DoD's $19.3M Aviation and Missile Command Contract Awarded to SIGMATECH INC for Program Management Services

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $12,785,321 ($12.8M)

Contractor: Sigmatech Inc

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2006-02-28

End Date: 2011-08-27

Contract Duration: 2,006 days

Daily Burn Rate: $6.4K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: 200605!002133!2100!W31P4Q!USA AVIATION AND MISSILE COMMAND!W31P4Q05A0026 !A!N! !Y!0010 ! !20060228!20101231!193460839!193460839!193460839!N!SIGMATECH INC !689 DISCOVERY DR NW STE 5 !HUNTSVILLE !AL!35806!37000!089!01!HUNTSVILLE !MADISON !ALABAMA !+000002450634!N!N!000000000000!R408!PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !000 !NOT DISCERNABLE !541330!E! !7! !S! ! ! !99990909!C! ! !N!Z!A!N!J!2!003! ! !Z!N!Z! ! !Y!A!N!N!Z! ! ! !A!A!000!A!B!N! ! ! ! ! ! !0001! !

Place of Performance

Location: HUNTSVILLE, MADISON County, ALABAMA, 35898

State: Alabama Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $12.8 million to SIGMATECH INC for work described as: 200605!002133!2100!W31P4Q!USA AVIATION AND MISSILE COMMAND!W31P4Q05A0026 !A!N! !Y!0010 ! !20060228!20101231!193460839!193460839!193460839!N!SIGMATECH INC !689 DISCOVERY DR NW STE 5 !HUNTSVILLE !AL!35806!37000!089!01!HUNTSVILLE !MADISON !ALABAMA !+000002450634!N!N!000000000000!R40… Key points: 1. The contract, valued at $19.3 million, was awarded to SIGMATECH INC for program management and support services. 2. The award was made under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. The contract duration spans from February 2006 to August 2011, indicating a medium-term engagement. 4. The primary service category is Engineering Services (NAICS 541330), with a focus on program management. 5. The contract was awarded as a Delivery Order, implying it's part of a larger indefinite-delivery contract.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The total contract value is $19,346,083.90. Without specific per-unit cost data or benchmarks for similar program management services contracts, a precise value assessment is difficult. However, the total value appears reasonable for a multi-year program management effort.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating that multiple bidders had the opportunity to compete. This method generally promotes price discovery and can lead to more competitive pricing.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award suggests that taxpayers likely received a fair price for the program management and support services provided.

Public Impact

This contract supports critical aviation and missile command functions within the Department of Defense. The services provided are essential for the effective management and execution of defense programs. The duration of the contract suggests a sustained need for these program management capabilities. The award to SIGMATECH INC contributes to the defense industrial base and employment in Alabama.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 63 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of detailed performance metrics or outcome data.
Potential for scope creep in program management contracts.
Reliance on a single delivery order for a significant value.

Positive Signals

Awarded through full and open competition.
Clear service category (Engineering Services).
Established contractor with a physical address.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector, specifically focusing on program management and support. Spending in this sector is crucial for government agencies to oversee complex projects and ensure efficient operations. Benchmarks for program management services can vary widely based on project scope and complexity.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss: false). Therefore, there is no direct benefit to small businesses from this specific award, though SIGMATECH INC may subcontract.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded through full and open competition, which implies a degree of oversight in the solicitation and evaluation process. However, further details on performance monitoring and accountability mechanisms are not provided in this data.

Related Government Programs

Engineering Services
Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Army Programs

Risk Flags

Lack of specific performance metrics.
No indication of small business subcontracting.
Limited detail on the specific services rendered.
Potential for cost overruns in long-term program management.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $12.8 million to SIGMATECH INC. 200605!002133!2100!W31P4Q!USA AVIATION AND MISSILE COMMAND!W31P4Q05A0026 !A!N! !Y!0010 ! !20060228!20101231!193460839!193460839!193460839!N!SIGMATECH INC !689 DISCOVERY DR NW STE 5 !HUNTSVILLE !AL!35806!37000!089!01!HUNTSVILLE !MADISON !ALABAMA !+000002450634!N!N!000000000000!R408!PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !000 !NOT DISCERNABLE !541330!E! !7! !S! ! ! !99990909!C! ! !N!Z!A!N!J!2!003! ! !Z!N!Z! ! !Y!A!N!N!Z! ! ! !A!A!000!A!B!N! ! ! ! ! ! !0001! !

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is SIGMATECH INC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

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

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $12.8 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2006-02-28. End: 2011-08-27.

What specific program management functions were performed under this contract, and how did they contribute to the success of aviation and missile command initiatives?

The contract was for 'PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT SERVICES' within the Engineering Services category (NAICS 541330). These services likely encompassed planning, organizing, directing, and controlling resources to achieve specific program objectives for the Aviation and Missile Command. This could include tasks like budget management, schedule adherence, risk mitigation, and stakeholder coordination, all crucial for the successful execution of defense programs.

Given the $19.3 million value and the 5-year duration, what were the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to assess SIGMATECH INC's effectiveness and ensure value for taxpayer money?

The provided data does not specify the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) used to assess SIGMATECH INC's effectiveness. Typically, for program management contracts, KPIs might include on-time delivery of milestones, adherence to budget, successful risk management, quality of deliverables, and stakeholder satisfaction. Without these details, it's difficult to definitively gauge the value achieved beyond the contract's completion.

How did the full and open competition process ensure that SIGMATECH INC's pricing was competitive and represented the best value for the Department of Defense?

The full and open competition process theoretically ensures competitive pricing by allowing multiple qualified vendors to submit proposals. This competition drives down costs as vendors vie for the contract. The Department of Defense would have evaluated these proposals based on a combination of technical merit and price to determine the 'best value' offering, rather than solely selecting the lowest bid.

Industry Classification

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

Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 689 DISCOVERY DR NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35806

Business Categories: Category Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: W31P4Q05A0026

IDV Type: IDC

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