DHS awards $28.1M for RDF Facility Operations to General Dynamics IT

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $28,100,208 ($28.1M)

Contractor: General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security

Start Date: 2009-03-23

End Date: 2010-03-22

Contract Duration: 364 days

Daily Burn Rate: $77.2K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Sector: Other

Official Description: RDF FACILITY OPERATIONS

Place of Performance

Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20529

State: District of Columbia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Homeland Security obligated $28.1 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC. for work described as: RDF FACILITY OPERATIONS Key points: 1. Contract value of $28.1M for facility operations. 2. General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is the awardee. 3. The contract falls under the Internet Service Providers NAICS code. 4. Awarded by the Department of Homeland Security, USCIS. 5. A full and open competition was conducted.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $28.1M for a 364-day duration appears reasonable for facility operations. Benchmarking against similar contracts is difficult without more specific service details.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. The BPA Call award mechanism indicates it was likely a competitive call against an existing Blanket Purchase Agreement.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for essential facility operations.

Public Impact

Ensures continued operations of critical RDF facilities. Supports the mission of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Provides essential services managed by a large government contractor.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

  • Limited duration (364 days) may necessitate future re-competition or extension.
  • Reliance on a single contractor for essential facility operations.
  • NAICS code 518111 (Internet Service Providers) seems broad for 'Facility Operations'.

Positive Signals

  • Awarded via full and open competition.
  • Contract supports a key agency within DHS.
  • Established award mechanism (BPA Call).

Sector Analysis

The contract falls under the IT and professional services sector, specifically related to facility operations. Spending benchmarks for this specific service are not readily available, but the value is moderate for a federal contract.

Small Business Impact

The awardee is General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc., a large business. There is no indication of small business participation in this specific award.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by USCIS within DHS, implying oversight from these agencies. The competitive award process suggests a degree of accountability in the procurement.

Related Government Programs

  • Internet Service Providers
  • Department of Homeland Security Contracting
  • U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Programs

Risk Flags

  • Potential NAICS code mismatch.
  • Limited contract duration.
  • Lack of detailed service scope.
  • Reliance on a large prime contractor.

Tags

internet-service-providers, department-of-homeland-security, dc, bpa-call, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Homeland Security awarded $28.1 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC.. RDF FACILITY OPERATIONS

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 (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $28.1 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2009-03-23. End: 2010-03-22.

What specific services are included under 'RDF Facility Operations' for this contract?

The provided data lacks specific details on the services encompassed by 'RDF Facility Operations.' This could range from physical security and maintenance to IT infrastructure support within the facility. Understanding the scope is crucial for assessing value and risk.

How does the $28.1M cost compare to industry standards for similar facility operations over a one-year period?

Without a detailed scope of work, a direct cost comparison is challenging. However, for a year-long contract supporting significant operations, $28.1M is a substantial but not necessarily excessive amount, depending heavily on the facility's size, criticality, and required services.

What are the potential risks associated with the NAICS code 518111 (Internet Service Providers) being used for facility operations?

Using the ISP NAICS code for facility operations could indicate a focus on IT infrastructure within the facility, or it might be a misclassification. This could lead to a lack of clarity in contract performance metrics and potentially limit the pool of qualified offerors if the scope extends beyond IT services.

Industry Classification

NAICS: InformationInternet Service Providers and Web Search PortalsInternet Service Providers

Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONSADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Csra LLC (UEI: 080011988)

Address: 15000 CONFERENCE CENTER DR, CHANTILLY, VA, 20151

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

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $28,100,208

Exercised Options: $28,100,208

Current Obligation: $28,100,208

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: HSSCCG06A00011

IDV Type: BPA

Timeline

Start Date: 2009-03-23

Current End Date: 2010-03-22

Potential End Date: 2010-03-22 00:00:00

Last Modified: 2018-03-27

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