DoD awards $18.8M for NGLS production to Tyonek Engineering, raising competition concerns
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $18,826,543 ($18.8M)
Contractor: Tyonek Engineering & Agile Manufacturing LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2011-06-22
End Date: 2014-01-01
Contract Duration: 924 days
Daily Burn Rate: $20.4K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: PRODUCTION NGLS GV-WC RC
Place of Performance
Location: WARNER ROBINS, HOUSTON County, GEORGIA, 31093
State: Georgia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $18.8 million to TYONEK ENGINEERING & AGILE MANUFACTURING LLC for work described as: PRODUCTION NGLS GV-WC RC Key points: 1. Significant award value for specialized engineering services. 2. Limited competition raises questions about price discovery. 3. Potential for higher costs due to sole-source nature. 4. Focus on Special Operations Command highlights critical needs.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract was awarded as 'NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION', making direct pricing comparisons difficult. The awarded amount of $18.8M for engineering services over 924 days suggests a substantial per-diem rate, but without competitive bids, its value is hard to ascertain.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract was awarded under a sole-source justification, indicating a lack of competition. This limits the government's ability to leverage market forces to achieve the best possible price and may result in a higher cost to taxpayers.
Taxpayer Impact: The absence of competition for this $18.8M contract means taxpayers may not have received the most cost-effective solution.
Public Impact
Special Operations Command receives critical engineering support. Taxpayer funds allocated for specialized defense services. Contract duration spans over two years. Awardee is Tyonek Engineering & Agile Manufacturing LLC.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award
- Lack of competition
- Limited price discovery
Positive Signals
- Awarded to a specific company for specialized services
- Supports critical defense operations
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330), a sector often characterized by specialized expertise and, in some cases, limited competition for highly specific requirements. Benchmarks for such niche services can vary widely.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether Tyonek Engineering & Agile Manufacturing LLC is a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine the impact on small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants scrutiny to ensure that the government's interests were adequately protected and that the pricing is reasonable, even without a competitive process.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- U.S. Special Operations Command Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition.
- Potential for inflated pricing.
- Lack of transparency in contract designation.
- No indication of small business participation.
- Performance data not available.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, ga, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $18.8 million to TYONEK ENGINEERING & AGILE MANUFACTURING LLC. PRODUCTION NGLS GV-WC RC
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is TYONEK ENGINEERING & AGILE MANUFACTURING LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (U.S. Special Operations Command).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $18.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-06-22. End: 2014-01-01.
What specific engineering services were provided under this contract, and how do they align with the 'PRODUCTION NGLS GV-WC RC' designation?
The designation 'PRODUCTION NGLS GV-WC RC' is cryptic and likely refers to a specific program or system within the U.S. Special Operations Command. The engineering services would have been tailored to support the production, maintenance, or enhancement of this particular asset, ensuring its operational readiness and effectiveness for critical missions.
Given the sole-source award, what mechanisms were in place to ensure the reasonableness of the $18.8M price?
Without a competitive process, the government typically relies on cost realism analyses, should-cost reviews, and comparisons to historical pricing or independent government cost estimates. The contracting officer would have been responsible for verifying the proposed costs were realistic and represented fair value for the services rendered, even in the absence of competing offers.
How effective was Tyonek Engineering & Agile Manufacturing LLC in delivering the required engineering services, and did it meet the needs of U.S. Special Operations Command?
The provided data does not include performance metrics or contract close-out information. To assess effectiveness, one would need to review performance reports, user feedback from U.S. Special Operations Command, and any contract modifications or disputes that may have arisen during the contract period (2011-2014).
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: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: THE Tyonek Native Corporation (UEI: 153808613)
Address: 800 DUKE AVENUE, WARNER ROBINS, GA, 90
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Emerging Small Business, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $18,826,543
Exercised Options: $18,826,543
Current Obligation: $18,826,543
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: H9222207D0015
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-06-22
Current End Date: 2014-01-01
Potential End Date: 2014-01-01 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2012-12-03
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