GSA awards $27.8M contract to EPS Corporation for wired telecommunications services over 5 years
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $22,741,343 ($22.7M)
Contractor: EPS Corporation
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2006-02-27
End Date: 2012-04-30
Contract Duration: 2,254 days
Daily Burn Rate: $10.1K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: THIS ORDER IS HEREBY ISSUED FOR SERVICES AS PROPOSED UNDER EPS'S PRICE AND TECHNICAL PROPOSALS DATED 11/30/05 IN RESPONSE TO SOW FOR GSA ORDER ID 4THX21053090 (SEE PROPOSAL FOR FURTHER DETAILS). THIS IS A TIME&MATERIALS TASK ORDER. THE NOT-TO-EXCEED CEILING FOR THIS ACTION IS $270,192.31. THIS ORDER WILL BE INCREMENTALLY FUNDED. THIS ORDER IS COMPOSED OF A 12-MONTH BASE PERIOD AND FOUR, ONE-YEAR OPTION PERIODS. ESTIMATED VALUE OF EACH PERIOD IS: BASE PERIOD - $5,235,564.33 OPTION I - $5,392,631.34 OPTION II - $5,554,410.48 OPTION III - $5,721,042.96 OPTION IV - $5,892,674.04 TOTAL ESTIMATED ORDER VALUE - $27,796,323.15
Place of Performance
Location: FORT BENNING, CHATTAHOOCHEE County, GEORGIA, 31905
State: Georgia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $22.7 million to EPS CORPORATION for work described as: THIS ORDER IS HEREBY ISSUED FOR SERVICES AS PROPOSED UNDER EPS'S PRICE AND TECHNICAL PROPOSALS DATED 11/30/05 IN RESPONSE TO SOW FOR GSA ORDER ID 4THX21053090 (SEE PROPOSAL FOR FURTHER DETAILS). THIS IS A TIME&MATERIALS TASK ORDER. THE NOT-TO-EXCEED CEILING FOR THIS ACTION IS $27… Key points: 1. The contract has a total estimated value of $27.8 million, covering a 12-month base period and four one-year option periods. 2. This is a competitive delivery order, indicating multiple bids were considered. 3. The contract is for wired telecommunications carriers services, a critical infrastructure component. 4. The contract is incrementally funded, with a not-to-exceed ceiling of $270,192.31 for this specific action.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract's estimated value of $27.8 million over five years appears reasonable for comprehensive wired telecommunications services. Benchmarking against similar large-scale telecommunications contracts would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Awarded as a competitive delivery order, this suggests a robust price discovery process. The use of competitive bidding generally leads to more favorable pricing for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of this award is expected to yield cost savings for taxpayers compared to a sole-source or limited competition scenario.
Public Impact
Ensures continued connectivity and communication infrastructure for federal agencies. Supports the operational needs of the General Services Administration's Federal Acquisition Service. Provides essential telecommunications services that underpin various government functions. The long-term nature of the contract offers stability for service provision.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Incremental funding requires careful monitoring to ensure sufficient funds are allocated throughout the contract term.
- The 'not-to-exceed' ceiling for the initial action is relatively low compared to the total estimated value, suggesting potential for significant future task orders.
Positive Signals
- Competitive award process likely secured favorable pricing.
- Long-term contract provides service continuity.
- Clear definition of services under the SOW.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT and telecommunications sector, specifically wired telecommunications carriers. Spending in this sector is substantial as agencies rely on robust communication networks.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses (sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business subcontracting opportunities were included or pursued.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is managed under the General Services Administration, which has established oversight mechanisms. However, the incremental funding and multiple option periods necessitate diligent monitoring of expenditures and performance.
Related Government Programs
- Wired Telecommunications Carriers
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for funding gaps if future appropriations are not secured.
- Need for robust oversight to manage incremental funding and task orders.
- Reliance on a single contractor for a critical service over a long period.
- Lack of small business participation noted in the award data.
Tags
wired-telecommunications-carriers, general-services-administration, ga, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $22.7 million to EPS CORPORATION. THIS ORDER IS HEREBY ISSUED FOR SERVICES AS PROPOSED UNDER EPS'S PRICE AND TECHNICAL PROPOSALS DATED 11/30/05 IN RESPONSE TO SOW FOR GSA ORDER ID 4THX21053090 (SEE PROPOSAL FOR FURTHER DETAILS). THIS IS A TIME&MATERIALS TASK ORDER. THE NOT-TO-EXCEED CEILING FOR THIS ACTION IS $270,192.31. THIS ORDER WILL BE INCREMENTALLY FUNDED. THIS ORDER IS COMPOSED OF A 12-MONTH BASE PERIOD AND FOUR, ONE-YEAR OPTION PERIODS. ESTIMATED VALUE OF EACH PERIOD IS: BASE PERIOD - $5,235,564.33 OPTION I - $5,392,63
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is EPS CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $22.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-02-27. End: 2012-04-30.
What specific wired telecommunications services are included in the SOW, and how do they align with current federal IT infrastructure needs?
The Statement of Work (SOW) details the specific requirements for wired telecommunications services, likely encompassing installation, maintenance, and support of network infrastructure. These services are crucial for ensuring reliable data and voice communication across federal agencies, supporting everything from daily operations to critical mission functions. Alignment with current needs involves ensuring the services support evolving technologies and security protocols.
What is the rationale behind the incremental funding approach, and what are the potential risks associated with it?
Incremental funding is often used for multi-year contracts to allow agencies to obligate funds incrementally as they become available, typically on an annual basis. This mitigates the risk of obligating large sums upfront for services not yet rendered. However, it carries the risk that future funding may not be appropriated, potentially leading to contract termination or disruption of services.
How will the government ensure continued cost-effectiveness and performance throughout the five-year contract period, especially with multiple option periods?
The government will ensure cost-effectiveness and performance through regular contract reviews, performance metrics outlined in the SOW, and potentially exercising price re-determination clauses if applicable. The competitive nature of the initial award sets a baseline, and ongoing monitoring of market rates and vendor performance will be crucial. Exercising option periods will depend on satisfactory performance and continued need.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Information › Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite) › Wired Telecommunications Carriers
Product/Service Code: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT (INCLD FIRMWARE) SOFTWARE,SUPPLIES& SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION
Solicitation ID: 4THX21053090
Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 78 APPLE ST, TINTON FALLS, NJ, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $28,692,591
Exercised Options: $28,664,954
Current Obligation: $22,741,343
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS00T03AHD0003
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-02-27
Current End Date: 2012-04-30
Potential End Date: 2012-04-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2013-10-23
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