Booz Allen Hamilton awarded $27M for integration support, highlighting administrative management consulting services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $26,980,129 ($27.0M)
Contractor: Booz Allen Hamilton Engineering Services, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2011-01-31
End Date: 2015-10-31
Contract Duration: 1,734 days
Daily Burn Rate: $15.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR INTEGRATION SUPPORT
Place of Performance
Location: SCOTT AFB, SAINT CLAIR County, ILLINOIS, 62225
State: Illinois Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $27.0 million to BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON ENGINEERING SERVICES, LLC for work described as: TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR INTEGRATION SUPPORT Key points: 1. Contract value of $26.98M for technical support services. 2. Awarded to Booz Allen Hamilton Engineering Services, LLC. 3. Contract duration spans over 1700 days. 4. Services fall under Administrative Management and General Management Consulting. 5. Procured via full and open competition. 6. Firm Fixed Price contract type indicates predictable costs.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $26.98M for technical support and integration services appears reasonable given the duration and the nature of consulting services provided by a large firm. Benchmarking against similar administrative management consulting contracts would provide a more precise value-for-money assessment. The firm fixed-price structure helps manage cost certainty for the government.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
This contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting that multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid. The presence of a single award (no: 1) indicates that one vendor was selected as the best value. The competitive process likely contributed to achieving a fair market price for the services rendered.
Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition generally benefits taxpayers by fostering a competitive environment that can lead to better pricing and service quality.
Public Impact
The Department of Defense benefits from enhanced integration support. Technical support services are delivered to the Defense Information Systems Agency. The contract impacts the administrative management and general management consulting sector. Workforce implications are related to specialized consulting roles.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for scope creep in long-term technical support contracts.
- Reliance on a single large contractor for critical integration support.
Positive Signals
- Firm Fixed Price contract provides cost predictability.
- Full and open competition suggests a robust bidding process.
- Award to a well-established contractor with a track record in defense.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services sector (NAICS 541611). This sector encompasses a broad range of professional services aimed at improving organizational efficiency and management. The total federal spending in this sector can be substantial, with contracts often awarded to large, established consulting firms for complex government projects.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not set aside for small businesses (sb: false), and there is no indication of subcontracting requirements for small businesses. This suggests that the primary award went to a large business, and the direct impact on the small business ecosystem may be limited unless Booz Allen Hamilton engages small businesses as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight for this contract would typically be managed by the contracting officer and the program office within the Defense Information Systems Agency. Accountability measures are inherent in the firm fixed-price contract type, requiring delivery of specified services. Transparency is facilitated through contract award databases, though detailed performance metrics may not be publicly available.
Related Government Programs
- Defense Information Systems Agency IT Support Contracts
- Federal Management Consulting Services
- Department of Defense Technical Support
Risk Flags
- Long contract duration may increase risk of requirement changes.
- Firm Fixed Price contracts can sometimes lead to less flexibility for scope adjustments.
Tags
defense, department-of-defense, disa, technical-support, integration-support, consulting-services, administrative-management, general-management, firm-fixed-price, full-and-open-competition, illinois, large-contract
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $27.0 million to BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON ENGINEERING SERVICES, LLC. TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR INTEGRATION SUPPORT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON ENGINEERING SERVICES, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Information Systems Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $27.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-01-31. End: 2015-10-31.
What is Booz Allen Hamilton's track record with similar federal contracts?
Booz Allen Hamilton is a large, well-established government contractor with extensive experience across various federal agencies, particularly in defense and intelligence. They frequently secure contracts for management consulting, IT services, and engineering support. Their historical performance on similar contracts generally indicates a strong capability to deliver complex technical and advisory services. However, like any large contractor, they have faced scrutiny and reviews on specific contract performance and pricing in the past. A detailed review of their past performance evaluations (e.g., CPARS) would provide a more granular understanding of their success rate and areas for improvement on comparable engagements.
How does the value of this contract compare to similar integration support contracts?
The $26.98 million contract value for integration support over approximately 4.7 years (1734 days) translates to an average annual value of roughly $5.74 million. This figure needs to be benchmarked against contracts for similar technical support and integration services within the Department of Defense, specifically for agencies like DISA. Factors such as the complexity of the integration, the specific technologies involved, and the level of expertise required will influence comparability. Without direct comparisons to contracts with identical scopes and durations, it's challenging to definitively state if this represents superior or inferior value. However, for a large firm like Booz Allen Hamilton providing specialized consulting, this annual value is within a plausible range for significant federal IT support.
What are the primary risks associated with this contract?
Key risks include potential cost overruns if the scope expands beyond initial estimates, although the firm fixed-price (FFP) structure mitigates this for the government. There's also a risk of contractor underperformance, where the quality or timeliness of the integration support may not meet DISA's expectations. Given the long duration, there's a risk of technological obsolescence or changes in requirements that could necessitate contract modifications. Furthermore, reliance on a single contractor for critical integration functions can pose a risk if the contractor faces financial instability or significant personnel turnover. Ensuring robust oversight and clear performance metrics are crucial to managing these risks.
How effective is this contract in achieving its stated objectives of integration support?
The effectiveness of this contract is primarily measured by the successful integration of systems and the reliable technical support provided to DISA. As a firm fixed-price contract awarded through full and open competition, there's an expectation of defined deliverables and performance standards. The long duration suggests a sustained need for these services. Effectiveness would be assessed through performance reviews, system uptime, successful integration milestones, and feedback from end-users within DISA. Without access to specific performance data or program reviews, a definitive assessment of effectiveness is limited, but the contract structure aims to incentivize successful outcomes.
What are the historical spending patterns for administrative management and general management consulting services by the Department of Defense?
The Department of Defense is a significant spender in the administrative management and general management consulting services category (NAICS 541611). Historical data indicates consistent and substantial investment in these services to support a wide array of functions, from strategic planning and organizational restructuring to IT management and operational efficiency improvements. Spending often fluctuates based on defense priorities, budget allocations, and specific program needs. Contracts in this category are frequently awarded to large, established consulting firms, often through competitive processes, reflecting the complexity and scale of the support required by the military.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting 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: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation (UEI: 964725688)
Address: 900 ELKRIDGE LANDING RD, LINTHICUM, MD, 21090
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $26,980,129
Exercised Options: $26,980,129
Current Obligation: $26,980,129
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS10F0063N
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-01-31
Current End Date: 2015-10-31
Potential End Date: 2015-10-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-06-25
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