SEC Awards $27.7M for Wireless Services IAA to AT&T Mobility LLC Under GSA-FSSI
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $27,732,389 ($27.7M)
Contractor: ATT Mobility LLC
Awarding Agency: Securities and Exchange Commission
Start Date: 2014-09-10
End Date: 2023-05-20
Contract Duration: 3,174 days
Daily Burn Rate: $8.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF FOR OTHER FUNCTIONS FSSI WIRELESS TO ESTABLISH WIRELESS SERVICES IAA WITH GSA-FSSI PROJECT NAME: DATA TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: ATLANTA, FULTON County, GEORGIA, 30342
State: Georgia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Securities and Exchange Commission obligated $27.7 million to ATT MOBILITY LLC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF FOR OTHER FUNCTIONS FSSI WIRELESS TO ESTABLISH WIRELESS SERVICES IAA WITH GSA-FSSI PROJECT NAME: DATA TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES Key points: 1. Significant contract value of $27.7 million over its term. 2. AT&T Mobility LLC is the sole awardee, raising questions about competition. 3. The contract covers 'Other Computer Related Services', a broad category. 4. Long duration (3174 days) suggests a need for ongoing services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $27.7 million for wireless services over nearly 9 years appears reasonable given the scope. Benchmarking against similar large-scale wireless service contracts would provide a clearer picture of value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Although listed as 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION', the awardee is AT&T Mobility LLC. Further details are needed to understand if multiple bids were received and evaluated, or if this was a pre-competed vehicle.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential telecommunications services. The effectiveness of the competition method directly impacts the price paid by taxpayers.
Public Impact
Ensures telecommunications connectivity for SEC operations. Supports data and voice communication needs across the agency. Impacts the agency's ability to conduct business efficiently.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific details on competition effectiveness.
- Long contract duration may lead to price inflexibility.
Positive Signals
- Provides essential wireless services.
- Utilizes a government-wide contract vehicle (GSA-FSSI).
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under IT services, specifically telecommunications. Spending benchmarks for wireless services vary widely based on agency size, user count, and service level agreements. The $27.7M over 9 years suggests a substantial deployment.
Small Business Impact
The contract does not indicate any specific set-asides for small businesses. Large telecommunications contracts are often dominated by major providers, potentially limiting small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The Securities and Exchange Commission is responsible for its own contract oversight. The use of a GSA schedule (FSSI) implies some level of pre-vetting and oversight by GSA.
Related Government Programs
- Other Computer Related Services
- Securities and Exchange Commission Contracting
- Securities and Exchange Commission Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential lack of robust competition for this specific IAA.
- Long contract duration may not reflect current market pricing.
- Limited transparency on specific service offerings and pricing structure.
- No clear indication of small business participation.
Tags
other-computer-related-services, securities-and-exchange-commission, ga, bpa-call, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Securities and Exchange Commission awarded $27.7 million to ATT MOBILITY LLC. IGF::OT::IGF FOR OTHER FUNCTIONS FSSI WIRELESS TO ESTABLISH WIRELESS SERVICES IAA WITH GSA-FSSI PROJECT NAME: DATA TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ATT MOBILITY LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Securities and Exchange Commission (Securities and Exchange Commission).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $27.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2014-09-10. End: 2023-05-20.
What specific wireless services are included in this IAA, and how do they align with the SEC's mission-critical functions?
The IAA covers wireless services, likely including mobile voice and data plans, potentially mobile device management, and related support. These services are crucial for SEC staff mobility, enabling them to perform regulatory, enforcement, and administrative duties effectively, especially in field operations or during travel.
Given the 'full and open competition' designation, what was the process to ensure AT&T Mobility LLC was the best value provider?
While designated 'full and open', the specifics of the competition are unclear. It's possible this was a call against a larger GSA schedule BPA that had undergone full and open competition previously. Further documentation would be needed to confirm if multiple proposals were solicited and evaluated for this specific IAA.
How does the per-unit cost of these wireless services compare to industry benchmarks for similar government contracts?
Without detailed service breakdowns (e.g., cost per line, data allowance, features), a direct per-unit cost comparison is difficult. However, the total value of $27.7M over nearly 9 years for an agency like the SEC suggests a significant number of users or high-tier service plans. Benchmarking against other federal wireless contracts would be necessary for a definitive assessment.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Tyto Athene, LLC
Address: 5565 GLENRIDGE CONNECTOR, ATLANTA, GA, 30342
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $27,732,389
Exercised Options: $27,732,389
Current Obligation: $27,732,389
Actual Outlays: $11,286,524
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS00Q13NSA3000
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2014-09-10
Current End Date: 2023-05-20
Potential End Date: 2023-05-20 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2024-06-11
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