Naval contract for ADP & Telecommunication Services awarded to AVAYA INC for $12.5M

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $10,305,261 ($10.3M)

Contractor: Alcatel-Lucent USA Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2005-03-31

End Date: 2008-07-31

Contract Duration: 1,218 days

Daily Burn Rate: $8.5K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 4

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: IT

Official Description: 200508!194209!1700!N00104!NAVAL INVENTORY CONTROL POINT ME!N6893997D0040 !A!N! !Y!EQ02 ! !20050331!20070930!003592602!003592602!125337134!N!AVAYA INC !5440 MILLSTREAM RD !MC LEANSVILLE !NC!27301!40460!081!37!MCLEANSVILLE !GUILFORD !N CAROLINA!+000019476123!N!N!000000000000!D399!OTHER ADP & TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !000 !* !541512!E! !5!B!S! ! ! !20200930!B!A!Y!B! !A!U!K!2!004!B! !Z!N!Z! ! !Y!C!N! ! ! !Z!Z!A!A!000!A!D!N! ! ! ! !5700!FA8705!0001! !

Place of Performance

Location: MC LEANSVILLE, GUILFORD County, NORTH CAROLINA, 27301

State: North Carolina Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $10.3 million to ALCATEL-LUCENT USA INC. for work described as: 200508!194209!1700!N00104!NAVAL INVENTORY CONTROL POINT ME!N6893997D0040 !A!N! !Y!EQ02 ! !20050331!20070930!003592602!003592602!125337134!N!AVAYA INC !5440 MILLSTREAM RD !MC LEANSVILLE !NC!27301!40460!081!37!MCLEANSVILLE !GUIL… Key points: 1. The contract was awarded for Other ADP & Telecommunication Services. 2. AVAYA INC secured the contract through full and open competition. 3. The contract duration was 1218 days, with a total value of $12,533,713.4. 4. The primary contractor is AVAYA INC, with ALCATEL-LUCENT USA INC. as a competitor. 5. The contract falls under the IT sector, specifically telecommunications services.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $12.5M for ADP and telecommunication services over approximately 3.3 years appears within a reasonable range for government contracts of this nature, though specific benchmarks are unavailable without more granular data.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. However, the presence of only one awardee implies that AVAYA INC was the sole successful bidder.

Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is generally beneficial for taxpayers, as it aims to secure the best value and price. The final price reflects the outcome of this competitive process.

Public Impact

This contract supports essential communication infrastructure for the Department of the Navy. The services provided likely impact military operational readiness and administrative functions. The duration of the contract suggests a long-term need for these telecommunication services.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

  • Lack of detailed service descriptions
  • Limited information on performance metrics
  • Potential for vendor lock-in with specific ADP/telecom solutions

Positive Signals

  • Awarded under full and open competition
  • Clear contract duration and value
  • Identified competitor indicates market engagement

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Information Technology sector, specifically focusing on telecommunication services. Government spending in this area is substantial, supporting critical infrastructure and operations across various agencies.

Small Business Impact

There is no specific indication in the provided data that small businesses were involved as prime contractors or significant subcontractors in this particular award.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by the Department of the Navy, part of the Department of Defense, which has established oversight mechanisms. However, the data provided does not detail specific oversight activities or accountability measures for this contract.

Related Government Programs

  • Department of Defense Contracting
  • Department of the Navy Programs

Risk Flags

  • Lack of detailed service scope
  • No performance data available
  • Limited insight into competitive landscape beyond one competitor
  • Potential for unquantified risks associated with telecommunication service obsolescence

Tags

department-of-defense, nc, do, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $10.3 million to ALCATEL-LUCENT USA INC.. 200508!194209!1700!N00104!NAVAL INVENTORY CONTROL POINT ME!N6893997D0040 !A!N! !Y!EQ02 ! !20050331!20070930!003592602!003592602!125337134!N!AVAYA INC !5440 MILLSTREAM RD !MC LEANSVILLE !NC!27301!40460!081!37!MCLEANSVILLE !GUILFORD !N CAROLINA!+000019476123!N!N!000000000000!D399!OTHER ADP & TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !000 !* !541512!E! !5!B!S! ! ! !202

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is ALCATEL-LUCENT USA INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Navy).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $10.3 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2005-03-31. End: 2008-07-31.

What was the specific nature of the ADP and telecommunication services provided under this contract?

The data categorizes the services as 'OTHER ADP & TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES' (PSC code D399). While this indicates a broad area, specific details regarding the exact technologies, equipment, software, or support functions are not provided. This could range from network infrastructure and maintenance to voice and data communication systems.

Were there any performance issues or contract modifications during its lifecycle?

The provided data does not include information on contract performance, modifications, or any disputes that may have arisen during the contract period (2005-2008). Further investigation into contract administration records would be necessary to assess performance and any changes to the original terms.

How did the final awarded price compare to initial solicitations or competitor bids?

While the data indicates 'ALCATEL-LUCENT USA INC.' as a competitor, it does not provide their bid price or the government's initial estimate. Therefore, a direct comparison to assess the competitiveness of the final awarded price of $12,533,713.4 is not possible with the given information.

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Offers Received: 4

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Alcatel Lucent (UEI: 275127975)

Address: 5440 MILLSTREAM RD, MC LEANSVILLE, NC, 09

Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations

Contract Characteristics

Cost or Pricing Data: YES

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: N6893997D0040

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline

Start Date: 2005-03-31

Current End Date: 2008-07-31

Potential End Date: 2008-08-30 00:00:00

Last Modified: 2008-07-01

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