Treasury's $23M IT Support Contract with Leidos: Competitive Delivery Order for Computer Systems Design
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $23,074,634 ($23.1M)
Contractor: Leidos, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of the Treasury
Start Date: 2007-09-17
End Date: 2011-04-08
Contract Duration: 1,299 days
Daily Burn Rate: $17.8K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: TOTAL INFORMATION PROCESSING SUPPORT SER
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20250
Plain-Language Summary
Department of the Treasury obligated $23.1 million to LEIDOS, INC. for work described as: TOTAL INFORMATION PROCESSING SUPPORT SER Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Leidos, Inc. for IT support services. 2. The contract was a competitive delivery order, indicating multiple bids were considered. 3. Services provided fall under Computer Systems Design, a common IT sector. 4. The contract duration was 1299 days, with a total value of $23,074,634.15.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract's fixed price structure suggests a clear understanding of costs. Benchmarking against similar 'Computer Systems Design Services' contracts would provide further insight into its value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Awarded as a competitive delivery order, this method likely fostered price discovery and ensured a competitive market rate was achieved. The presence of multiple bidders supports this.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award suggests taxpayers received fair market value for the IT support services.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operation of critical IRS IT systems. Supports internal processing and data management for tax administration. Potential impact on taxpayer service delivery if systems are not maintained.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration is long (1299 days).
- No specific mention of small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Competitive award process.
- Firm Fixed Price contract type.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Information Technology sector, specifically Computer Systems Design Services. Spending in this area is substantial across federal agencies for maintaining and upgrading essential digital infrastructure.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that neither small business set-aside nor small business participation was explicitly noted for this contract. Further investigation may be needed to understand if small businesses were involved as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded as a competitive delivery order, implying a degree of oversight in the selection process. However, specific details on ongoing performance monitoring or accountability mechanisms are not provided.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Systems Design Services
- Department of the Treasury Contracting
- Internal Revenue Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Long contract duration.
- Lack of small business participation noted.
- No specific performance metrics provided.
- Limited detail on risk mitigation.
Tags
computer-systems-design-services, department-of-the-treasury, dc, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of the Treasury awarded $23.1 million to LEIDOS, INC.. TOTAL INFORMATION PROCESSING SUPPORT SER
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LEIDOS, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of the Treasury (Internal Revenue Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $23.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-09-17. End: 2011-04-08.
What was the specific scope of 'TOTAL INFORMATION PROCESSING SUPPORT SER' and how did it align with the IRS's mission?
The scope of 'TOTAL INFORMATION PROCESSING SUPPORT SER' likely encompassed a broad range of IT services essential for the IRS's operations, including system maintenance, network management, and potentially software development or support. This directly aligns with the IRS's mission by ensuring the reliable functioning of the technological backbone required for tax processing, data security, and taxpayer services.
What were the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to evaluate Leidos's performance under this contract?
The provided data does not specify the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to evaluate Leidos's performance. Typically, for IT support contracts, KPIs would include metrics such as system uptime, response times for issue resolution, security compliance adherence, and user satisfaction. Without these details, a thorough assessment of service effectiveness is limited.
Were there any identified risks or challenges during the contract period, and how were they mitigated?
The available data does not detail any specific risks or challenges encountered during the contract period or the mitigation strategies employed. Common risks in IT support contracts include cybersecurity threats, system failures, scope creep, and vendor performance issues. Effective risk management would involve proactive identification, contingency planning, and clear communication channels between the IRS and Leidos.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Systems Design Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Leidos Holdings, Inc. (UEI: 611641312)
Address: 1710 SAIC DR, MCLEAN, VA, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $23,074,634
Exercised Options: $23,074,634
Current Obligation: $23,074,634
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: TIRNO06D00020
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-09-17
Current End Date: 2011-04-08
Potential End Date: 2011-04-08 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2011-04-07
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