DoD's $30M Contract for Technical Services Awarded to WWC Global LLC Under Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $30,166,170 ($30.2M)
Contractor: WWC Global LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2020-05-21
End Date: 2021-05-31
Contract Duration: 375 days
Daily Burn Rate: $80.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: Other
Official Description: CORE TO 3
Place of Performance
Location: TAMPA, HILLSBOROUGH County, FLORIDA, 33621
State: Florida Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $30.2 million to WWC GLOBAL LLC for work described as: CORE TO 3 Key points: 1. The contract value is $30,166,170. 2. Competition was full and open after exclusion of sources. 3. The contract falls under 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services'. 4. The award was made by the U.S. Special Operations Command. 5. The period of performance was from May 21, 2020, to May 31, 2021.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $30.17 million for professional, scientific, and technical services appears reasonable given the duration and scope. Benchmarking against similar contracts in the 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' category would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources'. This method suggests a competitive process was initiated, but specific sources may have been excluded based on defined criteria, potentially impacting the breadth of price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently, though the exclusion of sources warrants further scrutiny to confirm maximum value was achieved.
Public Impact
Supports U.S. Special Operations Command with essential technical services. The contract duration of 375 days indicates a significant operational need. Awarded in Florida, potentially impacting local economies and workforce. Services provided are critical for national security operations.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Exclusion of sources in competition needs clarification.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes value assessment difficult.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition was utilized.
- Contract awarded to a single entity, potentially streamlining management.
- Clear period of performance.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional, scientific, and technical services, a broad category often supporting defense and intelligence agencies. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on national security priorities and technological advancements.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was sought or if subcontracting opportunities were made available.
Oversight & Accountability
The U.S. Special Operations Command is responsible for overseeing this contract. Standard procurement regulations and oversight mechanisms should be in place to ensure performance and accountability.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- U.S. Special Operations Command Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed service description.
- Ambiguity in 'exclusion of sources' criteria.
- No clear indication of small business subcontracting.
- Limited public information on performance outcomes.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-defense, fl, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $30.2 million to WWC GLOBAL LLC. CORE TO 3
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is WWC GLOBAL LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (U.S. Special Operations Command).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $30.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2020-05-21. End: 2021-05-31.
What specific technical services were provided under this contract, and how did they directly support U.S. Special Operations Command's mission?
The contract falls under NAICS code 541990, 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.' While the specific services are not detailed, they likely encompass a range of specialized support critical to SOCOM's unique operational requirements, potentially including intelligence analysis, technical support, or specialized training.
What were the criteria for excluding certain sources during the 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources' process?
The criteria for excluding sources are not provided in the data. Typically, such exclusions are based on specific technical capabilities, security clearances, or unique qualifications necessary for the contract's requirements. A thorough review of the solicitation documents would be needed to understand these specific exclusion criteria.
How does the awarded amount of $30.17 million compare to industry benchmarks for similar professional, scientific, and technical services contracts of comparable duration and scope?
Without detailed service descriptions and performance metrics, a precise benchmark comparison is challenging. However, the value appears within a reasonable range for a 375-day contract supporting a specialized agency like SOCOM. Further analysis would require access to detailed contract line item numbers and market research data.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: H9222218R0001
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 5304 CLOUDS PEAK DR, LUTZ, FL, 33558
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $34,779,833
Exercised Options: $34,639,948
Current Obligation: $30,166,170
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 2
Total Subaward Amount: $100,000,000
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: H9240018D0001
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2020-05-21
Current End Date: 2021-05-31
Potential End Date: 2021-05-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-01-26
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