DoD's $48M IGF TSO Support Services Contract Awarded to General Dynamics
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $48,023,068 ($48.0M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2016-02-29
End Date: 2017-08-31
Contract Duration: 549 days
Daily Burn Rate: $87.5K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: IT
Official Description: IGF::CT::IGF TSO SUPPORT SERVICES (BASE)
Place of Performance
Location: INDIANAPOLIS, MARION County, INDIANA, 46204
State: Indiana Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $48.0 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC. for work described as: IGF::CT::IGF TSO SUPPORT SERVICES (BASE) Key points: 1. Contract awarded to General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. for $48M. 2. Services fall under Custom Computer Programming, NAICS 541511. 3. The contract was not competed, raising potential value concerns. 4. This spending is within the IT sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract's value of $48M for 549 days of service needs further scrutiny. Benchmarking against similar custom computer programming contracts is essential to determine if the pricing is competitive and reflects fair market value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and may result in higher costs for taxpayers compared to a competitively bid contract.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition for this $48M contract could lead to suboptimal pricing, potentially increasing the financial burden on taxpayers.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may be paying a premium due to the absence of competitive bidding. The IT sector relies heavily on specialized programming services, making oversight crucial. Lack of transparency in sole-source awards can erode public trust in government spending.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- Potential for overpricing
- Sole-source award
Positive Signals
- Contract awarded to established IT provider
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Information Technology sector, specifically custom computer programming services. Spending benchmarks for similar IT support contracts are highly variable, but a lack of competition often inflates costs.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to a small business, as indicated by 'sb': false. There is no information provided on subcontracting opportunities for small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The 'st': 'IN' status suggests the contract is in 'In Progress' status, implying ongoing oversight. However, the lack of competition warrants close monitoring to ensure value for money.
Related Government Programs
- Custom Computer Programming Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Navy Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award limits price competition.
- Potential for inflated costs due to lack of bidding.
- Need for detailed justification for non-competitive award.
- Risk of contractor lock-in.
- Unclear performance metrics may hinder effectiveness assessment.
Tags
custom-computer-programming-services, department-of-defense, in, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $48.0 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC.. IGF::CT::IGF TSO SUPPORT SERVICES (BASE)
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 Defense (Department of the Navy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $48.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2016-02-29. End: 2017-08-31.
What was the justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis?
The justification for a sole-source award is critical for understanding why competition was bypassed. Typically, such justifications involve unique capabilities, urgent needs, or lack of available alternatives. Without this information, it's difficult to assess if the government received the best possible value or if alternative solutions were adequately explored.
How does the cost of this contract compare to similar IT support services procured competitively?
Benchmarking this $48M contract against similar, competitively procured IT support services is essential for assessing value. If this contract's per-unit costs or overall price are significantly higher, it indicates potential overspending due to the lack of competition. A detailed cost-benefit analysis would be required to quantify the difference.
What specific deliverables and performance metrics are associated with this contract?
Understanding the specific deliverables and performance metrics is key to evaluating the effectiveness of the IGF TSO Support Services contract. Clear objectives and measurable outcomes allow for proper performance tracking and ensure that the contractor is meeting the government's needs. Without this, assessing the true value and impact of the $48M expenditure is challenging.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Custom Computer Programming Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Csra LLC (UEI: 080011988)
Address: 4045 HANCOCK ST, SAN DIEGO, CA, 92110
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $73,947,772
Exercised Options: $48,023,068
Current Obligation: $48,023,068
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Timeline
Start Date: 2016-02-29
Current End Date: 2017-08-31
Potential End Date: 2018-02-26 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2018-02-06
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