DoD Awards $79M for Base Information Management Services Across Four Major Air Force Installations
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $79,077,351 ($79.1M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2025-07-03
End Date: 2030-07-02
Contract Duration: 1,825 days
Daily Burn Rate: $43.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 15
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: IT
Official Description: THE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUIREMENT IS TO PROVIDE BIM FOR JBER, EIELSON AFB, JBPHH, ANDERSEN AFB, AND DIEGO GARCIA.
Place of Performance
Location: HANSCOM AFB, MIDDLESEX County, MASSACHUSETTS, 01731
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $79.1 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC. for work described as: THE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUIREMENT IS TO PROVIDE BIM FOR JBER, EIELSON AFB, JBPHH, ANDERSEN AFB, AND DIEGO GARCIA. Key points: 1. Significant contract value for essential base information management. 2. General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is the awardee. 3. Risk of vendor lock-in if future competition is limited. 4. IT sector spending is substantial and growing.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract is a Cost Plus Fixed Fee type, which allows for flexibility but requires careful oversight to manage costs effectively. The award value of $79M over five years suggests a reasonable price point for comprehensive IT services across multiple large bases.
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 that likely resulted in a fair price discovery. The use of a Delivery Order under an existing IDIQ contract (MASSACHUSETTS) suggests a streamlined procurement.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers benefit from a competitive process ensuring value for money in essential base support services.
Public Impact
Ensures critical IT infrastructure and services are maintained at key Air Force bases. Supports daily operations and readiness for thousands of military personnel and their families. Contributes to the modernization and efficiency of base information systems.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns with Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
- Dependence on a single vendor for critical infrastructure.
- Scope creep could increase costs beyond initial estimates.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Long-term contract provides stability for base operations.
- Supports multiple critical installations.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically focusing on telecommunications and information management for military bases. Spending in this area is crucial for national defense and operational readiness, with benchmarks varying widely based on scope and complexity.
Small Business Impact
While the prime contractor is a large business, the contract structure may offer opportunities for small businesses to participate as subcontractors, particularly in specialized IT support roles.
Oversight & Accountability
The Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure necessitates robust oversight from the Department of the Air Force to monitor costs, performance, and ensure adherence to contract terms and taxpayer value.
Related Government Programs
- Wired Telecommunications Carriers
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost overruns due to CPFF structure.
- Vendor lock-in potential.
- Cybersecurity risks associated with managing critical base infrastructure.
- Dependence on a single awardee for essential services.
- Potential for scope creep impacting budget.
- Ensuring adequate small business participation.
Tags
wired-telecommunications-carriers, department-of-defense, ma, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $79.1 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC.. THE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUIREMENT IS TO PROVIDE BIM FOR JBER, EIELSON AFB, JBPHH, ANDERSEN AFB, AND DIEGO GARCIA.
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 $79.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-07-03. End: 2030-07-02.
What is the projected cost per user or per base for the provided services?
The provided data does not specify a per-user or per-base cost breakdown. The total award value of $79M is for five years across four major installations. A detailed cost-benefit analysis would require granular data on user numbers and service utilization at each location to establish precise per-unit metrics.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract, and how will performance be measured?
Specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are not detailed in the provided summary. However, typical KPIs for such contracts include system uptime, response times for technical support, data security compliance, and successful implementation of upgrades. The Air Force will likely monitor these through regular performance reviews and service level agreements.
How does the cost of this contract compare to similar IT infrastructure management contracts at other military installations?
Benchmarking this contract's cost requires access to data on similar, full-and-open competitive contracts for base IT infrastructure management at comparable military installations. Without such comparative data, it's difficult to definitively assess if $79M over five years is high or low, though the competitive award suggests a reasonable market price was achieved.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Information › Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite) › Wired Telecommunications Carriers
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 15
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: General Dynamics Corp
Address: 3150 FAIRVIEW PARK DR, FALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $131,176,873
Exercised Options: $79,077,351
Current Obligation: $79,077,351
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: FA872624DB011
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-07-03
Current End Date: 2030-07-02
Potential End Date: 2030-07-02 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-06
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