DoD's $71M PMW 160 IA Support Contract Awarded to Booz Allen Hamilton Under Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $71,053,990 ($71.1M)
Contractor: Booz Allen Hamilton Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2007-10-01
End Date: 2012-09-30
Contract Duration: 1,826 days
Daily Burn Rate: $38.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST NO FEE
Sector: IT
Official Description: PMW 160 INFORMATION ASSURANCE (IA) TECHNICAL AND MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: MCLEAN, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22102
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $71.1 million to BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC for work described as: PMW 160 INFORMATION ASSURANCE (IA) TECHNICAL AND MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Booz Allen Hamilton secured a significant $71M contract for Information Assurance technical and management support. 2. The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. 3. The duration of the contract spans five years, from October 2007 to September 2012. 4. The contract falls under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330), a broad category with varying cost structures. 5. The award was a Delivery Order, suggesting it was part of a larger indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost No Fee, which can sometimes lead to less price discipline compared to fixed-price contracts. Benchmarking against similar IA support services contracts is necessary to assess value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Awarded via full and open competition, this method generally promotes competitive pricing. However, the Cost No Fee structure might limit the direct price discovery benefits typically seen in competitive fixed-price awards.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were utilized through a competitive process, aiming for value, but the Cost No Fee structure warrants scrutiny for cost efficiency.
Public Impact
Ensures critical Information Assurance technical and management support for the Department of Defense. The competitive award process suggests an effort to secure services at a reasonable cost. Long-term support (5 years) provides stability for essential defense cybersecurity functions. The contract's value of $71M highlights significant investment in defense IT security infrastructure.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost No Fee contract type may lack strong price incentives.
- Long contract duration could lead to cost creep if not managed effectively.
- Specific performance metrics and outcomes are not detailed in the provided data.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports critical Information Assurance functions for the DoD.
- Booz Allen Hamilton is a well-established contractor in this space.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector, specifically supporting Information Assurance for the Department of Defense. Spending in defense IT and cybersecurity services is substantial, with significant variation based on contract scope and complexity.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss: false, sb: false). Therefore, there is no direct small business participation evident from this specific award.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was managed by the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), suggesting established oversight. However, the effectiveness of oversight for Cost No Fee contracts relies heavily on detailed performance monitoring and reporting.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to Cost No Fee structure.
- Risk of scope creep over the five-year contract duration.
- Dependence on a single contractor for critical IA support.
- Lack of explicit small business participation.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $71.1 million to BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC. PMW 160 INFORMATION ASSURANCE (IA) TECHNICAL AND MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Contract Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $71.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-10-01. End: 2012-09-30.
What was the specific scope of 'Information Assurance Technical and Management Support Services' and how did it align with DoD's evolving cybersecurity needs during the contract period?
The scope likely encompassed a range of activities including vulnerability assessments, security policy development, incident response planning, and technical implementation of security controls. Aligning with evolving needs would require proactive contract modifications and contractor adaptation to emerging threats and technological advancements in cybersecurity.
How effectively did the 'full and open competition' process ensure competitive pricing given the 'Cost No Fee' contract structure?
While full and open competition aims for competitive pricing, the Cost No Fee structure shifts the primary incentive from cost reduction to performance. The government bears the cost risk, meaning the 'competition' likely focused more on technical approach and contractor capability rather than aggressive price negotiation, potentially limiting direct taxpayer savings from price competition.
What were the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract, and how was contractor performance measured and validated by the DCMA?
Key performance indicators would typically include metrics related to system uptime, response times to security incidents, successful vulnerability remediation rates, and adherence to security protocols. DCMA validation would involve regular performance reviews, audits, and potentially site visits to ensure the contractor met contractual obligations and security standards.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: N0002407R3351
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST NO FEE (S)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation (UEI: 964725688)
Address: BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC, MC LEAN, VA, 22102
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $299,882,825
Exercised Options: $116,984,645
Current Obligation: $71,053,990
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: N0017804D4024
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-10-01
Current End Date: 2012-09-30
Potential End Date: 2012-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2017-04-10
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