DoD awards $107M contract to COMCEPT INC for Aircraft Manufacturing services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $10,719,136 ($10.7M)
Contractor: Comcept Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2002-02-05
End Date: 2010-09-16
Contract Duration: 3,145 days
Daily Burn Rate: $3.4K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: 200205!000150!5700!GU72 !ASC/RWKR !F3365701G5028 !A!N! !N!0011 !20020205!20020629!087937392!118052013!008898843!N!COMCEPT INC !209 E IH 30 !ROCKWALL !TX!75087!62828!397!48!ROCKWALL !ROCKWALL !TEXAS !+000002732066!N!N!000000000000!R414!SYSTEMS ENGINEERING SERVICES !C9E!ALL OTHER SUPPLIES AND EQUIPME!3000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !336411!E! !4! ! ! ! ! !99990909!B! ! !N!Z!D!N!J!1!001!N!6A!Z!N!Z! ! !N!B!N!N! ! !A! !A!A!000!A!B!N! ! ! ! ! ! !0001!
Place of Performance
Location: ROCKWALL, ROCKWALL County, TEXAS, 75032, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $10.7 million to COMCEPT INC for work described as: 200205!000150!5700!GU72 !ASC/RWKR !F3365701G5028 !A!N! !N!0011 !20020205!20020629!087937392!118052013!008898843!N!COMCEPT INC !209 E IH 30 !ROCKWALL !TX!75087!62828!397!48!ROCKWALL !ROCKW… Key points: 1. The contract value is $107,191,360. 2. The contract was not competed, raising potential concerns about price discovery. 3. The primary contractor is COMCEPT INC, located in Texas. 4. The service falls under Aircraft Manufacturing, a specialized sector within Defense.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value of $107M for aircraft manufacturing services is substantial. Without a competitive bidding process, it is difficult to assess if this price is optimal compared to similar contracts.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source or limited competition award. This method can lead to higher prices due to a lack of market pressure and potentially less favorable terms for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition may result in taxpayers paying a premium for these services.
Public Impact
Significant taxpayer funds allocated to a single vendor for specialized services. Potential for inflated costs due to the absence of competitive bidding. Impact on the broader defense industrial base and potential for other capable firms to compete.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- Potential for overpricing
- Long contract duration (over 8 years)
Positive Signals
- Award to a single, established vendor
- Clear service category (Aircraft Manufacturing)
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Defense sector, specifically related to aircraft manufacturing. Spending in this area is critical for national security but requires careful oversight to ensure cost-effectiveness.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication in the provided data whether small businesses were involved as subcontractors or partners in this contract.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants close oversight to ensure the government is receiving fair value and that the contractor is meeting all performance requirements.
Related Government Programs
- Aircraft Manufacturing
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award
- Potential for cost overruns
- Lack of transparency in pricing
- Long-term commitment without competitive validation
Tags
aircraft-manufacturing, department-of-defense, tx, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $10.7 million to COMCEPT INC. 200205!000150!5700!GU72 !ASC/RWKR !F3365701G5028 !A!N! !N!0011 !20020205!20020629!087937392!118052013!008898843!N!COMCEPT INC !209 E IH 30 !ROCKWALL !TX!75087!62828!397!48!ROCKWALL !ROCKWALL !TEXAS !+000002732066!N!N!000000000000!R414!SYSTEMS ENGINEERING SERVICES !C9E!ALL OTHER SUPPLIES AND EQUIPME!3000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !336411!E! !4! ! ! ! ! !99990909!B
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is COMCEPT INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Contract Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $10.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2002-02-05. End: 2010-09-16.
What was the justification for not competing this contract, and how was the price determined to be fair and reasonable?
The justification for not competing this contract is not provided in the data. Typically, sole-source awards require a detailed justification, such as the existence of a unique capability or urgent need. The process for determining price reasonableness in such cases often involves cost analysis, comparison to historical data, or independent government cost estimates.
What are the specific aircraft manufacturing services being procured, and what is the risk of performance failure?
The specific services are categorized under 'Aircraft Manufacturing' (PSC 336411). The data does not detail the exact nature of these services. Risk of performance failure would depend on the contractor's capabilities, the complexity of the work, and the terms of the contract, which are not fully detailed here.
How does the $107M contract value compare to industry benchmarks for similar aircraft manufacturing services?
Without specific details on the services rendered and market data for comparable contracts, it is challenging to establish a precise benchmark. However, a contract of this magnitude for aircraft manufacturing suggests a significant scope of work, and the lack of competition makes direct comparison difficult.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing › Aircraft Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Contractor Details
Address: 209 E IH 30, ROCKWALL, TX, 75087
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: F3365701G5028
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2002-02-05
Current End Date: 2010-09-16
Potential End Date: 2010-09-16 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2017-04-24
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