EPA's $8.5M TSCA IT Enterprise Support Contract Awarded to General Dynamics
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $8,493,439 ($8.5M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Start Date: 2025-12-18
End Date: 2028-02-29
Contract Duration: 803 days
Daily Burn Rate: $10.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: IT
Official Description: SMAVCS4, BPA CALL, TSCA IT ENTERPRISE. TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA) INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) ENTERPRISE SUPPORT NON-SEVERABLE SERVICES.
Place of Performance
Location: DURHAM, DURHAM County, NORTH CAROLINA, 27701
Plain-Language Summary
Environmental Protection Agency obligated $8.5 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC. for work described as: SMAVCS4, BPA CALL, TSCA IT ENTERPRISE. TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA) INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) ENTERPRISE SUPPORT NON-SEVERABLE SERVICES. Key points: 1. Contract supports the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) IT infrastructure. 2. General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is the awardee. 3. The contract runs through February 2028. 4. This is a labor-hour contract type. 5. The award was made under a BPA Call.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $8.5 million over approximately 3.3 years appears reasonable for enterprise IT support services. Benchmarking against similar custom computer programming services contracts would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a robust price discovery process. The use of a BPA Call suggests a pre-competed framework was leveraged.
Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition generally leads to more competitive pricing, benefiting taxpayers by ensuring fair market value is obtained for services.
Public Impact
Ensures continued IT support for critical environmental regulations under TSCA. Supports the Environmental Protection Agency's mission to protect human health and the environment. Provides essential technology infrastructure for managing toxic substances data.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Labor hour contract type can lead to cost overruns if not managed closely.
- Reliance on a single vendor for critical IT enterprise support.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Supports a vital environmental protection program.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under IT services, specifically custom computer programming. The IT services sector is highly competitive, with numerous vendors capable of providing enterprise support. Spending benchmarks vary widely based on scope and complexity.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was awarded to General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. and does not show any specific set-asides for small businesses. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were involved as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The Environmental Protection Agency is responsible for oversight of this contract. The BPA Call mechanism may have pre-established oversight procedures, but specific details on performance monitoring and accountability are not provided.
Related Government Programs
- Custom Computer Programming Services
- Environmental Protection Agency Contracting
- Environmental Protection Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Labor hour contract type.
- Potential for cost overruns.
- Limited insight into specific performance metrics.
- No indication of small business participation.
Tags
custom-computer-programming-services, environmental-protection-agency, nc, bpa-call, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Environmental Protection Agency awarded $8.5 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC.. SMAVCS4, BPA CALL, TSCA IT ENTERPRISE. TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA) INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) ENTERPRISE SUPPORT NON-SEVERABLE SERVICES.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Environmental Protection Agency (Environmental Protection Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $8.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-12-18. End: 2028-02-29.
What is the specific scope of 'TSCA IT Enterprise Support' and how does it align with the agency's mission?
TSCA IT Enterprise Support likely encompasses the maintenance, development, and operation of information technology systems crucial for implementing the Toxic Substances Control Act. This includes managing databases, software applications, and network infrastructure related to chemical data, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance, directly supporting the EPA's mission to protect human health and the environment from unreasonable risks of injury from chemicals.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract and how is performance being measured?
Key performance indicators for this IT enterprise support contract would typically include system uptime, response times for technical issues, successful software updates and deployments, data security compliance, and user satisfaction. Performance is likely measured through regular reporting by the contractor, government acceptance of deliverables, and potentially through periodic performance reviews and audits conducted by the EPA.
How does the labor hour contract type impact cost control and potential for scope creep?
A labor hour contract type offers flexibility but requires diligent oversight to control costs and prevent scope creep. The government pays for the actual labor hours expended by the contractor at pre-negotiated rates. Without strict monitoring of hours, task definitions, and progress, costs can escalate beyond initial estimates, and the scope of work may expand unintentionally.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Custom Computer Programming Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: RFQ - TSCA IT ENTERPRISE
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Wico Limited
Address: 3150 FAIRVIEW PARK DR STE 100, FALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $8,493,439
Exercised Options: $8,493,439
Current Obligation: $8,493,439
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 68HERD24A0001
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-12-18
Current End Date: 2028-02-29
Potential End Date: 2028-02-29 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-12-18
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