Navy Awards $11.6M for Electrical Hardware & Supplies to Entwistle Company

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $11,589,630 ($11.6M)

Contractor: THE Entwistle Company LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2004-06-08

End Date: 2010-07-15

Contract Duration: 2,228 days

Daily Burn Rate: $5.2K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: 200410!044177!1700!BZ006 !NAVAL SEA SYSTEMS COMMAND !N0002404C6103 !A!N! !N! ! !20040608!20080608!001198647!001198647!038269291!N!THE ENTWISTLE COMPANY !BIGELOW STREET !HUDSON !MA!01749!31575!017!25!HUDSON !MIDDLESEX !MASS !+000001755360!N!N!000000000000!5975!ELECTRICAL HARDWARE AND SUPPLIES !C9E!ALL OTHER SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT !000 !* !811310!E! !3! ! ! ! ! !99990909!D!A!N!A! !A!U!J!1!001! ! !Z!N!C! ! !Y!A!N!N!F!A! ! !A!A!00 !A!B!N! ! ! ! ! ! !0001! !

Place of Performance

Location: HUDSON, MIDDLESEX County, MASSACHUSETTS, 01749

State: Massachusetts Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $11.6 million to THE ENTWISTLE COMPANY LLC for work described as: 200410!044177!1700!BZ006 !NAVAL SEA SYSTEMS COMMAND !N0002404C6103 !A!N! !N! ! !20040608!20080608!001198647!001198647!038269291!N!THE ENTWISTLE COMPANY !BIGELOW STREET !HUDSON !MA!01749!31575!017!25!HUDSON !MIDD… Key points: 1. Contract awarded for electrical hardware and supplies to The Entwistle Company. 2. The award was made under full and open competition. 3. The contract duration is over 6 years, indicating a significant need. 4. The sector is primarily industrial supplies, with potential IT implications for tracking.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The award amount of $11.6 million over 6 years suggests a substantial but not exceptionally high annual spend. Without specific unit pricing or comparison data, it's difficult to definitively assess value.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing. However, the specific pricing mechanisms and the number of bids received are not detailed here, impacting a full price discovery assessment.

Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition is intended to secure the best value for taxpayers. The actual taxpayer impact depends on the competitiveness of the bids received and the final negotiated price.

Public Impact

Ensures availability of critical electrical hardware and supplies for naval operations. Supports a specific company, The Entwistle Company, contributing to its business and potentially local employment. The long duration of the contract suggests ongoing operational requirements for these supplies. The procurement falls under the broader category of industrial machinery and equipment maintenance.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of detailed pricing information for unit costs.
Limited insight into the number of bids received under full and open competition.
Potential for price escalation over the 6-year contract duration.

Positive Signals

Awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a competitive process.
Contract addresses a clear need for essential supplies.
Long-term contract provides supply chain stability.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the industrial supplies and maintenance sector, specifically for electrical hardware. Benchmarks for this type of procurement can vary widely based on specific components and quantities, but the overall award size suggests a significant operational requirement.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses and was awarded to The Entwistle Company LLC. There is no information provided to assess the impact on or participation of small businesses in this specific procurement.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by the Department of the Navy, part of the Department of Defense. Standard oversight mechanisms for defense contracts would apply, including contract performance monitoring and financial audits.

Related Government Programs

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance
Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Navy Programs

Risk Flags

Lack of detailed pricing data.
Unknown number of competitors.
Long contract duration may increase risk of price escalation.
No specific small business set-aside noted.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $11.6 million to THE ENTWISTLE COMPANY LLC. 200410!044177!1700!BZ006 !NAVAL SEA SYSTEMS COMMAND !N0002404C6103 !A!N! !N! ! !20040608!20080608!001198647!001198647!038269291!N!THE ENTWISTLE COMPANY !BIGELOW STREET !HUDSON !MA!01749!31575!017!25!HUDSON !MIDDLESEX !MASS !+000001755360!N!N!000000000000!5975!ELECTRICAL HARDWARE AND SUPPLIES !C9E!ALL OTHER SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT !000 !* !811310!E! !3! ! ! ! ! !999

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is THE ENTWISTLE COMPANY 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 $11.6 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2004-06-08. End: 2010-07-15.

What was the average number of bids received under this full and open competition, and how did the winning bid compare to others?

The provided data does not specify the number of bids received or offer comparative pricing details. To assess the true value, further investigation into the bid tabulation and the government's source selection decision would be necessary. Understanding the competitive landscape is crucial for determining if the best possible price was achieved for the taxpayer.

Are there any identified risks associated with The Entwistle Company's ability to fulfill this contract over its 6-year duration?

The data does not highlight any specific performance risks associated with The Entwistle Company. However, any long-term contract carries inherent risks such as potential supply chain disruptions, changes in material costs, or the contractor's financial stability over time. A review of past performance and financial health would be prudent.

How does the unit cost of the electrical hardware and supplies compare to industry benchmarks or previous government purchases?

The provided data lacks specific unit cost information, making a direct benchmark comparison impossible. The total award value and duration are known, but without itemized pricing, assessing the cost-effectiveness of individual items or the overall contract against market rates or historical data is not feasible.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Other Services (except Public Administration) › Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance › Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance

Product/Service Code: ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC EQPT COMPNTS

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Contractor Details

Parent Company: THE Entwistle Trust (UEI: 038269291)

Address: BIGELOW STREET, HUDSON, MA, 03

Business Categories: Category Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations, Veteran Owned Business

Contract Characteristics

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

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