Department of Education Awards $7.6M for Enterprise Testing Services to Technik Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $7,632,194 ($7.6M)
Contractor: Technik Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Education
Start Date: 2023-03-20
End Date: 2026-12-09
Contract Duration: 1,360 days
Daily Burn Rate: $5.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: THE PURPOSE OF THIS AWARD IS TO PROVIDE ENTERPRISE TESTING SERVICE SMALL APPLICATIONS, ENTERPRISE PERFORMANCE TESTING AND ENTERPRISE DEVSECOPS TESTING SUPPORT AT THE ENTERPRISE LEVEL.
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20202
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Education obligated $7.6 million to TECHNIK INC for work described as: THE PURPOSE OF THIS AWARD IS TO PROVIDE ENTERPRISE TESTING SERVICE SMALL APPLICATIONS, ENTERPRISE PERFORMANCE TESTING AND ENTERPRISE DEVSECOPS TESTING SUPPORT AT THE ENTERPRISE LEVEL. Key points: 1. The contract focuses on enterprise-level testing services, including performance and DevSecOps. 2. Technik Inc. is the awardee for this delivery order. 3. The total value is $7.6 million over a period of approximately 4.5 years. 4. The NAICS code 541512 indicates Computer Systems Design Services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The total award value of $7.6 million for enterprise testing services appears reasonable given the scope and duration. Benchmarking against similar large-scale IT service contracts would provide a clearer picture of value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition after exclusion of sources, suggesting a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for necessary IT services.
Public Impact
Ensures the Department of Education's applications are robust and secure through comprehensive testing. Supports the development and deployment of secure software through DevSecOps practices. Provides critical infrastructure support for the Department's IT systems. Enhances the reliability and performance of enterprise-level applications.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Duration of contract (over 4 years) may lead to scope creep or evolving technology needs.
- Reliance on a single vendor for critical testing services could pose a risk if performance declines.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition suggests a fair market approach.
- Clear definition of services (performance, DevSecOps) indicates specific needs being met.
- Long-term contract provides stability for essential IT functions.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Computer Systems Design Services sector, which is a significant area of federal IT spending. Benchmarks for similar enterprise-level testing services can vary widely based on complexity and scope.
Small Business Impact
The awardee, Technik Inc., is not indicated as a small business. There is no specific mention of small business participation goals or set-asides in the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The award was made via a delivery order under a larger contract vehicle. Oversight would typically be managed by the Department of Education's contracting officers to ensure performance and adherence to terms.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Systems Design Services
- Department of Education Contracting
- Department of Education Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for vendor lock-in due to specialized testing services.
- Risk of technology obsolescence over the contract's long duration.
- Dependence on a single vendor for critical IT quality assurance.
- Need for robust performance monitoring to ensure value for money.
Tags
computer-systems-design-services, department-of-education, dc, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Education awarded $7.6 million to TECHNIK INC. THE PURPOSE OF THIS AWARD IS TO PROVIDE ENTERPRISE TESTING SERVICE SMALL APPLICATIONS, ENTERPRISE PERFORMANCE TESTING AND ENTERPRISE DEVSECOPS TESTING SUPPORT AT THE ENTERPRISE LEVEL.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is TECHNIK INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Education (Department of Education).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $7.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-03-20. End: 2026-12-09.
What is the specific breakdown of services within 'enterprise testing' and how do they align with current cybersecurity best practices?
The data specifies 'enterprise testing service small applications, enterprise performance testing and enterprise DevSecOps testing support'. This suggests a focus on application quality, load handling, and integrating security into the development lifecycle. Alignment with current cybersecurity best practices would depend on the detailed Statement of Work (SOW) and the vendor's adherence to standards like NIST or ISO 27001 within their DevSecOps processes.
How does the $7.6 million cost compare to industry benchmarks for similar enterprise-level IT testing services over a 4.5-year period?
Benchmarking this cost requires detailed comparison with similar contracts for enterprise-level performance and DevSecOps testing. Factors like the number of applications, complexity, specific testing tools used, and the vendor's overhead contribute to cost. Without a detailed SOW and market research data, a precise benchmark is difficult, but $7.6M over 4.5 years ($1.69M/year) for comprehensive enterprise IT testing is within a plausible range for a large federal agency.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the effectiveness of Technik Inc.'s testing services and ensure taxpayer value?
Key performance indicators (KPIs) are not detailed in the provided data. However, for enterprise testing services, effective KPIs would likely include metrics such as defect detection rates, test coverage achieved, reduction in production incidents post-testing, performance improvements (e.g., response times), and successful security vulnerability remediation. The Department of Education's contracting officer would monitor these KPIs.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Systems Design Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 12950 WORLDGATE DR STE 110, HERNDON, VA, 20170
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Indian (Subcontinent) American Owned Business, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $15,076,445
Exercised Options: $7,632,194
Current Obligation: $7,632,194
Actual Outlays: $6,256,507
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 47QTCB21D0041
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-03-20
Current End Date: 2026-12-09
Potential End Date: 2026-12-09 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-02-26
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