Leidos Awarded $21M for WHCA CND SOC Support, Enhancing Presidential IT Security
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $21,023,675 ($21.0M)
Contractor: Leidos, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2021-01-12
End Date: 2025-01-11
Contract Duration: 1,460 days
Daily Burn Rate: $14.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: WHITE HOUSE COMMUNICATION AGENCY, COMPUTER NETWORK DEFENSE, SECURITY OPERATIONS CENTER (WHCA CND SOC) SUPPORT FOR PRESIDENTIAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COMMUNITY (PITC)
Place of Performance
Location: NAVAL ANACOST ANNEX, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20373
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $21.0 million to LEIDOS, INC. for work described as: WHITE HOUSE COMMUNICATION AGENCY, COMPUTER NETWORK DEFENSE, SECURITY OPERATIONS CENTER (WHCA CND SOC) SUPPORT FOR PRESIDENTIAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COMMUNITY (PITC) Key points: 1. Significant contract value for critical cybersecurity operations. 2. Leidos, a major defense contractor, holds this award. 3. Risk of vendor lock-in and potential cost overruns exist. 4. Spending falls within the IT and Defense sectors.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The $21 million award for Computer Network Defense SOC support appears reasonable given the critical nature of protecting presidential information. Benchmarking against similar large-scale cybersecurity contracts is necessary for a definitive assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process that should have driven price discovery. This method is generally favorable for achieving fair market value.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for essential national security functions.
Public Impact
Ensures continuous security monitoring for the President's information systems. Supports the critical infrastructure of the White House Communications Agency. Contributes to the overall cybersecurity posture of the U.S. government.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for scope creep in evolving cybersecurity threats.
- Reliance on a single large contractor for critical functions.
Positive Signals
- Awarded via full and open competition.
- Long-term contract provides stability for essential services.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under IT services, specifically cybersecurity operations, within the broader Defense sector. Spending on cybersecurity for high-level government functions is substantial and growing, reflecting increasing threat landscapes.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to small businesses, indicating a focus on large, established prime contractors with specialized capabilities for complex cybersecurity operations.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency, is responsible for oversight. The firm-fixed-price contract type provides some cost control, but ongoing monitoring is crucial.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Facilities Management Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Information Systems Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for vendor lock-in.
- Evolving threat landscape may necessitate contract modifications.
- Dependence on a single large contractor for critical infrastructure.
- Ensuring continuous high-level performance over the contract duration.
Tags
computer-facilities-management-services, department-of-defense, dc, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $21.0 million to LEIDOS, INC.. WHITE HOUSE COMMUNICATION AGENCY, COMPUTER NETWORK DEFENSE, SECURITY OPERATIONS CENTER (WHCA CND SOC) SUPPORT FOR PRESIDENTIAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COMMUNITY (PITC)
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LEIDOS, 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 $21.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2021-01-12. End: 2025-01-11.
What is the specific breakdown of services provided under this contract and how do they align with current presidential IT security needs?
The contract covers Security Operations Center (SOC) support for Computer Network Defense (CND) for the Presidential Information Technology Community (PITC). This likely includes 24/7 monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management for systems directly supporting the President's communication and information needs. The alignment with current needs would require a review of the PITC's evolving threat landscape and technological infrastructure.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the effectiveness of Leidos's cybersecurity services for WHCA?
Key performance indicators would likely include metrics such as mean time to detect (MTTD), mean time to respond (MTTR) to security incidents, the number of critical vulnerabilities identified and remediated, and the successful prevention of security breaches. Compliance with relevant cybersecurity standards and successful completion of security audits would also be critical measures of effectiveness.
How does the pricing structure compare to industry benchmarks for similar high-security IT support contracts?
Without specific line-item details, a direct benchmark is challenging. However, given the 'full and open competition' and 'firm fixed price' nature, the pricing is presumed to be competitive. The $21 million over approximately four years suggests an annual cost of roughly $5.25 million, which is within the expected range for specialized, high-stakes cybersecurity operations supporting critical government functions.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Facilities Management Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: HC102818R0024
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Leidos Holdings, Inc.
Address: 11951 FREEDOM DR FL 15, RESTON, VA, 20190
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $21,023,675
Exercised Options: $21,023,675
Current Obligation: $21,023,675
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 38
Total Subaward Amount: $7,699,118
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HC102820D0001
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2021-01-12
Current End Date: 2025-01-11
Potential End Date: 2025-01-11 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-03-07
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