DHS Awards $2.4M BPA Call to Total Systems Technologies for Risk Analysis Support

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $2,430,354 ($2.4M)

Contractor: Total Systems Technologies Corporation

Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security

Start Date: 2022-09-27

End Date: 2023-09-26

Contract Duration: 364 days

Daily Burn Rate: $6.7K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: ECSS TO3 IN SUPPORT OF VARIOUS RCA RISK ANALYSIS PROCESSES CASE STUDIES (RTSPA, IRB, CYBER, IDM AND MKRC)

Place of Performance

Location: ARLINGTON, ARLINGTON County, VIRGINIA, 22203

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Homeland Security obligated $2.4 million to TOTAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION for work described as: ECSS TO3 IN SUPPORT OF VARIOUS RCA RISK ANALYSIS PROCESSES CASE STUDIES (RTSPA, IRB, CYBER, IDM AND MKRC) Key points: 1. Contract awarded under a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) Call. 2. Services include administrative management and general management consulting. 3. Firm Fixed Price contract type. 4. No small business set-aside noted.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The award amount of $2.4M for a 364-day duration appears reasonable for consulting services. Benchmarking against similar BPA calls for management consulting is needed for a more precise assessment.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded using full and open competition under a BPA Call, suggesting a competitive process. The specific price discovery mechanisms within the BPA call are not detailed.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential risk analysis support services for various DHS components.

Public Impact

Supports critical risk analysis processes within DHS, including cybersecurity and identity management. Enhances the operational effectiveness of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Leverages existing BPA framework for efficient procurement.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 66 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of detailed performance metrics.
Potential for scope creep in consulting services.

Positive Signals

Full and open competition.
Firm Fixed Price contract.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the professional, scientific, and technical services sector, specifically management consulting. Spending in this area is common across federal agencies for specialized expertise.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates no small business set-aside was used for this award, suggesting larger businesses were eligible and potentially awarded the contract.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight is managed by the Department of Homeland Security, with the Transportation Security Administration as the primary agency. The BPA Call mechanism implies adherence to pre-established oversight protocols.

Related Government Programs

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Department of Homeland Security Contracting
Transportation Security Administration Programs

Risk Flags

Limited transparency on specific deliverables.
Reliance on contractor's expertise for risk assessment.
Potential for vendor lock-in if not managed carefully.
Need for clear performance metrics to ensure value.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Homeland Security awarded $2.4 million to TOTAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION. ECSS TO3 IN SUPPORT OF VARIOUS RCA RISK ANALYSIS PROCESSES CASE STUDIES (RTSPA, IRB, CYBER, IDM AND MKRC)

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is TOTAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Transportation Security Administration).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $2.4 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2022-09-27. End: 2023-09-26.

What specific risk analysis processes are being supported and what are the expected outcomes?

The contract supports various risk analysis processes including RTSPA, IRB, CYBER, IDM, and MKRC. Expected outcomes likely involve improved identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks within these domains, leading to enhanced security and operational efficiency for DHS components.

How does the pricing compare to similar consulting services procured through other BPA calls?

A direct comparison of pricing for similar consulting services procured through other BPA calls is difficult without access to those specific contract details. However, the $2.4M award for a year of service suggests a moderate investment for specialized risk analysis expertise.

What is the potential impact on TSA's cybersecurity posture from these risk analysis services?

These services are intended to bolster TSA's cybersecurity posture by providing expert analysis of cyber risks. This could lead to more effective identification of vulnerabilities, better threat intelligence, and improved implementation of security controls, ultimately strengthening the agency's defenses against cyber threats.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting 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

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 200 N GLEBE RD, ARLINGTON, VA, 22203

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, HUBZone Firm, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $2,430,354

Exercised Options: $2,430,354

Current Obligation: $2,430,354

Actual Outlays: $2,430,354

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: 70T04022A7573N001

IDV Type: BPA

Timeline