DoD awards $16.45M for Multinational Software/Hardware Engineering Support to Novonics Corp
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $16,451,114 ($16.5M)
Contractor: Novonics Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2006-01-30
End Date: 2010-09-30
Contract Duration: 1,704 days
Daily Burn Rate: $9.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST NO FEE
Sector: IT
Official Description: MULTINATIONAL SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE ENGINEERING SUPPORT
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20003
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $16.5 million to NOVONICS CORPORATION for work described as: MULTINATIONAL SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE ENGINEERING SUPPORT Key points: 1. Spending of $16.45M over 4 years for specialized engineering services. 2. Competition was full and open, suggesting potential for competitive pricing. 3. Risk appears moderate given the contract type and duration. 4. Sector is IT/Engineering Services, a common area for government procurement.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract was awarded as a delivery order under a larger IDIQ, making direct price comparisons difficult. However, the Cost No Fee (CNF) contract type suggests the government is bearing the cost risk, which is typical for R&D or early-stage development.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and allows the government to select the best value.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is generally favorable for taxpayers as it aims to secure the best possible pricing and quality.
Public Impact
Supports critical software and hardware engineering for defense applications. Ensures continued operational capability for complex defense systems. Potential for technology advancements through engineering support.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost No Fee contract type shifts cost risk to the government.
- Delivery Order under a larger IDIQ makes direct cost benchmarking difficult.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Contract supports essential defense engineering functions.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector, specifically supporting IT and hardware development. Government spending in this area is substantial, often driven by complex system requirements and technological evolution.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was sought or achieved through subcontracting.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was managed by the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), indicating standard oversight procedures were in place. The delivery order structure suggests it was part of a broader contract with established oversight.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost risk borne by the government due to CNF.
- Lack of specific technical scope details.
- Difficulty in direct cost benchmarking due to IDIQ structure.
- No small business awardee identified.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, dc, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $16.5 million to NOVONICS CORPORATION. MULTINATIONAL SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE ENGINEERING SUPPORT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is NOVONICS CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Contract Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $16.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-01-30. End: 2010-09-30.
What was the specific technical scope of the software and hardware engineering support provided?
The provided data lacks specific details on the technical scope. However, 'Multinational Software and Hardware Engineering Support' suggests a broad range of activities, potentially including design, development, integration, testing, and maintenance of complex defense systems, likely involving international collaboration or interoperability requirements.
What were the key performance metrics and evaluation criteria used during the full and open competition?
The data does not specify the evaluation criteria. In full and open competitions for engineering services, agencies typically evaluate factors such as technical approach, past performance, management capability, and price. Specific metrics would depend on the precise requirements of the software and hardware engineering support.
How did the Cost No Fee (CNF) contract type impact the government's ability to ensure value for money?
The CNF structure places the cost risk on the government, which is often used when the scope is uncertain or involves significant research and development. While it can facilitate innovation, it requires robust oversight to ensure costs remain reasonable and that the contractor is incentivized to perform efficiently, as profit is not directly tied to cost savings.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering 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
Solicitation ID: N0002406R3008
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST NO FEE (S)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: NEW Mountain Finance Sbic, LP (UEI: 052371981)
Address: 2451 CYRSTAL DR STE 1103, ARLINGTON, VA, 22202
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $18,733,743
Exercised Options: $18,733,743
Current Obligation: $16,451,114
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: N0017804D4092
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-01-30
Current End Date: 2010-09-30
Potential End Date: 2010-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2018-01-31
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