DoD Awards $23.2M IT Contract to Beta Analytics, Inc. for Central Processing Units

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $23,196,314 ($23.2M)

Contractor: Mantech Advanced Systems International, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2003-12-23

End Date: 2007-12-23

Contract Duration: 1,461 days

Daily Burn Rate: $15.9K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS

Sector: IT

Official Description: 200403!000325!9700!HC1013!DEFENSE INFO. TECHNOLOGY CONTRAC!GS07F0190L !C!N! !N!HC101304F5090! !20031223!20041222!130440241!130440241!130440241!N!BETA ANALYTICS, INC !9600 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE !UPPER MARLBORO !MD!20772!79875!033!24!UPPER MARLBORO !PRINCE GEORGE S !MARYLAND !+000004124426!N!N!000000000000!7022!ADP CENTRL PROCESSING UNIT (CPU, COMPUTER), HYBRID!S1 !SERVICES !000 !* !541519!E! !6! ! ! ! ! !99990909!B!F!N! ! !A! ! ! !000! ! ! ! ! ! ! !Y!B!N!N! ! ! ! ! ! !00 ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !H9CI01!0001! !

Place of Performance

Location: UPPER MARLBORO, PRINCE GEORGES County, MARYLAND, 20772

State: Maryland Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $23.2 million to MANTECH ADVANCED SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC. for work described as: 200403!000325!9700!HC1013!DEFENSE INFO. TECHNOLOGY CONTRAC!GS07F0190L !C!N! !N!HC101304F5090! !20031223!20041222!130440241!130440241!130440241!N!BETA ANALYTICS, INC !9600 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE !UPPER MARLBORO !MD!20772!79875!033!24!UPPER MARLBORO !PRIN… Key points: 1. The contract, valued at $23.2 million, was awarded to Beta Analytics, Inc. for ADP Central Processing Units (CPUs). 2. Competition was full and open, with ManTech Advanced Systems International, Inc. listed as a competitor. 3. The contract duration is 4 years, with a start date of December 23, 2003, and an end date of December 22, 2007. 4. The primary sector for this spending is Information Technology, specifically related to computer hardware and processing units.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $23,196,314.08 for CPUs appears to be within a reasonable range for IT hardware procurement, though specific unit pricing is not detailed.

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 that likely led to a fair market price discovery.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for necessary IT equipment.

Public Impact

This contract supports the Department of Defense's information technology infrastructure, crucial for national security operations. The procurement of central processing units directly impacts the operational capabilities of military systems and personnel. The duration of the contract suggests a long-term need for these IT components within the DoD.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Contract duration extends beyond the initial award year, potentially locking in pricing.
Specific details on the type and quantity of CPUs are not fully elaborated.
The contract type is Time and Materials, which can sometimes lead to cost overruns if not managed closely.

Positive Signals

Awarded under full and open competition.
Supports critical defense information technology infrastructure.
Contract value is clearly stated.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the IT sector, specifically focusing on computer hardware. Spending benchmarks for similar DoD IT hardware procurements would be relevant for a deeper analysis.

Small Business Impact

There is no indication that small businesses were involved in this specific contract award, either as prime contractors or subcontractors.

Oversight & Accountability

The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency, is responsible for overseeing this contract. Standard procurement oversight processes should apply.

Related Government Programs

Engineering Services
Department of Defense Contracting
Defense Information Systems Agency Programs

Risk Flags

Contract duration is 4 years.
Time and Materials contract type.
Limited detail on specific hardware models and quantities.
Potential for cost escalation with T&M contracts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $23.2 million to MANTECH ADVANCED SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC.. 200403!000325!9700!HC1013!DEFENSE INFO. TECHNOLOGY CONTRAC!GS07F0190L !C!N! !N!HC101304F5090! !20031223!20041222!130440241!130440241!130440241!N!BETA ANALYTICS, INC !9600 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE !UPPER MARLBORO !MD!20772!79875!033!24!UPPER MARLBORO !PRINCE GEORGE S !MARYLAND !+000004124426!N!N!000000000000!7022!ADP CENTRL PROCESSING UNIT (CPU, COMPUTER), HYBRID!S1 !SERVICES !000 !* !541519!E! !6! ! ! ! ! !999

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is MANTECH ADVANCED SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Information Systems Agency).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $23.2 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2003-12-23. End: 2007-12-23.

What is the specific quantity and model of the Central Processing Units being procured under this contract?

The provided data specifies 'ADP CENTRL PROCESSING UNIT (CPU, COMPUTER), HYBRID' but does not detail the exact quantity or specific models. Further investigation into contract line item details would be necessary to ascertain this information, which is crucial for a precise value assessment.

How does the awarded price compare to market rates for similar CPU hardware during the contract period?

Without specific model numbers and quantities, a direct comparison is difficult. However, the contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting the price was deemed competitive. Benchmarking against other government or commercial procurements of comparable IT hardware from 2003-2007 would be needed for a thorough analysis.

What are the performance metrics or service level agreements associated with these CPUs?

The data does not explicitly detail performance metrics or service level agreements for the CPUs. Typically, IT hardware contracts include specifications for performance, reliability, and support. These would likely be found in the detailed contract statement of work or technical exhibits.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering 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: 1

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Mantech International Corporation

Address: 12015 LEE JACKSON MEMORIAL HWY, FAIRFAX, VA, 22033

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

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $23,196,314

Exercised Options: $23,196,314

Current Obligation: $23,196,314

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GS07F0190L

IDV Type: FSS

Timeline