DoD awards $12M contract to Telos Corp for Wired Telecommunications Carriers services

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $12,026,361 ($12.0M)

Contractor: Telos Corporation

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2008-02-07

End Date: 2011-09-30

Contract Duration: 1,331 days

Daily Burn Rate: $9.0K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: IT

Official Description: SEE SCHEDULE

Place of Performance

Location: ASHBURN, LOUDOUN County, VIRGINIA, 20147

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $12.0 million to TELOS CORPORATION for work described as: SEE SCHEDULE Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Telos Corporation for telecommunications services. 2. Full and open competition was utilized. 3. The contract duration is over 3 years. 4. Services fall under the Wired Telecommunications Carriers sector.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value is $12,012,636.36. Without specific unit pricing or comparison data, it's difficult to definitively assess value. However, the duration and scope suggest a significant investment.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better pricing for the government.

Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition suggests efforts to secure competitive pricing, benefiting taxpayers by ensuring market rates are sought.

Public Impact

Ensures critical telecommunications infrastructure for the Department of the Air Force. Supports military operations and communication capabilities. Provides essential services for national defense.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of detailed performance metrics.
Potential for cost overruns if scope expands.
Dependence on a single vendor for critical services.

Positive Signals

Awarded through full and open competition.
Firm fixed price contract type limits cost uncertainty.
Long-term contract provides stability for services.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the IT and telecommunications sector, specifically Wired Telecommunications Carriers. Spending in this area is crucial for government operations and national security, with benchmarks varying widely based on service complexity and scale.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved as subcontractors or prime contractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight would typically involve contract performance reviews by the Department of the Air Force to ensure services meet requirements and are delivered on time and within budget.

Related Government Programs

Wired Telecommunications Carriers
Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Air Force Programs

Risk Flags

Lack of detailed service scope.
No clear performance metrics provided.
Potential for vendor lock-in.
Limited information on small business utilization.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $12.0 million to TELOS CORPORATION. SEE SCHEDULE

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is TELOS CORPORATION.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Air Force).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $12.0 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2008-02-07. End: 2011-09-30.

What specific telecommunications services are included in this contract, and how do they align with current Air Force needs?

The contract specifies services under NAICS code 517110 (Wired Telecommunications Carriers). This typically includes local and long-distance phone services, data transmission, and internet access via wired networks. Alignment with current needs would require reviewing the Statement of Work (SOW) to ensure it reflects evolving technological requirements and operational demands of the Air Force.

What were the key evaluation criteria used during the full and open competition, and how did Telos Corporation's proposal meet them?

Evaluation criteria for full and open competition often include technical approach, past performance, price, and small business participation. Without the specific evaluation plan, it's unknown how Telos's proposal was assessed. However, winning the contract implies their submission met or exceeded the government's requirements across the defined criteria.

Are there any performance metrics or service level agreements (SLAs) associated with this contract to ensure service quality and effectiveness?

The provided data does not specify performance metrics or SLAs. Typically, such details are outlined in the contract's Statement of Work (SOW) or Performance Work Statement (PWS). The absence of this information in the summary suggests a need for further review to confirm accountability for service quality and effectiveness.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Information › Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite) › Wired Telecommunications Carriers

Product/Service Code: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT (INCLD FIRMWARE) SOFTWARE,SUPPLIES& SUPPORT EQUIPMENT

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 19886 ASHBURN RD, ASHBURN, VA, 10

Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $13,858,374

Exercised Options: $13,858,374

Current Obligation: $12,026,361

Contract Characteristics

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: FA877104D0009

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline