DHS awards $21.8M for security equipment maintenance to Leidos
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $21,836,095 ($21.8M)
Contractor: Leidos Security Detection & Automation, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2006-10-18
End Date: 2007-03-10
Contract Duration: 143 days
Daily Burn Rate: $152.7K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: OTHER (NONE OF THE ABOVE)
Sector: Other
Official Description: L-3- MAINTENANCE TO MARCH 10, 2007 PURCHASE THE PREVENTATIVE AND CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE FOR EXAMINER 6000 EDS, LINESCAN 110, AND LINESCAN 208.
Place of Performance
Location: SAINT PETERSBURG, PINELLAS County, FLORIDA, 33702
State: Florida Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $21.8 million to LEIDOS SECURITY DETECTION & AUTOMATION, INC. for work described as: L-3- MAINTENANCE TO MARCH 10, 2007 PURCHASE THE PREVENTATIVE AND CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE FOR EXAMINER 6000 EDS, LINESCAN 110, AND LINESCAN 208. Key points: 1. Contract awarded for preventative and corrective maintenance of specific security equipment. 2. Leidos Security Detection & Automation, Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. The contract duration is 143 days. 4. Spending is categorized under Engineering Services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $21.8M for a 143-day maintenance period appears high. Benchmarking against similar maintenance contracts for specialized security equipment is difficult without more data, but the per-unit cost is not readily calculable.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs for taxpayers as competitive pressures are absent.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition may result in the government paying a premium for these maintenance services, impacting taxpayer value.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operation of critical security screening equipment at airports. Supports national security by maintaining advanced threat detection systems. Impacts traveler experience through reliable baggage and passenger screening.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- Potentially high cost for short duration
Positive Signals
- Essential maintenance for critical infrastructure
- Awarded to a known entity in the security sector
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Engineering Services, specifically related to security detection and automation equipment. Spending in this sub-sector can vary widely based on technological advancements and security needs.
Small Business Impact
The awardee, Leidos Security Detection & Automation, Inc., is a large business. There is no indication of small business participation in this specific contract.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded via a sole-source justification, which warrants scrutiny to ensure no competitive alternatives were overlooked. Oversight should focus on the necessity of sole-source procurement and the reasonableness of the price.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Transportation Security Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition
- High daily maintenance cost
- Short contract duration may indicate a gap-filling measure
- Lack of transparency in pricing justification
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-homeland-security, fl, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $21.8 million to LEIDOS SECURITY DETECTION & AUTOMATION, INC.. L-3- MAINTENANCE TO MARCH 10, 2007 PURCHASE THE PREVENTATIVE AND CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE FOR EXAMINER 6000 EDS, LINESCAN 110, AND LINESCAN 208.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LEIDOS SECURITY DETECTION & AUTOMATION, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Transportation Security Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $21.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-10-18. End: 2007-03-10.
What was the justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis?
The provided data indicates the contract was 'NOT COMPETED'. A sole-source award typically requires a justification, such as the unique capabilities of the contractor, the urgency of the need, or the unavailability of other sources. Without this specific justification, it's difficult to assess if this was the most appropriate procurement method.
How does the cost per day for this maintenance compare to industry benchmarks?
The total contract value is $21.8M over 143 days, equating to approximately $152,700 per day. Benchmarking this against similar maintenance contracts for specialized security equipment like the Examiner 6000 EDS is challenging without access to proprietary pricing data or broader industry cost analyses for such niche services.
What is the long-term strategy for maintaining this security equipment to ensure cost-effectiveness?
The short duration (143 days) and sole-source nature of this contract raise questions about the long-term strategy. A more competitive and potentially longer-term approach to maintenance could yield better cost-effectiveness and ensure sustained operational readiness of the security equipment.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: QUALITY CONTROL, TEST, INSPECTION › OTHER QUALITY, TEST, INSPECT SVCS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: OTHER (NONE OF THE ABOVE) (3)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, SAINT PETERSBURG, FL, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $21,836,095
Exercised Options: $21,836,095
Current Obligation: $21,836,095
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HSTS0405DDEP009
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-10-18
Current End Date: 2007-03-10
Potential End Date: 2007-03-10 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2010-03-22
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