Naval Air Warfare Center awards $155.7M contract for ADP & Telecommunication Services to Veridian Engineering, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $15,568,724 ($15.6M)
Contractor: KBR Wyle Services, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2003-09-30
End Date: 2004-09-30
Contract Duration: 366 days
Daily Burn Rate: $42.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE
Sector: IT
Official Description: 200312!000277!1700!A8454 !NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER, WEAPON!N6893602D0027 !A!N! !N!0069 !20030930!20040930!004482378!116187758!001381284!N!VERIDIAN ENGINEERING, INC !4455 GENESEE STREET !BUFFALO !NY!14225!13154!029!06!CHINA LAKE NWC !KERN !CALIFORNIA!+000006140000!N!N!000000000000!D399!OTHER ADP & TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !2000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !541519!E! !5!B!S! ! !D!20040930!B!F!N!A! !A!U!R!2!004!B! !C!N!Z! ! !N!C!N! ! ! !A!A!A!A!000!A!C!N! ! ! !Y! ! !0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: RIDGECREST, KERN County, CALIFORNIA, 93555
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $15.6 million to KBR WYLE SERVICES, LLC for work described as: 200312!000277!1700!A8454 !NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER, WEAPON!N6893602D0027 !A!N! !N!0069 !20030930!20040930!004482378!116187758!001381284!N!VERIDIAN ENGINEERING, INC !4455 GENESEE STREET !BUFFALO !NY!14225!13154!029!06!CHINA LAKE NWC !KERN … Key points: 1. The contract, valued at $155.7 million, was awarded for ADP & Telecommunication Services. 2. Veridian Engineering, Inc. secured the contract through full and open competition. 3. The contract duration was 366 days, with a start date of September 30, 2003, and an end date of September 30, 2004. 4. The primary sector for this spending is Information Technology, specifically 'Other Computer Related Services'.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract was awarded as a Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) type, which can lead to higher costs if not managed effectively. The total award amount was $155,687,240.
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. However, the Cost Plus Award Fee structure may incentivize contractor performance but can also lead to less predictable final costs.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used for this contract. The cost-plus structure requires careful oversight to ensure value for money and prevent cost overruns.
Public Impact
This contract supports critical naval air warfare capabilities, impacting national defense readiness. The services provided likely involve advanced computing and communication systems essential for military operations. The award to Veridian Engineering, Inc. signifies a significant business opportunity for the company and its employees.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) contract type can lead to higher costs.
- Limited contract duration (366 days) may indicate a need for ongoing services or a bridge contract.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive process.
- The contract supports a critical defense function (Naval Air Warfare).
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Information Technology sector, specifically 'Other Computer Related Services' (NAICS 541519). Spending in this area is crucial for modernizing defense systems and maintaining technological superiority.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a primary factor in this award, as the 'SB' flag is not set. Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities were available.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Navy, part of the Department of Defense. Oversight would typically involve program managers and contracting officers ensuring performance and cost control.
Related Government Programs
- Other Computer Related Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Navy Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) structure can lead to cost uncertainty.
- Limited contract duration may indicate a need for follow-on contracts.
- Lack of specific detail on services procured hinders full understanding of value.
- No explicit mention of small business subcontracting goals.
Tags
other-computer-related-services, department-of-defense, ca, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $15.6 million to KBR WYLE SERVICES, LLC. 200312!000277!1700!A8454 !NAVAL AIR WARFARE CENTER, WEAPON!N6893602D0027 !A!N! !N!0069 !20030930!20040930!004482378!116187758!001381284!N!VERIDIAN ENGINEERING, INC !4455 GENESEE STREET !BUFFALO !NY!14225!13154!029!06!CHINA LAKE NWC !KERN !CALIFORNIA!+000006140000!N!N!000000000000!D399!OTHER ADP & TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !2000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !541519!E! !5!B!S! ! !D!20040930!B
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is KBR WYLE SERVICES, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Navy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $15.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2003-09-30. End: 2004-09-30.
What specific ADP and telecommunication services were procured under this contract, and how did they contribute to the Naval Air Warfare Center's mission?
The contract details do not specify the exact nature of the ADP and telecommunication services. However, given the context of the Naval Air Warfare Center, these services likely encompassed areas such as network infrastructure, data processing, communication systems maintenance, software development, or IT support critical for naval aviation operations and command and control.
What were the key performance metrics and award fee criteria that influenced the final cost of this Cost Plus Award Fee contract?
The specific performance metrics and award fee criteria are not detailed in the provided data. Typically, for a CPAF contract, these would be tied to achieving specific technical milestones, delivery schedules, quality standards, and overall program objectives. The 'award fee' component allowed the government to incentivize contractor performance beyond basic requirements.
How did the competitive bidding process for this 'full and open' contract ensure the best value and pricing for the government?
A 'full and open' competition implies that all responsible sources were permitted to submit proposals. The government would evaluate these proposals based on pre-defined criteria, which usually include technical approach, past performance, and price. The competitive nature aims to drive down costs and encourage innovative solutions, ensuring the government receives the best overall value.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE (R)
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Court Square Capital Partners, L.P. (UEI: 610537735)
Address: 7800 HWY 20 W., HUNTSVILLE, AL, 05
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: N6893602D0027
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2003-09-30
Current End Date: 2004-09-30
Potential End Date: 2004-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2010-01-14
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