DoD's $31.8M Engineering Support Services Contract Awarded to Ball Aerospace
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $31,854,433 ($31.9M)
Contractor: Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2008-07-28
End Date: 2012-07-30
Contract Duration: 1,463 days
Daily Burn Rate: $21.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: Other
Official Description: ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES-BASE
Place of Performance
Location: DAYTON, GREENE County, OHIO, 45433
State: Ohio Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $31.9 million to BALL AEROSPACE & TECHNOLOGIES CORP. for work described as: ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES-BASE Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single, established vendor. 2. Significant spending in engineering services. 3. No small business participation noted. 4. Long contract duration of nearly 4 years.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $31.8M over 4 years suggests a moderate annual spend. Benchmarking against similar engineering support contracts is difficult without more detailed service descriptions and performance metrics.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. However, the specific award mechanism (delivery order) and lack of further detail make it hard to assess price discovery effectiveness.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used in a competitive procurement process for essential engineering services.
Public Impact
Supports critical Air Force engineering and technical requirements. Potential for technology development and innovation within the aerospace sector. Ensures continued operational capabilities through specialized engineering expertise.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of small business participation.
- Long contract duration may limit flexibility.
- Limited transparency on specific performance metrics.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports a key defense agency.
- Experienced contractor selected.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the professional, scientific, and technical services sector, specifically engineering services. Spending in this area is crucial for government agencies requiring specialized technical expertise for complex projects and operations.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates no small business participation in this contract. This could be due to the specialized nature of the services or the size of the contract, potentially missing opportunities to engage smaller, innovative firms.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically involve contract performance reviews, milestone tracking, and financial audits by the Department of the Air Force to ensure services meet requirements and funds are used appropriately.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of small business involvement.
- Limited detail on specific services and performance.
- Potential for cost overruns on long-term contracts.
- Contractor lock-in due to specialized knowledge.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, oh, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $31.9 million to BALL AEROSPACE & TECHNOLOGIES CORP.. ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES-BASE
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BALL AEROSPACE & TECHNOLOGIES CORP..
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 $31.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-07-28. End: 2012-07-30.
What specific engineering services were provided under this contract, and how did they contribute to the Air Force's mission objectives?
The contract provided general engineering support services. Without detailed task orders or performance reports, it's difficult to ascertain the precise nature of these services. However, they likely encompassed technical analysis, design support, testing, and integration activities crucial for Air Force systems and platforms, contributing to overall mission readiness and technological advancement.
Given the full and open competition, what was the competitive landscape like, and were there any indications of price underperformance?
While awarded under full and open competition, the data doesn't provide details on the number of bidders or the price spread. The contract's value and duration suggest a significant investment. Assessing price underperformance would require comparing the final cost against initial bids and market rates for similar services, which is not available here.
What is the long-term strategic value of this contract for the Department of Defense, considering the contractor and the services rendered?
The long-term value lies in securing specialized engineering expertise for critical Air Force programs. Ball Aerospace is a known entity in the aerospace sector. Continued support from such a contractor can ensure program continuity, leverage existing knowledge, and potentially foster innovation, contributing to the DoD's strategic technological advantage and operational effectiveness.
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: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Ball Corp (UEI: 006419147)
Address: 1600 COMMERCE ST, BOULDER, CO, 80301
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $40,990,273
Exercised Options: $40,990,273
Current Obligation: $31,854,433
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS10F0317T
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-07-28
Current End Date: 2012-07-30
Potential End Date: 2012-07-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2016-07-29
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