DOE Awards $2.5M for Builder Infrastructure Management Software Support to The Gordian Group
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $2,512,947 ($2.5M)
Contractor: THE Gordian Group, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2024-05-25
End Date: 2026-05-24
Contract Duration: 729 days
Daily Burn Rate: $3.4K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: BUILDER INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT - COST DATA SUPPORT FOR NA-914
Place of Performance
Location: GREENVILLE, GREENVILLE County, SOUTH CAROLINA, 29615
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $2.5 million to THE GORDIAN GROUP, INC. for work described as: BUILDER INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT - COST DATA SUPPORT FOR NA-914 Key points: 1. Contract awarded for software publishing services (NAICS 513210). 2. The Gordian Group, Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. Contract duration is 729 days. 4. Firm Fixed Price contract type. 5. Awarded by the Department of Energy.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $2.51M for a 2-year period appears reasonable for specialized software support. Benchmarking against similar government contracts for infrastructure management software is difficult without more detailed scope information.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and potentially reduces competitive pressure, which could lead to higher costs than a competed contract.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition may result in taxpayers paying a premium for these services compared to a scenario with multiple bidders.
Public Impact
Ensures continued support for critical infrastructure management software within the Department of Energy. Potential for increased costs due to sole-source nature of the award. Limited transparency on the specific software being supported and its impact on DOE operations. The contract duration of two years provides stability for the vendor and the agency.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition.
- Lack of detailed scope for cost comparison.
- Potential for price escalation without competition.
Positive Signals
- Supports critical DOE infrastructure management.
- Firm Fixed Price contract provides cost certainty.
- Long-term vendor relationship.
Sector Analysis
The software publishing sector is vital for government operations, providing tools for management and analysis. Spending benchmarks vary widely based on software complexity and support needs. This contract falls within the IT services category.
Small Business Impact
This contract was awarded to The Gordian Group, Inc., a large business. There is no indication of small business participation in this specific award.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants scrutiny to ensure the price is fair and reasonable. Further oversight may be needed to confirm the necessity of a non-competed approach.
Related Government Programs
- Software Publishers
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award
- Lack of competition
- Potential for overpricing
- Limited transparency on software scope
Tags
software-publishers, department-of-energy, sc, definitive-contract, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Energy awarded $2.5 million to THE GORDIAN GROUP, INC.. BUILDER INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT - COST DATA SUPPORT FOR NA-914
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is THE GORDIAN GROUP, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $2.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2024-05-25. End: 2026-05-24.
What specific infrastructure management software is being supported under this contract, and what is its criticality to the Department of Energy's mission?
The contract details do not specify the exact software. However, 'Builder Infrastructure Management' suggests it is crucial for managing physical assets, facilities, and construction projects within the Department of Energy. Its criticality likely lies in ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and compliance across DOE facilities.
What is the justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis, and were alternative competitive strategies considered?
The justification for a sole-source award is not provided in the data. Typically, sole-source contracts are used when only one vendor possesses the necessary expertise, technology, or proprietary rights. Without this information, it's difficult to assess if competitive options were truly unavailable or if the procurement process could have been more open.
How does the awarded price of $2.51 million compare to industry benchmarks for similar software support contracts, considering the lack of competition?
Direct comparison to industry benchmarks is challenging due to the sole-source nature and lack of specific software details. However, the absence of competition generally leads to higher prices than in a fully competitive environment. A thorough price analysis by the agency would be crucial to validate the reasonableness of this award.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Information › Software Publishers › Software Publishers
Product/Service Code: SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS, NOT R&D › SPECIAL STUDIES - NOT R and D
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: 89233124RNA000215
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 30 PATEWOOD DRIVE SUITE 350, GREENVILLE, SC, 29615
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $5,532,345
Exercised Options: $2,512,947
Current Obligation: $2,512,947
Actual Outlays: $1,926,777
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2024-05-25
Current End Date: 2026-05-24
Potential End Date: 2029-11-24 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-02-11
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