DoD's $20M ONE-NET PCS Contract Awarded to Dell Federal Systems L.P. in 2009
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $20,152,983 ($20.2M)
Contractor: Dell Federal Systems L.P
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2009-07-21
End Date: 2012-11-10
Contract Duration: 1,208 days
Daily Burn Rate: $16.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: ONE-NET PCS
Place of Performance
Location: ROUND ROCK, WILLIAMSON County, TEXAS, 78682
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $20.2 million to DELL FEDERAL SYSTEMS L.P for work described as: ONE-NET PCS Key points: 1. Contract value of $20.15M over 1208 days. 2. Awarded via full and open competition. 3. No small business participation noted. 4. Sector: IT (Electronic Computer Manufacturing).
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $20.15M over approximately 3.3 years suggests a moderate annual spend. Benchmarking against similar IT hardware contracts would be necessary to fully assess pricing.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating a broad solicitation for bids. This method generally promotes price discovery and competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently by securing the best value.
Public Impact
Procurement of electronic computer manufacturing services for the Department of Defense. Contract duration of over 3 years suggests a significant operational need. Potential impact on IT infrastructure and readiness for defense operations.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of small business participation.
- Long contract duration without clear performance metrics.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Firm fixed price contract type.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT sector, specifically electronic computer manufacturing. Spending in this area for the DoD is substantial, supporting various operational and administrative functions.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates no small business participation in this contract. This could represent a missed opportunity for small business engagement and economic development.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight was provided by the Defense Contract Management Agency. The firm fixed price structure provides some cost certainty, but ongoing monitoring of performance and value is crucial.
Related Government Programs
- Electronic Computer Manufacturing
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- No small business participation.
- Limited detail on specific services procured.
- Potential for long-term IT dependency.
- Lack of post-award performance data.
Tags
electronic-computer-manufacturing, department-of-defense, tx, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $20.2 million to DELL FEDERAL SYSTEMS L.P. ONE-NET PCS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is DELL FEDERAL SYSTEMS L.P.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Contract Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $20.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-07-21. End: 2012-11-10.
What was the specific nature of the electronic computer manufacturing services procured under ONE-NET PCS?
The specific nature of the electronic computer manufacturing services procured under ONE-NET PCS is not detailed in the provided data. It could range from the assembly of custom computing hardware to the manufacturing of specialized electronic components for defense systems. Further investigation into contract line item details would be required for a precise understanding.
Were there any performance issues or contract modifications during the 1208-day period?
The provided data does not contain information on performance issues or contract modifications. While the contract was awarded with a firm fixed price, the duration suggests potential for changes or challenges. A review of contract performance reports and modification logs would be necessary to assess this aspect.
How did the final price compare to initial bids given the full and open competition?
The data indicates the contract was awarded at a specific value ($20,152,982.74) following full and open competition. Without access to the initial bids submitted by competing vendors, it's impossible to definitively state how the final price compared. However, the competitive process implies the awarded price was deemed the best value at the time.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing › Electronic Computer Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT (INCLD FIRMWARE) SOFTWARE,SUPPLIES& SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Dell Marketing L.P. (UEI: 079202985)
Address: 1 DELL WAY, ROUND ROCK, TX, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $24,226,099
Exercised Options: $20,226,099
Current Obligation: $20,152,983
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W91QUZ06D0002
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-07-21
Current End Date: 2012-11-10
Potential End Date: 2012-11-10 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2014-05-07
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