DoD's Army Awards $9.6M Custom Software Services IDIQ to Agile Decision Sciences, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $9,618,151 ($9.6M)
Contractor: Agile Decision Sciences, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2025-09-12
End Date: 2026-09-11
Contract Duration: 364 days
Daily Burn Rate: $26.4K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: IT
Official Description: SOFTWARE ENGINEERING CENTER (SEC) CENTERWIDE IDIQ FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE (SETA) - TASK ORDER FOR TYAD, SERVICES, AND RDIT
Place of Performance
Location: HUNTSVILLE, MADISON County, ALABAMA, 35806
State: Alabama Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $9.6 million to AGILE DECISION SCIENCES, LLC for work described as: SOFTWARE ENGINEERING CENTER (SEC) CENTERWIDE IDIQ FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE (SETA) - TASK ORDER FOR TYAD, SERVICES, AND RDIT Key points: 1. Contract awarded for software engineering technical assistance, services, and RDIT. 2. AGILE DECISION SCIENCES, LLC is the sole awardee. 3. The contract has a duration of 364 days. 4. The primary NAICS code is 541511 for Custom Computer Programming Services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The total award amount is $9,618,151.48.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This contract was not available for competition, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs for taxpayers.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition for this sole-source contract may result in a less favorable price for taxpayers compared to a competitive procurement.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may not receive the best value due to the sole-source nature of the award. The Department of the Army is procuring essential software engineering services. The contract supports TYAD, services, and RDIT, indicating critical operational needs. The duration of the contract is one year, with potential for follow-on work.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition and price discovery.
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type carries inherent cost overrun risk.
Positive Signals
- Supports critical Army IT and software engineering needs.
- Clear task order for specific services and RDIT.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT sector, specifically custom computer programming services. The award amount of $9.6 million is moderate for a one-year IT services contract, but the lack of competition is a concern.
Small Business Impact
The awardee, AGILE DECISION SCIENCES, LLC, is not identified as a small business in the provided data. Therefore, this contract does not appear to directly benefit small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is a task order under an IDIQ, suggesting it may have undergone some level of pre-competition or framework agreement oversight. However, the specific task order being sole-source warrants further scrutiny.
Related Government Programs
- Custom Computer Programming Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type
- Lack of small business participation
Tags
custom-computer-programming-services, department-of-defense, al, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $9.6 million to AGILE DECISION SCIENCES, LLC. SOFTWARE ENGINEERING CENTER (SEC) CENTERWIDE IDIQ FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE (SETA) - TASK ORDER FOR TYAD, SERVICES, AND RDIT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is AGILE DECISION SCIENCES, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $9.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-09-12. End: 2026-09-11.
What was the justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis?
The justification for a sole-source award typically involves unique capabilities, urgent needs, or a lack of available sources. Without further documentation, it's difficult to assess the validity of this determination. Agencies must provide detailed justifications for sole-source procurements to ensure fair and efficient use of taxpayer funds.
What are the specific risks associated with the Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type in this context?
Cost Plus Fixed Fee contracts carry the risk that the contractor may not adequately control costs, as the government ultimately pays the allowable costs plus a fixed fee. This can lead to higher overall spending than anticipated if the contractor's cost management is poor or if the initial cost estimates were inaccurate.
How will the effectiveness of the software engineering services be measured and ensured?
Effectiveness is typically measured through performance metrics outlined in the contract's Statement of Work (SOW) and Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP). The government contracting officer's representative (COR) is responsible for monitoring contractor performance against these metrics and ensuring deliverables meet requirements.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Custom Computer Programming Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 350 VOYAGER WAY, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35806
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $11,881,082
Exercised Options: $11,881,082
Current Obligation: $9,618,151
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W56JSR22D0005
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-09-12
Current End Date: 2026-09-11
Potential End Date: 2026-09-11 12:09:00
Last Modified: 2026-01-09
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