DoD's $71.4M Specialized Acquisition Security Support Contract Awarded to ManTech
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $71,428,525 ($71.4M)
Contractor: Mantech Advanced Systems International, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2011-11-17
End Date: 2018-11-16
Contract Duration: 2,556 days
Daily Burn Rate: $27.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: SPECIALIZED ACQUISITION SECURITY SUPPORT BASIC CONTRACT
Place of Performance
Location: HERNDON, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 20171
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $71.4 million to MANTECH ADVANCED SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC. for work described as: SPECIALIZED ACQUISITION SECURITY SUPPORT BASIC CONTRACT Key points: 1. Contract awarded to ManTech Advanced Systems International, Inc. for $71.4M. 2. Services fall under 'Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services' (NAICS 541690). 3. Full and open competition was utilized. 4. Contract duration was 2556 days, ending November 16, 2018. 5. The contract type was Firm Fixed Price.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's total value was $71.4M over approximately 7 years. Without specific per-unit cost data or comparison to similar contracts for specialized acquisition security support, a precise value assessment is difficult. However, the duration suggests a significant, ongoing need.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a broad search for qualified vendors. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and allows the government to select the best value offering.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition suggests efforts to secure competitive pricing, potentially leading to better value for taxpayers compared to sole-source or limited competition awards.
Public Impact
Supports critical acquisition processes within the Department of Defense. Ensures security protocols are maintained for sensitive defense programs. The contract's duration implies a sustained need for these specialized services. Information on specific deliverables or outcomes is not readily available.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Limited insight into specific security threats addressed.
- No clear indication of small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Firm Fixed Price contract type can control costs.
- Long-term contract suggests sustained operational support.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional services, specifically technical consulting. Benchmarks for 'Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services' vary widely based on specialization. The $71.4M value over 7 years indicates a substantial, specialized support requirement within the defense sector.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this contract award (ss: false, sb: false). This suggests the prime contractor is likely a large business, and there is no explicit information on subcontracting to small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was managed by the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), indicating standard oversight for a DoD contract. However, specific details on performance reviews, audits, or accountability mechanisms are not provided in this data.
Related Government Programs
- Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of performance metrics.
- Limited scope definition.
- No small business utilization reported.
- Potential for cost creep if scope wasn't tightly managed under FFP.
- Reliance on contractor's internal security expertise.
Tags
other-scientific-and-technical-consultin, department-of-defense, va, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $71.4 million to MANTECH ADVANCED SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC.. SPECIALIZED ACQUISITION SECURITY SUPPORT BASIC CONTRACT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MANTECH ADVANCED SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, 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 $71.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-11-17. End: 2018-11-16.
What specific security challenges or requirements did this contract address within DoD acquisition?
The contract likely addressed complex security requirements inherent in defense acquisition programs, such as ensuring the integrity of sensitive data, protecting intellectual property, managing supply chain security risks, and implementing cybersecurity measures for acquisition systems. Without more detailed documentation, the precise nature of these challenges remains unspecified.
How did the firm fixed price structure impact the government's ability to manage cost overruns for this long-term contract?
A Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract generally shifts cost risk to the contractor. For this long-term contract, the FFP structure aimed to provide budget certainty for the government. However, it relies heavily on the contractor's accurate initial cost estimation and efficient execution to avoid contractor losses or potential future price increases if scope significantly deviates.
What was the overall effectiveness of ManTech's support in enhancing the security of DoD's acquisition processes?
The provided data does not contain information to assess the effectiveness of ManTech's support. While the contract was awarded and presumably completed, metrics on security improvements, risk mitigation success rates, or impact on acquisition program security posture are absent. Further review of performance reports would be necessary.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Mantech International Corporation
Address: 2251 CORPORATE PARK DRIVE, HERNDON, VA, 20171
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $113,098,839
Exercised Options: $72,219,996
Current Obligation: $71,428,525
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-11-17
Current End Date: 2018-11-16
Potential End Date: 2019-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2024-09-18
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