DHS Awards $23.7M for HIFLD Geospatial Data Support to MHM Innovations
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $23,774,336 ($23.8M)
Contractor: MHM Innovations, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2022-09-28
End Date: 2025-09-27
Contract Duration: 1,095 days
Daily Burn Rate: $21.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: TO PROCURE GEOSPATIAL DATA COLLECTION AND INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT FOR THE HOMELAND INFRASTRUCTURE FOUNDATION LEVEL DATA (HIFLD) GEOSPATIAL DATABASE.
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20024
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $23.8 million to MHM INNOVATIONS, INC. for work described as: TO PROCURE GEOSPATIAL DATA COLLECTION AND INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT FOR THE HOMELAND INFRASTRUCTURE FOUNDATION LEVEL DATA (HIFLD) GEOSPATIAL DATABASE. Key points: 1. Contract focuses on critical homeland infrastructure data. 2. MHM Innovations, Inc. is the awardee. 3. Full and open competition was utilized. 4. Spending is for IT-related services (NAICS 541519).
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The award of $23.7M over 3 years appears reasonable for specialized geospatial data services. Benchmarking against similar IT service contracts suggests competitive pricing, though specific per-unit cost data is not provided.
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 BPA Call award mechanism suggests a pre-competed framework was leveraged, likely contributing to efficient procurement.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential infrastructure data management, supporting national security and emergency preparedness.
Public Impact
Enhances the national geospatial database (HIFLD). Supports critical infrastructure protection and resilience. Improves data accessibility for federal agencies. Contributes to disaster response and planning.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific per-unit cost data for detailed analysis.
- Small business participation not explicitly detailed.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition ensures market access.
- Supports a vital national data resource.
- Long-term contract provides stability for services.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically computer related services. Spending benchmarks for similar IT support contracts vary widely, but this award appears within a typical range for specialized data management and infrastructure support.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a specific requirement or was not met for this particular award. Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities were pursued.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Homeland Security, Office of Procurement Operations, managed this award. Standard procurement processes were followed, including full and open competition, suggesting adequate oversight.
Related Government Programs
- Other Computer Related Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Office of Procurement Operations Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited detail on performance metrics.
- No explicit small business participation noted.
- Potential for cost overruns if scope expands without modification.
- Dependence on a single contractor for critical data infrastructure.
Tags
other-computer-related-services, department-of-homeland-security, dc, bpa-call, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $23.8 million to MHM INNOVATIONS, INC.. TO PROCURE GEOSPATIAL DATA COLLECTION AND INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT FOR THE HOMELAND INFRASTRUCTURE FOUNDATION LEVEL DATA (HIFLD) GEOSPATIAL DATABASE.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MHM INNOVATIONS, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Office of Procurement Operations).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $23.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2022-09-28. End: 2025-09-27.
What is the specific breakdown of costs for data collection versus infrastructure support?
The provided data does not detail the cost breakdown between data collection and infrastructure support. A more granular financial analysis would be required to ascertain the allocation of funds for each component of the service. This information is crucial for understanding the value proposition of each service element.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for MHM Innovations, Inc. to ensure service quality?
Key performance indicators are not explicitly detailed in the provided summary. However, as a firm-fixed-price contract awarded under full and open competition, performance is typically monitored through contract deliverables, service level agreements, and adherence to project milestones. The government would likely have mechanisms to track quality and timeliness.
How does this contract contribute to the overall effectiveness of the HIFLD database?
This contract is essential for the ongoing operation, maintenance, and potential expansion of the HIFLD geospatial database. By ensuring the collection and infrastructure support, it directly contributes to the database's accuracy, accessibility, and utility for federal agencies, thereby enhancing its effectiveness in supporting national security and emergency management.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - IT MANAGEMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 70RTAC22Q00000062
Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1521 WESTBRANCH DR STE 500, TYSONS, VA, 22102
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $24,005,584
Exercised Options: $23,774,336
Current Obligation: $23,774,336
Actual Outlays: $23,482,054
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 70RTAC19A00000013
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2022-09-28
Current End Date: 2025-09-27
Potential End Date: 2025-09-27 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-03-19
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