DoD's $19.4M Engineering Services Contract with CACI Technologies Faces Scrutiny for Value and Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $19,408,734 ($19.4M)
Contractor: CACI Technologies, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2012-09-28
End Date: 2017-09-26
Contract Duration: 1,824 days
Daily Burn Rate: $10.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Engineering Services
Official Description: ENVIRONMENTAL AND INSTALLATION ANALYSIS AND PROGRAM SUPPORT
Place of Performance
Location: CHANTILLY, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 20151
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $19.4 million to CACI TECHNOLOGIES, LLC for work described as: ENVIRONMENTAL AND INSTALLATION ANALYSIS AND PROGRAM SUPPORT Key points: 1. Contract awarded to CACI Technologies for $19.4M over 5 years. 2. Engineering Services sector sees significant government spending. 3. Full and open competition was used, but specific pricing benchmarks are unclear. 4. Potential risks include cost overruns and lack of detailed performance metrics.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's value is substantial, but without clear performance metrics or detailed cost breakdowns, assessing its value for money is difficult. Benchmarking against similar engineering support contracts is needed.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the impact on price discovery is not fully detailed, and the specific cost-plus-fixed-fee structure warrants closer examination.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds totaling $19.4M were allocated. The efficiency and effectiveness of these funds depend on the delivery of quality engineering services and program support.
Public Impact
Environmental and installation analysis impacts military base operations and sustainability. Program support ensures the effective execution of defense initiatives. The contract's duration suggests a long-term need for these specialized engineering services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Cost-plus-fixed-fee structure can incentivize cost overruns.
- Limited information on specific deliverables and outcomes.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Supports critical defense initiatives.
- Long-term contract indicates sustained need.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector, which is crucial for government infrastructure and defense projects. Spending in this sector is consistently high, with benchmarks varying based on project complexity and duration.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved as subcontractors. Further analysis is needed to determine the extent of small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight is crucial to ensure CACI Technologies meets performance requirements and that the cost-plus-fixed-fee structure does not lead to excessive spending. Regular performance reviews and audits are recommended.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Navy Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics.
- Potential for cost overruns with CPFF contract type.
- Limited transparency on specific deliverables.
- Need for benchmarking against similar contracts.
- Unclear impact of competition on price discovery.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $19.4 million to CACI TECHNOLOGIES, LLC. ENVIRONMENTAL AND INSTALLATION ANALYSIS AND PROGRAM SUPPORT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CACI TECHNOLOGIES, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Navy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $19.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2012-09-28. End: 2017-09-26.
What specific engineering services were provided, and how did they contribute to the Department of the Navy's mission objectives?
The contract focused on 'Environmental and Installation Analysis and Program Support.' These services likely involved assessing environmental impacts on naval installations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing analytical support for various programs. The direct contribution to mission objectives would depend on the specific projects undertaken, such as infrastructure development, environmental remediation, or operational planning.
How was the 'Cost Plus Fixed Fee' structure managed to ensure cost efficiency and prevent potential overruns?
The 'Cost Plus Fixed Fee' (CPFF) structure allows the contractor to recover costs plus a predetermined fixed fee. Effective management requires stringent oversight, detailed cost tracking, and clear definition of work scope to prevent scope creep. The government must actively monitor expenditures against the estimated cost and the fixed fee to ensure value and control potential overruns.
What metrics were used to evaluate the success and effectiveness of CACI Technologies' performance under this contract?
The provided data lacks specific performance metrics. Typically, effectiveness would be measured by factors such as on-time delivery of analyses, accuracy of environmental assessments, successful program support leading to project milestones, adherence to budget constraints (within the CPFF framework), and overall client satisfaction from the Department of the Navy. Without these, a definitive assessment of effectiveness is challenging.
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
Solicitation ID: N0002411R3070
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: CACI International Inc (UEI: 045534641)
Address: 14370 NEWBROOK DRIVE, CHANTILLY, VA, 20151
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $22,881,834
Exercised Options: $22,881,834
Current Obligation: $19,408,734
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 7
Total Subaward Amount: $1,881,637
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: N0017804D4026
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2012-09-28
Current End Date: 2017-09-26
Potential End Date: 2017-09-26 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-09-22
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