will benefit from enhanced custom computer programming. The Department of Homeland Security leverages technology to improve operational efficiency. This contract supports the development of critical IT infrastructure within USCIS.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Potential for scope creep in custom programming.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports critical government functions.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically custom computer programming. Spending in this sector is substantial across federal agencies, with significant variation based on agency needs and project complexity.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses had an opportunity to compete or if set-aside goals were met.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Homeland Security, which has established oversight mechanisms. However, the specific oversight for this BPA call requires further investigation.
Related Government Programs
- Custom Computer Programming Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited scope definition in provided data.
- No indication of small business participation.
- Potential for cost overruns in custom development.
- Contract duration is relatively short for complex programming.
Tags
custom-computer-programming-services, department-of-homeland-security, va, bpa, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $12.9 million to DATATRAC INFORMATION SERVICES, INC.. OPTION YEAR
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is DATATRAC INFORMATION SERVICES, INC..
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 $12.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-08-12. End: 2009-06-18.
What specific custom computer programming services were rendered, and how do they align with USCIS's mission objectives?
The contract specifies 'Custom Computer Programming Services' (NAICS 541511). While the exact services are not detailed in the provided data, they likely involve software development, system integration, or application maintenance to support USCIS's immigration processing and management functions. The alignment with mission objectives would depend on the specific projects undertaken under this BPA call.
What were the key evaluation criteria used during the full and open competition, and how did Datatrac Information Services, Inc. meet them?
The provided data does not detail the evaluation criteria for this specific BPA call. Typically, full and open competition involves evaluating factors such as technical approach, past performance, price, and small business participation. Datatrac's successful bid implies they met or exceeded the agency's requirements across these criteria.
How does the $12.9 million award compare to similar custom programming contracts awarded by DHS or other agencies for comparable services?
Without specific details on the scope and duration of services, a direct comparison is challenging. However, $12.9 million for approximately 10 months of custom programming suggests a significant project. Benchmarking against contracts for similar complexity and duration within the federal IT landscape would be necessary to assess cost-effectiveness.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Custom Computer Programming Services
Product/Service Code: BOOKS, MAPS, OTHER PUBLICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Pricing Type: NOT REPORTED (NO)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Computer Sciences Corporation (UEI: 009581091)
Address: 2140 LAKE PARK BLVD # 113, RICHARDSON, TX, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business, Woman Owned Business
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HSSCCG05A0050
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-08-12
Current End Date: 2009-06-18
Last Modified: 2014-05-02
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