NASA's Shared Services Center Consolidation Contract Valued at $143M, Awarded to CSRA LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $143,087,950 ($143.1M)
Contractor: Csra LLC
Awarding Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Start Date: 2005-05-17
End Date: 2015-09-30
Contract Duration: 3,788 days
Daily Burn Rate: $37.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: THE NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER WILL CONSOLIDATE SELECT BUSINESS AND TECHNICAL SERVICES THAT ARE CURRENTLY PERFORMED ACROSS THE AGNECY INTO A SINGLE SHARES SERVICES LOCATION.
Place of Performance
Location: STENNIS SPACE CENTER, HANCOCK County, MISSISSIPPI, 39529
Plain-Language Summary
National Aeronautics and Space Administration obligated $143.1 million to CSRA LLC for work described as: THE NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER WILL CONSOLIDATE SELECT BUSINESS AND TECHNICAL SERVICES THAT ARE CURRENTLY PERFORMED ACROSS THE AGNECY INTO A SINGLE SHARES SERVICES LOCATION. Key points: 1. The contract aims to consolidate business and technical services for NASA, potentially improving efficiency. 2. CSRA LLC, the incumbent contractor, secured this award, indicating a continuation of existing services. 3. The contract's value of $143M represents a significant investment in shared services infrastructure. 4. The sector is primarily administrative services, supporting broader agency operations.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract's Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) structure incentivizes performance. Benchmarking against similar large-scale service consolidation contracts is difficult without more granular cost data, but the overall value appears reasonable for the scope.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. This method is generally favorable for achieving competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Consolidating services could lead to cost savings for taxpayers through economies of scale and reduced duplication of efforts across NASA.
Public Impact
Streamlined administrative and technical support for NASA personnel. Potential for improved service delivery and reduced operational costs for the agency. Centralized services may enhance data security and compliance across NASA's operations.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for vendor lock-in if transition is complex.
- Risk of service disruption during consolidation phase.
Positive Signals
- Clear consolidation objective.
- Incumbent contractor likely brings institutional knowledge.
- Full and open competition promotes value.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the administrative services sector, supporting the operational backbone of a major federal agency. Spending benchmarks for IT and business process consolidation contracts of this scale can vary widely based on scope and complexity.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small businesses were not directly involved in this prime contract award. Opportunities for small businesses may exist further down the subcontracting chain, but this is not explicitly stated.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract's duration and value suggest a need for robust oversight to ensure performance objectives are met and costs remain controlled. NASA's internal oversight mechanisms will be critical.
Related Government Programs
- Office Administrative Services
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Contracting
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for service disruption during transition.
- Complexity of consolidating diverse agency services.
- Reliance on a single contractor for critical functions.
- Ensuring continued innovation and service improvement over contract duration.
Tags
office-administrative-services, national-aeronautics-and-space-administr, ms, dca, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration awarded $143.1 million to CSRA LLC. THE NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER WILL CONSOLIDATE SELECT BUSINESS AND TECHNICAL SERVICES THAT ARE CURRENTLY PERFORMED ACROSS THE AGNECY INTO A SINGLE SHARES SERVICES LOCATION.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CSRA LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (National Aeronautics and Space Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $143.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2005-05-17. End: 2015-09-30.
What specific metrics are used to evaluate CSRA's performance under the Cost Plus Award Fee structure, and how do these align with NASA's strategic goals for service consolidation?
Performance metrics likely focus on service level agreements (SLAs) for uptime, response times, and user satisfaction, alongside cost efficiency targets. These should directly correlate with NASA's objectives of streamlining operations, reducing redundancy, and improving the overall effectiveness of business and technical services across the agency.
What are the primary risks associated with consolidating critical business and technical services, and what mitigation strategies are in place?
Key risks include potential service disruptions during the transition, data migration issues, and resistance to change from agency personnel accustomed to decentralized services. Mitigation strategies typically involve phased rollouts, comprehensive training programs, robust communication plans, and dedicated support teams to address user concerns promptly.
How will the success of this consolidation be measured in terms of tangible cost savings and improved service quality for NASA?
Success will be measured through a combination of quantitative and qualitative indicators. Quantitative measures include tracking reductions in duplicated service costs, improved processing times for key functions, and reduced IT infrastructure footprint. Qualitative measures will involve user satisfaction surveys and feedback on the responsiveness and effectiveness of the consolidated services.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Office Administrative Services › Office Administrative Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE (R)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Computer Sciences Corporation (UEI: 009581091)
Address: 7700 HUBBLE DR, LANHAM SEABROOK, MD, 04
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $144,828,152
Exercised Options: $144,828,152
Current Obligation: $143,087,950
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Timeline
Start Date: 2005-05-17
Current End Date: 2015-09-30
Potential End Date: 2015-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2012-11-02
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