DOJ Awards $26.8M for Litigation Support Services to Leidos, Inc. Under Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $26,831,267 ($26.8M)
Contractor: Leidos, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Justice
Start Date: 2013-11-26
End Date: 2021-04-09
Contract Duration: 2,691 days
Daily Burn Rate: $10.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::CT::IGF THIS CONTRACT WILL BE USED TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL LITIGATION SUPPORT PRODUCTS AND SERVICES TO THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND OTHER FEDERAL AGENCIES ON AN INDEFINITE DELIVERY, INDEFINITE QUANTITY TASK ORDER BASIS. INDIVIDUAL TASK ORDERS ISSUED UNDER THIS CONTRACT MAY SUPPORT ANY DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE ORGANIZATION OR FEDERAL AGENCY ON A LOCAL AND/OR NATIONWIDE BASIS. SERVICES MAY BE REQUIRED ANYWHERE IN OR OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES AND ITS TERRITORIES. THIS CONTRACT WILL ALSO BE USED TO SUPPORT CASE- OR INVESTIGATION-RELATED ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS
Place of Performance
Location: GAITHERSBURG, MONTGOMERY County, MARYLAND, 20878
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Justice obligated $26.8 million to LEIDOS, INC. for work described as: IGF::CT::IGF THIS CONTRACT WILL BE USED TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL LITIGATION SUPPORT PRODUCTS AND SERVICES TO THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND OTHER FEDERAL AGENCIES ON AN INDEFINITE DELIVERY, INDEFINITE QUANTITY TASK ORDER BASIS. INDIVIDUAL TASK ORDERS ISSUED UNDER THIS CONTRACT MAY… Key points: 1. Leidos, Inc. secured a significant contract for comprehensive litigation support services. 2. The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. 3. Services are broadly defined and can be deployed nationwide or internationally, posing logistical complexities. 4. The indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) structure allows for flexible task order issuance.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $26.8 million over its period of performance appears reasonable for extensive litigation support services. Benchmarking against similar large-scale legal support contracts would provide a more precise assessment of value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The award was made under full and open competition, suggesting multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives best value.
Taxpayer Impact: Competitive bidding likely resulted in fair market pricing, maximizing taxpayer value for essential legal support services.
Public Impact
Essential legal support for the Department of Justice and other federal agencies. Services can be deployed globally, supporting critical national and international legal matters. The contract's flexibility allows for rapid response to evolving legal needs. Potential for significant impact on ongoing investigations and litigation outcomes.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Broad service scope could lead to cost overruns if not managed tightly.
- International deployment adds complexity and potential for unforeseen expenses.
- Reliance on a single awardee for diverse litigation needs.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- IDIQ structure provides flexibility and responsiveness.
- Supports critical functions of multiple federal agencies.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional services, specifically legal services. Spending in this sector is often driven by litigation volume and the complexity of legal cases faced by government agencies.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses, as the 'sb' field is false. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was incorporated through subcontracting.
Oversight & Accountability
The IDIQ structure with multiple task orders necessitates robust oversight to ensure adherence to scope, cost, and performance standards across all issued orders.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Legal Services
- Department of Justice Contracting
- Offices, Boards and Divisions Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to T&M pricing.
- Logistical and cost risks associated with international service delivery.
- Complexity in managing diverse task orders under one IDIQ.
- Lack of specific performance metrics in the provided data.
- No indication of small business subcontracting opportunities.
Tags
all-other-legal-services, department-of-justice, md, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Justice awarded $26.8 million to LEIDOS, INC.. IGF::CT::IGF THIS CONTRACT WILL BE USED TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL LITIGATION SUPPORT PRODUCTS AND SERVICES TO THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE AND OTHER FEDERAL AGENCIES ON AN INDEFINITE DELIVERY, INDEFINITE QUANTITY TASK ORDER BASIS. INDIVIDUAL TASK ORDERS ISSUED UNDER THIS CONTRACT MAY SUPPORT ANY DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE ORGANIZATION OR FEDERAL AGENCY ON A LOCAL AND/OR NATIONWIDE BASIS. SERVICES MAY BE REQUIRED ANYWHERE IN OR OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES AND ITS TERRITORIES. THIS CONTRACT WILL ALSO BE U
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LEIDOS, 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 $26.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2013-11-26. End: 2021-04-09.
How effectively are the services provided under this contract meeting the specific litigation needs of the Department of Justice and other federal agencies?
Assessing the effectiveness requires reviewing performance metrics from individual task orders, client satisfaction surveys, and any documented instances where the support significantly contributed to case resolution or investigation success. Without specific performance data, effectiveness remains an assumption based on the vendor's general capabilities.
What are the potential risks associated with the broad geographical scope and the indefinite nature of the task orders?
The broad scope introduces risks related to logistical challenges, varying legal compliance requirements across jurisdictions, and potential cost increases for travel and on-site support. The indefinite nature of task orders carries a risk of scope creep and difficulty in long-term resource planning and budget forecasting for the government.
Does the 'Time and Materials' pricing model for task orders present a risk of cost escalation compared to fixed-price contracts?
Time and Materials (T&M) contracts can pose a risk of cost escalation if not closely monitored, as they reimburse actual labor hours and material costs. Effective oversight, clear task order definitions, and strong negotiation are crucial to mitigate this risk and ensure costs remain reasonable and aligned with project scope.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Legal Services › All Other Legal Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
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: Leidos Holdings, Inc.
Address: 700 N FREDERICK AVE, GAITHERSBURG, MD, 20879
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $26,831,267
Exercised Options: $26,831,267
Current Obligation: $26,831,267
Actual Outlays: $5,408,638
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DJJ13C2441
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2013-11-26
Current End Date: 2021-04-09
Potential End Date: 2021-04-09 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2022-07-14
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