DHS awards $27.5M for IDW O&M to Leidos Inc. under HR Access IDIQ

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $27,502,793 ($27.5M)

Contractor: Leidos Inc

Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security

Start Date: 2014-02-01

End Date: 2017-01-01

Contract Duration: 1,065 days

Daily Burn Rate: $25.8K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE

Sector: IT

Official Description: IGF::CL,CT::IGF TASK ORDER HSTS01-14-J-HRM034 IS HEREBY ISSUED TO PROVIDE INTEGRATED DATA WAREHOUSE (IDW) OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE (O&M) SERVICES AGAINST THE HRACCESS IDIQ CONTRACT HSTS01-08-D-HRM010. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PERFORM THE SERVICES IDENTIFIED IN THIS TASK ORDER IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE IDIQ CONTRACT.

Place of Performance

Location: ARLINGTON, ARLINGTON County, VIRGINIA, 22202

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Homeland Security obligated $27.5 million to LEIDOS INC for work described as: IGF::CL,CT::IGF TASK ORDER HSTS01-14-J-HRM034 IS HEREBY ISSUED TO PROVIDE INTEGRATED DATA WAREHOUSE (IDW) OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE (O&M) SERVICES AGAINST THE HRACCESS IDIQ CONTRACT HSTS01-08-D-HRM010. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PERFORM THE SERVICES IDENTIFIED IN THIS TASK ORDER IN … Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Leidos Inc. for Integrated Data Warehouse (IDW) Operations and Maintenance (O&M). 2. Task order issued against HR Access IDIQ contract HSTS01-08-D-HRM010. 3. Services include IDW O&M, with a duration of 1065 days. 4. The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee. 5. The awarding agency is the Department of Homeland Security, specifically the Transportation Security Administration.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar IDW O&M 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. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better pricing for the government.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for essential IT services.

Public Impact

Ensures continued operation of critical data warehouse for TSA. Supports human resources functions within the Department of Homeland Security. Potential for cost efficiencies through competitive bidding. Long-term contract may impact budget planning for TSA IT.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

  • Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can incentivize contractor to increase costs.
  • Long contract duration may not reflect current market pricing.
  • Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.

Positive Signals

  • Awarded under full and open competition.
  • Supports critical IT infrastructure for DHS.
  • Experienced contractor likely to deliver services.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically focusing on data warehouse operations and maintenance. Spending benchmarks for similar IT O&M contracts vary widely based on complexity and scope.

Small Business Impact

The provided data does not indicate any specific set-asides for small businesses. The prime contractor, Leidos Inc., is a large business, suggesting limited direct opportunities for small businesses on this specific task order.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight would typically be managed by the contracting officer and program managers within the TSA. The task order structure under an IDIQ allows for phased oversight of performance and costs.

Related Government Programs

  • Human Resources Consulting Services
  • Department of Homeland Security Contracting
  • Transportation Security Administration Programs

Risk Flags

  • Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
  • Long contract duration.
  • Lack of specific performance metrics.
  • Potential for cost overruns.
  • No indication of small business participation.

Tags

human-resources-consulting-services, department-of-homeland-security, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Homeland Security awarded $27.5 million to LEIDOS INC. IGF::CL,CT::IGF TASK ORDER HSTS01-14-J-HRM034 IS HEREBY ISSUED TO PROVIDE INTEGRATED DATA WAREHOUSE (IDW) OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE (O&M) SERVICES AGAINST THE HRACCESS IDIQ CONTRACT HSTS01-08-D-HRM010. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PERFORM THE SERVICES IDENTIFIED IN THIS TASK ORDER IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE IDIQ CONTRACT.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is LEIDOS INC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Transportation Security Administration).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $27.5 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2014-02-01. End: 2017-01-01.

What is the estimated cost per year for these IDW O&M services?

The total award is $27,502,793.02 over 1065 days (approximately 2.9 years). This equates to an average annual cost of roughly $9.5 million. However, as a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract, the actual costs incurred by the contractor will be reimbursed, plus a fixed fee, making the final cost potentially variable within certain parameters.

What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract to ensure effectiveness?

The provided data does not specify the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for this task order. Typically, for IT O&M contracts, KPIs would include system uptime, response times, data integrity, security compliance, and user satisfaction. Effective oversight would require clear, measurable KPIs to ensure the contractor meets performance expectations.

How does the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure impact the government's ability to control costs?

The Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) structure reimburses the contractor for allowable costs plus a predetermined fixed fee. While the fee is fixed, the total cost can fluctuate based on actual expenses. This structure can incentivize contractors to manage costs efficiently to maximize their fee, but it requires robust government oversight to ensure costs are reasonable and allocable.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesManagement, Scientific, and Technical Consulting ServicesHuman Resources Consulting Services

Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT)PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Leidos Holdings, Inc.

Address: 2650 PARK TOWER DR, VIENNA, VA, 22180

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

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $32,991,709

Exercised Options: $27,502,793

Current Obligation: $27,502,793

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: HSTS0108DHRM010

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline

Start Date: 2014-02-01

Current End Date: 2017-01-01

Potential End Date: 2017-01-01 12:00:00

Last Modified: 2023-05-18

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