SSA Awards $99.4M Task Order to Lockheed Martin for IT Support Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $99,367,423 ($99.4M)
Contractor: Lockheed Martin Corporation
Awarding Agency: Social Security Administration
Start Date: 2015-09-29
End Date: 2016-09-28
Contract Duration: 365 days
Daily Burn Rate: $272.2K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: IT
Official Description: IGF::CL::IGF - TASK ORDER 12 AGAINST INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SERVICES CONTRACT NUMBER SS00-10-60108, WITH LOCKHEED MARTIN FOR CONTRACTOR SUPPORT. THIS ACTION WILL FUND TECHNICAL AREA 2, "APPLICATION DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT, TESTING, AND MAINTENANCE" AND 4, "DATABASE ADMINISTRATION AND IMAGING AND DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT" TIME&MATERIALS SUBTASKS FROM 09/29/15-09/28/16.
Place of Performance
Location: BALTIMORE, BALTIMORE CITY County, MARYLAND, 21235
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Social Security Administration obligated $99.4 million to LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION for work described as: IGF::CL::IGF - TASK ORDER 12 AGAINST INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SERVICES CONTRACT NUMBER SS00-10-60108, WITH LOCKHEED MARTIN FOR CONTRACTOR SUPPORT. THIS ACTION WILL FUND TECHNICAL AREA 2, "APPLICATION DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT, TESTING, AND MAINTENANCE" AND 4, "DATABASE ADMINISTRA… Key points: 1. Significant award for application development and database administration. 2. Lockheed Martin is a major defense and IT contractor. 3. Potential for cost overruns with Time & Materials contract type. 4. IT services sector continues to see substantial government investment.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The $99.4 million award for a one-year period is substantial. Benchmarking against similar IT support services contracts is difficult without more detailed scope information, but the per-unit cost appears high for the duration.
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. However, the Time & Materials pricing structure can limit price discovery and potentially lead to higher costs if not closely managed.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers are funding a significant IT support contract, with potential for cost efficiencies to be realized through effective contract management.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operation and development of critical Social Security Administration IT systems. Supports jobs in the IT sector, particularly in application development and database management. Impacts beneficiaries through the reliability and functionality of SSA's digital services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time & Materials contract type can lead to cost overruns.
- Limited duration of the task order may necessitate future competitive actions.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes assessing value difficult.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Addresses critical IT infrastructure needs for a major federal agency.
Sector Analysis
This award falls within the IT services sector, specifically focusing on application development and database administration. Government spending in this area is consistently high as agencies modernize and maintain complex systems.
Small Business Impact
The prime contractor is Lockheed Martin Corporation, a large business. There is no indication of small business participation in this specific task order based on the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The Social Security Administration is responsible for oversight. The Time & Materials contract type requires diligent monitoring to ensure costs remain within budget and align with deliverables.
Related Government Programs
- Other Computer Related Services
- Social Security Administration Contracting
- Social Security Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost overruns due to T&M pricing.
- Potential for vendor lock-in if not managed competitively.
- Dependence on a single large contractor for critical IT functions.
- Limited visibility into specific performance metrics.
Tags
other-computer-related-services, social-security-administration, md, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Social Security Administration awarded $99.4 million to LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION. IGF::CL::IGF - TASK ORDER 12 AGAINST INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SERVICES CONTRACT NUMBER SS00-10-60108, WITH LOCKHEED MARTIN FOR CONTRACTOR SUPPORT. THIS ACTION WILL FUND TECHNICAL AREA 2, "APPLICATION DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT, TESTING, AND MAINTENANCE" AND 4, "DATABASE ADMINISTRATION AND IMAGING AND DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT" TIME&MATERIALS SUBTASKS FROM 09/29/15-09/28/16.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Social Security Administration (Social Security Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $99.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2015-09-29. End: 2016-09-28.
What is the projected cost per hour or per full-time equivalent for the technical personnel performing services under this task order, and how does it compare to industry benchmarks?
The provided data does not include hourly rates or FTE costs. To assess value, a detailed breakdown of labor categories, rates, and estimated hours would be necessary. Comparing this to industry benchmarks for similar IT support services, considering geographic location and required skill sets, would reveal if the pricing is competitive or inflated.
What specific performance metrics or KPIs are in place to measure the effectiveness of Lockheed Martin's services in application development and database administration?
The data does not specify performance metrics. Effective oversight would require clearly defined KPIs related to application uptime, bug resolution times, development cycle efficiency, and database performance. Without these, it is challenging to objectively measure the contractor's effectiveness and ensure the government receives optimal value for its investment.
Given the Time & Materials contract type, what mechanisms are in place to prevent scope creep and ensure cost control throughout the performance period?
The Time & Materials (T&M) structure necessitates robust government oversight. Mechanisms should include detailed work breakdown structures, regular progress reviews, strict change control processes, and potentially cost ceilings or CLINs for specific tasks. Proactive management is crucial to mitigate the inherent risk of cost escalation with T&M contracts.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related 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: Lockheed Martin Corp (UEI: 834951691)
Address: 700 N FREDERICK AVE LOC B, GAITHERSBURG, MD, 20879
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Manufacturer of Goods, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $99,367,423
Exercised Options: $99,367,423
Current Obligation: $99,367,423
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 3
Total Subaward Amount: $725,950
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: SS001060108
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2015-09-29
Current End Date: 2016-09-28
Potential End Date: 2016-09-28 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2016-06-08
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