GSA awards $13.8M for Engine Management Technical Support to Leidos, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $13,851,192 ($13.9M)
Contractor: Leidos, Inc.
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2005-02-06
End Date: 2010-03-31
Contract Duration: 1,879 days
Daily Burn Rate: $7.4K/day
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: IT
Official Description: COMPREHENSIVE ENGINE MANAGEMENT TECHNICAL SUPPORT (CEMS)
Place of Performance
Location: OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA County, OKLAHOMA, 73145
State: Oklahoma Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $13.9 million to LEIDOS, INC. for work described as: COMPREHENSIVE ENGINE MANAGEMENT TECHNICAL SUPPORT (CEMS) Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Leidos, Inc. for $13.8 million. 2. Service category is Computer Facilities Management Services (NAICS 541513). 3. Contract duration was 1879 days. 4. No small business participation noted. 5. Contract type was Time and Materials.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract was awarded using a Time and Materials pricing structure, which can lead to cost overruns if not closely managed. The total award value of $13.8 million over nearly five years suggests a moderate but potentially variable cost per year.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
The competition method is not specified, but the contract duration and service type suggest it could have been competed. However, without details on the solicitation and award process, it's difficult to assess the effectiveness of price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: The $13.8 million expenditure represents taxpayer funds allocated for essential technical support services. The value for money depends on the effectiveness and efficiency of the services provided by Leidos.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operation of critical engine management systems. Supports federal agencies reliant on these technical services. Potential for cost savings through efficient technical support. Impact on government's ability to maintain technological infrastructure.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials contract type can lead to cost uncertainty.
- Lack of small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Long-term support provided for critical systems.
- Award to established contractor (Leidos).
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under IT services, specifically Computer Facilities Management. Spending in this sector is substantial across government, with benchmarks varying widely based on service complexity and duration. The $13.8M over 5 years is a moderate investment for specialized technical support.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract did not involve small business participation. This could be due to the specialized nature of the services required or a lack of targeted outreach to small businesses for this specific requirement.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically involve contract performance reviews, milestone tracking, and financial audits by the GSA to ensure services meet requirements and costs are justified. The 'OK' status suggests no major issues were flagged during its active period.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Facilities Management Services
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to T&M pricing.
- Lack of transparency on competition and price discovery.
- No small business participation noted.
- Limited insight into specific performance metrics and outcomes.
Tags
computer-facilities-management-services, general-services-administration, ok, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $13.9 million to LEIDOS, INC.. COMPREHENSIVE ENGINE MANAGEMENT TECHNICAL SUPPORT (CEMS)
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 $13.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2005-02-06. End: 2010-03-31.
What was the specific technical support provided under CEMS, and how did it contribute to agency missions?
The Comprehensive Engine Management Technical Support (CEMS) contract likely provided specialized IT and technical services related to the management, maintenance, and operation of engine management systems. This support would be crucial for agencies operating fleets of vehicles or machinery, ensuring system reliability, performance, and potentially safety. The exact contribution to agency missions would depend on the specific systems supported and their operational criticality.
Were there any cost variances or overruns associated with the Time and Materials contract, and how were they managed?
Given the Time and Materials (T&M) contract type, there is an inherent risk of cost overruns if labor hours and material costs are not strictly monitored and controlled. Without specific post-award financial reports or audit findings, it's impossible to definitively state if cost variances occurred. Effective oversight by GSA would have involved regular reviews of invoices, labor rates, and material costs against the contract's ceiling and estimated values.
How effective was the competition for this contract in achieving fair and reasonable pricing for the government?
The provided data does not specify the competitive landscape or the number of bids received for this contract. Therefore, assessing the effectiveness of competition in achieving fair and reasonable pricing is not possible. A 'fair and reasonable' price determination typically relies on competitive quotes or market research, neither of which is detailed here. The 'unknown' competition status highlights a gap in understanding the procurement's value.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Facilities Management Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Leidos Holdings, Inc. (UEI: 611641312)
Address: 10302 EATON PLACE, SUITE 150, FAIRFAX, VA, 11
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $13,851,642
Exercised Options: $13,851,192
Current Obligation: $13,851,192
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS07T00BGD0028
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2005-02-06
Current End Date: 2010-03-31
Potential End Date: 2010-03-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2012-05-07
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