DoD Awards CACI $36.1M for Counter-Narcoterrorism Technical Support and Emerging Technology Integration

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $36,114,718 ($36.1M)

Contractor: CACI Technologies, LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2015-09-30

End Date: 2018-03-28

Contract Duration: 910 days

Daily Burn Rate: $39.7K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE

Sector: Defense

Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF THIS IS A TASK ORDER AWARD FOR FOR TECHNICAL FORENSIC AND EXPLOITATION SUPPORT COUNTER NARCOTERRORISM (CN) EFFORTS. THE FABRICATION, INTEGRATION AND FIELDING FACILITY (FIFF) PROVIDES THE ABILITY TO EMPOWER THE WARFIGHTER THROUGH RAPID INSERTION OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGY; PROVIDING SUPERIOR PROTOTYPING, FABRICATION, INTEGRATION AND FIELDING SUPPORT TO ENSURE ARMY DOMINANCE WORLD-WIDE.

Place of Performance

Location: ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, HARFORD County, MARYLAND, 21005

State: Maryland Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $36.1 million to CACI TECHNOLOGIES, LLC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF THIS IS A TASK ORDER AWARD FOR FOR TECHNICAL FORENSIC AND EXPLOITATION SUPPORT COUNTER NARCOTERRORISM (CN) EFFORTS. THE FABRICATION, INTEGRATION AND FIELDING FACILITY (FIFF) PROVIDES THE ABILITY TO EMPOWER THE WARFIGHTER THROUGH RAPID INSERTION OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGY… Key points: 1. Significant investment in counter-narcoterrorism and warfighter technology. 2. CACI Technologies, LLC, a major defense contractor, secured the award. 3. The contract focuses on rapid prototyping and fielding of emerging tech. 4. Engineering Services sector, with a North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code of 541330. 5. Task order award under a larger contract, indicating a specific need.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract is a Cost Plus Fixed Fee type, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The total award amount is substantial, but without specific performance metrics or historical data, a precise value assessment is difficult.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, as a delivery order under an existing contract, the initial competition for the parent contract is more relevant to price discovery.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being utilized for critical national security functions, including counter-narcoterrorism and technological advancement for the military.

Public Impact

Enhances national security by supporting counter-narcoterrorism operations. Drives innovation in military technology through rapid prototyping and integration. Supports the warfighter by providing advanced technical capabilities. Potential for job creation within the defense technology sector.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

  • Cost Plus Fixed Fee contracts can be susceptible to cost overruns.
  • Long duration of the task order (910 days) may present management challenges.
  • Specific performance metrics are not detailed in the provided data.

Positive Signals

  • Awarded under full and open competition.
  • Supports critical national security missions.
  • Focus on integrating emerging technologies for warfighter advantage.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector, specifically supporting defense applications. Spending in this area is crucial for maintaining technological superiority and addressing evolving threats.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss: false, sb: false). Therefore, there is no direct benefit to small businesses from this specific award.

Oversight & Accountability

As a task order under a larger contract, oversight would likely be managed by the contracting agency (Department of the Army) and potentially the Inspector General for significant issues. Accountability rests with CACI Technologies, LLC for performance and the DoD for contract management.

Related Government Programs

  • Engineering Services
  • Department of Defense Contracting
  • Department of the Army Programs

Risk Flags

  • Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
  • Long contract duration.
  • Lack of specific performance metrics in public data.
  • Potential for scope creep in technology development.

Tags

engineering-services, department-of-defense, md, delivery-order, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $36.1 million to CACI TECHNOLOGIES, LLC. IGF::OT::IGF THIS IS A TASK ORDER AWARD FOR FOR TECHNICAL FORENSIC AND EXPLOITATION SUPPORT COUNTER NARCOTERRORISM (CN) EFFORTS. THE FABRICATION, INTEGRATION AND FIELDING FACILITY (FIFF) PROVIDES THE ABILITY TO EMPOWER THE WARFIGHTER THROUGH RAPID INSERTION OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGY; PROVIDING SUPERIOR PROTOTYPING, FABRICATION, INTEGRATION AND FIELDING SUPPORT TO ENSURE ARMY DOMINANCE WORLD-WIDE.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is CACI TECHNOLOGIES, LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $36.1 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2015-09-30. End: 2018-03-28.

What specific technical forensic and exploitation capabilities are being provided, and how do they directly contribute to counter-narcoterrorism efforts?

The provided data does not detail the specific technical forensic and exploitation capabilities. However, in the context of counter-narcoterrorism, these could include digital forensics, data analysis, intelligence gathering, and potentially the development of specialized tools or techniques to disrupt illicit activities. The direct contribution would be enabling law enforcement and military intelligence to track, identify, and neutralize narco-terrorist organizations.

How will the rapid insertion of emerging technology through the Fabrication, Integration and Fielding Facility (FIFF) translate into tangible improvements for warfighters in counter-narcoterrorism ope

The FIFF aims to accelerate the development and deployment of new technologies. For warfighters in counter-narcoterrorism, this could mean access to advanced surveillance equipment, improved communication systems, data analysis tools for identifying smuggling routes, or even novel methods for interdiction. The tangible improvement lies in providing a technological edge that enhances operational effectiveness and safety.

What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the success of this task order, particularly concerning the 'empowerment of the warfighter' and 'Army dominance'?

The provided data does not specify the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for this task order. Typically, for such contracts, KPIs might include the successful delivery of prototypes, the effectiveness of integrated technologies in simulated or real-world scenarios, the speed of technology insertion, and user feedback from warfighters. Measuring 'empowerment' and 'dominance' would likely involve a combination of operational success metrics and qualitative assessments.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesArchitectural, Engineering, and Related ServicesEngineering Services

Product/Service Code: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENTC – National Defense R&D Services

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: CACI International Inc

Address: 14370 NEWBROOK DRIVE, CHANTILLY, VA, 20151

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $58,591,157

Exercised Options: $58,591,157

Current Obligation: $36,114,718

Subaward Activity

Number of Subawards: 1

Total Subaward Amount: $32,779

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: W15P7T10DD413

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline

Start Date: 2015-09-30

Current End Date: 2018-03-28

Potential End Date: 2018-03-28 12:03:00

Last Modified: 2023-01-27

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