Department of Energy awards $44.8M IT support contract to Accenture Federal Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $44,780,297 ($44.8M)
Contractor: Accenture Federal Services LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2019-05-24
End Date: 2025-11-30
Contract Duration: 2,382 days
Daily Burn Rate: $18.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: IT
Official Description: TO PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE IT SUPPORT SERVICES AND THOUGHT LEADERSHIP IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: 1.NETWORK AND TELECOMMUNICATION 2.VTC/COLLABORATION SERVICES 3.MOBILE DEVICE MANAGEMENT 4.TACTICAL DECISION AGENT (TDA) AND INFORMATION TRANSPORT SERVICE (ITS) GATEWAY (I-GATE)AKA SIMEX
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20585
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $44.8 million to ACCENTURE FEDERAL SERVICES LLC for work described as: TO PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE IT SUPPORT SERVICES AND THOUGHT LEADERSHIP IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: 1.NETWORK AND TELECOMMUNICATION 2.VTC/COLLABORATION SERVICES 3.MOBILE DEVICE MANAGEMENT 4.TACTICAL DECISION AGENT (TDA) AND INFORMATION TRANSPORT SERVICE (ITS) GATEWAY … Key points: 1. Contract focuses on critical IT infrastructure including network, VTC, and mobile device management. 2. Accenture Federal Services, a major IT provider, secured the award. 3. The contract runs through November 2025, indicating a medium-term need. 4. Spending is concentrated in IT services, a significant government sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $44.8M over approximately 2.5 years suggests a substantial but not excessive investment for comprehensive IT support. Benchmarking against similar large-scale IT service contracts would provide further context on pricing efficiency.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. The use of a BPA Call indicates a pre-competed framework was leveraged, potentially streamlining acquisition and ensuring competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition generally leads to better value for taxpayers by fostering a competitive environment that drives down costs and improves service quality.
Public Impact
Ensures continuity of essential IT services for the Department of Energy. Supports advanced technological capabilities like Tactical Decision Agent and Information Transport Service Gateway. Impacts users relying on network, collaboration, and mobile device services. Contributes to the operational efficiency of a key federal agency.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for scope creep in complex IT support.
- Reliance on a single large contractor for critical functions.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Long-term contract provides stability for IT operations.
- Focus on critical and advanced IT services.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically Computer Systems Design Services. Government spending in this area is consistently high, reflecting the increasing reliance on technology for agency operations and mission delivery.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to Accenture Federal Services LLC, a large business. There is no indication of small business participation in this specific award, which is common for large, complex IT support contracts.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded under a BPA Call, suggesting it may have undergone some level of pre-competition and oversight. Ongoing oversight by the Department of Energy will be crucial to ensure performance and cost control.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Systems Design Services
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Time and Materials pricing can lead to cost overruns.
- Reliance on a single large contractor for critical IT functions.
- Potential for scope creep in complex IT support services.
- Lack of explicit small business participation noted.
Tags
computer-systems-design-services, department-of-energy, dc, bpa-call, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Energy awarded $44.8 million to ACCENTURE FEDERAL SERVICES LLC. TO PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE IT SUPPORT SERVICES AND THOUGHT LEADERSHIP IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: 1.NETWORK AND TELECOMMUNICATION 2.VTC/COLLABORATION SERVICES 3.MOBILE DEVICE MANAGEMENT 4.TACTICAL DECISION AGENT (TDA) AND INFORMATION TRANSPORT SERVICE (ITS) GATEWAY (I-GATE)AKA SIMEX
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ACCENTURE FEDERAL SERVICES LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $44.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2019-05-24. End: 2025-11-30.
What is the specific performance metric for the Tactical Decision Agent (TDA) and Information Transport Service (ITS) Gateway (I-GATE) AKA SIMEX, and how is its success measured?
The provided data does not detail specific performance metrics for the TDA/ITS Gateway. Measuring success would likely involve metrics related to uptime, data throughput, latency, security compliance, and successful integration with other systems. A thorough review of the contract's Statement of Work (SOW) and performance work statement (PWS) would be necessary to identify these specific measures and their associated Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
How does the pricing structure (Time and Materials) compare to fixed-price or cost-plus models for similar IT support contracts, and what are the associated risks?
Time and Materials (T&M) contracts offer flexibility but carry higher risk for the government regarding cost control, as the final price is not fixed. Compared to fixed-price contracts, T&M can lead to higher overall costs if not managed diligently. Cost-plus contracts aim to share risk but require extensive oversight. The primary risk with T&M is potential cost overruns if labor hours or material costs escalate beyond initial expectations.
What is the government's strategy for ensuring ongoing innovation and preventing vendor lock-in with Accenture Federal Services over the contract's duration?
The government's strategy likely involves clearly defined contract clauses that encourage innovation, require knowledge transfer, and allow for periodic reviews or re-competition. While the contract is with a single vendor, the full and open competition award method suggests a market exists for these services. The Department of Energy may also leverage other contracts or internal expertise to maintain leverage and ensure competitive solutions are considered.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Systems Design Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Novetta Solutions, LLC
Address: 800 N GLEBE RD STE 300, ARLINGTON, VA, 22203
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Foreign Owned, Foreign-Owned and U.S.-Incorporated Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $56,634,589
Exercised Options: $56,634,589
Current Obligation: $44,780,297
Actual Outlays: $29,090,175
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 89303019AIM000005
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2019-05-24
Current End Date: 2025-11-30
Potential End Date: 2025-11-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-11-13
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