DoD Awards $14M for Engineering Technical Services to Computer Sciences Corporation

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $14,041,596 ($14.0M)

Contractor: General Dynamics Information Technology Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2005-09-29

End Date: 2014-12-31

Contract Duration: 3,380 days

Daily Burn Rate: $4.2K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS

Sector: IT

Official Description: 200511!001238!5700!FA8217!OO-ALC/PKHC/LHKC !GS09K99BHD0003 !C!N! !Y!FA821705F0049! !20050929!20060228!043991108!043991108!009581091!N!COMPUTER SCIENCES CORPORATION !3160 FAIRVIEW PARK DRIVE !FALLS CHURCH !VA!22042!27200!610!51!FALLS CHURCH !FALLS CHURCH (CITY) !VIRGINIA !+000001485000!N!N!000000000000!R425!ENGINEERING TECHNICAL SERVICES !A7 !ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION EQUIP !000 !* !541330!E! !5!A!S! ! ! !20200930!B! ! !N!Z!A! !Y! !001!B! !C! ! ! ! ! !C!N! ! ! !Z!Z!A!A!000! !B!N! ! ! ! ! ! !0001! !

Place of Performance

Location: FALLS CHURCH, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22042

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $14.0 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INC. for work described as: 200511!001238!5700!FA8217!OO-ALC/PKHC/LHKC !GS09K99BHD0003 !C!N! !Y!FA821705F0049! !20050929!20060228!043991108!043991108!009581091!N!COMPUTER SCIENCES CORPORATION !3160 FAIRVIEW PARK DRIVE !FALLS CHURCH !VA!22042!27200!610!51!FALLS CHURCH !FALL… Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Computer Sciences Corporation for engineering technical services. 2. The contract value is $14,041,595.54. 3. Competition was full and open, indicating a competitive bidding process. 4. The sector is primarily IT and Engineering Services. 5. The contract duration is 3380 days, spanning from 2005 to 2014.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The contract value of $14M for engineering technical services appears reasonable given the long duration and the nature of the services. Benchmarking against similar large-scale engineering support 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 as multiple vendors have the opportunity to bid.

Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition generally benefits taxpayers by ensuring the government receives competitive pricing and the best value for services rendered.

Public Impact

Taxpayers benefit from competitive bidding, potentially leading to cost savings. The long contract duration suggests a sustained need for these engineering services. The award to a large corporation indicates a significant service requirement.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Long contract duration (3380 days) may indicate potential for scope creep or evolving requirements.
Lack of specific performance metrics in the provided data makes it difficult to assess effectiveness.
The contract was awarded in 2005, and the data reflects historical spending; current relevance and pricing may differ.

Positive Signals

Awarded under full and open competition.
Significant contract value suggests a critical need for the services.
The contractor, Computer Sciences Corporation, is a well-established entity in the IT and engineering space.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Engineering and Technical Services sector, often associated with IT and defense support. Spending in this area is substantial across government agencies, particularly for specialized technical expertise.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate any specific set-asides for small businesses. The award to a large corporation like Computer Sciences Corporation suggests that small business participation may have been limited in this specific contract.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight would typically involve contract performance reviews, milestone tracking, and financial audits by the Department of Defense to ensure services are delivered as specified and within budget.

Related Government Programs

Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Air Force Programs

Risk Flags

Long contract duration may lead to cost overruns or outdated services.
Lack of specific performance metrics makes effectiveness assessment difficult.
Historical data may not reflect current market pricing or needs.
Potential for vendor lock-in due to long-term engagement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $14.0 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INC.. 200511!001238!5700!FA8217!OO-ALC/PKHC/LHKC !GS09K99BHD0003 !C!N! !Y!FA821705F0049! !20050929!20060228!043991108!043991108!009581091!N!COMPUTER SCIENCES CORPORATION !3160 FAIRVIEW PARK DRIVE !FALLS CHURCH !VA!22042!27200!610!51!FALLS CHURCH !FALLS CHURCH (CITY) !VIRGINIA !+000001485000!N!N!000000000000!R425!ENGINEERING TECHNICAL SERVICES !A7 !ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION EQUIP !000 !* !541330!E! !5!A!S! ! ! !202

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 $14.0 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2005-09-29. End: 2014-12-31.

What specific engineering technical services were provided under this contract, and how did they contribute to the Air Force's mission?

The provided data indicates the service category as 'ENGINEERING TECHNICAL SERVICES' and a Product/Service Code (PSC) of 'R425' (Engineering and Technical Services). While the exact nature of the services isn't detailed, they likely involved technical support, analysis, design, or development related to Air Force systems or operations. The contribution to the mission would depend on the specific projects undertaken, such as improving system performance, developing new capabilities, or ensuring operational readiness.

Given the contract's duration and value, what were the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the contractor's success?

The provided data does not specify the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) used for this contract. Typically, for long-term engineering services, KPIs might include on-time delivery of milestones, adherence to technical specifications, quality of deliverables, cost control, and customer satisfaction. Effective oversight by the Department of Defense would involve regular performance assessments against these (unspecified) KPIs.

How does the per-unit cost or hourly rate for these services compare to industry benchmarks for similar engineering technical support during the 2005-2014 period?

Without specific details on the hourly rates or the breakdown of services provided, a direct comparison to industry benchmarks is challenging. However, the contract was awarded under full and open competition, which generally suggests that the pricing was competitive at the time of award. Further analysis would require access to the contract's detailed pricing structure and relevant market data from that era.

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)

Contractor Details

Parent Company: General Dynamics Corp (UEI: 001381284)

Address: 3160 FAIRVIEW PARK DR, FALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042

Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GS09K99BHD0003

IDV Type: GWAC

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