Marine Corps IT Systems Support Contract Awarded to 22nd Century Technologies for $27.9M

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $27,935,735 ($27.9M)

Contractor: 22ND Century Technologies, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2016-03-28

End Date: 2021-07-19

Contract Duration: 1,939 days

Daily Burn Rate: $14.4K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 10

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE

Sector: IT

Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF THE FSB MISSION IS TO PROVIDE APPLICATION MIGRATION, SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT, MAINTENANCE, AND SYSTEM SUPPORT FOR INSTALLATIONS, FACILITIES, AND ENVIRONMENT (IF&E) INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) SYSTEMS USED WITHIN MARINE CORPS INSTALLATIONS COMMAND (MCICOM), ACCORDING TO DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD), UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS (USMC), AND AGENCY GUIDELINES. FUNCTIONS WITHIN FSB INCLUDE OVERSIGHT OF ALL PHASES OF APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT FOR INTERNALLY DEVELOPED (AS WELL AS SOME SUSTAINED) SYSTEMS.

Place of Performance

Location: KANSAS CITY, JACKSON County, MISSOURI, 64131

State: Missouri Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $27.9 million to 22ND CENTURY TECHNOLOGIES, INC. for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF THE FSB MISSION IS TO PROVIDE APPLICATION MIGRATION, SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT, MAINTENANCE, AND SYSTEM SUPPORT FOR INSTALLATIONS, FACILITIES, AND ENVIRONMENT (IF&E) INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) SYSTEMS USED WITHIN MARINE CORPS INSTALLATIONS COMMAND (MCICOM), ACCORDING TO … Key points: 1. The contract supports critical IT systems for Marine Corps Installations Command (MCICOM). 2. 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. is the prime contractor. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition. 4. This is a delivery order under a larger contract. 5. The period of performance spans from March 2016 to July 2021.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The total award amount is substantial, but without specific performance metrics or benchmarks, assessing value is difficult.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better pricing for the government.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award is positive for taxpayers, as it likely resulted in a more favorable price than a sole-source procurement.

Public Impact

Ensures continued IT support for essential Marine Corps installations and facilities. Supports application migration, development, maintenance, and system support. Impacts personnel relying on these IT systems for daily operations. Contributes to the modernization and sustainment of military IT infrastructure.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Positive Signals

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector, specifically supporting IT infrastructure for military installations. Benchmarks for similar IT support contracts vary widely based on scope and complexity, but $27.9M over nearly five years suggests a significant undertaking.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this specific award (ss: false, sb: false). This suggests that the prime contractor is likely a large business, and there may be missed opportunities for small business subcontracting.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract is a delivery order, implying it is part of a larger indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract. Oversight would typically be managed by the issuing agency (Department of the Navy) to ensure adherence to terms and performance standards.

Related Government Programs

Risk Flags

Tags

engineering-services, department-of-defense, mo, delivery-order, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $27.9 million to 22ND CENTURY TECHNOLOGIES, INC.. IGF::OT::IGF THE FSB MISSION IS TO PROVIDE APPLICATION MIGRATION, SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT, MAINTENANCE, AND SYSTEM SUPPORT FOR INSTALLATIONS, FACILITIES, AND ENVIRONMENT (IF&E) INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) SYSTEMS USED WITHIN MARINE CORPS INSTALLATIONS COMMAND (MCICOM), ACCORDING TO DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD), UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS (USMC), AND AGENCY GUIDELINES. FUNCTIONS WITHIN FSB INCLUDE OVERSIGHT OF ALL PHASES OF APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT FOR INTERNALLY DEVELOPED (AS WELL AS SOME SUSTAINED)

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is 22ND CENTURY TECHNOLOGIES, INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Navy).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $27.9 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2016-03-28. End: 2021-07-19.

What was the specific fixed fee amount and how was it determined during the negotiation process?

The specific fixed fee amount is not detailed in the provided data. In a Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract, the fixed fee is negotiated separately from the estimated costs. It represents the contractor's profit. The determination typically involves factors like the complexity of the work, the level of risk involved, and market rates for similar services. Without further documentation, it's impossible to ascertain the exact fee or its justification.

What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the success and effectiveness of the IT services provided under this contract?

The provided data does not specify the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for this contract. Effective oversight would require clearly defined KPIs related to system uptime, response times for maintenance, successful application migration rates, and user satisfaction. The absence of this information makes it difficult to objectively assess the contractor's performance and the overall effectiveness of the IT support.

How does the cost of this contract compare to industry benchmarks for similar IT support services for large government organizations?

Comparing this $27.9M contract to industry benchmarks is challenging without detailed scope and service level agreements. However, for a five-year period supporting critical IT infrastructure for a major military command, the cost appears within a plausible range, especially considering the specialized nature of defense IT. The full and open competition suggests a degree of market validation, but a detailed cost-benefit analysis against comparable private sector contracts would be needed for a definitive assessment.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesArchitectural, Engineering, and Related ServicesEngineering Services

Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONSADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Solicitation ID: N0002415R3162

Offers Received: 10

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: 22ND Century Technologies Inc.

Address: 8251 GREENSBORO DR STE 900, MCLEAN, VA, 22102

Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Minority Owned Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations, Indian (Subcontinent) American Owned Business, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $37,788,058

Exercised Options: $31,505,326

Current Obligation: $27,935,735

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: N0017811D6410

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline

Start Date: 2016-03-28

Current End Date: 2021-07-19

Potential End Date: 2021-07-19 00:00:00

Last Modified: 2024-06-25

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