DoD's JIAMDO contract with General Dynamics IT awarded $80.1M for engineering services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $80,158,776 ($80.2M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Information Technology Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2011-03-01
End Date: 2016-02-29
Contract Duration: 1,826 days
Daily Burn Rate: $43.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: TRAVEL AND ODC FOR JOINT INTEGRATED AIR MISSILE DEFENSE ORGANIZATION (JIAMDO). THUIS
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20301
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $80.2 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INC. for work described as: TRAVEL AND ODC FOR JOINT INTEGRATED AIR MISSILE DEFENSE ORGANIZATION (JIAMDO). THUIS Key points: 1. Contract awarded to General Dynamics Information Technology Inc. for engineering services. 2. Significant spending of $80.1M over 5 years. 3. Competition type: Full and Open. 4. Sector: Defense (Engineering Services).
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $80.1M over 5 years appears reasonable for comprehensive engineering services. Benchmarking against similar large-scale DoD engineering contracts would provide a more precise assessment.
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. This method typically leads to more competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently by fostering a competitive bidding environment.
Public Impact
Supports the Joint Integrated Air Missile Defense Organization (JIAMDO), a critical defense initiative. Engineering services are essential for the development and maintenance of complex defense systems. Contract duration of 5 years indicates a long-term need for these services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration is long (5 years).
- No small business participation indicated.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition.
- Firm fixed price contract type.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector, which is a significant component of the Department of Defense's spending. Benchmarks for similar engineering services contracts within DoD are typically in the tens to hundreds of millions of dollars.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this contract award (ss: false, sb: false). This suggests the prime contractor is likely a large business, and there's no explicit mention of subcontracting to small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Air Force for the JIAMDO. Oversight would typically involve program managers within the Air Force and JIAMDO to ensure deliverables meet requirements and stay within budget.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Long contract duration (5 years).
- No indication of small business participation.
- Potential for cost overruns if market conditions change significantly.
- Broad service description may obscure specific performance metrics.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, dc, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $80.2 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INC.. TRAVEL AND ODC FOR JOINT INTEGRATED AIR MISSILE DEFENSE ORGANIZATION (JIAMDO). THUIS
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 Air Force).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $80.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-03-01. End: 2016-02-29.
What specific engineering services were provided under this contract?
The contract description is broad, mentioning 'TRAVEL AND ODC FOR JOINT INTEGRATED AIR MISSILE DEFENSE ORGANIZATION (JIAMDO)'. Specific services likely included systems engineering, technical support, research and development, integration, testing, and program management related to air and missile defense systems.
What is the risk associated with a 5-year firm fixed-price contract for engineering services?
A 5-year firm fixed-price contract carries the risk of price escalation if costs increase significantly beyond initial projections, potentially impacting the government's value. However, it also provides budget certainty for the government and incentivizes the contractor to manage costs efficiently.
How effective was this contract in achieving JIAMDO's objectives?
Effectiveness is difficult to gauge solely from contract data. Success would depend on the contractor's performance in delivering the required engineering support, contributing to the advancement of integrated air and missile defense capabilities, and meeting program milestones within the specified timeframe and budget.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: FA701410R0011
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Csra LLC (UEI: 080011988)
Address: 3160 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: $94,654,265
Exercised Options: $81,695,985
Current Obligation: $80,158,776
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-03-01
Current End Date: 2016-02-29
Potential End Date: 2016-02-29 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2019-09-27
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