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Federal IT & Cybersecurity Contracts — February 28, 2026

Federal IT & Cybersecurity Contracts

By Gunpowder Editorial ·

1 total filings analysed

Executive Summary

A single $162M VA IT contract to Planned Systems International Inc signals bullish revenue potential through 2025-06-13, with base + options reaching $164M via Time & Materials structure reducing execution risk. Low $7.2M outlay to date highlights early-stage execution dependency on option exercises amid T&M audit vulnerabilities. Minority-owned IT firms demonstrate competitive edge in open VA procurements, warranting sector monitoring.

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Investment Signals (1)

  • $162M VA Enterprise Testing Contract (HIGH)

    Planned Systems International Inc secured $162M obligation (up to $164M with options) for multi-year IT services, awarded via full/open competition despite minority-owned status.

Risk Flags (2)

  • Execution [HIGH RISK]

    Low $7.2M outlay vs $162M obligation risks deobligation; performance extends to 2025 only if options exercised beyond passed 2021 end date.

  • Regulatory [MEDIUM RISK]

    Time & Materials contract exposed to government audits on labor rates and costs.

Opportunities (1)

  • $1.8M unexercised options plus multi-year IT testing support in Bay Pines, FL.

Sector Themes (1)

  • $162M award under NAICS 541511 underscores sustained federal demand for enterprise IT testing via Delivery Orders.

Watch List (1)

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    {"entity"=>"Planned Systems International Inc", "reason"=>"Dominates period with $162M obligation; minority status enables open wins with low outlay signaling upside.", "trigger"=>"Outlay >20% of obligation or option exercises"}

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