DoD's $152.7M Contract for Materials Handling Equipment: Full Competition, Firm Fixed Price
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $12,811,054 ($12.8M)
Contractor: Siemens Logistics and Assembly Systems Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2003-08-08
End Date: 2005-09-30
Contract Duration: 784 days
Daily Burn Rate: $16.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: 200311!000733!5700!GU94 !ASC/PKW !F3360003C1022 !A!N! !N! !20030808!20050930!152709333!064995533!316067164!N!SIEMENS DEMATIC CORP !507 PLYMOUTH AVENUE NE !GRAND RAPIDS !MI!49505!* !* !JA!* !* !JAPAN !+000007415456!N!N!000007415456!3990!MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIP !C9E!ALL OTHER SUPPLIES AND EQUIPME!3000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !333999!E! !3! ! ! ! ! !99990909!B! ! !A! !A!Y!J!2!003!B! !Z!N!F! ! !Y!M!N! ! ! ! ! !A!A!000!A!B!N! ! ! ! ! ! !0001! !
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $12.8 million to SIEMENS LOGISTICS AND ASSEMBLY SYSTEMS INC for work described as: 200311!000733!5700!GU94 !ASC/PKW !F3360003C1022 !A!N! !N! !20030808!20050930!152709333!064995533!316067164!N!SIEMENS DEMATIC CORP !507 PLYMOUTH AVENUE NE !GRAND RAPIDS !MI!49505!* !* !JA!* !* … Key points: 1. Spending on miscellaneous materials handling equipment reached $152.7 million. 2. The contract was awarded under full and open competition. 3. A firm fixed price contract type was used, indicating clear cost expectations. 4. The sector is 'All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing'.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $152.7 million for miscellaneous materials handling equipment appears reasonable given the duration of 784 days. Benchmarking against similar contracts would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The award was made under full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. The firm fixed price contract type further supports predictable costs for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition generally leads to better pricing for taxpayers by encouraging multiple bids and driving down costs.
Public Impact
Ensures the Department of Defense has necessary materials handling equipment. Supports manufacturing and supply chain operations within the defense sector. The large contract value indicates significant operational needs.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific details on the 'Miscellaneous Materials Handling Equipment' type.
- Contract duration of over two years might lead to obsolescence concerns for equipment.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Firm Fixed Price contract type provides cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the 'All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing' sector. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on defense needs and infrastructure projects.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate any specific set-aside for small businesses. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Air Force, implying standard procurement oversight. The firm fixed price and competitive award suggest good initial accountability.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific equipment details.
- Potential for equipment obsolescence over the contract duration.
- No clear indication of small business participation.
Tags
all-other-miscellaneous-general-purpose-, department-of-defense, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $12.8 million to SIEMENS LOGISTICS AND ASSEMBLY SYSTEMS INC. 200311!000733!5700!GU94 !ASC/PKW !F3360003C1022 !A!N! !N! !20030808!20050930!152709333!064995533!316067164!N!SIEMENS DEMATIC CORP !507 PLYMOUTH AVENUE NE !GRAND RAPIDS !MI!49505!* !* !JA!* !* !JAPAN !+000007415456!N!N!000007415456!3990!MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIP !C9E!ALL OTHER SUPPLIES AND EQUIPME!3000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !333999!E! !3! ! ! ! ! !99990909!B
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SIEMENS LOGISTICS AND ASSEMBLY SYSTEMS INC.
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 $12.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2003-08-08. End: 2005-09-30.
What specific types of materials handling equipment were procured under this contract?
The provided data categorizes the procurement as 'MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIP' and 'ALL OTHER SUPPLIES AND EQUIPME' under NAICS code 333999. Specific item details are not discernable from this record, necessitating a review of contract line item numbers or associated documentation for a precise breakdown of the equipment purchased.
What was the competitive landscape like for this solicitation?
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION', indicating that all responsible sources were permitted to submit a bid. This suggests a healthy level of competition, which typically benefits the government through better pricing and a wider range of potential solutions.
How does the unit cost compare to industry benchmarks for similar equipment?
The provided data does not include per-unit cost information or specific equipment types, making a direct comparison to industry benchmarks impossible. To assess value for money, further investigation into the specific items procured and their market prices would be required.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing › All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: MATERIALS HANDLING EQPT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Contractor Details
Address: 507 PLYMOUTH AVENUE NE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI, 03
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2003-08-08
Current End Date: 2005-09-30
Potential End Date: 2009-04-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2010-02-15
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