State Dept. Awards $39.1M for IT Management Consulting to ICF Incorporated
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $39,119,013 ($39.1M)
Contractor: ICF Incorporated, L.L.C.
Awarding Agency: Department of State
Start Date: 2015-02-09
End Date: 2018-03-22
Contract Duration: 1,137 days
Daily Burn Rate: $34.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT SUPPORT FOR IT'S PROJECT
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20250
Plain-Language Summary
Department of State obligated $39.1 million to ICF INCORPORATED, L.L.C. for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT SUPPORT FOR IT'S PROJECT Key points: 1. Contract awarded via full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 2. The contract value of $39.1M over approximately three years indicates significant investment in management consulting. 3. Focus on IT project management suggests a need for specialized expertise within the Department of State. 4. The absence of small business participation warrants further investigation into outreach efforts.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $39.1M for administrative management and general management consulting services appears substantial. Benchmarking against similar contracts for IT project management support is necessary to determine if the pricing is competitive.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which typically allows for a broad range of bidders and can lead to better price discovery. The use of delivery orders suggests flexibility in tasking and potentially phased pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being utilized for professional management support, with the expectation of efficient project execution and improved IT operations within the Department of State.
Public Impact
Supports critical IT projects within the Department of State, potentially impacting national security and diplomatic operations. The use of external consultants highlights the need for specialized skills not always available in-house. Transparency in the bidding process is crucial given the significant public funds involved.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of small business participation
- Potential for cost overruns if project scope expands without proper controls
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition
- Clear objective for IT project management support
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the professional, scientific, and technical services sector, specifically management consulting. Spending in this area often fluctuates with agency needs for specialized expertise and project management capabilities.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small businesses were not involved in this contract (sb: false). Further analysis is needed to understand if outreach efforts were made and why small businesses did not participate or were not suitable for this specific requirement.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would involve monitoring the performance of ICF Incorporated against contract deliverables and ensuring that the Department of State is receiving value for the funds expended. Regular reporting and performance reviews are key accountability mechanisms.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of State Contracting
- Department of State Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of small business participation
- Potential for scope creep without adequate controls
- Need for detailed performance metrics to assess value
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-state, dc, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of State awarded $39.1 million to ICF INCORPORATED, L.L.C.. IGF::OT::IGF PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT SUPPORT FOR IT'S PROJECT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ICF INCORPORATED, L.L.C..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of State (Department of State).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $39.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2015-02-09. End: 2018-03-22.
What specific IT projects did ICF Incorporated support, and what was the measurable impact of their management consulting services on project success and efficiency?
The provided data does not detail the specific IT projects supported or offer metrics on the impact of ICF's services. Further investigation into contract performance reports and agency assessments would be required to determine the measurable outcomes and overall value delivered by the consulting engagement.
Were there any identified risks or challenges during the contract period, and how were they mitigated by the Department of State and ICF Incorporated?
The data does not explicitly list risks or challenges encountered during the contract's performance period. A review of contract modifications, performance reviews, or agency incident reports would be necessary to identify any issues that arose and the strategies employed to address them.
How does the per-unit cost or labor hour rate for this contract compare to industry benchmarks for similar IT management consulting services?
The data does not provide specific labor hour rates or unit costs that would allow for a direct comparison to industry benchmarks. A detailed analysis of the contract's pricing structure and consultation with industry cost experts would be needed to assess its competitiveness.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: ICF International, Inc. (UEI: 139001544)
Address: 9300 LEE HWY, FAIRFAX, VA, 22031
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $39,120,758
Exercised Options: $39,120,758
Current Obligation: $39,119,013
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 53
Total Subaward Amount: $18,557,970
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS23F8182H
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2015-02-09
Current End Date: 2018-03-22
Potential End Date: 2018-03-22 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-11-25
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