Leidos awarded $57M for C-IED analytical expertise to JIEDDO COIC

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $56,968,837 ($57.0M)

Contractor: Leidos, Inc.

Awarding Agency: General Services Administration

Start Date: 2012-06-21

End Date: 2017-06-20

Contract Duration: 1,825 days

Daily Burn Rate: $31.2K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 5

Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE

Sector: Other

Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF, THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO PROVIDE THE JIEDDO COIC WITH THE CONUS-BASED OPERATIONS, INTELLIGENCE, AND ANALYTICAL EXPERTISE NEEDED TO EFFECTIVELY SUPPORT THE COLLECTION, ANALYSIS, AND DISSEMINATION OF C-IED INFORMATION, TOOLS, AND TECHNIQUES TO DEFEAT HUMAN ENEMY NETWORKS THAT EMPLOY IEDS.

Place of Performance

Location: RESTON, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 20190

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

General Services Administration obligated $57.0 million to LEIDOS, INC. for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF, THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO PROVIDE THE JIEDDO COIC WITH THE CONUS-BASED OPERATIONS, INTELLIGENCE, AND ANALYTICAL EXPERTISE NEEDED TO EFFECTIVELY SUPPORT THE COLLECTION, ANALYSIS, AND DISSEMINATION OF C-IED INFORMATION, TOOLS, AND TECHNIQUES TO DEFEAT HUMAN… Key points: 1. Contract supports critical Counter-Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) intelligence and analysis. 2. Leidos, Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. Significant contract value suggests substantial operational support. 4. Service category is Business Support Services, indicating a focus on expertise and analysis rather than physical goods.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract type is Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF), which allows for contractor reimbursement of costs plus a fee that is based on performance. This can lead to higher costs if performance targets are not well-defined or if award criteria are subjective.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the specific award type is a Delivery Order, which might be part of a larger indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract, and the details of the original IDIQ competition are not provided here.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used to procure specialized analytical and intelligence support for a critical national security mission.

Public Impact

Enhances national security by supporting efforts to defeat IED threats. Provides crucial intelligence and analytical capabilities to combat enemy networks. Supports military and civilian personnel involved in counter-IED operations. Potential for improved effectiveness in identifying and disrupting IED emplacement.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

  • Potential for cost overruns with CPAF contract type.
  • Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.
  • Long contract duration (5 years) may not adapt to evolving threats.

Positive Signals

  • Addresses a critical national security need (C-IED).
  • Awarded under full and open competition.
  • Supports a vital government agency (JIEDDO COIC).

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under Business Support Services, specifically focusing on intelligence and analytical expertise. Spending in this sector often supports government operations, research, and program management, with benchmarks varying widely based on the specific services required.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses (ss: false, sb: false). This suggests the prime contractor is a large business, and any small business participation would be at the subcontracting level, which is not detailed here.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight would typically be managed by the JIEDDO COIC and the contracting officer at GSA. The CPAF structure necessitates performance monitoring to ensure the award fee is justified and taxpayer funds are used efficiently.

Related Government Programs

  • All Other Business Support Services
  • General Services Administration Contracting
  • Federal Acquisition Service Programs

Risk Flags

  • Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) contract type can lead to higher costs if not managed properly.
  • Lack of detailed performance metrics in the provided data hinders assessment of effectiveness.
  • Long contract duration may not be agile enough for rapidly evolving threat landscapes.
  • No indication of small business participation at the prime contract level.

Tags

all-other-business-support-services, general-services-administration, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

General Services Administration awarded $57.0 million to LEIDOS, INC.. IGF::OT::IGF, THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO PROVIDE THE JIEDDO COIC WITH THE CONUS-BASED OPERATIONS, INTELLIGENCE, AND ANALYTICAL EXPERTISE NEEDED TO EFFECTIVELY SUPPORT THE COLLECTION, ANALYSIS, AND DISSEMINATION OF C-IED INFORMATION, TOOLS, AND TECHNIQUES TO DEFEAT HUMAN ENEMY NETWORKS THAT EMPLOY IEDS.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is LEIDOS, INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $57.0 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2012-06-21. End: 2017-06-20.

What specific performance metrics are used to determine the award fee for Leidos under this CPAF contract, and how are they aligned with JIEDDO's mission objectives?

The provided data does not specify the performance metrics used for the Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF). Typically, these metrics would be detailed in the contract's Performance Work Statement (PWS) and would relate directly to the quality, timeliness, and effectiveness of the intelligence analysis and support provided. Effective oversight requires clear, measurable objectives tied to JIEDDO's mission to defeat IEDs and human enemy networks.

Given the 'full and open competition' designation, what was the competitive landscape for this specific task order, and were there any unique factors that led to Leidos being the sole awardee?

While designated 'full and open competition,' the specifics of the bidding process for this particular task order are not detailed. It's possible that multiple bids were received, but Leidos's proposal was deemed the most advantageous based on technical merit, past performance, and price. Alternatively, if this is a delivery order under a pre-existing IDIQ, the competition might have occurred during the initial IDIQ award phase.

How does the $57 million contract value compare to historical spending on similar C-IED intelligence and analytical support services, and does it represent efficient use of taxpayer funds?

Without specific benchmarks for C-IED intelligence and analytical support, it's difficult to definitively state if $57 million over five years is efficient. However, the significant value suggests a substantial and ongoing requirement. A thorough analysis would compare this contract's cost per unit of service or outcome against similar contracts awarded by other agencies or in different timeframes to assess value for money.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation ServicesBusiness Support ServicesAll Other Business Support Services

Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT)PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 5

Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE (R)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Leidos Holdings, Inc. (UEI: 611641312)

Address: 1710 SAIC DR, MCLEAN, VA, 22102

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $76,181,776

Exercised Options: $60,078,450

Current Obligation: $56,968,837

Actual Outlays: $-131,042

Contract Characteristics

Multi-Year Contract: Yes

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: YES

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GST0012AJ0039

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline

Start Date: 2012-06-21

Current End Date: 2017-06-20

Potential End Date: 2017-06-20 00:00:00

Last Modified: 2018-01-03

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