GSA Awards $23.1M Engineering Support Contract to Vectrus Systems LLC via Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $23,119,598 ($23.1M)
Contractor: Vectrus Systems LLC
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2010-05-25
End Date: 2015-05-31
Contract Duration: 1,832 days
Daily Burn Rate: $12.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Engineering Services
Official Description: THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROVIDE THE OFFICE OF ISA ENGINEERING AND PROGRAMMATIC SUPPORT. CONTRACT SUPPORT IS REQUIRED TO ASSIST THE OFFICE OF ISA WITH PROGRAM AND PROJECT PLANNING AND EXECUTION, OFFICE DOCUMENTATION PREPARATION, AND DEVELOPMENT AND CONFIGURATION CONTROL OF ALL PROGRAMS AND DOCUMENTS CONTROLLED BY THIS OFFICE.
Place of Performance
Location: ATLANTIC CITY, ATLANTIC County, NEW JERSEY, 08405, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $23.1 million to VECTRUS SYSTEMS LLC for work described as: THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROVIDE THE OFFICE OF ISA ENGINEERING AND PROGRAMMATIC SUPPORT. CONTRACT SUPPORT IS REQUIRED TO ASSIST THE OFFICE OF ISA WITH PROGRAM AND PROJECT PLANNING AND EXECUTION, OFFICE DOCUMENTATION PREPARATION, AND DEVELOPMENT AND CONFIGURATION CONTRO… Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Vectrus Systems LLC for engineering and programmatic support. 2. Significant value of $23.1 million over its duration. 3. Procured through full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. 4. The contract falls under the Engineering Services sector (NAICS 541330).
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract's value of $23.1 million appears reasonable for engineering and programmatic support services over its 5-year term. Benchmarking against similar GSA contracts for specialized engineering support would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded using full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. This method typically leads to more competitive pricing as multiple vendors are allowed to bid.
Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition generally benefits taxpayers by fostering a competitive environment that can drive down costs and improve service quality.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operational support for the Office of ISA's engineering and programmatic functions. Supports critical planning, execution, and documentation for the office's programs. The competitive award process suggests efficient use of taxpayer funds.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Awarded via full and open competition
- Clear statement of work for engineering and programmatic support
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector (NAICS 541330), which encompasses firms providing specialized engineering consulting. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on government agency needs and project complexity.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to a small business (sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was a requirement or if opportunities were missed.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was managed by the General Services Administration (GSA), a key agency for federal procurement oversight. The use of full and open competition suggests adherence to standard oversight practices.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Contract type (CPFF) may present cost overrun risks.
- Lack of detail on specific engineering disciplines required.
- No explicit mention of performance metrics or KPIs in the summary data.
Tags
engineering-services, general-services-administration, nj, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $23.1 million to VECTRUS SYSTEMS LLC. THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROVIDE THE OFFICE OF ISA ENGINEERING AND PROGRAMMATIC SUPPORT. CONTRACT SUPPORT IS REQUIRED TO ASSIST THE OFFICE OF ISA WITH PROGRAM AND PROJECT PLANNING AND EXECUTION, OFFICE DOCUMENTATION PREPARATION, AND DEVELOPMENT AND CONFIGURATION CONTROL OF ALL PROGRAMS AND DOCUMENTS CONTROLLED BY THIS OFFICE.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is VECTRUS SYSTEMS LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $23.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2010-05-25. End: 2015-05-31.
What specific engineering expertise does Vectrus Systems LLC provide under this contract?
The contract specifies support for "program and project planning and execution, office documentation preparation, and development and configuration control of all programs and documents." While it mentions engineering support, the precise technical disciplines or specialized engineering services are not detailed in this summary. Further review of the SOW would clarify the exact nature of the engineering expertise required.
Are there any performance metrics or KPIs associated with this contract to ensure effectiveness?
The provided data does not explicitly mention performance metrics or Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for this contract. Typically, contracts of this nature would include performance standards and evaluation criteria within the Statement of Work (SOW) to ensure the effectiveness of the services provided by Vectrus Systems LLC.
What is the potential for cost overruns given the Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract type?
The contract type is listed as 'COST PLUS FIXED FEE' (pt: "COST PLUS FIXED FEE"). While CPFF contracts provide flexibility, they carry a risk of cost overruns if the fixed fee is not adequately determined or if the government's scope of work expands significantly without proper adjustments to the fee.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: QUALITY CONTROL, TEST, INSPECTION › OTHER QUALITY, TEST, INSPECT SVCS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: R3104236
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Contractor Details
Parent Company: WC Holding Inc. (UEI: 013567606)
Address: 1101 KING ST STE 550, ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22314
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $30,520,352
Exercised Options: $26,226,527
Current Obligation: $23,119,598
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS07T00BGD0037
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2010-05-25
Current End Date: 2015-05-31
Potential End Date: 2015-05-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2015-10-01
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