DHS awards $59.2M for National Cyber Security Mission Support to General Dynamics IT
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $59,215,226 ($59.2M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2009-10-01
End Date: 2014-09-30
Contract Duration: 1,825 days
Daily Burn Rate: $32.4K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: NATIONAL CYBER SECURITY MISSION SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: FAIRFAX, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22033
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $59.2 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC. for work described as: NATIONAL CYBER SECURITY MISSION SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Spending over $59M on cyber security support services. 2. General Dynamics Information Technology is the sole awardee. 3. Contract duration spans nearly five years. 4. Services fall under administrative and management consulting. 5. Potential for significant taxpayer investment in cyber defense.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The award value of $59.2M over five years suggests a substantial investment. Benchmarking against similar large-scale IT support contracts is necessary for a precise value assessment, but the duration and scope indicate a significant commitment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
This was awarded as a competitive delivery order. The competitive nature suggests that pricing was likely influenced by multiple bids, potentially leading to better price discovery for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The $59.2M expenditure represents a significant allocation of taxpayer funds towards enhancing national cyber security capabilities.
Public Impact
Enhances national cyber security posture. Supports critical government IT infrastructure. Ensures continuity of essential cyber defense operations. Provides specialized consulting for complex cyber challenges. Contributes to safeguarding sensitive government data.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Long contract duration may lead to cost overruns if not managed effectively.
- Reliance on a single contractor for critical services.
- Potential for scope creep over the five-year period.
Positive Signals
- Addresses a critical national security need.
- Competitive award process likely secured favorable pricing.
- Experienced contractor likely to deliver high-quality services.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT and professional services sector, specifically administrative management and general management consulting. Spending benchmarks for similar cyber security support services can vary widely based on scope and duration, but $59M over five years is a considerable investment.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses, and the awardee is a large corporation. There is no indication of small business participation in this specific award.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Homeland Security's Office of Procurement Operations. Oversight would typically involve program managers and contracting officers ensuring performance and adherence to terms.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Office of Procurement Operations Programs
Risk Flags
- Contract duration of five years.
- Sole awardee for critical services.
- Potential for vendor lock-in.
- Cyber security landscape evolves rapidly, requiring adaptable services.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-homeland-security, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $59.2 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC.. NATIONAL CYBER SECURITY MISSION SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Office of Procurement Operations).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $59.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-10-01. End: 2014-09-30.
What specific cyber security services are included in this contract?
The contract description 'NATIONAL CYBER SECURITY MISSION SUPPORT SERVICES' and NAICS code '541611' (Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services) suggest a broad range of support. This likely includes strategic planning, policy development, risk assessment, incident response consulting, and potentially technical advisory services related to cyber security operations and mission support.
How does the $59.2M cost compare to similar cyber security support contracts?
Without specific details on the scope of work and deliverables, a direct comparison is difficult. However, $59.2M over five years averages to approximately $11.8M annually. This figure is substantial but may be competitive for comprehensive national-level cyber security mission support, especially considering the specialized expertise required.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract?
The provided data does not specify the KPIs. Typically, for cyber security mission support, KPIs would focus on response times to threats, successful mitigation of vulnerabilities, effectiveness of implemented security measures, adherence to security protocols, and overall improvement in the agency's cyber resilience and posture.
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: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Qbase-Mcneil Integrated Solutions Rllp
Address: 15036 CONFERENCE CENTER DR, CHANTILLY, VA, 20151
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $74,467,334
Exercised Options: $60,455,076
Current Obligation: $59,215,226
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS23F9806H
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-10-01
Current End Date: 2014-09-30
Potential End Date: 2014-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2023-04-05
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