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
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 Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering 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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