DoD's $1.86M Contract for Program Management Services Awarded to Titan Corp. in 2005
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $169,437,174 ($169.4M)
Contractor: Engility LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2005-09-10
End Date: 2006-03-09
Contract Duration: 180 days
Daily Burn Rate: $941.3K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: 200512!501075!2100!W911W4!HQ USAINSCOM, DIR OF CONTRACTING!W911W404D0005 !A!N! !Y!0025 ! !20050910!20051009!048341838!048341838!008898843!N!THE TITAN CORPORATION !3033 SCIENCE PARK ROAD !SAN DIEGO !CA!92121!66672!059!51!RESTON !FAIRFAX !VIRGINIA !+000018600000!N!N!000000000000!R408!PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !000 !* !541930!E! !5!B!S! ! ! !20200930!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: FORT BELVOIR, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22060
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $169.4 million to ENGILITY LLC for work described as: 200512!501075!2100!W911W4!HQ USAINSCOM, DIR OF CONTRACTING!W911W404D0005 !A!N! !Y!0025 ! !20050910!20051009!048341838!048341838!008898843!N!THE TITAN CORPORATION !3033 SCIENCE PARK ROAD !SAN DIEGO !CA!92121!66672!059!51!RESTON !FAIR… Key points: 1. The contract was awarded for program management and support services. 2. Titan Corporation, a subsidiary of Engility LLC, received the award. 3. The contract was not competed, raising potential concerns about price discovery. 4. The sector is primarily management consulting services, a common area for government contracts.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's value of $1.86 million for 180 days suggests a significant daily rate. Without specific deliverables or benchmarks for program management services, a precise pricing assessment is difficult. However, the cost-plus-fixed-fee structure can sometimes lead to higher costs if not tightly managed.
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 competition, potentially leading to a higher price than if multiple vendors had bid. The rationale for the sole-source award is not detailed.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition may have resulted in taxpayers paying more than necessary for these program management services.
Public Impact
Awarded to a single vendor without competition, limiting taxpayer value. Services provided are crucial for program management, impacting operational efficiency. Contract duration of 6 months suggests a focused, short-term need. The specific program supported is not detailed, making broader public impact assessment difficult.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- Cost-plus-fixed-fee pricing
- Limited transparency on program specifics
Positive Signals
- Awarded to a known entity (Titan Corp.)
- Services are essential for program execution
Sector Analysis
The contract falls under Other Management Consulting Services (NAICS 541618). Spending in this sector is common for government agencies requiring specialized support for program management, strategic planning, and operational efficiency. Benchmarks for such services vary widely based on scope and duration.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to Titan Corporation, a subsidiary of Engility LLC, neither of which are typically considered small businesses. There is no indication that small business participation was a requirement or a factor in this award.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants scrutiny. Oversight would focus on ensuring the fixed fee was reasonable and that the services delivered met all contractual requirements and objectives, despite the lack of competitive pressure.
Related Government Programs
- Other Management Consulting Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award lacks competitive pricing.
- Cost-plus-fixed-fee can incentivize higher spending.
- Limited detail on specific services and program impact.
- No indication of small business participation.
Tags
other-management-consulting-services, department-of-defense, va, do, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $169.4 million to ENGILITY LLC. 200512!501075!2100!W911W4!HQ USAINSCOM, DIR OF CONTRACTING!W911W404D0005 !A!N! !Y!0025 ! !20050910!20051009!048341838!048341838!008898843!N!THE TITAN CORPORATION !3033 SCIENCE PARK ROAD !SAN DIEGO !CA!92121!66672!059!51!RESTON !FAIRFAX !VIRGINIA !+000018600000!N!N!000000000000!R408!PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !000 !* !541930!E! !5!B!S! ! ! !202
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 $169.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2005-09-10. End: 2006-03-09.
What was the justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis, and how was the fixed fee determined to be fair and reasonable?
The provided data does not include the specific justification for the sole-source award. Typically, agencies must demonstrate that only one source can meet the requirement or that exceptional circumstances exist. The reasonableness of the fixed fee would ideally be assessed through cost analysis, comparison to similar services, or historical pricing, though this information is absent here.
What specific program management and support services were rendered under this contract, and how did they contribute to the Department of Defense's mission?
The data identifies the contract's purpose as 'PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT SERVICES' but does not detail the specific tasks or deliverables. Understanding the precise nature of these services is crucial to evaluating their contribution to the Department of Defense's mission and assessing the overall value derived from the $1.86 million expenditure.
Given the cost-plus-fixed-fee structure and lack of competition, what mechanisms were in place to ensure efficient service delivery and prevent cost overruns?
While the contract type is cost-plus-fixed-fee, the lack of competition limits insight into efficiency controls. Effective oversight would typically involve rigorous monitoring of costs, performance metrics, and deliverables. Without detailed reporting on these aspects, it's difficult to definitively assess the mechanisms ensuring efficiency and preventing overruns beyond the fixed fee itself.
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) › PROFESSIONAL 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: L-3 Communications Holdings, Inc. (UEI: 008898843)
Address: 3033 SCIENCE PARK ROAD, SAN DIEGO, CA, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W911W404D0005
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2005-09-10
Current End Date: 2006-03-09
Potential End Date: 2006-03-09 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2011-08-11
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