DHS TSA Awards $28.5M for IT and Intelligence Support to Panum Telecom

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $28,477,419 ($28.5M)

Contractor: Panum Telecom, L.L.C.

Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security

Start Date: 2017-03-21

End Date: 2022-04-30

Contract Duration: 1,866 days

Daily Burn Rate: $15.3K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Number of Offers Received: 6

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: IT

Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF PROGRAM OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT SUPPORT FOR THE OFFICE OF INTELLIGENCE AND ANALYSIS AND THE OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Place of Performance

Location: SPRINGFIELD, ACCOMACK County, VIRGINIA, 20598

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Homeland Security obligated $28.5 million to PANUM TELECOM, L.L.C. for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF PROGRAM OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT SUPPORT FOR THE OFFICE OF INTELLIGENCE AND ANALYSIS AND THE OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Panum Telecom, L.L.C. for program operations and management support. 2. Services cover the Office of Intelligence and Analysis and the Office of Information Technology. 3. The contract spans over 5 years, from March 2017 to April 2022. 4. The total award value is approximately $28.5 million. 5. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price, indicating predictable costs.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The $28.5 million award over 5 years suggests a reasonable annual spend of $5.7 million. This appears to be in line with typical IT and intelligence support contracts for federal agencies of this size.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: limited

The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES'. This suggests that while competition was intended, specific circumstances led to excluding some potential bidders, which could impact price discovery.

Taxpayer Impact: The firm fixed price contract type helps control costs for taxpayers, but the limited competition aspect warrants scrutiny to ensure value for money.

Public Impact

Ensures continuity of critical IT and intelligence operations within DHS. Supports national security through intelligence analysis and IT infrastructure. Provides essential services to the Transportation Security Administration. The long-term nature of the contract offers stability for service delivery.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Limited competition may have impacted price.
Contract duration is significant, requiring ongoing oversight.
Specific details on service delivery metrics are not provided.

Positive Signals

Firm Fixed Price contract type offers cost certainty.
Supports critical intelligence and IT functions.
Long contract duration ensures stable service.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the IT and professional services sector, specifically engineering services (NAICS 541330). Spending in this area is substantial across the federal government, supporting agency operations and technological advancements.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates the award was not set-aside for small businesses (SB: false). This suggests larger businesses were likely the primary competitors or recipients of this contract.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) under the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Oversight would typically involve contract management teams within TSA ensuring Panum Telecom meets performance requirements and reporting obligations.

Related Government Programs

Engineering Services
Department of Homeland Security Contracting
Transportation Security Administration Programs

Risk Flags

Limited competition raises concerns about potential overpricing.
Lack of small business set-aside.
Contract duration requires sustained oversight.
Specific performance metrics are not detailed in the provided data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Homeland Security awarded $28.5 million to PANUM TELECOM, L.L.C.. IGF::OT::IGF PROGRAM OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT SUPPORT FOR THE OFFICE OF INTELLIGENCE AND ANALYSIS AND THE OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is PANUM TELECOM, L.L.C..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Transportation Security Administration).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $28.5 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2017-03-21. End: 2022-04-30.

What specific IT and intelligence operations are covered by this contract, and how do they align with agency priorities?

The contract supports the Office of Intelligence and Analysis and the Office of Information Technology. This likely includes a range of services such as IT infrastructure management, cybersecurity, data analysis, intelligence gathering support, and operational planning. Alignment with agency priorities would be assessed by reviewing DHS and TSA strategic plans for IT modernization and intelligence capabilities.

What was the rationale for excluding sources in the full and open competition, and did it lead to a higher price?

The rationale for excluding sources under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES' needs further investigation. Typically, this occurs when only a limited number of contractors possess the required specialized capabilities or when specific security clearances are mandated. Without detailed justification, it's difficult to definitively state if this impacted the price, though limited competition often correlates with higher costs.

How effectively has Panum Telecom, L.L.C. performed in delivering the contracted IT and intelligence support services over the contract period?

Assessing performance effectiveness requires reviewing contract performance reports, user feedback from the Office of Intelligence and Analysis and the Office of Information Technology, and any documented issues or successes. Without access to these internal assessments, it's impossible to provide a definitive evaluation of Panum Telecom's performance quality and impact on agency operations.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services

Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 6

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 7315 WISCONSIN AVE STE 500W, BETHESDA, MD, 20814

Business Categories: Category Business, Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Indian (Subcontinent) American Owned Business, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $34,720,018

Exercised Options: $28,477,993

Current Obligation: $28,477,419

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GS00Q14OADS132

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline