DoD's $317M Joint Training Synthetic Environment contract awarded to MANTECH TSG-2 JOINT VENTURE
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $316,952,145 ($317.0M)
Contractor: Mantech TSG-2 Joint Venture
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2019-08-29
End Date: 2024-09-30
Contract Duration: 1,859 days
Daily Burn Rate: $170.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: R&D
Official Description: JOINT TRAINING SYNTHETIC ENVIRONMENT JOINT STAFF J-7 DEPUTY DIRECTOR JOINT TRAINING ENVIRONMENT ARCHITECTURE DIVISION
Place of Performance
Location: QUANTICO, PRINCE WILLIAM County, VIRGINIA, 22134
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $317.0 million to MANTECH TSG-2 JOINT VENTURE for work described as: JOINT TRAINING SYNTHETIC ENVIRONMENT JOINT STAFF J-7 DEPUTY DIRECTOR JOINT TRAINING ENVIRONMENT ARCHITECTURE DIVISION Key points: 1. The contract focuses on R&D for physical, engineering, and life sciences, excluding nano/biotech. 2. MANTECH TSG-2 JOINT VENTURE secured this significant award. 3. The contract duration is 1859 days, ending September 30, 2024. 4. This is a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract with one delivery order.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $317M over approximately 5 years suggests a substantial investment. Benchmarking against similar R&D contracts in advanced simulation and training environments would be necessary for a precise pricing assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Awarded under full and open competition, this method generally promotes competitive pricing. The specific price discovery mechanisms within the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure will influence the final cost efficiency.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being invested in advanced synthetic training environments, aiming to improve military readiness and operational effectiveness.
Public Impact
Enhances joint military training capabilities through advanced synthetic environments. Supports research and development in simulation and modeling technologies. Aims to improve operational readiness and reduce training costs through virtual means. Potential for technological advancements with broad applications in defense.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contracts can sometimes lead to cost overruns if not managed tightly.
- Reliance on a single joint venture for a critical training capability.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition should drive value.
- Focus on R&D may yield innovative solutions.
- Long-term contract provides stability for development.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Research and Development sector, specifically focusing on advanced simulation and training technologies. Spending benchmarks in this area are highly variable, depending on the technological sophistication and scope of the R&D.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were subcontracting opportunities within this larger award.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight will be crucial for managing the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure and ensuring the R&D objectives are met within budget. The Department of Defense's contracting and program management offices are responsible for accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost growth in CPFF contract.
- Dependence on a single contractor for a critical capability.
- Risk of technological obsolescence.
- Integration complexity with diverse military systems.
- Cybersecurity risks inherent in networked simulations.
Tags
research-and-development-in-the-physical, department-of-defense, va, delivery-order, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $317.0 million to MANTECH TSG-2 JOINT VENTURE. JOINT TRAINING SYNTHETIC ENVIRONMENT JOINT STAFF J-7 DEPUTY DIRECTOR JOINT TRAINING ENVIRONMENT ARCHITECTURE DIVISION
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MANTECH TSG-2 JOINT VENTURE.
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 $317.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2019-08-29. End: 2024-09-30.
What is the projected return on investment for this synthetic training environment in terms of improved mission outcomes or cost savings?
Quantifying the ROI requires detailed metrics on how the synthetic environment directly translates to improved mission success rates, reduced live training costs, and enhanced warfighter proficiency. This would involve tracking specific training scenarios, operational deployments, and comparing performance data before and after the implementation of the synthetic environment.
What are the key technical risks associated with developing and implementing this joint training synthetic environment?
Key technical risks include integration challenges with existing military systems, ensuring the fidelity and realism of the synthetic environment to meet diverse training needs, cybersecurity vulnerabilities within the networked simulation, and the potential for rapid technological obsolescence requiring continuous updates and upgrades to the platform.
How effectively will this synthetic environment be adopted and utilized across different branches of the military for joint training?
Effectiveness hinges on user-friendly interfaces, comprehensive training for instructors and participants, and demonstrated value in enhancing joint operational capabilities. Successful adoption requires strong leadership buy-in, standardized protocols, and continuous feedback loops to adapt the environment to evolving military doctrine and threats.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Scientific Research and Development Services › Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Product/Service Code: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT › OTHER RESEARCH/DEVELOPMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: FA807517R0001
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 12015 LEE JACKSON HWY, FAIRFAX, VA, 22033
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $321,513,710
Exercised Options: $321,513,710
Current Obligation: $316,952,145
Actual Outlays: $103,408,154
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 135
Total Subaward Amount: $80,304,593
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: FA807518D0011
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2019-08-29
Current End Date: 2024-09-30
Potential End Date: 2024-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-05-07
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