DoD Awards $61.4M Contract for Management Support Services to Engility LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $61,394,440 ($61.4M)
Contractor: Engility LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2004-09-27
End Date: 2005-06-09
Contract Duration: 255 days
Daily Burn Rate: $240.8K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: 200412!043473!2100!W911W4!HQ USAINSCOM, DIR OF CONTRACTING!W911W404D0005 !A!N! !N!0008 ! !20040927!20050309!048341838!048341838!048341838!N!THE TITAN CORPORATION !3033 SCIENCE PARK ROAD !SAN DIEGO !CA!92121!66672!059!51!RESTON !FAIRFAX !VIRGINIA !+000002626293!N!N!000000000000!R799!OTHER MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !000 !* !541614!E! !5!B!S! ! !B!20050309!B! ! !N!A!D!U!U!1!001!N!2A!Z!N!Z! ! !N!C!N! ! ! !A!A!A!A!000!A!B!N! ! ! !Y! ! !0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: RESTON, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 20190
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $61.4 million to ENGILITY LLC for work described as: 200412!043473!2100!W911W4!HQ USAINSCOM, DIR OF CONTRACTING!W911W404D0005 !A!N! !N!0008 ! !20040927!20050309!048341838!048341838!048341838!N!THE TITAN CORPORATION !3033 SCIENCE PARK ROAD !SAN DIEGO !CA!92121!66672!059!51!RESTON !FAIR… Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Engility LLC for Other Management Consulting Services. 2. Significant value of $61.4 million for a 255-day duration. 3. Awarded on a 'Not Competed' basis, raising potential competition concerns. 4. The sector is primarily IT and professional services, with a focus on management support.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $61.4 million for approximately 8.5 months of service appears high. Benchmarking against similar management support contracts is difficult without more detailed service descriptions and performance metrics.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and may not ensure the best value for taxpayers.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition could lead to inflated costs, impacting taxpayer value.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may not have received the best possible price due to the sole-source award. The effectiveness of the management support services provided by Engility LLC is not detailed. Future procurements in this category should explore competitive bidding to ensure value.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition.
- High contract value for a relatively short period.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
Positive Signals
- Contract awarded to a known entity (Engility LLC).
- Services provided are essential for operational support.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the professional services sector, specifically management consulting. Spending in this area can vary widely based on agency needs and project scope. Benchmarks are difficult without specific service details.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication that small businesses were involved in this specific contract award, either as prime contractors or subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The 'Not Competed' status warrants further review to ensure proper justification and adherence to procurement regulations. Oversight should focus on the necessity of sole-source awards.
Related Government Programs
- Other Management Consulting Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award.
- High contract value.
- Limited duration for significant funding.
- Lack of competition may lead to higher costs.
- Insufficient detail on service scope and performance.
Tags
other-management-consulting-services, department-of-defense, va, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $61.4 million to ENGILITY LLC. 200412!043473!2100!W911W4!HQ USAINSCOM, DIR OF CONTRACTING!W911W404D0005 !A!N! !N!0008 ! !20040927!20050309!048341838!048341838!048341838!N!THE TITAN CORPORATION !3033 SCIENCE PARK ROAD !SAN DIEGO !CA!92121!66672!059!51!RESTON !FAIRFAX !VIRGINIA !+000002626293!N!N!000000000000!R799!OTHER MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !000 !* !541614!E! !5!B!S! ! !B!200
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ENGILITY LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $61.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2004-09-27. End: 2005-06-09.
What was the justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis, and were alternative competitive strategies considered?
The provided data indicates the contract was 'NOT COMPETED'. A thorough review would be needed to understand the specific justification, such as urgency, unique capabilities, or lack of market research. Without this, it's difficult to assess if taxpayer funds were optimally utilized or if a competitive process could have yielded better pricing or innovation.
How does the per-unit cost or overall value of this contract compare to similar management support services procured competitively?
Direct comparison is challenging due to the sole-source nature and limited detail on specific services rendered. However, the $61.4 million award for an 8.5-month period suggests a high monthly expenditure. Benchmarking against competitively awarded contracts for similar scope and duration would be necessary to identify potential cost savings or overspending.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for these management support services, and how was Engility LLC's performance measured against them?
The data does not include specific KPIs or performance metrics for the management support services. Effective oversight would require clearly defined deliverables, measurable outcomes, and a robust system for tracking contractor performance to ensure the services met the government's needs and represented good value for the investment.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Other Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Engility Corporation (UEI: 783837672)
Address: 3750 CENTERVIEW DR, CHANTILLY, VA, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W911W404D0005
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2004-09-27
Current End Date: 2005-06-09
Potential End Date: 2005-06-09 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2014-08-14
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