Missile Defense Agency awards $14.9M contract to Dynetics Inc. for security studies

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $14,898,528 ($14.9M)

Contractor: Dynetics, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2006-02-17

End Date: 2010-02-14

Contract Duration: 1,458 days

Daily Burn Rate: $10.2K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS

Sector: Other

Official Description: 200607!600347!9700!HQ0006!MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY !GS23F0103K !C!N! !N!HQ000606F0006! !20060217!20070214!075458455!075458455!039921718!N!DYNETICS INC !1000 EXPLORER BLVD NW !HUNTSVILLE !AL!35806!37000!089!01!HUNTSVILLE !MADISON !ALABAMA !+000001000000!N!N!000000000000!B546!SECURITY STUDIES (PHYSICAL & PERSONAL) !S1 !SERVICES !CAA !MDA SUPPORT !541710!E! !6! ! ! ! ! !99990909!B! ! ! ! !A! ! ! !000! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !B!N! ! ! ! ! ! ! !000! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !0001! !

Place of Performance

Location: HUNTSVILLE, MADISON County, ALABAMA, 35806

State: Alabama Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $14.9 million to DYNETICS, INC. for work described as: 200607!600347!9700!HQ0006!MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY !GS23F0103K !C!N! !N!HQ000606F0006! !20060217!20070214!075458455!075458455!039921718!N!DYNETICS INC !1000 EXPLORER BLVD NW !HUNTSVILLE !AL!35806!37000!089!01!HUNTSVILLE !MADI… Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Dynetics Inc. for $14.9 million. 2. Services include physical and personal security studies. 3. Full and open competition was utilized. 4. The contract duration is 1458 days. 5. The Missile Defense Agency is the contracting entity.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $14.9 million for a duration of nearly four years suggests a moderate per-year cost. Benchmarking against similar security study contracts would be necessary for a definitive assessment.

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. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better pricing for the government.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award suggests taxpayers are likely receiving a fair price for the services rendered.

Public Impact

Supports the Missile Defense Agency's critical mission. Enhances understanding of physical and personal security measures. Potential for improved security protocols and risk mitigation. Contract duration of almost four years indicates a long-term need for these services.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Contract duration is long (1458 days).
Contract type is Time and Materials, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully.

Positive Signals

Awarded under full and open competition.
Supports a critical national security agency.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector, specifically related to security studies. Spending in this area is crucial for national defense and intelligence agencies to assess and mitigate threats.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved as subcontractors or prime contractors in this award. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

The Missile Defense Agency is responsible for this contract. Oversight would involve monitoring Dynetics Inc.'s performance and adherence to contract terms, particularly given the Time and Materials pricing structure.

Related Government Programs

Engineering Services
Department of Defense Contracting
Missile Defense Agency Programs

Risk Flags

Long contract duration.
Time and Materials contract type.
Lack of specific detail on study scope.
Potential for cost escalation with T&M contracts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $14.9 million to DYNETICS, INC.. 200607!600347!9700!HQ0006!MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY !GS23F0103K !C!N! !N!HQ000606F0006! !20060217!20070214!075458455!075458455!039921718!N!DYNETICS INC !1000 EXPLORER BLVD NW !HUNTSVILLE !AL!35806!37000!089!01!HUNTSVILLE !MADISON !ALABAMA !+000001000000!N!N!000000000000!B546!SECURITY STUDIES (PHYSICAL & PERSONAL) !S1 !SERVICES !CAA !MDA SUPPORT !541710!E! !6! ! ! ! ! !999

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is DYNETICS, INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Missile Defense Agency).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $14.9 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2006-02-17. End: 2010-02-14.

What specific security threats or vulnerabilities are being studied under this contract?

The provided data does not specify the exact nature of the security threats or vulnerabilities being studied. The contract broadly covers 'SECURITY STUDIES (PHYSICAL & PERSONAL)'. A deeper dive into the Statement of Work or related documentation would be required to understand the specific focus areas, such as threat assessments, vulnerability analyses, or the development of protective measures for personnel and physical assets.

How does the $14.9 million cost compare to similar security study contracts awarded by other defense agencies?

Without access to a broader database of comparable contracts, it is difficult to definitively benchmark the $14.9 million cost. Factors such as contract scope, duration, specific expertise required, and the prevailing economic conditions at the time of award would influence pricing. A comparative analysis with similar contracts from agencies like the Department of the Army or Air Force would be necessary for a robust assessment.

What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract, and how will their achievement be measured?

The provided data does not detail the specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for this contract. Typically, for security study contracts, KPIs might include the timely delivery of comprehensive threat assessments, the accuracy of vulnerability analyses, the feasibility of proposed mitigation strategies, and adherence to reporting requirements. The Missile Defense Agency would have established metrics and evaluation criteria within the contract's Statement of Work.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services

Product/Service Code: SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS, NOT R&D › SPECIAL STUDIES - NOT R and D

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 1000 EXPLORER BLVD NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 05

Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GS23F0103K

IDV Type: FSS

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