DoD Awards $50.6M for Aircraft Depot Repairs to DynCorp, Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $50,583,639 ($50.6M)
Contractor: Dyncorp Technical Services Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2007-08-20
End Date: 2008-09-30
Contract Duration: 407 days
Daily Burn Rate: $124.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Defense
Official Description: LABOR SERVICES TO ACCOMPLISH APPROVED DEPOT LEVEL CRASH/BATTLE REPAIRS ON ALL PLATFORMS AT OLR. 200612!001634!5700!FA8108!OC-ALC/LAD CFT !F3460197D0422 !A!N! !N!0184 !04 !20060925!20070831!608461898!003242013!009581091!N!DYNCORP INTERNATIONAL LLC !13500 HERITAGE PKWY !FORT WORTH !TX!76177!28468!047!21!FORT CAMPBELL !CHRISTIAN !KENTUCKY !+000000084000!N!N!000000000000!J015!MAINT & REPAIR OF EQ/AIRCRAFT STRUCTURAL COMPS !A1A!AIRFRAMES AND SPARES !000 !NOT DISCERNABLE !336413!E! !5!B!M!C!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 WORTH, TARRANT County, TEXAS, 76177
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $50.6 million to DYNCORP TECHNICAL SERVICES INC for work described as: LABOR SERVICES TO ACCOMPLISH APPROVED DEPOT LEVEL CRASH/BATTLE REPAIRS ON ALL PLATFORMS AT OLR. … Key points: 1. Significant contract value for specialized aircraft maintenance. 2. Full and open competition suggests a potentially competitive bidding process. 3. Risk of cost overruns inherent in time-and-materials contracts for depot-level repairs. 4. Defense sector spending focused on platform readiness and sustainment.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $50.6 million for depot-level repairs is substantial. Without specific benchmarks for similar platform repairs, it's difficult to definitively assess pricing, but the time-and-materials nature introduces potential for variability.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a broad solicitation for bids. This method generally promotes competitive pricing, but the time-and-materials pricing structure can still lead to costs exceeding initial estimates.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for critical defense asset maintenance, ensuring operational readiness. The competitive award aims for efficiency, but the contract type warrants monitoring for cost control.
Public Impact
Ensures readiness of critical military aircraft platforms. Supports specialized technical skills and labor within the defense industrial base. Potential for job creation in aircraft maintenance and repair sectors. Funds allocated to maintain aging but essential military equipment.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials contract type can lead to cost overruns.
- Contract duration is relatively short, potentially impacting long-term planning.
- No explicit mention of small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Addresses critical need for aircraft platform repairs.
- Contract awarded to a known entity in defense services.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the aerospace and defense manufacturing sector, specifically focusing on aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment manufacturing. Spending in this area is crucial for maintaining military readiness and involves specialized labor and facilities.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this specific award (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities were missed or if the nature of the work precluded small business involvement.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was managed by the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), indicating established oversight mechanisms. However, the time-and-materials nature necessitates vigilant monitoring to ensure costs remain within reasonable bounds and deliverables are met.
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 model.
- Lack of small business participation.
- Potential for cost overruns.
- Specific repair outcomes not detailed.
- Contract duration is limited.
Tags
other-aircraft-parts-and-auxiliary-equip, department-of-defense, tx, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $50.6 million to DYNCORP TECHNICAL SERVICES INC. LABOR SERVICES TO ACCOMPLISH APPROVED DEPOT LEVEL CRASH/BATTLE REPAIRS ON ALL PLATFORMS AT OLR.
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 $50.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-08-20. End: 2008-09-30.
What is the historical cost performance of DynCorp Technical Services Inc. on similar time-and-materials contracts for depot-level aircraft repairs?
Assessing DynCorp's historical performance on similar contracts is crucial for evaluating the value proposition of this award. Past performance data, including cost overruns, schedule adherence, and quality of work on previous time-and-materials contracts for depot-level repairs, would provide a more informed basis for judging the potential effectiveness and financial prudence of this $50.6 million award.
How does the pricing structure of this time-and-materials contract compare to fixed-price or cost-plus-incentive-fee contracts for comparable aircraft repair services?
Time-and-materials contracts offer flexibility but can be susceptible to cost escalation. Comparing the estimated costs and potential final price of this contract against historical data for fixed-price or cost-plus-incentive-fee contracts for similar aircraft repairs would reveal whether the government is achieving competitive pricing and managing risk effectively. This comparison is key to understanding the overall value and potential taxpayer impact.
What specific metrics are in place to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of the depot-level crash/battle repairs performed under this contract?
Effectiveness and efficiency are paramount for defense spending. Understanding the key performance indicators (KPIs) and quality assurance measures tied to this contract is essential. This includes tracking repair turnaround times, defect rates, adherence to technical specifications, and overall platform availability post-repair, ensuring the $50.6 million investment directly contributes to military readiness.
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: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
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
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $50,583,639
Exercised Options: $50,583,639
Current Obligation: $50,583,639
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: F3460197D0422
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-08-20
Current End Date: 2008-09-30
Potential End Date: 2008-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2011-02-22
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