Marine Corps Awards $12.6M for Digitizing Services to Intertribal Information Technology Company

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $10,631,581 ($10.6M)

Contractor: Intertribal Information Technology Company, LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2004-05-26

End Date: 2010-09-29

Contract Duration: 2,317 days

Daily Burn Rate: $4.6K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: IT

Official Description: 200410!006751!1700!F9999 !MARINE CORPS SYSTEMS COMMAND !DASW0103D0024 !A!N! !N!0007 ! !20040526!20050531!126284103!126284103!126284103!N!INTERTRIBAL INFORMATION TECHNO!6529 TARTAN VISTA DR !ALEXANDRIA !DC!22312!32025!031!24!GERMANTOWN !MONTGOMERY !MARYLAND !+000000503321!N!N!000000000000!D315!DIGITIZING SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !000 !* !541512!E! !5!B!S! ! ! !99990909!B!A!Y!N!Z!A!Y!J!1!001!B! !C!N!Z! ! !Y!A!N!N!E! ! ! !A!A!00 !A!B!N! ! ! ! ! ! !0001! !

Place of Performance

Location: ALBUQUERQUE, BERNALILLO County, NEW MEXICO, 87123

State: New Mexico Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $10.6 million to INTERTRIBAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY, LLC for work described as: 200410!006751!1700!F9999 !MARINE CORPS SYSTEMS COMMAND !DASW0103D0024 !A!N! !N!0007 ! !20040526!20050531!126284103!126284103!126284103!N!INTERTRIBAL INFORMATION TECHNO!6529 TARTAN VISTA DR !ALEXANDRIA !DC!22312!32025!031!24!GERMANTOWN !MONT… Key points: 1. Contract awarded for digitizing services to support Marine Corps Systems Command. 2. Intertribal Information Technology Company, LLC, based in Alexandria, VA, received the award. 3. The contract has a fixed price and was awarded under full and open competition. 4. The period of performance spans from May 2004 to September 2010, with a duration of 2317 days.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The contract value of $12.6 million for digitizing services appears reasonable given the 6-year performance period. Benchmarking against similar contracts for IT services of this duration and scope would provide a more precise assessment.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating a robust price discovery process. This method generally leads to competitive pricing as multiple vendors have the opportunity to bid.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award suggests that taxpayers are likely receiving fair value for the services rendered.

Public Impact

Enhances Marine Corps' digital record-keeping and information management capabilities. Supports operational efficiency and data accessibility for military personnel. Potential for improved document retrieval and reduced physical storage needs. Contributes to modernization efforts within the Department of Defense. Ensures compliance with digital archiving standards.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Contract duration is quite long (6 years).
No specific small business set-aside mentioned.

Positive Signals

Awarded under full and open competition.
Firm fixed price contract type.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically Computer Systems Design Services. Spending in this area is substantial across the federal government, supporting various modernization and operational needs.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that this contract was not set aside for small businesses and the awardee is not listed as a small business. Therefore, there is no direct benefit to small businesses from this specific award.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by the Marine Corps Systems Command, a component of the Department of Defense. Oversight would typically involve contract administration by the Defense Contract Management Agency to ensure performance and compliance.

Related Government Programs

Computer Systems Design Services
Department of Defense Contracting
Defense Contract Management Agency Programs

Risk Flags

Long contract duration (6 years) may lead to outdated technology or changing requirements.
Lack of specific small business participation.
Potential for scope creep if requirements are not clearly defined.
Dependence on a single contractor for a critical service over an extended period.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $10.6 million to INTERTRIBAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY, LLC. 200410!006751!1700!F9999 !MARINE CORPS SYSTEMS COMMAND !DASW0103D0024 !A!N! !N!0007 ! !20040526!20050531!126284103!126284103!126284103!N!INTERTRIBAL INFORMATION TECHNO!6529 TARTAN VISTA DR !ALEXANDRIA !DC!22312!32025!031!24!GERMANTOWN !MONTGOMERY !MARYLAND !+000000503321!N!N!000000000000!D315!DIGITIZING SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !000 !* !541512!E! !5!B!S! ! ! !999

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is INTERTRIBAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY, LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Contract Management Agency).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $10.6 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2004-05-26. End: 2010-09-29.

What specific digitizing services were provided, and how did they improve the Marine Corps' operational efficiency?

The contract was for 'DIGITIZING SERVICES' under NAICS code 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services). While the exact nature of the digitization isn't detailed, it likely involved converting analog records (paper, film) into digital formats. This would improve operational efficiency by enabling faster access to information, reducing physical storage requirements, facilitating data analysis, and supporting digital workflows within the Marine Corps.

What were the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract, and how was performance measured to ensure value for money?

Specific KPIs are not detailed in the provided data. However, for a firm fixed-price contract of this nature, performance would typically be measured against deliverables, quality standards (e.g., accuracy of digitized images, metadata completeness), turnaround times for digitization, and adherence to security protocols. The Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) would likely oversee adherence to these metrics.

Were there any identified risks associated with the long contract duration, and how were they mitigated?

A 6-year contract duration presents risks such as technological obsolescence, potential changes in requirements, and contractor performance degradation. Mitigation strategies could include phased delivery schedules, regular performance reviews, clear change order clauses, and contingency planning for evolving technological landscapes. The firm fixed-price nature might incentivize the contractor to manage risks proactively.

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

Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Contractor Details

Address: 888 17TH ST NW STE 1100, WASHINGTON, DC, 98

Business Categories: Category Business, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations

Contract Characteristics

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: DASW0103D0024

IDV Type: IDC

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