AF MILSATCOM Tower Shelter Base Awarded to Marshall Communications for $28.6M
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $28,622,375 ($28.6M)
Contractor: ATP GOV, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2019-08-09
End Date: 2023-03-31
Contract Duration: 1,330 days
Daily Burn Rate: $21.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: AF MILSATCOM TOWER SHELTER BASE AWARD MARSHALL COMMUNICATIONS POP 08/09/2019-08/08/2020
Place of Performance
Location: COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO County, COLORADO, 80914
State: Colorado Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $28.6 million to ATP GOV, LLC for work described as: AF MILSATCOM TOWER SHELTER BASE AWARD MARSHALL COMMUNICATIONS POP 08/09/2019-08/08/2020 Key points: 1. Awarded to ATP Gov, LLC, a single entity, indicating potential concentration. 2. Contract duration is 1330 days, suggesting a long-term need. 3. The contract is Firm Fixed Price, which helps control costs. 4. No small business participation noted, a potential area for review.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The award amount of $28.6M over 1330 days is significant. Benchmarking against similar MILSATCOM infrastructure projects is needed to assess value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the award to a single entity warrants further investigation into the bidding landscape.
Taxpayer Impact: The $28.6M expenditure represents taxpayer investment in critical military satellite communication infrastructure.
Public Impact
Ensures operational readiness for Air Force MILSATCOM. Supports critical communication infrastructure for national security. Potential for future contract modifications or extensions.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of small business participation.
- Single awardee for a significant contract.
Positive Signals
- Firm Fixed Price contract type.
- Full and open competition utilized.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under 'Other Computer Related Services' and relates to specialized IT infrastructure for military communications. Spending in this sector is often driven by national security requirements and technological advancements.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to a small business, and there is no indication of small business subcontracting. This represents a missed opportunity for small business engagement in a significant federal contract.
Oversight & Accountability
The award was a delivery order under a larger contract. Oversight should focus on performance, adherence to the fixed-price terms, and justification for the single awardee.
Related Government Programs
- Other Computer Related Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- National Institutes of Health Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for vendor lock-in due to single awardee.
- Lack of small business participation.
- Long contract duration may lead to scope creep or cost overruns if not managed tightly.
- Dependence on a single contractor for critical infrastructure.
Tags
other-computer-related-services, department-of-health-and-human-services, co, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $28.6 million to ATP GOV, LLC. AF MILSATCOM TOWER SHELTER BASE AWARD MARSHALL COMMUNICATIONS POP 08/09/2019-08/08/2020
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ATP GOV, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $28.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2019-08-09. End: 2023-03-31.
What was the competitive landscape during the bidding process for this contract?
While listed as 'full and open competition,' the award to a single entity, ATP Gov, LLC, raises questions about the number of actual bidders or the specific evaluation criteria that led to this outcome. Further analysis of the solicitation documents and bid submissions would be required to fully understand the competitive dynamics.
How does the per-unit cost or overall value compare to similar MILSATCOM infrastructure projects?
Without specific details on the scope of work and deliverables, a direct per-unit cost comparison is difficult. However, the $28.6M award over 1330 days suggests a substantial investment. Benchmarking against similar projects would require access to detailed contract line item numbers and performance metrics from comparable federal or commercial contracts.
What is the long-term strategic value of this MILSATCOM tower shelter base for the Air Force?
This infrastructure is crucial for maintaining the operational capability of the Air Force's Military Satellite Communications systems. Its strategic value lies in ensuring reliable and secure communication channels essential for command and control, intelligence gathering, and global operations, directly supporting national security objectives.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services
Product/Service Code: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT (INCLD FIRMWARE) SOFTWARE,SUPPLIES& SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: NIHJT2014002
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 575 LIVELY BLVD, ELK GROVE, IL, 60007
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Manufacturer of Goods, Not Designated a Small Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $33,477,528
Exercised Options: $28,622,375
Current Obligation: $28,622,375
Actual Outlays: $4,505,813
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HHSN316201500063W
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2019-08-09
Current End Date: 2023-03-31
Potential End Date: 2025-04-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2024-11-06
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