DoD Awards $18.3M for Missile and Space Systems Engineering Services to General Dynamics
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $18,346,498 ($18.3M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2006-02-06
End Date: 2011-06-30
Contract Duration: 1,970 days
Daily Burn Rate: $9.3K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: 200606!000055!5700!FA8204!OO-ALC/PKMA/LMKA !FA820406C0006 !A!N! !Y! ! !20060206!20061231!011364531!116187758!001381284!N!GENERAL DYNAMICS C4 SYSTEMS, I!77 A ST !NEEDHAM !MA!02494!44140!021!25!NEEDHAM !NORFOLK !MASS !+000002952770!N!N!000016620091!R414!SYSTEMS ENGINEERING SERVICES !A2 !MISSILE AND SPACE SYSTEMS !000 !NOT DISCERNABLE !541330!E! !3! ! ! ! ! !99990909!B! ! !A! !D!N!J!1!001!N!1G!A!Y!A! ! !N!C!N! ! ! !A!A!A!A!000!A!C!N! ! ! ! ! ! !0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: NEEDHAM HEIGHTS, NORFOLK County, MASSACHUSETTS, 02494, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $18.3 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC. for work described as: 200606!000055!5700!FA8204!OO-ALC/PKMA/LMKA !FA820406C0006 !A!N! !Y! ! !20060206!20061231!011364531!116187758!001381284!N!GENERAL DYNAMICS C4 SYSTEMS, I!77 A ST !NEEDHAM !MA!02494!44140!021!25!NEEDHAM !NORF… Key points: 1. Contract awarded for critical missile and space systems engineering. 2. General Dynamics C4 Systems, Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. High value contract with a significant duration. 4. Potential for limited competition due to specialized nature of services.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $18.3M over approximately 5 years suggests a reasonable annual spend for specialized engineering services. Benchmarking against similar large-scale defense engineering contracts would provide further context.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and may result in a higher cost to the government compared to a competitive process.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition for this substantial contract raises concerns about potential overpayment and inefficient use of taxpayer funds.
Public Impact
Impacts national security through support for missile and space systems. Funds allocated to a major defense contractor, potentially impacting workforce and innovation. Lack of transparency in the procurement process due to sole-source award.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition and price discovery.
- Long contract duration may not reflect evolving technological needs.
- Lack of clear justification for sole-source award.
Positive Signals
- Addresses critical defense needs in missile and space systems.
- Award to an established defense contractor with relevant expertise.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector, specifically supporting missile and space systems. Spending in this area is often high due to the complexity and critical nature of defense projects.
Small Business Impact
The award went to a large prime contractor, General Dynamics. There is no indication of subcontracting opportunities for small businesses in the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants scrutiny to ensure the government received fair value and that competition was appropriately waived.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award
- Lack of competition
- Potential for cost overruns
- Long contract duration
- Limited transparency
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, ma, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $18.3 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC.. 200606!000055!5700!FA8204!OO-ALC/PKMA/LMKA !FA820406C0006 !A!N! !Y! ! !20060206!20061231!011364531!116187758!001381284!N!GENERAL DYNAMICS C4 SYSTEMS, I!77 A ST !NEEDHAM !MA!02494!44140!021!25!NEEDHAM !NORFOLK !MASS !+000002952770!N!N!000016620091!R414!SYSTEMS ENGINEERING SERVICES !A2 !MISSILE AND SPACE SYSTEMS !000 !NOT DISCERNABLE !541330!E! !3! ! ! ! ! !999
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Contract Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $18.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-02-06. End: 2011-06-30.
What is the justification for awarding this significant contract on a sole-source basis?
The provided data does not explicitly state the justification for the sole-source award. Typically, sole-source contracts are justified when only one responsible source can provide the required supplies or services, or in cases of urgent need. Further investigation into the contract file would be necessary to determine the specific rationale.
What is the potential cost impact of not competing this contract?
Not competing a contract can lead to higher costs for the government as it bypasses the price discovery mechanisms inherent in competitive bidding. Without competition, the contractor has less incentive to offer the lowest possible price, potentially resulting in a cost premium for taxpayers.
How does the duration of this contract align with the rapid evolution of missile and space technology?
A contract duration of nearly five years (from award to end date) for missile and space systems engineering may be lengthy given the pace of technological advancement in this field. It raises questions about whether the contract allows for flexibility to incorporate new technologies or if it locks the government into potentially outdated solutions.
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: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: General Dynamics Corp (UEI: 001381284)
Address: 77 A ST, NEEDHAM, MA, 02494
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $18,442,319
Exercised Options: $18,442,319
Current Obligation: $18,346,498
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-02-06
Current End Date: 2011-06-30
Potential End Date: 2011-06-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2015-09-30
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