Air Force Awards $11.5M Contract for Cyber Services to 1 Mission Partners
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $11,533,725 ($11.5M)
Contractor: 1 Mission Partners
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2023-09-05
End Date: 2026-09-04
Contract Duration: 1,095 days
Daily Burn Rate: $10.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: PKH-BROOKS-BROWN-A2/6 ICE CYBER
Place of Performance
Location: JB ANDREWS, PRINCE GEORGES County, MARYLAND, 20762
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $11.5 million to 1 MISSION PARTNERS for work described as: PKH-BROOKS-BROWN-A2/6 ICE CYBER Key points: 1. Contract value of $11.5M over 3 years. 2. Competition was full and open after exclusion of sources. 3. Risk appears moderate given the service type and contract structure. 4. Spending is within the IT/Cyber sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $11.5M for 3 years suggests a reasonable annual spend of $3.8M. This appears competitive for specialized cyber services, though specific benchmarks are unavailable without more granular data.
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, indicating a robust price discovery process. This method generally leads to more competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process is expected to yield fair pricing, maximizing taxpayer value for essential cyber services.
Public Impact
Enhances Department of Defense cybersecurity capabilities. Supports critical Air Force operational needs. Provides specialized administrative management and general management consulting services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Firm fixed price contract type.
- Long-term contract for sustained support.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT and professional services sector, specifically focusing on administrative management and general management consulting for cybersecurity. Spending benchmarks for this niche are highly variable based on specific expertise required.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this specific award (sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if overall small business utilization goals are being met within the broader contracting landscape for these services.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is a delivery order under a larger contract, suggesting existing oversight mechanisms are in place. The firm fixed price structure provides cost control, and the duration allows for performance monitoring.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for limited competition due to 'exclusion of sources'.
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.
- Reliance on a single awardee for critical services.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-defense, md, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $11.5 million to 1 MISSION PARTNERS. PKH-BROOKS-BROWN-A2/6 ICE CYBER
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is 1 MISSION PARTNERS.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Air Force).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $11.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-09-05. End: 2026-09-04.
What is the specific scope of 'Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services' in this cyber context?
This likely encompasses strategic planning, policy development, organizational assessment, and process improvement related to cybersecurity operations. It could involve advising on best practices, risk management frameworks, and compliance, rather than direct technical implementation of cyber defenses.
How does the 'exclusion of sources' clause impact potential competition and pricing?
Excluding specific sources implies that while the competition was open, certain entities were pre-qualified or others were deliberately removed from consideration. This can sometimes limit the breadth of competition but may be justified if specific expertise or security clearances are required, potentially impacting price discovery.
What is the expected impact of this contract on the Air Force's overall cyber readiness?
This contract is expected to bolster the Air Force's cyber readiness by providing expert consulting services to improve management and administrative aspects of their cybersecurity posture. This support can lead to more efficient operations, better strategic alignment, and enhanced overall defense against cyber threats.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting 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: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2385 MOUNTAIN RD, HAYMARKET, VA, 20169
Business Categories: Black American Owned Business, Category Business, Minority Owned Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $16,209,210
Exercised Options: $11,546,725
Current Obligation: $11,533,725
Actual Outlays: $849,554
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: FA701423D0006
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-09-05
Current End Date: 2026-09-04
Potential End Date: 2028-09-04 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-09-09
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