DoD's $43.7M SCES Lifecycle Support Services contract awarded to Accenture Federal Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $43,687,296 ($43.7M)
Contractor: Accenture Federal Services LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2014-10-27
End Date: 2018-11-02
Contract Duration: 1,467 days
Daily Burn Rate: $29.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: IT
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF SECURITY COOPERATION ENTERPRISE SOLUTION (SCES) LIFECYCLE SUPPORT SERVICES (LSS)
Place of Performance
Location: ARLINGTON, ARLINGTON County, VIRGINIA, 22202
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $43.7 million to ACCENTURE FEDERAL SERVICES LLC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF SECURITY COOPERATION ENTERPRISE SOLUTION (SCES) LIFECYCLE SUPPORT SERVICES (LSS) Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single vendor, Accenture Federal Services. 2. The contract falls under Computer Systems Design Services (NAICS 541512). 3. A Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type was utilized. 4. The contract duration was 1467 days, ending in November 2018.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure can lead to cost overruns if not managed tightly. Benchmarking against similar IT support contracts is difficult without more detailed cost breakdowns.
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. However, the specific pricing outcomes and how they compared to other bids are not detailed.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used for IT lifecycle support services, with the final cost influenced by the competitive bidding process and contract type.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operation and support for critical Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) systems. Supports the security cooperation enterprise, vital for national defense. Potential for cost efficiencies through competitive award, though contract type warrants monitoring.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can incentivize contractor to increase costs.
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown makes independent price validation challenging.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports critical national defense infrastructure.
Sector Analysis
This contract is within the IT services sector, specifically focusing on computer systems design and lifecycle support. Spending in this area is substantial across government, with benchmarks varying widely based on service complexity and duration.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate any specific set-aside for small businesses, suggesting large businesses were likely the primary bidders and awardees.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically be managed by DISA contracting officers to ensure performance and cost control. The contract type necessitates close monitoring of expenditures.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Systems Design Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Information Systems Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
- Limited transparency on detailed cost breakdowns.
- Contract ended in 2018, historical data may not reflect current market rates.
- No indication of small business participation.
Tags
computer-systems-design-services, department-of-defense, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $43.7 million to ACCENTURE FEDERAL SERVICES LLC. IGF::OT::IGF SECURITY COOPERATION ENTERPRISE SOLUTION (SCES) LIFECYCLE SUPPORT SERVICES (LSS)
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ACCENTURE FEDERAL 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 $43.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2014-10-27. End: 2018-11-02.
What was the total value of the contract and how does it compare to similar IT lifecycle support contracts?
The contract had a total value of $43.7 million. Comparing this to similar contracts is challenging without specific details on the scope of services, duration, and the specific technologies supported. However, for a multi-year IT lifecycle support contract, this value falls within a common range for large-scale government IT procurements.
What were the primary risks associated with this Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract, and how were they mitigated?
The primary risk of a CPFF contract is the potential for cost overruns, as the contractor is reimbursed for allowable costs plus a fixed fee. Mitigation strategies would involve stringent oversight, detailed cost tracking, and clear performance metrics to ensure the contractor operates efficiently and within budget expectations.
How effective was the full and open competition in achieving a fair and reasonable price for these services?
While full and open competition generally promotes fair pricing, the effectiveness in this specific case is difficult to ascertain without access to the bid data and analysis. The CPFF structure itself can complicate direct price comparisons, but the competitive process should have driven the fixed fee to a reasonable level.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Systems Design Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Accenture Public Limited Company
Address: 800 NORTH GLEBE RD #300, ARLINGTON, VA, 22203
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $43,687,296
Exercised Options: $43,687,296
Current Obligation: $43,687,296
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 21
Total Subaward Amount: $9,709,940
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HHSN316201200002W
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2014-10-27
Current End Date: 2018-11-02
Potential End Date: 2018-11-02 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2024-02-09
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