VA Awards $62.8M for HPS Clinical Application Support to Liberty IT Solutions

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $62,849,893 ($62.8M)

Contractor: Liberty IT Solutions LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs

Start Date: 2017-01-10

End Date: 2022-04-29

Contract Duration: 1,935 days

Daily Burn Rate: $32.5K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 5

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: IT

Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE T3 PRODUCT SUSTAINMENT SUPPORT TO HPS CLINICAL APPLICATIONS (REFER TO SECTION 8.5) TO ENSURE THAT SUSTAINMENT PRODUCT(S) ARE WELL-MANAGED AND MAINTAIN SUPPORT FOR THE CUSTOMER BASE. THIS SUPPORT INCLUDES COMMUNICATION, APPLICATION BASELINE CONFIGURATION, QUALITY, RISK, SCHEDULE, COST, AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND REPORTING. THIS SUPPORT INCLUDES ATTENDING APPLICATION SUSTAINMENT MEETINGS WITH HPS AND OTHER OI&T AND CUSTOMER REPRESENTATIVES, PROVIDING TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT REPORTS, SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE, AND COORDINATION TO SUPPORT INTEGRATED TROUBLE-SHOOTING, ISSUE ANALYSIS, AND SOLUTION DEVELOPMENT.

Place of Performance

Location: HERNDON, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 20171

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Veterans Affairs obligated $62.8 million to LIBERTY IT SOLUTIONS LLC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE T3 PRODUCT SUSTAINMENT SUPPORT TO HPS CLINICAL APPLICATIONS (REFER TO SECTION 8.5) TO ENSURE THAT SUSTAINMENT PRODUCT(S) ARE WELL-MANAGED AND MAINTAIN SUPPORT FOR THE CUSTOMER BASE. THIS SUPPORT INCLUDES COMMUNICATION, APPLICATION BASELIN… Key points: 1. Contract focuses on sustaining critical clinical applications for the VA. 2. Liberty IT Solutions LLC is the sole awardee for this delivery order. 3. The contract spans over 5 years, indicating a long-term need for support. 4. IT services sector, specifically computer systems design, is the primary focus.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The contract value of $62.8 million over approximately 5 years appears reasonable for comprehensive product sustainment support of complex clinical applications. Benchmarking against similar long-term IT sustainment contracts for healthcare systems would provide a more precise assessment.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. This method generally leads to better price discovery and potentially more favorable pricing for the government.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process is expected to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for essential clinical application support.

Public Impact

Ensures continued functionality and support for critical HPS clinical applications used by VA healthcare providers. Supports the management and maintenance of a large customer base relying on these applications. Contributes to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of VA healthcare delivery by ensuring stable IT systems.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Long contract duration could lead to potential cost increases if not managed effectively.
Reliance on a single vendor for critical sustainment may pose risks if performance degrades.

Positive Signals

Awarded through full and open competition, indicating a competitive process.
Focus on product sustainment suggests a commitment to maintaining existing, presumably valuable, systems.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically computer systems design. Spending in this area for government healthcare systems is substantial, driven by the need for reliable and up-to-date clinical applications.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate any specific set-asides for small businesses. The prime contractor, Liberty IT Solutions LLC, is not identified as a small business in this context, suggesting the contract was not awarded to a small business.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract includes requirements for performance management and reporting, which are key components of oversight. Further details on specific oversight mechanisms and performance metrics would be needed for a comprehensive assessment.

Related Government Programs

Computer Systems Design Services
Department of Veterans Affairs Contracting
Department of Veterans Affairs Programs

Risk Flags

Long-term reliance on a single vendor.
Potential for cost creep over the contract duration.
Complexity of clinical applications may lead to unforeseen support challenges.
Dependence on contractor's subject matter expertise.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $62.8 million to LIBERTY IT SOLUTIONS LLC. IGF::OT::IGF THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE T3 PRODUCT SUSTAINMENT SUPPORT TO HPS CLINICAL APPLICATIONS (REFER TO SECTION 8.5) TO ENSURE THAT SUSTAINMENT PRODUCT(S) ARE WELL-MANAGED AND MAINTAIN SUPPORT FOR THE CUSTOMER BASE. THIS SUPPORT INCLUDES COMMUNICATION, APPLICATION BASELINE CONFIGURATION, QUALITY, RISK, SCHEDULE, COST, AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND REPORTING. THIS SUPPORT INCLUDES ATTENDING APPLICATION SUSTAINMENT MEETINGS WITH HPS AND OTHER OI&T AND CUSTOMER REPRESENTATIVES, PROVIDING T

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is LIBERTY IT SOLUTIONS LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Veterans Affairs (Department of Veterans Affairs).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $62.8 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2017-01-10. End: 2022-04-29.

What is the specific scope of 'T3 Product Sustainment Support' and how does it align with the VA's current and future clinical application needs?

T3 Product Sustainment Support encompasses managing application baselines, quality, risk, schedule, cost, and performance, along with providing technical expertise for troubleshooting and solution development. This scope is crucial for ensuring the ongoing operational integrity and user support of the HPS clinical applications, directly aligning with the VA's need for reliable healthcare IT infrastructure to support patient care.

What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the contractor's success in providing sustainment support, and what are the implications of failing to meet these KPIs?

Key performance indicators likely include application uptime, response times for issue resolution, successful implementation of updates, and user satisfaction. Failure to meet these KPIs could result in penalties, reduced payment, or contract termination, potentially disrupting critical clinical operations and impacting patient care delivery within the VA.

How does the VA ensure that the pricing for this sustainment contract remains competitive and reflects fair market value throughout its duration?

The initial award under full and open competition suggests a competitive pricing structure at the outset. Ongoing price competitiveness can be ensured through periodic market research, review of cost proposals for any modifications, and potentially incorporating price adjustment clauses tied to market indices or performance outcomes.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Systems Design 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: 5

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Booz Allen Hamilton Inc

Address: 2303 DULLES STA BLVD STE 210, HERNDON, VA, 20171

Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $222,200,190

Exercised Options: $62,849,893

Current Obligation: $62,849,893

Subaward Activity

Number of Subawards: 9

Total Subaward Amount: $42,387,533

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: VA11816D1015

IDV Type: IDC

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