EPA Spends $13.5M on IT Support for Databases and Modeling, Awarded to General Dynamics
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $13,538,984 ($13.5M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc
Awarding Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Start Date: 2006-09-06
End Date: 2008-04-20
Contract Duration: 592 days
Daily Burn Rate: $22.9K/day
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE
Sector: IT
Official Description: ORD APPLICATIONS & SCIENTIFIC SUPPORT: ADMINISTRATIVE AND SCIENTIFIC DATABASES, GIS, VISUALIZATION, STATISTICS, AND MODELING
Place of Performance
Location: ROCKVILLE, MONTGOMERY County, MARYLAND, 20850
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Environmental Protection Agency obligated $13.5 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC for work described as: ORD APPLICATIONS & SCIENTIFIC SUPPORT: ADMINISTRATIVE AND SCIENTIFIC DATABASES, GIS, VISUALIZATION, STATISTICS, AND MODELING Key points: 1. The contract awarded to General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. for $13.5M focuses on administrative and scientific databases, GIS, visualization, statistics, and modeling. 2. Competition details are not provided, making it difficult to assess if the pricing reflects market value. 3. The contract duration of 592 days (approx. 20 months) is relatively short for complex IT development. 4. This spending falls within the IT sector, supporting scientific and administrative functions of the EPA.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $13.5M over approximately 20 months suggests a significant investment in IT support. Without comparable contracts or detailed cost breakdowns, it's challenging to definitively assess if this pricing is competitive.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
The contract type is Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF), which can incentivize performance but may also lead to higher costs if not managed carefully. The lack of information on the competition method prevents an assessment of price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential IT infrastructure and support services for the Environmental Protection Agency. The effectiveness of this spending in achieving its objectives will determine the ultimate taxpayer impact.
Public Impact
Supports critical EPA functions related to environmental data management and scientific analysis. Investments in GIS and visualization tools can improve public understanding of environmental issues. The use of databases and modeling aids in regulatory decision-making and policy development.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition details
- Cost Plus Award Fee contract type can lead to cost overruns if not managed properly
Positive Signals
- Supports essential scientific and administrative functions
- Utilizes modern IT tools like GIS and visualization
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Information Technology sector, specifically supporting data management, scientific analysis, and visualization. IT spending for government agencies is crucial for operational efficiency and data-driven decision-making. Benchmarks for similar contracts would require more specific details on the scope of work.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication that small businesses were involved in this contract, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities for small business participation were explored.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which has established oversight mechanisms for its contracts. However, the specific oversight applied to this CPAF contract and its effectiveness are not detailed here.
Related Government Programs
- Environmental Protection Agency Contracting
- Environmental Protection Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of transparency in competition
- Potential for cost creep with CPAF contract type
- Limited information on performance outcomes
- No clear indication of small business participation
Tags
environmental-protection-agency, md, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Environmental Protection Agency awarded $13.5 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC. ORD APPLICATIONS & SCIENTIFIC SUPPORT: ADMINISTRATIVE AND SCIENTIFIC DATABASES, GIS, VISUALIZATION, STATISTICS, AND MODELING
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Environmental Protection Agency (Environmental Protection Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $13.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-09-06. End: 2008-04-20.
What was the specific scope of work for the administrative and scientific databases, GIS, visualization, statistics, and modeling services?
The provided data does not detail the specific scope of work. It broadly covers IT support for databases, GIS, visualization, statistics, and modeling. A more granular understanding of the tasks, deliverables, and technical requirements would be necessary to fully assess the value and effectiveness of the contract.
What were the key performance metrics and award fee criteria used in this Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) contract?
The data does not specify the key performance metrics or award fee criteria. For a CPAF contract, these are crucial for understanding how contractor performance was evaluated and how the 'award fee' portion of the contract was determined, directly impacting the final cost and contractor incentive.
Were there any performance issues or challenges encountered during the contract period (2006-2008)?
The provided data does not contain information regarding performance issues or challenges. Contract performance data, including any modifications, disputes, or contractor performance evaluations, would be necessary to assess the effectiveness and overall success of this engagement.
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Computer Sciences Corporation (UEI: 009581091)
Address: 15245 SHADY GROVE RD STE 200, ROCKVILLE, MD, 08
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $13,538,984
Exercised Options: $13,538,984
Current Obligation: $13,538,984
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 68W01032
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-09-06
Current End Date: 2008-04-20
Potential End Date: 2008-04-20 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2012-02-27
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