Navy Awards $21.8M Contract for Engineering Services to National Security Research Inc

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $21,864,148 ($21.9M)

Contractor: Caci-Nsr, Inc

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2005-09-15

End Date: 2012-04-04

Contract Duration: 2,393 days

Daily Burn Rate: $9.1K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 21

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE

Sector: Defense

Official Description: 200512!063129!1700!N00178!NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER !N0017805D4465 !A!N! !Y!0002 ! !20050915!20060404!101912772!101912772!101912772!N!NATIONAL SECURITY RESEARCH INC!2231 CRYSTAL DR STE 500 !ARLINGTON !VA!22202!03000!013!51!ARLINGTON !ARLINGTON !VIRGINIA !+000001248932!N!N!000000000000!B541!DEFENSE STUDIES !S1 !SERVICES !000 !* !541330!E! !5!B!M! !A!D!20090331!B! ! !A! !A!N!U!2!021!B! !Z!N!Z! ! !N!B!N!N! !B!A! !A!A!000!A!B!N! ! ! ! !1700!N00178!0001! !

Place of Performance

Location: ARLINGTON, ARLINGTON County, VIRGINIA, 22202

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $21.9 million to CACI-NSR, INC for work described as: 200512!063129!1700!N00178!NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER !N0017805D4465 !A!N! !Y!0002 ! !20050915!20060404!101912772!101912772!101912772!N!NATIONAL SECURITY RESEARCH INC!2231 CRYSTAL DR STE 500 !ARLINGTON !VA!22202!03000!013!51!ARLINGTON !ARLI… Key points: 1. The contract value is $21.8 million, awarded to National Security Research Inc. 2. Competition was full and open, indicating a competitive bidding process. 3. The contract is for engineering services, a broad category with potential for varied applications. 4. The award was a delivery order under a larger contract, suggesting it's part of an ongoing relationship.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The total award amount is $21.8 million, but the specific pricing structure and profit margins are not detailed here.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. However, the specific details of the bidding and selection are not provided.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award suggests taxpayers likely received a fair price, but the cost-plus structure warrants monitoring for efficiency.

Public Impact

This contract supports national security research and development efforts. The engineering services provided could impact naval capabilities and readiness. The duration of the contract (over 7 years) indicates a long-term need for these services.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Cost-plus-fixed-fee contracts can incentivize contractor overspending.
Long contract duration increases risk of scope creep or changing requirements.
Lack of detailed performance metrics makes assessing value difficult.

Positive Signals

Awarded under full and open competition.
Contract supports critical defense needs.
Experienced contractor likely involved.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under engineering services, a broad category often supporting defense and technology sectors. Benchmarks for similar contracts vary widely based on scope and complexity, but the $21.8M value over 7 years suggests a significant, ongoing requirement.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were subcontracting opportunities.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded as a delivery order, implying it falls under a larger, pre-existing contract. Oversight would depend on the quality of the parent contract's management and the specific oversight applied to this delivery order.

Related Government Programs

Engineering Services
Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Navy Programs

Risk Flags

Cost-plus-fixed-fee contract type.
Long contract duration (over 7 years).
Lack of specific service details.
No indication of small business participation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $21.9 million to CACI-NSR, INC. 200512!063129!1700!N00178!NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER !N0017805D4465 !A!N! !Y!0002 ! !20050915!20060404!101912772!101912772!101912772!N!NATIONAL SECURITY RESEARCH INC!2231 CRYSTAL DR STE 500 !ARLINGTON !VA!22202!03000!013!51!ARLINGTON !ARLINGTON !VIRGINIA !+000001248932!N!N!000000000000!B541!DEFENSE STUDIES !S1 !SERVICES !000 !* !541330!E! !5!B!M! !A!D!200

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is CACI-NSR, INC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

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

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $21.9 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2005-09-15. End: 2012-04-04.

What specific engineering services were procured, and how do they align with current naval warfare requirements?

The provided data classifies the service under 'DEFENSE STUDIES' and PSC '541330' (Engineering Services). Without further details, it's difficult to ascertain the precise nature of the engineering services. They likely relate to research, analysis, or design supporting naval operations or technology development, but the exact scope remains unclear and requires deeper investigation into the contract's statement of work.

What is the potential for cost overruns given the Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract type?

CPFF contracts carry inherent risks of cost overruns as the contractor is reimbursed for allowable costs plus a fixed fee. While the fixed fee provides some incentive for efficiency, it can also lead to less stringent cost control compared to fixed-price contracts. Effective government oversight and clear performance metrics are crucial to mitigate these risks and ensure value for taxpayer money.

How effectively did the full and open competition process ensure the best value was obtained for these engineering services?

While 'full and open competition' suggests a robust process, the ultimate value achieved depends on the evaluation criteria used and the quality of the proposals submitted. The long duration and CPFF structure mean that ongoing monitoring of performance and costs is essential to confirm that the initial competitive award continues to deliver optimal value throughout the contract's life.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services

Product/Service Code: SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS, NOT R&D › SPECIAL STUDIES - NOT R and D

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Offers Received: 21

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: CACI International Inc (UEI: 045534641)

Address: 2800 CRYSTAL DR STE 900, ARLINGTON, VA, 22202

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: N0017805D4465

IDV Type: IDC

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