Electronic Security Systems VII (ESS VII MATOC) Capacity Increase
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army, U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville (W2V6), has approved a Justification and Approval (J&A) to increase the total shared capacity of the Electronic Security Systems VII (ESS VII) Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC). The capacity will increase from $675,000,000 to $1,125,513,013 to meet critical mission requirements and address unforeseen demand and inflation.
Purpose of Action
This action justifies and approves an increase in the total ceiling for the ESS VII MATOC, which provides comprehensive, full life-cycle services for critical electronic security systems and related infrastructure (e.g., Access Control Systems, CCTV, Intrusion Detection Systems, Video Surveillance Systems) across CONUS and OCONUS locations. The increase is necessary because the original capacity projections, based on pre-pandemic pricing and demand, have been exhausted significantly earlier than anticipated due to a surge in customer demand and accelerated inflation.
Rationale for Capacity Increase
The increase is critical to avoid severe vulnerabilities in life, safety, and operational security that would arise from delays in contract capacity. Waiting for a new competitive contract (ESS VIII, projected award October 2027) would cause unacceptable delays. The J&A cites 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as implemented by RFO 6.103-1(c)(2)(ii) ("Only One Responsible Source...") as the authority for this modification, as an on-ramp for new contractors or new stand-alone contracts would incur significant delays and duplicate costs.
Contract Details
- Contract Vehicle: Electronic Security Systems VII (ESS VII) MATOC
- Original Capacity: $675,000,000
- New Total Capacity: $1,125,513,013
- Product Service Code: J059 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Electrical And Electronic Equipment Components)
- Ordering Periods: 7-year period (36-month base, two 24-month option periods, plus potential 6-month extension). The MATOC is currently in its first 24-month optional ordering period ending September 25, 2027. The Government plans to exercise FAR 52.217-8 to bridge the gap until the ESS VIII MATOC is awarded.
- Awarded Vendors: 23 contractors, including Atlantic CommTech, BCF Solutions, Signet Technologies / Convergint Federal, KBR Wyle Services, M.C. Dean, and Johnson Controls Building Automation Systems, LLC, have had their contracts modified to incorporate this additional capacity.
Competition & Future Outlook
The ESS VII MATOC was competitively awarded to 23 qualified contractors (11 small businesses, 12 other than small businesses), with task orders competed IAW FAR 16.505(b). Small business subcontracting goals were included. The follow-on ESS VIII MATOC is planned for full and open competition, with a projected award in October 2027. This notice is for a capacity increase on an existing contract vehicle and is not a new solicitation.
Contact Information
- Primary: Contract Specialist Nanette P. Hill (nanette.p.hill@usace.army.mil, 256-895-2539)
- Secondary: William G. Seelmann (william.g.seelmann@usace.army.mil)