DoD awards $22.5M for ADP Software, Equipment, and Training to Mythics Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $22,554,167 ($22.6M)
Contractor: Mythics, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2004-09-25
End Date: 2009-12-31
Contract Duration: 1,923 days
Daily Burn Rate: $11.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: 200412!001618!2100!W9124Q!ACA, WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE !GS35F0153M !C!N! !N!W9124Q04F2181! !20040925!20051231!013358002!013358002!013358002!N!MYTHICS INC !1439 N GREAT NECK ROAD, S!VIRGINIA BEACH !VA!23454!82000!810!51!VIRGINIA BEACH !VIRGINIA BEACH (CITY) !VIRGINIA !+000002000000!N!N!000000000000!U012!ADP SOFTWARE, EQUIPMENT, AND TELE TRAINING !C9E!ALL OTHER SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT !000 !* !423430!E! !6! ! ! ! ! !99990909!B!A!Y! ! !A! ! ! !000! ! ! ! ! ! ! !Y!B!N!N! ! ! ! ! ! !00 ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA BEACH (CITY) County, VIRGINIA, 23454, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $22.6 million to MYTHICS, LLC for work described as: 200412!001618!2100!W9124Q!ACA, WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE !GS35F0153M !C!N! !N!W9124Q04F2181! !20040925!20051231!013358002!013358002!013358002!N!MYTHICS INC !1439 N GREAT NECK ROAD, S!VIRGINIA BEACH !VA!23454!82000!810!51!VIRGINIA BEACH !VIRG… Key points: 1. Contract awarded for ADP software, equipment, and training. 2. Mythics Inc. secured the $22.5M contract. 3. The contract falls under the Software Publishers NAICS code. 4. Awarded by the Department of the Army, a component of DoD. 5. Contract duration is approximately 5.2 years.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $22.5M over 1923 days suggests a moderate annual spend. Benchmarking against similar ADP software and services contracts would be necessary to fully assess pricing reasonableness.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better value for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for necessary ADP software, equipment, and training.
Public Impact
Ensures continued access to essential ADP software and related services for the Department of the Army. Supports technological infrastructure and training needs within the military. The duration of the contract provides stability for both the government and the contractor. Potential for follow-on work or expansion based on performance.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration is relatively long, potentially leading to vendor lock-in if not managed.
- Specific details on the scope of 'ADP Software, Equipment, and Tele Training' are not provided, making it hard to assess value.
- No mention of performance metrics or service level agreements.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Contract provides essential IT support for a military branch.
- Firm Fixed Price contract type helps control costs.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT sector, specifically related to software publishing and related services. Spending benchmarks for similar IT support contracts within the Department of Defense would provide further context.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate any specific set-aside for small businesses. The awardee, Mythics Inc., is not identified as a small business in this record, suggesting larger prime contractors are involved.
Oversight & Accountability
The award was made by the Department of the Army, part of the Department of Defense, which has established oversight mechanisms. However, specific oversight details for this contract are not provided.
Related Government Programs
- Software Publishers
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed scope of work.
- Absence of performance metrics.
- Long contract duration.
- Potential for cost overruns if not closely monitored.
Tags
software-publishers, department-of-defense, va, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $22.6 million to MYTHICS, LLC. 200412!001618!2100!W9124Q!ACA, WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE !GS35F0153M !C!N! !N!W9124Q04F2181! !20040925!20051231!013358002!013358002!013358002!N!MYTHICS INC !1439 N GREAT NECK ROAD, S!VIRGINIA BEACH !VA!23454!82000!810!51!VIRGINIA BEACH !VIRGINIA BEACH (CITY) !VIRGINIA !+000002000000!N!N!000000000000!U012!ADP SOFTWARE, EQUIPMENT, AND TELE TRAINING !C9E!ALL OTHER SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT !000 !* !423430!E! !6! ! ! ! ! !999
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MYTHICS, 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 $22.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2004-09-25. End: 2009-12-31.
What is the specific breakdown of costs for software, equipment, and training within this contract?
The provided data does not detail the cost allocation between ADP software, equipment, and tele-training. A more granular breakdown would be beneficial for understanding the value proposition and identifying potential areas for cost optimization or comparison against market rates for each component.
Are there any performance metrics or key performance indicators (KPIs) associated with this contract to ensure effectiveness?
The data does not explicitly mention any performance metrics or KPIs tied to this contract. Establishing clear performance standards and monitoring mechanisms is crucial for ensuring the effectiveness of the ADP software, equipment, and training provided, and for holding the contractor accountable.
How does the pricing for this contract compare to similar IT support and software contracts awarded by the government?
Without specific details on the software, equipment, and training components, a direct price comparison is challenging. However, the contract's firm fixed-price nature provides cost certainty. A benchmark analysis against comparable government contracts for similar IT services would be needed to assess overall value.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Information › Software Publishers › Software Publishers
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: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1439 N GREAT NECK RD, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, 23454
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS35F0153M
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2004-09-25
Current End Date: 2009-12-31
Potential End Date: 2009-12-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2017-06-13
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