DoD awards $23.2M for DHSS App Support to Vangent, Inc. under full and open competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $23,204,715 ($23.2M)
Contractor: Vangent, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2011-04-15
End Date: 2015-08-03
Contract Duration: 1,571 days
Daily Burn Rate: $14.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: IT
Official Description: BASE PERIOD DHSS APP SUPPORT
Place of Performance
Location: FALLS CHURCH, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22041
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $23.2 million to VANGENT, INC. for work described as: BASE PERIOD DHSS APP SUPPORT Key points: 1. Contract awarded for computer systems design services. 2. Vangent, Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition. 4. The contract duration is 1571 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract was awarded on a Time and Materials basis, which can lead to higher costs if not managed carefully. The total award value is $23.2M over approximately 4.3 years.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the Time and Materials pricing structure may limit price discovery and cost control.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers benefit from a competitive award process, but the Time and Materials nature of the contract warrants close monitoring to ensure cost-effectiveness.
Public Impact
Ensures continued support for Department of Defense Health Affairs systems. Supports critical IT infrastructure for military health services. Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials contract type.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials contract type
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Established awardee with prior contract history
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Computer Systems Design Services, a significant sector within IT spending. Benchmarks for similar contracts would be needed for a precise comparison, but $23.2M over 4.3 years for application support is substantial.
Small Business Impact
The provided data does not indicate any specific set-asides for small businesses. The prime contractor, Vangent, Inc., is not identified as a small business in this context.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would focus on Vangent's adherence to contract terms, cost management under the Time and Materials structure, and the effectiveness of the DHSS application support provided.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Systems Design Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials contract.
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.
- Limited insight into the specific services provided beyond 'Computer Systems Design Services'.
- The contract spans a significant duration, increasing the risk of technology obsolescence or changing requirements.
Tags
computer-systems-design-services, department-of-defense, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $23.2 million to VANGENT, INC.. BASE PERIOD DHSS APP SUPPORT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is VANGENT, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $23.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-04-15. End: 2015-08-03.
What is the typical cost range for similar DHSS application support contracts awarded through full and open competition?
Determining the typical cost range requires access to a broader dataset of comparable contracts. Factors like system complexity, user base, and required service levels significantly influence pricing. Without these details, a precise benchmark is difficult, but $5.4M annually for system support is within a plausible range for complex government applications.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract, and how is Vangent's performance being measured?
The provided data does not specify the key performance indicators (KPIs) or the metrics used to measure Vangent's performance. Effective oversight necessitates clearly defined KPIs related to application uptime, response times, issue resolution rates, and user satisfaction to ensure the contractor is meeting its obligations.
How does the Time and Materials contract structure impact the government's ability to control costs and ensure value for money?
Time and Materials (T&M) contracts can make cost control challenging as the government pays for direct labor hours and associated costs. While offering flexibility, T&M contracts require robust government oversight to prevent scope creep and ensure efficient resource utilization. Without a ceiling price or strong management, costs can escalate beyond initial estimates.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Systems Design 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: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: General Dynamics Corp (UEI: 001381284)
Address: 3211 JERMANTOWN RD, FAIRFAX, VA, 22030
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $25,408,320
Exercised Options: $23,204,715
Current Obligation: $23,204,715
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 3
Total Subaward Amount: $964,942
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS35F0304M
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-04-15
Current End Date: 2015-08-03
Potential End Date: 2015-08-03 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2019-08-02
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