Navy Awards Oshkosh Defense $61.1M for Ship Interdiction System LRIP

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $61,161,679 ($61.2M)

Contractor: Oshkosh Defense LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2023-09-30

End Date: 2026-12-31

Contract Duration: 1,188 days

Daily Burn Rate: $51.5K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Defense

Official Description: NAVY MARINE SHIP INTERDICTION SYSTEM - CARRIER - LOW RATE INITIAL PRODUCTION

Place of Performance

Location: OSHKOSH, WINNEBAGO County, WISCONSIN, 54902

State: Wisconsin Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $61.2 million to OSHKOSH DEFENSE LLC for work described as: NAVY MARINE SHIP INTERDICTION SYSTEM - CARRIER - LOW RATE INITIAL PRODUCTION Key points: 1. Significant award to Oshkosh Defense for critical ship interdiction systems. 2. Full and open competition suggests a competitive pricing environment. 3. Potential for cost overruns or schedule delays exists in LRIP phases. 4. Heavy Duty Truck Manufacturing sector sees substantial defense spending.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The award value of $61.1M for LRIP seems reasonable given the complexity of military hardware. Benchmarking against similar defense vehicle contracts would provide a clearer picture of value.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating multiple bidders likely participated. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives best value.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for advanced defense capabilities, with competition aiming to maximize the value received for this investment.

Public Impact

Enhances naval capabilities for ship interdiction. Supports advanced manufacturing and defense industrial base. Potential for job creation within the defense sector.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

  • LRIP phase risks
  • Supply chain dependencies
  • Technological obsolescence

Positive Signals

  • Experienced prime contractor
  • Competitive award process
  • Clear delivery timeline

Sector Analysis

This award falls within the Heavy Duty Truck Manufacturing sector, a key area for defense logistics and specialized vehicle production. Defense spending in this sector often involves high-value, complex systems.

Small Business Impact

No specific small business participation was indicated in the provided data. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses are involved as subcontractors.

Oversight & Accountability

The award process under full and open competition suggests a degree of oversight. However, ongoing monitoring of LRIP milestones and spending is crucial for accountability.

Related Government Programs

  • Heavy Duty Truck Manufacturing
  • Department of Defense Contracting
  • Department of the Navy Programs

Risk Flags

  • LRIP inherent risks
  • Potential for schedule slippage
  • Dependence on sole-source component suppliers (potential)
  • Long-term sustainment costs unknown

Tags

heavy-duty-truck-manufacturing, department-of-defense, wi, delivery-order, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $61.2 million to OSHKOSH DEFENSE LLC. NAVY MARINE SHIP INTERDICTION SYSTEM - CARRIER - LOW RATE INITIAL PRODUCTION

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is OSHKOSH DEFENSE LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

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

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $61.2 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2023-09-30. End: 2026-12-31.

What is the projected per-unit cost for the ship interdiction systems, and how does it compare to industry benchmarks?

The provided data does not specify the number of units or the per-unit cost. A detailed cost breakdown would be necessary to compare against industry benchmarks for similar specialized defense equipment. Without this, a precise value assessment is difficult.

What are the primary risks associated with the Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP) phase for this system?

LRIP phases often carry risks such as manufacturing process immaturity, potential design flaws discovered during initial production, supply chain disruptions for specialized components, and the possibility of cost overruns as production scales up. These factors require close monitoring.

How effectively will this system contribute to the Navy's ship interdiction mission compared to existing capabilities?

The effectiveness hinges on the system's technological capabilities, reliability, and integration with existing naval operations. While the award signifies a commitment to enhancing this mission, a post-deployment analysis of operational performance and mission success rates will be the ultimate measure of effectiveness.

Industry Classification

NAICS: ManufacturingMotor Vehicle ManufacturingHeavy Duty Truck Manufacturing

Product/Service Code: MOTOR VEHICLES, CYCLES, TRAILERS

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Solicitation ID: M6785422R1002

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Oshkosh Corporation

Address: 2307 OREGON ST, OSHKOSH, WI, 54902

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Manufacturer of Goods, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $61,431,691

Exercised Options: $61,431,691

Current Obligation: $61,161,679

Subaward Activity

Number of Subawards: 440

Total Subaward Amount: $65,656,757

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: YES

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: M6785422D1002

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline

Start Date: 2023-09-30

Current End Date: 2026-12-31

Potential End Date: 2026-12-31 00:00:00

Last Modified: 2026-01-08

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