DoD's JCALS ESS contract awarded to Engility LLC for $18.8M, utilizing full and open competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $18,849,405 ($18.8M)
Contractor: Engility LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2008-09-26
End Date: 2010-09-25
Contract Duration: 729 days
Daily Burn Rate: $25.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: IT
Official Description: JOINT COMPUTER-AIDED ACQUISITION AND LOGISTICS SUPPORT (JCALS) ENTERPRISE SUPPORT SERVICES (ESS).
Place of Performance
Location: MARLTON, BURLINGTON County, NEW JERSEY, 08053, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $18.8 million to ENGILITY LLC for work described as: JOINT COMPUTER-AIDED ACQUISITION AND LOGISTICS SUPPORT (JCALS) ENTERPRISE SUPPORT SERVICES (ESS). Key points: 1. Contract Value: $18.8 million over 729 days. 2. Competition: Awarded via full and open competition. 3. Risk: Time and Materials contract type may pose cost escalation risks. 4. Sector: Information Technology and Engineering Services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $18.8 million for 729 days suggests a moderate daily rate. Benchmarking against similar engineering support services contracts is needed to assess pricing effectiveness.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better value for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently, though the Time and Materials contract type warrants monitoring for cost control.
Public Impact
Supports critical joint computer-aided acquisition and logistics functions for the Department of Defense. Ensures continuity of essential enterprise support services. Impact on military readiness and operational efficiency through robust IT and logistics support.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials contract type
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Supports critical DoD functions
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector, specifically supporting IT and logistics for the Department of Defense. Benchmarks for similar enterprise support services contracts are essential for a comprehensive value assessment.
Small Business Impact
The provided data indicates that this contract was not awarded to small businesses (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was sought or achieved through subcontracting.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense. Oversight would typically involve program management offices within the Army and DoD to ensure contract performance and adherence to terms.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials contract type.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics in the provided summary.
- No indication of small business participation.
- Contract duration of 729 days may require follow-on contracts for sustained support.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, nj, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $18.8 million to ENGILITY LLC. JOINT COMPUTER-AIDED ACQUISITION AND LOGISTICS SUPPORT (JCALS) ENTERPRISE SUPPORT SERVICES (ESS).
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 $18.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-09-26. End: 2010-09-25.
What was the specific scope of work for these enterprise support services, and how did it align with the $18.8 million budget?
The scope of work likely encompassed a range of IT and logistics support functions critical to the Joint Computer-Aided Acquisition and Logistics Support (JCALS) system. This could include system maintenance, help desk support, network management, and data management. The $18.8 million budget over approximately two years suggests a significant investment in maintaining and operating these vital defense systems.
What were the key performance indicators (KPIs) for Engility LLC under this contract, and how was performance measured?
Specific KPIs are not detailed in the provided data. However, for enterprise support services, typical KPIs would include system uptime, response times for support requests, resolution rates, and adherence to security protocols. Performance would likely be measured through regular reporting, service level agreement (SLA) adherence, and potentially user satisfaction surveys.
Given the Time and Materials contract type, what measures were in place to control costs and prevent overruns?
Time and Materials contracts, while offering flexibility, carry inherent cost overrun risks. To mitigate this, the government likely implemented contract clauses such as 'level of effort' limitations, 'not-to-exceed' (NTE) caps, and rigorous oversight of labor hours and material costs. Regular reviews and audits would be crucial to ensure costs remained reasonable and justified.
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: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Engility Corporation (UEI: 783837672)
Address: 3750 CENTERVIEW DR, CHANTILLY, VA, 20151
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $18,849,405
Exercised Options: $18,849,405
Current Obligation: $18,849,405
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DAAB0702DP001
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-09-26
Current End Date: 2010-09-25
Potential End Date: 2010-09-25 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2015-09-01
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