GSA awards $39.4M for IT infrastructure support to Catapult Technology, Ltd
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $39,431,899 ($39.4M)
Contractor: Catapult Technology, Ltd.
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2007-03-01
End Date: 2009-04-09
Contract Duration: 770 days
Daily Burn Rate: $51.2K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 10
Pricing Type: COMBINATION (TWO OR MORE)
Sector: IT
Official Description: THE OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO ESTABLISH AND SUSTAIN EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT MANAGED LIFE CYCLE SUPPORT OF GSA'S IT INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES.
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20405
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $39.4 million to CATAPULT TECHNOLOGY, LTD. for work described as: THE OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO ESTABLISH AND SUSTAIN EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT MANAGED LIFE CYCLE SUPPORT OF GSA'S IT INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES. Key points: 1. Contract focuses on managed life cycle support for GSA's IT infrastructure. 2. Awardee: Catapult Technology, Ltd. 3. Contract type: Competitive Delivery Order. 4. Duration: 770 days. 5. Sector: Information Technology.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $39.4M over approximately 2 years suggests a moderate level of investment for IT infrastructure support. Benchmarking against similar GSA IT support contracts would be necessary for a precise value assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
This was a competitive delivery order, indicating that multiple vendors likely had the opportunity to bid. The competitive nature should have driven price discovery, though the specific pricing mechanisms are not detailed.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential IT infrastructure support, aiming for efficiency. The competitive award process suggests an effort to secure reasonable pricing.
Public Impact
Ensures continuity of critical IT services for the General Services Administration. Supports the operational efficiency of a key federal agency. Potential for improved IT infrastructure management and cost savings.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics.
- Limited detail on cost-saving mechanisms.
- Potential for vendor lock-in if not managed carefully.
Positive Signals
- Competitive award process.
- Focus on managed life cycle support.
- Established IT infrastructure services.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically custom computer programming and IT infrastructure management. Spending benchmarks for similar GSA IT support contracts would provide further context on the $39.4M award.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved as subcontractors or prime contractors in this award. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The competitive delivery order structure implies oversight through the contracting process. However, details on ongoing performance monitoring and accountability mechanisms are not provided.
Related Government Programs
- Custom Computer Programming Services
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Limited transparency on cost-effectiveness.
- Potential for scope creep without clear definition.
- Dependency on a single vendor for critical infrastructure.
Tags
custom-computer-programming-services, general-services-administration, dc, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $39.4 million to CATAPULT TECHNOLOGY, LTD.. THE OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO ESTABLISH AND SUSTAIN EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT MANAGED LIFE CYCLE SUPPORT OF GSA'S IT INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CATAPULT TECHNOLOGY, LTD..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $39.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-03-01. End: 2009-04-09.
What specific performance metrics were established to measure the effectiveness of the managed life cycle support?
The provided data does not specify the performance metrics used to evaluate the effectiveness of the managed life cycle support. A thorough review of the contract's Statement of Work (SOW) and any associated performance work statements (PWS) would be required to identify these metrics and assess how vendor performance was measured against them.
How does the per-unit cost of this IT infrastructure support compare to industry benchmarks or similar government contracts?
A direct per-unit cost benchmark is not available from the provided data. The total award value of $39.4M for 770 days of service needs to be broken down into specific service components (e.g., server maintenance, network support, help desk) to compare against industry or government IT service cost data.
What was the primary driver for selecting Catapult Technology, Ltd. over other potential competitors, beyond the competitive bidding process?
While the award was competitive, the specific factors that made Catapult Technology, Ltd. the winning bidder are not detailed. Typically, such decisions are based on a combination of technical approach, past performance, management capability, and price. The evaluation criteria outlined in the original solicitation would provide insight into these drivers.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Custom Computer Programming Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: A06S47T0040
Offers Received: 10
Pricing Type: COMBINATION (TWO OR MORE) (2)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 7500 OLD GEORGETOWN RD STE 1100, BETHESDA, MD, 08
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $200,333,850
Exercised Options: $39,431,899
Current Obligation: $39,431,899
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS06F0334Z
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-03-01
Current End Date: 2009-04-09
Potential End Date: 2009-04-09 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2012-11-15
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