DoD Awards $51M Aircraft Maintenance Contract to Amentum Services, Inc. for 2,232 Days
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $51,042,626 ($51.0M)
Contractor: Amentum Services, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2017-11-28
End Date: 2024-01-08
Contract Duration: 2,232 days
Daily Burn Rate: $22.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: CFT AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE SUPPORT
Place of Performance
Location: GERMANTOWN, MONTGOMERY County, MARYLAND, 20876
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $51.0 million to AMENTUM SERVICES, INC. for work described as: CFT AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE SUPPORT Key points: 1. Contract value of $51.04M over 2,232 days indicates significant long-term support. 2. Amentum Services, Inc. is the sole awardee, raising questions about competition. 3. The contract is firm-fixed-price, which can offer cost certainty but may limit flexibility. 4. Spending falls within the Aircraft Manufacturing sector, suggesting specialized support needs.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $51.04M over 2,232 days averages approximately $22,869 per day. Benchmarking this against similar aircraft maintenance contracts is difficult without more specific service details, but the daily rate appears moderate for specialized military support.
Cost Per Unit: $22,869 (daily average)
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting multiple bidders were considered. However, the 'AW' field indicates a Delivery Order, which might be part of a larger IDIQ, and the specific awardee is Amentum Services, Inc. Further details on the bidding process would clarify the extent of price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition aims to secure the best value for taxpayers by encouraging multiple bids, potentially lowering costs.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operational readiness for Air Force aircraft. Supports jobs within the aerospace and defense industry. Provides critical maintenance services that are essential for national security.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific details on competition outcomes.
- Potential for cost overruns if scope changes significantly.
- Reliance on a single contractor for critical maintenance.
Positive Signals
- Firm-fixed-price contract provides cost predictability.
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Long-term contract ensures stable support.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Aircraft Manufacturing sector, specifically supporting maintenance operations for the Department of the Air Force. Spending benchmarks for aircraft maintenance can vary widely based on aircraft type and complexity, but $51M over nearly six years suggests a substantial, ongoing support requirement.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses (SB: false). Therefore, small businesses likely did not have a direct opportunity to bid on this specific award, though they may be involved as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Air Force, a component of the Department of Defense. Oversight would typically involve program managers and contracting officers ensuring adherence to contract terms and performance standards. The 'NO' field (5) might indicate the number of offers received.
Related Government Programs
- Aircraft Manufacturing
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited visibility into the competitive bidding process.
- Potential for scope creep impacting final cost.
- Dependence on a single contractor for critical support.
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.
Tags
aircraft-manufacturing, department-of-defense, md, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $51.0 million to AMENTUM SERVICES, INC.. CFT AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE SUPPORT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is AMENTUM SERVICES, 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 $51.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2017-11-28. End: 2024-01-08.
What specific aircraft types and maintenance services are covered under this contract, and how do they compare to industry standards for cost-effectiveness?
The provided data lacks specifics on aircraft types and the exact nature of maintenance services. To assess cost-effectiveness, a detailed breakdown of tasks, labor hours, parts, and overhead compared to similar contracts for comparable aircraft (e.g., F-16, C-130) would be necessary. Without this, the $22,869 daily average is a rough benchmark.
Given the full and open competition, what was the range of bids received, and how did Amentum Services, Inc.'s proposal demonstrate superior value or technical capability?
The data states 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION' but does not provide the number of bids received or the pricing details of competing offers. Understanding the competitive landscape requires knowing the number of proposals submitted and the evaluation criteria used to select Amentum Services, Inc. This information is crucial for verifying that the chosen contractor indeed offered the best value and that taxpayer funds were used efficiently.
What mechanisms are in place to ensure the effectiveness and quality of aircraft maintenance provided by Amentum Services, Inc. throughout the contract duration?
Effectiveness and quality are typically ensured through performance metrics, quality assurance surveillance plans (QASPs), and regular reviews by the contracting officer's representative (COR). The firm-fixed-price nature of the contract incentivizes the contractor to perform efficiently. However, specific performance standards and penalties for non-compliance would need to be detailed in the contract's statement of work.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing › Aircraft Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD EQUIPMENT › MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: FA810817R0036
Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Amentum Government Services Holdings LLC
Address: 4800 WESTFIELDS BLVD STE 400, CHANTILLY, VA, 20151
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $65,718,326
Exercised Options: $65,718,326
Current Obligation: $51,042,626
Actual Outlays: $2,313,067
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: FA810817D0016
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2017-11-28
Current End Date: 2024-01-08
Potential End Date: 2024-01-08 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2024-10-03
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