DoD's $13.8M IT Services Contract Awarded to Allen Corp. Amidst Full and Open Competition

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $13,821,326 ($13.8M)

Contractor: Allen Corporation of America, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2005-12-21

End Date: 2008-06-30

Contract Duration: 922 days

Daily Burn Rate: $15.0K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: COMBINATION (TWO OR MORE)

Sector: IT

Official Description: 200603!600238!2100!W91QUZ!ACA, ITEC4 !GS35F0571J !C!N! !Y!W91QUZ06F0009! !20051221!20060228!007102168!007102168!007102168!N!ALLEN CORPORATION OF AMERICA, !22446 DAVIS DR STE 127 !STERLING !VA!20164!48376!059!51!MCLEAN !FAIRFAX !VIRGINIA !+000001400167!N!N!000000000000!D399!OTHER ADP & TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !355 !GCSS DOD !541519!E! !6! ! ! ! ! !99990909!B!E!Y! ! !A! ! ! !000! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !B!N! ! ! ! ! ! ! !000! ! ! ! ! ! ! !9700!W26AEH!0001! !

Place of Performance

Location: FORT LEE, PRINCE GEORGE County, VIRGINIA, 23801

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $13.8 million to ALLEN CORPORATION OF AMERICA, INC. for work described as: 200603!600238!2100!W91QUZ!ACA, ITEC4 !GS35F0571J !C!N! !Y!W91QUZ06F0009! !20051221!20060228!007102168!007102168!007102168!N!ALLEN CORPORATION OF AMERICA, !22446 DAVIS DR STE 127 !STERLING !VA!20164!48376!059!51!MCLEAN !FAIR… Key points: 1. The contract, valued at $13.8 million, was awarded to Allen Corporation of America for IT services. 2. Full and open competition was utilized, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. The contract duration is 922 days, ending in June 2008. 4. The primary sector is IT services, specifically 'Other Computer Related Services'.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $13.8 million for IT services over approximately 2.5 years appears within a reasonable range for similar government contracts, though specific service details are needed for precise benchmarking.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating that multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and allows the government to secure the best value.

Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is a positive indicator for taxpayer value, as it aims to drive down costs through market forces.

Public Impact

Citizens benefit from IT services supporting defense operations, though the specific impact is not detailed. The use of competitive bidding ensures taxpayer funds are likely used efficiently for these services. The contract contributes to the IT services sector within the federal procurement landscape.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of detailed service description limits full understanding of value.
Contract end date in 2008 means it is historical data.

Positive Signals

Awarded under full and open competition.
Contract value is substantial, indicating significant service provision.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Information Technology sector, specifically under 'Other Computer Related Services'. Federal spending in this area is consistently high as agencies rely on technology for operations.

Small Business Impact

While the contract was awarded under full and open competition, there is no specific indication of small business participation or subcontracting goals mentioned in the provided data.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by the Department of Defense, which has established oversight mechanisms. However, the provided data does not offer details on specific oversight activities for this particular contract.

Related Government Programs

Other Computer Related Services
Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Army Programs

Risk Flags

Historical data (contract ended 2008).
Limited detail on specific services rendered.
No information on performance metrics or quality.
No data on small business subcontracting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $13.8 million to ALLEN CORPORATION OF AMERICA, INC.. 200603!600238!2100!W91QUZ!ACA, ITEC4 !GS35F0571J !C!N! !Y!W91QUZ06F0009! !20051221!20060228!007102168!007102168!007102168!N!ALLEN CORPORATION OF AMERICA, !22446 DAVIS DR STE 127 !STERLING !VA!20164!48376!059!51!MCLEAN !FAIRFAX !VIRGINIA !+000001400167!N!N!000000000000!D399!OTHER ADP & TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !355 !GCSS DOD !541519!E! !6! ! ! ! ! !999

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is ALLEN CORPORATION OF AMERICA, INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $13.8 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2005-12-21. End: 2008-06-30.

What specific IT services were provided under this contract, and how did they align with the Department of the Army's mission requirements?

The provided data classifies the service under 'Other Computer Related Services' (NAICS 541519) and mentions 'GCSS DOD'. Without further details, it's difficult to ascertain the exact services. GCSS-Army is a major IT system, suggesting the contract likely supported its implementation, maintenance, or related IT functions critical to Army operations.

Were there any performance issues or contract modifications that impacted the final cost or delivery of services?

The data indicates the contract was awarded on 2005-12-21 and ended on 2008-06-30, with a base value of $13,821,326.33. There is no information on modifications or performance issues within this dataset. Further review of contract modification history would be needed to assess any deviations from the original terms.

How did the pricing of Allen Corporation of America's bid compare to other bids received during the full and open competition?

The data confirms 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION' was used, implying multiple bids were considered. However, the specific bid amounts of competing vendors are not provided. To assess the competitiveness of Allen Corporation's pricing, a comparison with the other submitted bids would be necessary.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services

Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: COMBINATION (TWO OR MORE) (2)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 22446 DAVIS DR STE 127, STERLING, VA, 10

Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GS35F0571J

IDV Type: FSS

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