DoD Awards $291.7M for Persistent Threat Detection System Operations and Sustainment to Leidos, Inc

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $291,664,130 ($291.7M)

Contractor: Leidos, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2013-09-13

End Date: 2016-12-25

Contract Duration: 1,199 days

Daily Burn Rate: $243.3K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE

Sector: Defense

Official Description: AWARD OF TASK ORDER 0059 (S3R-1007) W15P7T-06-D-E405 PWS ENTITLED, "PERSISTENT THREAT DETECTION SYSTEM (PTDS) OPERATIONS AND SUSTAINMENT (O&S) SUPPORT FOR PRODUCT MANAGER METEOROLOGICAL AND TARGET IDENTIFICATION CAPABILITIES (PM MATIC)."

Place of Performance

Location: MARLTON, BURLINGTON County, NEW JERSEY, 08053

State: New Jersey Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $291.7 million to LEIDOS, INC. for work described as: AWARD OF TASK ORDER 0059 (S3R-1007) W15P7T-06-D-E405 PWS ENTITLED, "PERSISTENT THREAT DETECTION SYSTEM (PTDS) OPERATIONS AND SUSTAINMENT (O&S) SUPPORT FOR PRODUCT MANAGER METEOROLOGICAL AND TARGET IDENTIFICATION CAPABILITIES (PM MATIC)." Key points: 1. Significant contract value for critical threat detection capabilities. 2. Leidos, Inc. secured a large award, indicating strong market position. 3. Potential risks include sustainment costs and technology obsolescence. 4. Engineering services sector sees substantial investment in defense technology.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The $291.7 million award for PTDS O&S support appears reasonable given the scope and duration. Benchmarking against similar complex system sustainment contracts is necessary for a definitive assessment.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better value for the government.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers benefit from a competitive process that aims to secure the best value for essential defense systems.

Public Impact

Enhances national security through advanced threat detection capabilities. Supports military operations by ensuring the reliability of critical systems. Long-term sustainment contract implies ongoing need for these services.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

  • Sustainment costs over contract life
  • Technology obsolescence risk
  • Performance metrics clarity

Positive Signals

  • Critical national security function
  • Full and open competition
  • Experienced contractor

Sector Analysis

This award falls within the Engineering Services sector, specifically supporting advanced defense technology. Spending in this area is driven by national security needs and technological advancements.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses and was awarded to a large prime contractor, Leidos, Inc. Subcontracting opportunities for small businesses may exist but are not detailed here.

Oversight & Accountability

Standard DoD oversight mechanisms should apply. Ensuring clear performance metrics and regular reviews will be crucial for accountability on this long-term sustainment contract.

Related Government Programs

  • Engineering Services
  • Department of Defense Contracting
  • Department of the Army Programs

Risk Flags

  • Cost overruns
  • Technical obsolescence
  • Contractor performance issues
  • Scope creep

Tags

engineering-services, department-of-defense, nj, delivery-order, 100m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $291.7 million to LEIDOS, INC.. AWARD OF TASK ORDER 0059 (S3R-1007) W15P7T-06-D-E405 PWS ENTITLED, "PERSISTENT THREAT DETECTION SYSTEM (PTDS) OPERATIONS AND SUSTAINMENT (O&S) SUPPORT FOR PRODUCT MANAGER METEOROLOGICAL AND TARGET IDENTIFICATION CAPABILITIES (PM MATIC)."

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is LEIDOS, 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 $291.7 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2013-09-13. End: 2016-12-25.

What is the projected total cost of ownership over the full contract period, including potential option years?

The total awarded value is $291.7 million for the base period. A comprehensive total cost of ownership analysis would require projections for potential option years, sustainment costs, and any anticipated modifications or upgrades. This figure represents the initial commitment and may increase significantly over the contract's life.

How will the government ensure the PTDS technology remains current and effective against evolving threats?

The government will likely rely on contract clauses for technology refresh, regular performance reviews, and potentially future contract modifications or new procurements. Close collaboration with the contractor and ongoing market research are essential to identify and integrate emerging technologies to counter evolving threats effectively.

What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract, and how will contractor performance be measured?

Key performance indicators are not explicitly detailed in the provided data. However, for sustainment contracts of this nature, KPIs typically include system uptime, response times for maintenance, successful mission support, and adherence to PWS requirements. Performance will likely be measured through regular reporting, inspections, and user feedback.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesArchitectural, Engineering, and Related ServicesEngineering Services

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

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Leidos Holdings, Inc.

Address: 3000 LINCOLN DR E, MARLTON, NJ, 08053

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $641,121,414

Exercised Options: $575,051,412

Current Obligation: $291,664,130

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: W15P7T06DE405

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline

Start Date: 2013-09-13

Current End Date: 2016-12-25

Potential End Date: 2016-12-25 12:12:00

Last Modified: 2022-09-02

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