DOJ's $79.6M E-World IT Support Contract Awarded to NTT DATA Federal Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $79,590,251 ($79.6M)
Contractor: NTT Data Federal Services, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Justice
Start Date: 2016-08-01
End Date: 2017-07-31
Contract Duration: 364 days
Daily Burn Rate: $218.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: IT
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF EOIR EWORLD IT SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: HERNDON, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 20171
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Justice obligated $79.6 million to NTT DATA FEDERAL SERVICES, INC. for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF EOIR EWORLD IT SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract value of $79.6M for IT support services. 2. Awarded via full and open competition. 3. Potential risk in time and materials pricing structure. 4. IT services sector with custom computer programming focus.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's time and materials pricing could lead to cost overruns if not closely managed. Benchmarking against similar custom computer programming services is difficult without detailed task breakdowns.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the time and materials pricing model may not guarantee the most cost-effective outcome for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers may face increased costs due to the potential for unmanaged expenditures under a time and materials contract.
Public Impact
Ensures continued IT support for the Department of Justice's EOIR. Potential for cost inefficiencies due to the pricing structure. Competition ensures a baseline level of market-driven pricing.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials Pricing
- Lack of Fixed Price Components
Positive Signals
- Full and Open Competition
- Established IT Support Services
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically custom computer programming. Spending in this sector is substantial across government, with significant variation based on complexity and duration.
Small Business Impact
The contract data does not indicate any specific set-asides for small businesses, suggesting larger prime contractors are likely involved.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would focus on monitoring labor hours and material costs to prevent overspending under the time and materials contract.
Related Government Programs
- Custom Computer Programming Services
- Department of Justice Contracting
- Offices, Boards and Divisions Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to T&M pricing.
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown for benchmarking.
- Limited visibility into specific labor rates.
- Risk of scope creep without strict management.
Tags
custom-computer-programming-services, department-of-justice, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Justice awarded $79.6 million to NTT DATA FEDERAL SERVICES, INC.. IGF::OT::IGF EOIR EWORLD IT SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is NTT DATA FEDERAL SERVICES, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Justice (Offices, Boards and Divisions).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $79.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2016-08-01. End: 2017-07-31.
What was the estimated cost per hour or the average loaded labor rate for the services provided under this contract?
The provided data does not specify the estimated cost per hour or the average loaded labor rate. As a time and materials contract, these rates would be crucial for assessing value and controlling costs. Without them, it's difficult to benchmark against industry standards or identify potential overpricing.
How effectively did the full and open competition process ensure competitive pricing for these custom IT support services?
While full and open competition generally promotes competitive pricing, the time and materials (T&M) pricing structure introduces inherent uncertainty. The government relies on the competitive bids for the hourly rates and material markups, but the total cost is ultimately driven by the hours expended, which can be less predictable than fixed-price arrangements.
What specific IT support functions were covered under this contract, and how critical are they to the EOIR's mission?
The contract covers 'E-World IT Support Services' for the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) within the Department of Justice. These services are likely critical for maintaining the operational infrastructure that supports immigration proceedings, case management systems, and related IT functions essential for the agency's mission.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Custom Computer Programming 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
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation
Address: 8100 BOONE BLVD STE 400, VIENNA, VA, 22182
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $79,590,251
Exercised Options: $79,590,251
Current Obligation: $79,590,251
Actual Outlays: $50,535,013
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS35F4953G
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2016-08-01
Current End Date: 2017-07-31
Potential End Date: 2022-02-11 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2024-09-12
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