DOT Awards $150M for Air Traffic Systems Support via Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $103,299,736 ($103.3M)
Contractor: Science Applications International Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Transportation
Start Date: 2012-02-14
End Date: 2016-12-07
Contract Duration: 1,758 days
Daily Burn Rate: $58.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: N.T.E. $150M DIRECTED AWARDS TO FIVE (5) TMIS MULTIPLE AWARDEES FOR AIR TRAFFIC SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT AND ENGINEERING SUPPORT.
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20597
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Transportation obligated $103.3 million to SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION for work described as: N.T.E. $150M DIRECTED AWARDS TO FIVE (5) TMIS MULTIPLE AWARDEES FOR AIR TRAFFIC SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT AND ENGINEERING SUPPORT. Key points: 1. Significant contract value of $150M for critical air traffic systems. 2. Full and open competition suggests a robust market for these services. 3. Potential risk in managing multiple awardees for complex engineering support. 4. Spending falls under 'Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services'.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract's not-to-exceed value is $150M. Actual obligated amount is $103.3M, representing 68.9% of the NTE. This suggests reasonable pricing and management of funds.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded using full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method generally leads to better price discovery and value for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award is expected to yield fair pricing, maximizing taxpayer value for essential air traffic control system support.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operation and modernization of air traffic management systems. Supports critical infrastructure vital for national transportation and safety. Multiple awardees may foster innovation and redundancy in service delivery.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Management of multiple awardees for complex services.
- Potential for scope creep in engineering support contracts.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition.
- Significant investment in critical infrastructure.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under 'Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services,' a broad category. Benchmarking is difficult without more specific service details, but the value is substantial for this sector.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates 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 Department of Transportation's Immediate Office of the Secretary oversaw this award. Standard oversight mechanisms for large contracts should be in place to ensure accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
- Department of Transportation Contracting
- Immediate Office of the Secretary of Transportation Programs
Risk Flags
- Contract complexity due to multiple awardees.
- Potential for cost overruns in CPFF contracts.
- Dependence on contractor performance for critical infrastructure.
- Ensuring effective coordination among five TMIS awardees.
Tags
other-scientific-and-technical-consultin, department-of-transportation, dc, delivery-order, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Transportation awarded $103.3 million to SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION. N.T.E. $150M DIRECTED AWARDS TO FIVE (5) TMIS MULTIPLE AWARDEES FOR AIR TRAFFIC SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT AND ENGINEERING SUPPORT.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Transportation (Immediate Office of the Secretary of Transportation).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $103.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2012-02-14. End: 2016-12-07.
What specific engineering challenges are being addressed by these multiple awardees?
The contract aims to provide engineering support for air traffic systems management. This could encompass a range of activities, from system upgrades and maintenance to the development of new technologies for air traffic control. Specific challenges might include integrating new surveillance technologies, enhancing communication systems, or improving the efficiency and safety of airspace management in response to increasing air traffic volume.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for these contracts to ensure effectiveness?
Key performance indicators would likely focus on system uptime, response times for engineering support, successful implementation of upgrades, adherence to safety standards, and cost control. The Department of Transportation would establish specific metrics tied to the operational continuity and modernization goals of the air traffic control system. Regular performance reviews would assess contractor adherence to these KPIs.
How will the government ensure fair pricing and prevent cost overruns across the five awardees?
The government will likely employ robust contract management, including detailed cost tracking, regular audits, and performance reviews. For Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contracts, the fixed fee provides a ceiling, but the cost component requires careful monitoring. Establishing clear deliverables, milestones, and change control processes will be crucial to manage scope and prevent unexpected cost increases across the multiple awardees.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Other Scientific and Technical Consulting 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: 5
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 12010 SUNSET HILLS RD, RESTON, VA, 20190
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $150,000,000
Exercised Options: $150,000,000
Current Obligation: $103,299,736
Actual Outlays: $455,674
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DTRT5712D30003
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2012-02-14
Current End Date: 2016-12-07
Potential End Date: 2016-12-07 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2024-03-30
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