GSA Awards $13.7M IT Programming Services Contract to Leidos, Inc. Under Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $13,720,633 ($13.7M)
Contractor: Leidos, Inc.
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2004-12-22
End Date: 2010-02-12
Contract Duration: 1,878 days
Daily Burn Rate: $7.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: IT
Official Description: IT PROGRAMMING SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: ATLANTA, DEKALB County, GEORGIA, 30333, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
State: Georgia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $13.7 million to LEIDOS, INC. for work described as: IT PROGRAMMING SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Leidos, Inc. for IT Programming Services. 2. Total value of the contract is $13.7 million. 3. Procurement method was full and open competition. 4. Contract duration was 1878 days, ending in 2010.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $13.7 million over approximately 5 years for IT programming services is moderate. Benchmarking against similar contracts is difficult without more specific service details, but the duration suggests a substantial, ongoing need.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a broad solicitation process. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and allows for a wide range of potential contractors to bid, leading to potentially better price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition aims to secure the best value for taxpayers by fostering a competitive environment that drives down costs and improves service quality.
Public Impact
Taxpayers likely benefited from competitive bidding for IT programming services. The contract supported federal IT infrastructure and operations. Leidos, Inc. provided essential IT support to a government agency.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract ended in 2010, making current pricing benchmarks difficult.
- Lack of specific service details limits detailed value assessment.
- No indication of small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Contract duration suggests a sustained need for services.
- Leidos is a well-established government contractor.
Sector Analysis
IT programming services are a critical component of federal operations, supporting a wide range of agency functions. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on agency needs, technological advancements, and project scope.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a stated factor in this contract award, as the 'sb' field is false. Further analysis would be needed to determine if any subcontracting opportunities were mandated or utilized.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was managed by the General Services Administration (GSA), a key agency for federal procurement oversight. The use of full and open competition suggests a standard oversight process was followed.
Related Government Programs
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Contract expired in 2010, limiting current relevance.
- Lack of detailed service description hinders analysis.
- No information on specific performance outcomes.
- No explicit mention of small business utilization.
Tags
general-services-administration, ga, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $13.7 million to LEIDOS, INC.. IT PROGRAMMING SERVICES
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 $13.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2004-12-22. End: 2010-02-12.
What was the specific nature of the IT programming services provided under this contract?
The provided data identifies the service as 'IT PROGRAMMING SERVICES' but lacks granular detail. These services could range from software development and maintenance to system integration and cybersecurity programming. Understanding the specific tasks is crucial for a precise value assessment and comparison to industry benchmarks.
How did the final negotiated price compare to initial bids received during the full and open competition?
While the contract was awarded under full and open competition, the data does not specify the number of bids received or the final negotiated price relative to initial offers. A comprehensive review would require access to the bid tabulation and negotiation records to assess the effectiveness of price discovery and taxpayer value.
What was the impact of this contract on the agency's IT modernization efforts or operational efficiency?
The contract's duration of nearly five years suggests it played a significant role in the agency's IT operations. However, without specific performance metrics or project outcomes, it's challenging to quantify the direct impact on modernization or efficiency. Post-award performance reviews would be necessary for this assessment.
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 4TCB75043360
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Leidos Holdings, Inc. (UEI: 611641312)
Address: 10260 CAMPUS POINT DR, SAN DIEGO, CA, 92121
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $13,720,633
Exercised Options: $13,720,633
Current Obligation: $13,720,633
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS09K99BHD0010
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2004-12-22
Current End Date: 2010-02-12
Potential End Date: 2010-02-12 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2015-08-06
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