VA awards $21.9M RTLS IDIQ task order to Peraton Enterprise Solutions LLC under full and open competition

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $21,957,439 ($22.0M)

Contractor: Peraton Enterprise Solutions LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs

Start Date: 2013-02-28

End Date: 2016-09-09

Contract Duration: 1,289 days

Daily Burn Rate: $17.0K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 6

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: IT

Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF. VISN 22 TASK ORDER UNDER THE REAL TIME LOCATION SYSTEMS (RTLS) IDIQ, VA118A-12-D-0025.

Place of Performance

Location: LONG BEACH, LOS ANGELES County, CALIFORNIA, 90822

State: California Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Veterans Affairs obligated $22.0 million to PERATON ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS LLC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF. VISN 22 TASK ORDER UNDER THE REAL TIME LOCATION SYSTEMS (RTLS) IDIQ, VA118A-12-D-0025. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Peraton Enterprise Solutions LLC for Real Time Location Systems (RTLS). 2. The contract was awarded under a full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. 3. The task order has a duration of 1289 days, spanning from February 2013 to September 2016. 4. The NAICS code 334119 suggests the contract is for 'Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing'.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The total award amount is $21.96 million. Without specific unit pricing or comparison data for RTLS, a precise value assessment is difficult. 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, which typically fosters competitive pricing. The existence of multiple bids (no: 6) suggests a robust price discovery process.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award is positive for taxpayers, as it likely resulted in a more favorable price than a sole-source or limited competition contract.

Public Impact

Enhances operational efficiency for the VA through RTLS technology. Supports the Department of Veterans Affairs' mission to provide services to veterans. Potential for improved asset tracking and management within VA facilities. The technology could impact patient care and resource allocation.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Positive Signals

Sector Analysis

The IT sector, particularly for specialized systems like RTLS, can involve significant investment. Benchmarks for similar RTLS deployments are not readily available, making direct comparison challenging. This contract falls under 'Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing'.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses and was awarded to a large business (Peraton Enterprise Solutions LLC). There is no information to suggest small business participation as subcontractors.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by the Department of Veterans Affairs, which has established oversight mechanisms. However, specific details on the oversight applied to this particular task order are not provided.

Related Government Programs

Risk Flags

Tags

other-computer-peripheral-equipment-manu, department-of-veterans-affairs, ca, delivery-order, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $22.0 million to PERATON ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS LLC. IGF::OT::IGF. VISN 22 TASK ORDER UNDER THE REAL TIME LOCATION SYSTEMS (RTLS) IDIQ, VA118A-12-D-0025.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is PERATON ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Veterans Affairs (Department of Veterans Affairs).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $22.0 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2013-02-28. End: 2016-09-09.

What specific RTLS capabilities were implemented, and how did they improve VA operational efficiency?

The provided data does not detail the specific RTLS capabilities implemented or quantify their impact on VA operational efficiency. Further analysis would require access to performance reports, user feedback, and documented improvements in asset tracking, patient flow, or resource management directly attributable to this system.

Were there any cost overruns or significant contract modifications during the task order's performance period?

The data indicates a firm fixed price contract type, which generally aims to limit cost overruns. However, the provided information does not include details on contract modifications, change orders, or any deviations from the original scope or budget. A review of contract modification logs would be necessary to assess this risk.

How does the per-unit cost of the RTLS equipment compare to industry benchmarks for similar systems?

A direct per-unit cost benchmark is not available without specific details on the RTLS hardware and software components procured. The NAICS code 334119 is broad. To assess this, one would need to identify the specific equipment purchased and compare its pricing against market data for comparable RTLS solutions.

Industry Classification

NAICS: ManufacturingComputer and Peripheral Equipment ManufacturingOther Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing

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

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Offers Received: 6

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Hewlett Packard Enterprise CO (UEI: 079834910)

Address: 13600 EDS DR, HERNDON, VA, 20171

Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $21,957,439

Exercised Options: $21,957,439

Current Obligation: $21,957,439

Subaward Activity

Number of Subawards: 4

Total Subaward Amount: $273,153

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: VA118A12D0025

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline

Start Date: 2013-02-28

Current End Date: 2016-09-09

Potential End Date: 2016-09-09 00:00:00

Last Modified: 2018-02-05

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