DoD Awards $127M Task Order to General Dynamics for Support Services in Alabama
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $127,079,579 ($127.1M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Information Technology Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2015-04-01
End Date: 2016-09-23
Contract Duration: 541 days
Daily Burn Rate: $234.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::CT::IGF THIS ACTION IS TO ESTABLISH TASK ORDER BF08 UNDER THE SINGLE AWARD IDIQ FSXXI SERVICE CONTRACT.
Place of Performance
Location: DALEVILLE, DALE County, ALABAMA, 36322
State: Alabama Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $127.1 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INC. for work described as: IGF::CT::IGF THIS ACTION IS TO ESTABLISH TASK ORDER BF08 UNDER THE SINGLE AWARD IDIQ FSXXI SERVICE CONTRACT. Key points: 1. The contract is a firm-fixed-price delivery order under a single-award IDIQ. 2. General Dynamics Information Technology Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. The contract duration is 541 days. 4. The primary sector is support services, with a PSC code of 561990. 5. The award was made under full and open competition.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $127M for a 541-day duration appears reasonable for comprehensive support services. Benchmarking against similar large-scale IT support contracts would provide further context.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method is expected to yield fair pricing and good value for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for necessary support services.
Public Impact
This significant award supports critical Department of the Army operations. The services provided likely impact military readiness and administrative functions. The contract's duration suggests a sustained need for these support services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized
- Firm-fixed-price contract type
Sector Analysis
The contract falls under 'All Other Support Services' (NAICS 561990), a broad category encompassing various non-professional services. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on specific needs.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses, and the awardee is a large corporation. There is no indication of small business subcontracting opportunities in the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The task order is established under an existing IDIQ contract, suggesting prior oversight. Further oversight would focus on performance monitoring and adherence to the firm-fixed-price terms.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Support Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific service details
- Potential for vendor lock-in with single-award IDIQ structure
Tags
all-other-support-services, department-of-defense, al, delivery-order, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $127.1 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INC.. IGF::CT::IGF THIS ACTION IS TO ESTABLISH TASK ORDER BF08 UNDER THE SINGLE AWARD IDIQ FSXXI SERVICE CONTRACT.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $127.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2015-04-01. End: 2016-09-23.
What specific support services are being provided under this task order?
The provided data classifies the service under NAICS code 561990 (All Other Support Services) and identifies the awardee as General Dynamics Information Technology Inc. However, the specific nature of the support services is not detailed. Further investigation into the IDIQ contract (FSXXI) and the task order (BF08) documentation would be necessary to ascertain the precise services rendered.
What is the potential risk associated with a single-award IDIQ task order of this magnitude?
While awarded competitively, a single-award IDIQ task order carries inherent risks. These include potential vendor lock-in, limited flexibility if requirements change significantly, and reliance on a single contractor's performance. Robust contract management and performance monitoring are crucial to mitigate these risks and ensure continued value.
How effectively does this contract leverage competition to ensure value for taxpayers?
The contract was awarded under 'full and open competition,' which is a positive indicator for achieving value. This process allows multiple vendors to bid, driving down prices and encouraging innovation. The firm-fixed-price structure further aligns incentives by placing the risk of cost overruns on the contractor, benefiting taxpayers.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Other Support Services › All Other Support Services
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: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Csra LLC (UEI: 080011988)
Address: 3170 FAIRVIEW PARK DR, FALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $127,079,579
Exercised Options: $127,079,579
Current Obligation: $127,079,579
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: N6133903D0014
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2015-04-01
Current End Date: 2016-09-23
Potential End Date: 2016-09-23 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2017-09-06
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