DHS awards $33.6M Task Order to Lockheed Martin for Threat Mitigation Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $33,601,884 ($33.6M)
Contractor: Lockheed Martin Services, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2014-09-20
End Date: 2016-03-03
Contract Duration: 530 days
Daily Burn Rate: $63.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: TASK ORDER 26 UNDER IDIQ HSTS01-09-D-OSO900, FOR THREAT MITIGATION, ENGINEERING, AND IMAGE SERVICES (TMEI). "IGF::CT::IGF "
Place of Performance
Location: GAITHERSBURG, MONTGOMERY County, MARYLAND, 20879
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $33.6 million to LOCKHEED MARTIN SERVICES, LLC for work described as: TASK ORDER 26 UNDER IDIQ HSTS01-09-D-OSO900, FOR THREAT MITIGATION, ENGINEERING, AND IMAGE SERVICES (TMEI). "IGF::CT::IGF " Key points: 1. This task order, valued at $33.6 million, was awarded to Lockheed Martin Services, LLC. 2. The contract falls under the HSTS01-09-D-OSO900 IDIQ for Threat Mitigation, Engineering, and Image Services (TMEI). 3. Awarded by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), it aims to provide critical threat mitigation and engineering support. 4. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 611710 suggests a focus on educational support services, which may require further clarification in the context of threat mitigation.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's pricing is difficult to assess without detailed breakdowns or benchmarks for similar threat mitigation and engineering services. The firm-fixed-price structure provides cost certainty but requires careful initial negotiation.
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 is generally expected to yield fair market prices, though specific price discovery details are not provided.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition suggests efforts to secure value for taxpayer dollars, but the ultimate impact depends on the effectiveness of the bidding process and the final negotiated price.
Public Impact
Enhances national security through threat mitigation and engineering services for the TSA. Supports critical infrastructure protection and passenger safety initiatives. Potential for technological advancements in image services and threat detection.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- NAICS code mismatch with service description.
- Limited transparency on specific deliverables and performance metrics.
- Potential for cost overruns if scope is not tightly managed.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Firm-fixed-price contract provides cost predictability.
- Supports a critical government agency (DHS/TSA).
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the broader category of professional, scientific, and technical services. Benchmarks for similar threat mitigation and engineering contracts are highly variable and depend on specific technical requirements and security clearances.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this specific award (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities were made available to small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The award is a task order under an existing IDIQ, suggesting some level of pre-qualification and oversight. However, detailed oversight mechanisms for this specific task order are not provided in the data.
Related Government Programs
- Educational Support Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Transportation Security Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential NAICS code misclassification.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Limited information on specific deliverables.
- No indication of small business subcontracting.
Tags
educational-support-services, department-of-homeland-security, md, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $33.6 million to LOCKHEED MARTIN SERVICES, LLC. TASK ORDER 26 UNDER IDIQ HSTS01-09-D-OSO900, FOR THREAT MITIGATION, ENGINEERING, AND IMAGE SERVICES (TMEI). "IGF::CT::IGF "
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LOCKHEED MARTIN SERVICES, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Transportation Security Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $33.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2014-09-20. End: 2016-03-03.
How does the NAICS code 611710 (Educational Support Services) align with the stated purpose of Threat Mitigation, Engineering, and Image Services (TMEIS)?
The alignment between NAICS code 611710 and the TMEIS services is unclear. Typically, threat mitigation and engineering fall under different categories like defense, security, or scientific research. Educational support services usually relate to training or academic administration. This discrepancy warrants further investigation to ensure the contract is appropriately classified and that services rendered align with the intended purpose.
What specific threat mitigation and engineering capabilities does Lockheed Martin provide under this task order, and how are they measured for effectiveness?
The provided data lacks specifics on the exact threat mitigation and engineering capabilities being procured. Effectiveness is typically measured through performance metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), and deliverables outlined in the task order's statement of work. Without these details, it's difficult to assess the value and impact of the services rendered beyond the contract's existence.
Given the firm-fixed-price contract type, what mechanisms are in place to ensure the $33.6 million award represents a fair price for the services rendered?
A firm-fixed-price contract aims to establish a set price before work begins, providing cost certainty. Fair pricing is typically ensured through the competitive bidding process under full and open competition, where multiple vendors propose solutions and prices. However, the effectiveness of this price discovery relies on the thoroughness of the solicitation, the quality of proposals received, and the government's negotiation strategy.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Educational Services › Educational Support Services › Educational Support Services
Product/Service Code: EDUCATION AND TRAINING › EDUCATION AND TRAINING SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Lockheed Martin Corp (UEI: 834951691)
Address: 700 N FREDERICK AVE, GAITHERSBURG, MD, 20879
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $43,962,818
Exercised Options: $33,601,884
Current Obligation: $33,601,884
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HSTS0109DOSO900
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2014-09-20
Current End Date: 2016-03-03
Potential End Date: 2016-03-03 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2019-05-13
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