DOJ's ATF awards $21M for NIBIN network continuation to Leadsonline, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $21,000,000 ($21.0M)
Contractor: Leadsonline, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Justice
Start Date: 2025-01-01
End Date: 2025-12-31
Contract Duration: 364 days
Daily Burn Rate: $57.7K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: CONTINUATION OF NATIONAL INTEGRATED BALLISTIC INFORMATION NETWORK (NIBIN) EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE, SUPPORT AND OTHER SERVICES FOR EXISTING ATF FACILITIES AND NIBIN PARTNER SITES IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) THE PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS) SECTION 2.
Place of Performance
Location: PLANO, COLLIN County, TEXAS, 75024
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Justice obligated $21.0 million to LEADSONLINE, LLC for work described as: CONTINUATION OF NATIONAL INTEGRATED BALLISTIC INFORMATION NETWORK (NIBIN) EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE, SUPPORT AND OTHER SERVICES FOR EXISTING ATF FACILITIES AND NIBIN PARTNER SITES IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) THE PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS) SECTION 2. Key points: 1. Contract value is $21 million for one year. 2. Sole-source award to Leadsonline, LLC. 3. Risk of limited competition and potentially higher costs. 4. Services fall under 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services'.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The $21 million contract value for a one-year continuation of services is substantial. Without competitive bidding, it's difficult to assess if this price is optimal compared to market rates for similar technical support and network services.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and may prevent the government from obtaining the best possible value through competitive market forces.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition raises concerns about taxpayer value, as the absence of bids could lead to inflated pricing.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operation of the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN). Supports ATF facilities and partner sites crucial for law enforcement. Potential for increased costs due to sole-source award.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award
- Lack of competition
- Potential for overpayment
Positive Signals
- Continuation of critical NIBIN services
- Support for law enforcement
Sector Analysis
The 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' sector is broad. Benchmarking is difficult without more specific service details, but $21 million for a year of specialized network support is a significant investment.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not competed and does not specify small business participation. Sole-source awards often bypass opportunities for small businesses to compete for government contracts.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants close oversight to ensure the pricing is fair and reasonable and that the services provided meet all performance requirements.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Justice Contracting
- Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Acquisition and Property Management Division Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award
- Lack of competitive bidding
- Potential for inflated pricing
- Limited transparency in price justification
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-justice, tx, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Justice awarded $21.0 million to LEADSONLINE, LLC. CONTINUATION OF NATIONAL INTEGRATED BALLISTIC INFORMATION NETWORK (NIBIN) EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE, SUPPORT AND OTHER SERVICES FOR EXISTING ATF FACILITIES AND NIBIN PARTNER SITES IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) THE PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS) SECTION 2.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LEADSONLINE, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Justice (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Acquisition and Property Management Division).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $21.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-01-01. End: 2025-12-31.
What is the justification for the sole-source award of the NIBIN contract?
The justification for a sole-source award typically involves unique capabilities, proprietary technology, or urgent needs where only one vendor can fulfill the requirement. Without further details, it's unclear if Leadsonline, LLC possesses such exclusive qualifications or if this is a continuation of a previously established relationship that has not been re-competed.
What are the risks associated with continuing a sole-source contract for NIBIN services?
The primary risks include a lack of competitive pricing, potentially leading to overpayment by taxpayers. There's also a risk of vendor complacency, reduced innovation, and a lack of market-driven improvements if competition is consistently avoided. This can also limit opportunities for other capable vendors.
How does the continuation of NIBIN services impact law enforcement effectiveness?
The NIBIN system is critical for linking ballistic evidence from crime scenes and test fires, aiding investigations and preventing future gun violence. Its continued operation, regardless of the contract award method, is vital for law enforcement's ability to analyze firearm evidence and identify potential suspects or patterns.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: 15A00024R00000111
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 6900 DALLAS PKWY STE 825, PLANO, TX, 75024
Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $21,000,000
Exercised Options: $21,000,000
Current Obligation: $21,000,000
Actual Outlays: $20,535,323
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 15A00025DAQA00018
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-01-01
Current End Date: 2025-12-31
Potential End Date: 2025-12-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-09-23
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