EPA awards $6.5M contract for pesticide program IT operations and website management to ACE-SYDAN, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $6,495,001 ($6.5M)
Contractor: Ace-Sydan, LLC
Awarding Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Start Date: 2019-11-26
End Date: 2021-11-30
Contract Duration: 735 days
Daily Burn Rate: $8.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: IT
Official Description: INFORMATION SYSTEMS INFRASTRUCTURE OPERATIONS, SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE&DEVELOPMENT,AND WEBSITE MANAGEMENT AT THE OFFICE OF PESTICIDE PROGRAMS
Place of Performance
Location: ARLINGTON, ARLINGTON County, VIRGINIA, 22202
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Environmental Protection Agency obligated $6.5 million to ACE-SYDAN, LLC for work described as: INFORMATION SYSTEMS INFRASTRUCTURE OPERATIONS, SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE&DEVELOPMENT,AND WEBSITE MANAGEMENT AT THE OFFICE OF PESTICIDE PROGRAMS Key points: 1. Contract focuses on critical IT infrastructure, software, and website management for the Office of Pesticide Programs. 2. ACE-SYDAN, LLC, a single awardee, will provide these services. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition after exclusion of sources. 4. This spending supports essential government functions related to pesticide regulation and public safety.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $6.5M over two years appears reasonable for comprehensive IT operations and website management services. Benchmarking against similar government IT contracts would provide further validation.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Awarded under full and open competition, this method generally promotes competitive pricing. The exclusion of sources clause warrants further review to understand its justification and potential impact on price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used to ensure the operational integrity and effectiveness of a key environmental agency's IT systems.
Public Impact
Ensures continuity of essential IT services for the Office of Pesticide Programs. Supports the agency's mission in pesticide regulation and environmental protection. Maintains the functionality and security of public-facing websites and internal systems.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 88 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for vendor lock-in if not managed carefully.
- Reliance on a single vendor for critical IT functions.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports essential government operations.
- Clear contract duration and delivery order structure.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Computer Systems Design Services sector (NAICS 541512). Spending in this sector is substantial across government, supporting a wide range of IT needs from infrastructure to software development.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this was not awarded to a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was sought or achieved through subcontracting.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Environmental Protection Agency, suggesting internal oversight mechanisms are in place. The 'delivery order' structure implies task-specific oversight.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Systems Design Services
- Environmental Protection Agency Contracting
- Environmental Protection Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for vendor lock-in.
- Reliance on a single vendor for critical IT functions.
- Need to verify justification for source exclusion.
- Lack of small business awardee.
Tags
computer-systems-design-services, environmental-protection-agency, va, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Environmental Protection Agency awarded $6.5 million to ACE-SYDAN, LLC. INFORMATION SYSTEMS INFRASTRUCTURE OPERATIONS, SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE&DEVELOPMENT,AND WEBSITE MANAGEMENT AT THE OFFICE OF PESTICIDE PROGRAMS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ACE-SYDAN, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Environmental Protection Agency (Environmental Protection Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $6.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2019-11-26. End: 2021-11-30.
What specific IT infrastructure and software maintenance tasks are included in this contract?
The contract covers information systems infrastructure operations, software maintenance and development, and website management for the Office of Pesticide Programs. This likely includes network management, server maintenance, software updates and patching, bug fixes, new feature development, and website content management and security.
What was the justification for excluding certain sources during the full and open competition?
The justification for excluding sources in a 'full and open competition after exclusion of sources' scenario typically relates to specific technical requirements, existing infrastructure compatibility, or unique capabilities that only a limited number of vendors can meet. Understanding this rationale is crucial for assessing if the exclusion unduly limited competition or impacted pricing.
How does the performance of ACE-SYDAN, LLC on this contract align with industry benchmarks for IT service delivery?
Assessing performance against industry benchmarks requires access to performance metrics and quality data not provided here. However, the contract's duration and value suggest a significant scope of work. Evaluating past performance, user satisfaction, and adherence to service level agreements would be key to determining alignment.
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 AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 11490 COMMERCE PARK DR STE 340, RESTON, VA, 20191
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Minority Owned Business, SBA Certified 8 a Joint Venture, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Indian (Subcontinent) American Owned Business, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $7,085,497
Exercised Options: $7,085,497
Current Obligation: $6,495,001
Actual Outlays: $741,943
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS00Q17GWD2140
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2019-11-26
Current End Date: 2021-11-30
Potential End Date: 2021-11-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-03-24
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