DoD's $29.9M Research Contract with Odyssey Systems Consulting Group for Acquisition Support Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $29,883,133 ($29.9M)
Contractor: Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2015-06-19
End Date: 2018-11-17
Contract Duration: 1,247 days
Daily Burn Rate: $24.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 9
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: R&D
Official Description: IGF::CT::IGF PROFESSIONAL ACQUSITION SUPPORT SERVICES (PASS II) HBQ TASK ORDER
Place of Performance
Location: WAKEFIELD, MIDDLESEX County, MASSACHUSETTS, 01880
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $29.9 million to ODYSSEY SYSTEMS CONSULTING GROUP, LTD. for work described as: IGF::CT::IGF PROFESSIONAL ACQUSITION SUPPORT SERVICES (PASS II) HBQ TASK ORDER Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Odyssey Systems Consulting Group for $29.9M. 2. Service category is Research and Development in Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences. 3. Awarded under Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources. 4. Contract duration was 1247 days, ending November 2018. 5. The contract type was Cost Plus Fixed Fee.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract type can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The total award amount of $29.9M for a 3-year period suggests a moderate level of spending for specialized acquisition support services.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under 'Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources,' indicating a limited competition where some sources were excluded. This method might not yield the most competitive pricing compared to unrestricted full and open competition.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used for specialized acquisition support, with potential for less than optimal pricing due to limited competition.
Public Impact
Supports the Department of the Air Force's acquisition processes. Focuses on research and development in physical, engineering, and life sciences. Contract involved specialized professional acquisition support services. The duration and value indicate a significant, multi-year engagement.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition may have impacted price discovery.
- CPFF contract type carries inherent cost overrun risks.
- Exclusion of sources in competition raises oversight questions.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under a competitive process, albeit limited.
- Supports critical R&D acquisition functions for the Air Force.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Research and Development sector, specifically for physical, engineering, and life sciences. Spending in this area is crucial for technological advancement but requires careful oversight to ensure value for money.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses (ss: false, sb: false). The focus on specialized acquisition support services may have favored larger, established firms.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded under a specific competitive procedure ('Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources'), suggesting a need for justification for excluding certain vendors. Oversight would be crucial to ensure the selected vendor provided value and met performance requirements.
Related Government Programs
- Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to CPFF structure.
- Limited competition may have resulted in suboptimal pricing.
- Justification for source exclusion needs verification.
- Lack of small business participation.
Tags
research-and-development-in-the-physical, department-of-defense, ma, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $29.9 million to ODYSSEY SYSTEMS CONSULTING GROUP, LTD.. IGF::CT::IGF PROFESSIONAL ACQUSITION SUPPORT SERVICES (PASS II) HBQ TASK ORDER
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ODYSSEY SYSTEMS CONSULTING GROUP, LTD..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Air Force).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $29.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2015-06-19. End: 2018-11-17.
What was the specific justification for excluding sources in this 'Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources' award?
The justification for excluding sources would typically relate to specific technical requirements, past performance, or unique capabilities that only certain vendors could meet. Without further documentation, it's difficult to ascertain the precise reasons, but such exclusions necessitate rigorous justification to ensure fair competition and prevent potential favoritism.
How did the CPFF contract structure impact the final cost compared to a fixed-price contract for similar R&D acquisition support?
A Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) structure allows the contractor to recover all allowable costs plus a predetermined fixed fee. This can be beneficial for R&D where scope is uncertain, but it shifts cost risk to the government. A fixed-price contract would offer more cost certainty but might deter contractors from bidding on highly uncertain R&D projects or require significant contingency pricing.
What performance metrics were used to evaluate Odyssey Systems Consulting Group's effectiveness under this contract?
Performance metrics for acquisition support services typically include on-time delivery of support, quality of deliverables (e.g., acquisition strategy documents, analysis reports), adherence to budget, and customer satisfaction. Specific metrics would be detailed in the contract's Performance Work Statement (PWS) and monitored through regular progress reports and reviews.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Scientific Research and Development Services › Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 9
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 201 EDGEWATER DR STE 270, WAKEFIELD, MA, 01880
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $36,616,188
Exercised Options: $36,355,121
Current Obligation: $29,883,133
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: FA872113D0002
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2015-06-19
Current End Date: 2018-11-17
Potential End Date: 2018-11-17 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2022-08-03
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