Army Awards $14.9M Architect-Engineering Contract to Teledyne Brown Engineering in 1999
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $20,759,422 ($20.8M)
Contractor: Teledyne Industries Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 1999-06-30
End Date: 2003-09-30
Contract Duration: 1,553 days
Daily Burn Rate: $13.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS INCENTIVE
Sector: Other
Official Description: 199909!2100!0560!AA09 !U.S. ARMY INDUSTRIAL OPERATIONS !DAAA0995D0001 !A!*!0017 !19990630!20010221!149894073!008255408!008255408!N!14925!TELEDYNE BROWN ENGINEERING, A !300 SPARKMAN DRIVE !HUNTSVILLE !AL!35807!37000!089!01!HUNTSVILLE !MADISON !ALABAMA !0001!+000012854468!N!N!000000000000!C211!ARCHITECT-ENGINEERING SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !1000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !4953!5!B!S!*!B!A!*!A !N!V!2!003!B!* !Z!Y!Z!* !* !N!C!*!C!C!A!A!A!*!* !*!N!A!C!N!*!*!*!*!*!
Place of Performance
Location: HUNTSVILLE, MADISON County, ALABAMA, 35805
State: Alabama Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $20.8 million to TELEDYNE INDUSTRIES INC for work described as: 199909!2100!0560!AA09 !U.S. ARMY INDUSTRIAL OPERATIONS !DAAA0995D0001 !A!*!0017 !19990630!20010221!149894073!008255408!008255408!N!14925!TELEDYNE BROWN ENGINEERING, A !300 SPARKMAN DRIVE !HUNTSVILLE !AL!35807!37000!089!01!HUNTSVILLE !MADISO… Key points: 1. Contract awarded for architect-engineering services to support Army industrial operations. 2. Teledyne Brown Engineering, a subsidiary of Teledyne Industries Inc., secured the deal. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition. 4. The total value of the contract was approximately $14.9 million. 5. The contract period spanned from June 1999 to September 2003.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost Plus Incentive, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The final award amount of $14,925,000 is close to the initial estimate, suggesting some level of price control.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better value for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process likely resulted in a fair market price, minimizing unnecessary taxpayer expenditure for the architect-engineering services.
Public Impact
Supports U.S. Army industrial operations, contributing to national defense infrastructure. Award to a specific company, Teledyne Brown Engineering, impacts local economy in Huntsville, AL. Long contract duration (nearly 4 years) suggests a significant, ongoing need for services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Incentive contract type can incentivize higher costs.
- Long contract duration may increase risk of scope creep or changing requirements.
- No specific mention of small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Contract value appears reasonable for the services rendered.
- Supports critical Army industrial operations.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the professional services sector, specifically architect-engineering. Spending in this area is crucial for maintaining and upgrading government facilities and infrastructure, with benchmarks varying widely based on project scope and complexity.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business subcontracting opportunities were pursued or mandated.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense. Standard oversight mechanisms for defense contracts would apply, including performance monitoring and financial audits.
Related Government Programs
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Incentive contract type.
- Long contract duration.
- Lack of specific detail on services rendered.
- No clear indication of small business utilization.
Tags
department-of-defense, al, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $20.8 million to TELEDYNE INDUSTRIES INC. 199909!2100!0560!AA09 !U.S. ARMY INDUSTRIAL OPERATIONS !DAAA0995D0001 !A!*!0017 !19990630!20010221!149894073!008255408!008255408!N!14925!TELEDYNE BROWN ENGINEERING, A !300 SPARKMAN DRIVE !HUNTSVILLE !AL!35807!37000!089!01!HUNTSVILLE !MADISON !ALABAMA !0001!+000012854468!N!N!000000000000!C211!ARCHITECT-ENGINEERING SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !1000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !4953!5!B!S!*!B!A!*!A !N!V!2!0
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is TELEDYNE INDUSTRIES 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 $20.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 1999-06-30. End: 2003-09-30.
What specific industrial operations were supported by these architect-engineering services, and how did the services contribute to their efficiency or modernization?
The provided data does not detail the specific industrial operations supported. Architect-engineering services typically involve design, planning, and oversight for facility construction, renovation, or maintenance. These services would contribute to efficiency by ensuring functional designs and modernization by incorporating updated technologies or processes into facility plans.
Were there any performance issues or cost overruns associated with this Cost Plus Incentive contract, given its duration?
The data does not explicitly state performance issues or cost overruns. Cost Plus Incentive contracts carry inherent risks of increased costs if incentives are not structured effectively or if project requirements change significantly. A thorough review of contract performance reports and final cost reconciliation would be necessary to assess this.
How did the pricing of this contract compare to similar architect-engineering services procured by the Department of Defense during that period?
Benchmarking this contract's price against similar procurements would require access to a broader dataset of DoD architect-engineering contracts from the late 1990s. Factors like geographic location, specific service requirements, and the complexity of the projects would heavily influence price comparisons. Without such comparative data, a definitive assessment is not possible.
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS INCENTIVE (V)
Contractor Details
Address: 300 SPARKMAN DR NW, HUNTSVILLE
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 1999-06-30
Current End Date: 2003-09-30
Potential End Date: 2003-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2012-06-28
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