DoD's $47.3M R&D Contract with Odyssey Systems: Full & Open Competition Yields Research Gains
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $47,364,762 ($47.4M)
Contractor: Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2008-01-31
End Date: 2013-04-17
Contract Duration: 1,903 days
Daily Burn Rate: $24.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: R&D
Official Description: PASS IDIQ
Place of Performance
Location: HANSCOM AFB, MIDDLESEX County, MASSACHUSETTS, 01731
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $47.4 million to ODYSSEY SYSTEMS CONSULTING GROUP, LTD. for work described as: PASS IDIQ Key points: 1. Significant investment in R&D, focusing on physical, engineering, and life sciences. 2. Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd. secured the contract through full and open competition. 3. The contract duration was substantial at 1903 days. 4. The award was a delivery order under a larger IDIQ contract. 5. The contract was awarded by the Department of the Air Force.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $47.3M for a 1903-day duration suggests a reasonable annual spend. Without specific deliverables or comparable projects, a precise value assessment is difficult, but it appears to be within a typical range for complex R&D services.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES,' indicating a competitive process that aimed to maximize value. This method generally leads to better price discovery and a wider pool of potential offerors.
Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition is generally beneficial for taxpayers as it promotes efficiency and potentially lower costs through market forces.
Public Impact
Advancement in physical, engineering, and life sciences research funded by taxpayer dollars. Potential for technological breakthroughs and innovations stemming from the R&D efforts. Supports specialized scientific and technical services within the Department of Defense. The contract's duration suggests a long-term commitment to specific research objectives.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific details on research outcomes or impact.
- Potential for cost overruns in long-term R&D projects.
- Limited information on the specific R&D areas pursued.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition, suggesting fair market value.
- Significant investment in critical research and development areas.
- Long contract duration indicates sustained focus and potential for substantial progress.
Sector Analysis
The contract falls under NAICS code 541710 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences). Spending in this sector is crucial for national security and technological advancement, with significant government investment annually.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates the awardee is Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd. There is no explicit information provided regarding small business participation or subcontracting goals for this specific delivery order.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Air Force, part of the Department of Defense. Oversight would typically involve program managers and contracting officers ensuring adherence to contract terms and research objectives.
Related Government Programs
- Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics.
- Limited insight into research outcomes.
- Potential for scope creep in long-term R&D.
- Unclear impact on specific DoD capabilities.
Tags
research-and-development-in-the-physical, department-of-defense, ma, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $47.4 million to ODYSSEY SYSTEMS CONSULTING GROUP, LTD.. PASS IDIQ
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ODYSSEY SYSTEMS CONSULTING GROUP, LTD..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Air Force).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $47.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-01-31. End: 2013-04-17.
What were the specific research objectives and key performance indicators for this contract?
The provided data lacks specific details on the research objectives or key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract. Understanding these would allow for a more precise assessment of the value and effectiveness of the R&D investment. Further review of contract documentation would be necessary to ascertain the precise scope of work and expected outcomes.
How did the 'exclusion of sources' in the full and open competition impact the final price and innovation?
The 'exclusion of sources' clause suggests that while the competition was intended to be full and open, certain pre-existing conditions or specific requirements may have limited the pool of eligible bidders. This could potentially influence price discovery, though the 'full and open' intent aims to mitigate this. The impact on innovation depends on whether the exclusion criteria inadvertently limited diverse approaches or if it was a necessary step for specialized R&D.
What is the measurable impact of this $47.3M R&D investment on the Department of Defense's capabilities?
The data does not provide information on the measurable impact of this R&D investment. Assessing the effectiveness requires evaluating the research outcomes, technological advancements, and their subsequent integration into DoD capabilities. Without specific reports on deliverables, prototypes, or successful applications, it's impossible to quantify the return on investment or the strategic advantage gained.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Scientific Research and Development Services › Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 201 EDGEWATER DR STE 270, WAKEFIELD, MA, 01880
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $52,343,121
Exercised Options: $52,206,430
Current Obligation: $47,364,762
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: FA872107D0005
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-01-31
Current End Date: 2013-04-17
Potential End Date: 2013-04-17 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2017-07-13
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