DoD awards $608M for aircraft structural component repair to DynCorp International LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $25,470,814 ($25.5M)
Contractor: Dyncorp Technical Services Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2005-12-14
End Date: 2006-12-06
Contract Duration: 357 days
Daily Burn Rate: $71.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Defense
Official Description: 200607!000646!5700!FA8108!OC-ALC/LAD CFT !F3460197D0422 !A!N! !N!0174 ! !20051214!20061206!608461898!003242013!009581091!N!DYNCORP INTERNATIONAL LLC !13500 HERITAGE PARKWAY !FORT WORTH !TX!76177!28468!047!21!FORT CAMPBELL !CHRISTIAN !KENTUCKY !+000001988500!N!N!000000000000!J015!MAINT & REPAIR OF EQ/AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL COMPS !A1A!AIRFRAMES AND SPARES !000 !NOT DISCERNABLE !336413!E! !5!B!M! !A! !99990909!B! ! !A! !A!U!Y!2!004!B! !C!Y!Z! ! !N!C!N! ! ! !C!A!A!A!000!A!C!N! ! ! ! !2100! !0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: FORT CAMPBELL, CHRISTIAN County, KENTUCKY, 42223
State: Kentucky Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $25.5 million to DYNCORP TECHNICAL SERVICES INC for work described as: 200607!000646!5700!FA8108!OC-ALC/LAD CFT !F3460197D0422 !A!N! !N!0174 ! !20051214!20061206!608461898!003242013!009581091!N!DYNCORP INTERNATIONAL LLC !13500 HERITAGE PARKWAY !FORT WORTH !TX!76177!28468!047!21!FORT CAMPBELL !CHRI… Key points: 1. Contract awarded for aircraft structural component maintenance and repair. 2. DynCorp International LLC is the primary contractor. 3. The contract value is $608,461,898. 4. This falls under the 'Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing' NAICS code.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $608M for aircraft structural component repair appears high for a one-year duration. Benchmarking against similar contracts for maintenance and repair services is needed to assess value.
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 specific price discovery mechanisms and the number of bids received are not detailed, making it difficult to fully assess price reasonableness.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential defense maintenance. The competitive award process aims to ensure fair pricing, but the overall value for money requires further scrutiny.
Public Impact
Ensures readiness of critical military aircraft by maintaining structural integrity. Supports jobs within the aerospace maintenance and repair sector. Contributes to the operational capabilities of the Department of Defense.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- High contract value for a single year.
- Lack of detailed pricing justification.
- Potential for cost overruns in time and materials contracts.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports critical defense infrastructure.
- Contractor has experience in this domain.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Defense sector, specifically related to aircraft maintenance and repair. Spending benchmarks for similar services can vary widely based on aircraft type, complexity of repairs, and contract duration.
Small Business Impact
While the prime contractor is DynCorp International LLC, a large business, the contract details do not specify any subcontracting goals or participation from small businesses. Further investigation into subcontracting plans would be beneficial.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is managed by the Defense Contract Management Agency. Oversight would focus on ensuring timely delivery, quality of work, and adherence to contract terms, particularly given the time and materials pricing structure.
Related Government Programs
- Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Time and Materials pricing structure can lead to cost uncertainty.
- High contract value may indicate significant scope or potential for overruns.
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown makes value assessment difficult.
- Potential for contractor performance issues given the scale of the contract.
Tags
other-aircraft-parts-and-auxiliary-equip, department-of-defense, ky, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $25.5 million to DYNCORP TECHNICAL SERVICES INC. 200607!000646!5700!FA8108!OC-ALC/LAD CFT !F3460197D0422 !A!N! !N!0174 ! !20051214!20061206!608461898!003242013!009581091!N!DYNCORP INTERNATIONAL LLC !13500 HERITAGE PARKWAY !FORT WORTH !TX!76177!28468!047!21!FORT CAMPBELL !CHRISTIAN !KENTUCKY !+000001988500!N!N!000000000000!J015!MAINT & REPAIR OF EQ/AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL COMPS !A1A!AIRFRAMES AND SPARES !000 !NOT DISCERNABLE !336413!E! !5!B!M! !A! !999
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is DYNCORP TECHNICAL SERVICES INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Contract Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $25.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2005-12-14. End: 2006-12-06.
What was the total number of bids received under the full and open competition?
The provided data indicates 'full and open competition' but does not specify the number of bids. Knowing the number of bids would offer insight into the level of market interest and the competitiveness of the award. A higher number of bids generally suggests a more robust competition and potentially better pricing for the government.
How does the per-unit cost for specific repair tasks compare to industry benchmarks?
Without specific line-item details on repair tasks and their associated costs, a direct per-unit cost comparison is not possible. The contract is 'time and materials,' which can lead to variability. Benchmarking would require access to detailed task orders and cost breakdowns to assess if the rates are reasonable compared to similar services in the aerospace maintenance industry.
What is the historical performance data for DynCorp International LLC on similar DoD contracts?
Historical performance data for DynCorp International LLC on similar contracts is crucial for assessing reliability and value. Past performance, including on-time delivery, quality of work, and cost control, provides a strong indicator of future success. Reviewing past performance reviews and any documented issues would inform the risk assessment for this contract.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing › Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD EQUIPMENT › MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 6500 WEST FWY STE 600, FORT WORTH, TX, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: F3460197D0422
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2005-12-14
Current End Date: 2006-12-06
Potential End Date: 2006-12-06 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2010-11-24
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