Interior's $15.4M Engineering Services Contract Awarded to General Dynamics IT

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $15,392,563 ($15.4M)

Contractor: General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of the Interior

Start Date: 2005-07-08

End Date: 2011-01-07

Contract Duration: 2,009 days

Daily Burn Rate: $7.7K/day

Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER

Number of Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: SYSTEMS RESEARCH

Place of Performance

Location: FAIRFAX, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22033

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of the Interior obligated $15.4 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC. for work described as: SYSTEMS RESEARCH Key points: 1. Contract value of $15.4M for engineering services. 2. Awarded to General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. 3. Contract duration spans from 2005 to 2011. 4. Classified under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330).

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $15.4M for engineering services appears reasonable given the 6-year duration. Benchmarking against similar contracts is difficult without more specific service details.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: unknown

This was a competitive delivery order, suggesting a degree of price discovery. However, the specific competition details and number of bidders are not provided, limiting a full assessment.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award suggests efforts to secure fair pricing, potentially saving taxpayer dollars compared to a sole-source acquisition.

Public Impact

Supports critical engineering services for the Department of the Interior. General Dynamics IT, a major contractor, provides the services. Long-term contract may indicate stable, ongoing needs. Services likely impact departmental operations and infrastructure.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of specific service details hinders value assessment.
Limited insight into the competitive landscape.
Contract duration is relatively long.

Positive Signals

Awarded through a competitive process.
Contractor is a well-established entity.
Firm Fixed Price contract provides cost certainty.

Sector Analysis

Engineering services are crucial for government infrastructure and operations. This contract falls within a broad category, and benchmarks vary widely based on specialization and scope.

Small Business Impact

The awardee, General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc., is a large business. There is no indication of small business participation in this specific contract.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded as a delivery order under a larger vehicle. Oversight would typically involve program management within the Department of the Interior to ensure service delivery and adherence to contract terms.

Related Government Programs

Engineering Services
Department of the Interior Contracting
Departmental Offices Programs

Risk Flags

Lack of detailed service description.
Limited information on competition specifics.
Long contract duration without clear performance metrics.
Potential for scope creep over the contract's lifecycle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of the Interior awarded $15.4 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC.. SYSTEMS RESEARCH

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of the Interior (Departmental Offices).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $15.4 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2005-07-08. End: 2011-01-07.

What specific engineering services were provided under this contract?

The provided data lacks specific details on the engineering services rendered. This information is crucial for a comprehensive value assessment, understanding the technical scope, and comparing it to industry standards or other government contracts for similar specialized engineering support.

What was the competitive landscape for this delivery order?

While designated as 'COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER', the data does not specify the number of bidders or the nature of the competition. Understanding the number of proposals received and the evaluation criteria would provide better insight into the effectiveness of the price discovery process and the overall competitiveness.

How does the $15.4M value compare to similar engineering service contracts?

Without knowing the specific type and duration of engineering services, a direct comparison is challenging. However, for a 6-year contract, $15.4M averages to approximately $2.57M per year, which could be considered moderate for specialized engineering support, depending heavily on the complexity and scale of the tasks.

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: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER

Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Sterling Parent Inc. (UEI: 968838909)

Address: 4300 FAIR LAKES CT, FAIRFAX, VA, 22033

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $16,109,625

Exercised Options: $16,109,625

Current Obligation: $15,392,563

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GS23F0038L

IDV Type: FSS

Timeline