DoD Awards $16.5M Task Order for Alternate Staffing Training to Communication Technologies, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $16,561,779 ($16.6M)
Contractor: Communication Technologies, Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2009-12-23
End Date: 2010-03-26
Contract Duration: 93 days
Daily Burn Rate: $178.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: ALTERNATE STAFFING - TASK ORDER 0014 AWARD
Place of Performance
Location: FORT MONROE, HAMPTON (CITY) County, VIRGINIA, 23651
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $16.6 million to COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES, INC for work described as: ALTERNATE STAFFING - TASK ORDER 0014 AWARD Key points: 1. The contract value is $16.56 million. 2. Awarded under full and open competition. 3. The contract duration is 93 days. 4. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 611430 for Professional and Management Development Training.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract was awarded at a price of $16.56 million for a 93-day period. Without specific per-unit cost data or benchmarks for similar training services, a precise value assessment is difficult. However, the duration suggests a significant daily expenditure.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating that multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and allows the government to select the best value offering.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for professional development training. The competitive award process aims to ensure efficient use of these funds.
Public Impact
Provides specialized training services to the Department of the Army. Supports military personnel development and readiness. The training is critical for maintaining operational effectiveness.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Short contract duration may indicate a specific, time-sensitive need.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics makes assessing effectiveness challenging.
- No indication of small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Firm fixed price contract provides cost certainty.
- Clear objective for professional and management development training.
Sector Analysis
The spending falls within the Professional and Management Development Training sector, classified under NAICS code 611430. This sector involves providing training and educational services to businesses and individuals to enhance professional skills.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss=false, sb=false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses had opportunities to participate as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense. Standard government procurement oversight processes would apply to ensure compliance and accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Professional and Management Development Training
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- High contract value for a short duration.
- Lack of specific performance metrics.
- No small business participation indicated.
- Limited detail on training content and objectives.
Tags
professional-and-management-development-, department-of-defense, va, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $16.6 million to COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES, INC. ALTERNATE STAFFING - TASK ORDER 0014 AWARD
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES, 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 $16.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-12-23. End: 2010-03-26.
What specific skills or knowledge are being imparted through this alternate staffing training, and how do they align with current Army operational needs?
The provided data does not specify the exact content of the 'Alternate Staffing - Task Order 0014 Award' training. However, given the context of professional and management development, it likely focuses on enhancing leadership, operational efficiency, or specialized technical skills relevant to Army operations. Understanding the curriculum would be crucial to assessing its direct impact on readiness and effectiveness.
What was the competitive landscape for this task order, and how did the pricing compare to other bids received?
The task order was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION,' suggesting multiple bids were solicited. However, the specific bid prices from competing vendors are not provided. Without this information, it's impossible to definitively assess if Communication Technologies, Inc.'s price was competitive or represented the best value, beyond the general assumption that competition drives better pricing.
What is the expected return on investment or measurable outcome for this $16.56 million training expenditure?
The data lacks specific metrics to quantify the return on investment for this training. While the contract aims for professional and management development, the actual impact on Army personnel performance, efficiency, or cost savings is not detailed. Establishing clear, measurable outcomes before and after the training would be essential for evaluating its effectiveness and justifying the significant expenditure.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Educational Services › Business Schools and Computer and Management Training › Professional and Management Development Training
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: W912SU07R0007
Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 14151 NEWBROOK DR STE 400, CHANTILLY, VA, 90
Business Categories: Black American Owned Business, Category Business, Minority Owned Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $16,561,779
Exercised Options: $16,561,779
Current Obligation: $16,561,779
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W912SU07D0002
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-12-23
Current End Date: 2010-03-26
Potential End Date: 2010-03-26 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2010-08-25
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