DoD awards $7.2M R&D contract to Corvid Technologies for Mission Support Labor
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $7,204,059 ($7.2M)
Contractor: Corvid Technologies, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2025-01-17
End Date: 2027-11-29
Contract Duration: 1,046 days
Daily Burn Rate: $6.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE
Sector: R&D
Official Description: MISSION SUPPORT LABOR
Place of Performance
Location: MOORESVILLE, IREDELL County, NORTH CAROLINA, 28117
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $7.2 million to CORVID TECHNOLOGIES, LLC for work described as: MISSION SUPPORT LABOR Key points: 1. Contract focuses on R&D in physical, engineering, and life sciences. 2. Corvid Technologies, LLC is the awardee. 3. Competition was full and open after exclusion of sources. 4. The contract has a duration of 1046 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost Plus Award Fee, which can lead to higher costs if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar R&D contracts is difficult without more specific task details.
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, suggesting a competitive process. However, the 'exclusion of sources' aspect warrants further investigation into why specific sources were excluded.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for research and development, with the potential for innovation but also the risk of cost overruns or unsuccessful research outcomes.
Public Impact
Supports advanced research and development initiatives within the Department of Defense. Potential for technological advancements in missile defense. Contract duration extends into late 2027, indicating a long-term project.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Award Fee contract type can incentivize higher costs.
- Potential for R&D to not yield desired outcomes.
- Exclusion of sources in competition needs clarification.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Awarded to a specific company for specialized R&D.
- Long-term contract provides stability for the awarded vendor.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences sector. Spending in this area is critical for technological advancement but can be subject to high variability and risk.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved in this specific award, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight will be crucial to ensure the Cost Plus Award Fee structure incentivizes efficiency and that the R&D objectives are met within budget and on schedule.
Related Government Programs
- Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Missile Defense Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Award Fee contract type.
- R&D projects carry inherent uncertainty and risk of failure.
- Exclusion of sources in competition needs clarification.
- Potential for cost overruns if not managed effectively.
Tags
research-and-development-in-the-physical, department-of-defense, nc, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $7.2 million to CORVID TECHNOLOGIES, LLC. MISSION SUPPORT LABOR
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CORVID TECHNOLOGIES, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Missile Defense Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $7.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-01-17. End: 2027-11-29.
What specific R&D objectives does this contract aim to achieve, and how will success be measured?
The contract aims to support 'Mission Support Labor' within the Missile Defense Agency, falling under NAICS code 541715 (R&D in Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences). Success will likely be measured through milestones, deliverables, and performance metrics tied to the specific research tasks outlined in the contract's statement of work. The Cost Plus Award Fee structure suggests performance against these metrics will influence the final award fee.
What is the rationale behind the 'exclusion of sources' in the full and open competition, and what impact did this have on pricing?
The 'exclusion of sources' typically means that while the competition was intended to be open, certain potential sources were deliberately excluded, possibly due to specific technical requirements, security clearances, or prior performance issues. The impact on pricing is uncertain; it could lead to higher prices if it reduced the number of competitive bids, or it might not significantly affect pricing if other strong competitors remained.
How does the Cost Plus Award Fee structure balance incentivizing performance with controlling costs for this R&D effort?
The Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) structure allows the contractor to recover allowable costs plus a base fee, plus an award fee that is determined by the government based on performance. This aims to incentivize high performance by rewarding contractors for exceeding expectations. However, it requires robust government oversight to ensure that the 'award' portion does not simply inflate costs without commensurate value, and that the base fee is appropriate.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Scientific Research and Development Services › Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Product/Service Code: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT › C – National Defense R&D Services
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: HQ085521R0004
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE (R)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Chickasaw Nation
Address: 153 LANGTREE CAMPUS DRIVE, MOORESVILLE, NC, 28117
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $30,540,608
Exercised Options: $30,540,608
Current Obligation: $7,204,059
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HQ085522D0002
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-01-17
Current End Date: 2027-11-29
Potential End Date: 2027-11-29 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-01-08
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