DoD Awards $18.9M Contract for Engineering and Manufacturing Development Services to Amentum Services, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $18,954,420 ($19.0M)
Contractor: Amentum Services, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 1997-10-28
End Date: 2003-09-30
Contract Duration: 2,163 days
Daily Burn Rate: $8.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: 199803!1700!1189!BW10D!NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER, DA!N0017898C3007 !A!*!* !19971028!20000930!022659817!022659817!001053610!N!34157!EG&G WASHINGTON ANALYTICAL SER!900 CLOPPER RD !GAITHERSBURG !MD!20878!21008!099!51!DAHLGREN !KING GEORGE !VIRGINIA !0001!+000000200000!N!N!000000000000!AD25!RDTE/SERVICES-ENG/MANUF DEVELOP !S1 !SERVICES !2000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !8711!3!*!*!*!B!A!*!A !N!U!2!001!B!* !Z!Y!Z!* !* !N!C!*!A!A!A!A!A!*!* !*!N!A!C!N!*!*!*!*!*!
Place of Performance
Location: GERMANTOWN, MONTGOMERY County, MARYLAND, 20876, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $19.0 million to AMENTUM SERVICES, INC. for work described as: 199803!1700!1189!BW10D!NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER, DA!N0017898C3007 !A!*!* !19971028!20000930!022659817!022659817!001053610!N!34157!EG&G WASHINGTON ANALYTICAL SER!900 CLOPPER RD !GAITHERSBURG !MD!20878!21008!099!51!DAHLGREN !KING G… Key points: 1. Contract awarded for RDTE/Services-Eng/Manuf Develop. 2. Amentum Services, Inc. is the prime contractor. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition. 4. The period of performance spans from October 1997 to September 2003.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The total value is $18.9 million over a 6-year period.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better value for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award is intended to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for necessary defense services.
Public Impact
Supports critical Naval Surface Warfare Center research and development. Ensures continued engineering and manufacturing development for defense systems. Amentum Services, Inc. plays a key role in defense sector support. Long-term contract indicates sustained need for these specialized services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can incentivize contractor to increase costs.
- Long performance period may increase risk of scope creep or changing requirements.
- Specific services are not detailed, making it hard to assess true value.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition, suggesting competitive pricing.
- Contractor has a significant role in defense sector support.
- Long duration indicates a stable, ongoing need for services.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDTE) sector, specifically for Services-Engineering/Manufacturing Development. Spending in this area is crucial for maintaining technological superiority in defense.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate any specific subcontracting goals or participation by small businesses in this contract.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is managed by the Department of Defense, with oversight likely provided by the Naval Surface Warfare Center and the Defense Contract Management Agency.
Related Government Programs
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
- Long contract duration (6 years).
- Lack of specific service details.
- Potential for cost overruns.
- No indication of small business participation.
Tags
department-of-defense, md, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $19.0 million to AMENTUM SERVICES, INC.. 199803!1700!1189!BW10D!NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER, DA!N0017898C3007 !A!*!* !19971028!20000930!022659817!022659817!001053610!N!34157!EG&G WASHINGTON ANALYTICAL SER!900 CLOPPER RD !GAITHERSBURG !MD!20878!21008!099!51!DAHLGREN !KING GEORGE !VIRGINIA !0001!+000000200000!N!N!000000000000!AD25!RDTE/SERVICES-ENG/MANUF DEVELOP !S1 !SERVICES !2000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !8711!3!*!*!*!B!A!*!A !N!U!2!0
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is AMENTUM SERVICES, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Contract Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $19.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 1997-10-28. End: 2003-09-30.
What specific engineering and manufacturing development services are being procured under this contract, and how do they align with current defense priorities?
The provided data does not specify the exact nature of the engineering and manufacturing development services. Understanding these details is crucial for assessing their alignment with current defense priorities and determining if the $18.9 million investment is strategically sound and contributes effectively to national security objectives.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) and milestones for this Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract to ensure effective service delivery and cost control?
The data does not detail the specific KPIs or milestones for this contract. For a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract, robust oversight and clearly defined performance metrics are essential to manage costs, prevent scope creep, and ensure the contractor delivers the required services effectively within the agreed-upon parameters.
How does the pricing structure of this Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract compare to similar engineering and manufacturing development service contracts awarded by the DoD?
Without specific cost breakdowns or benchmarks for similar services, a direct pricing comparison is difficult. However, the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure inherently carries a risk of cost escalation. A thorough review of the contractor's cost proposals and comparison with industry standards would be necessary to ascertain if the $18.9 million represents fair and reasonable pricing.
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: AECOM Global II, LLC (UEI: 043271568)
Address: 20501 SENECA MEADOWS PKWY STE 300, GERMANTOWN, MD, 20876
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Timeline
Start Date: 1997-10-28
Current End Date: 2003-09-30
Potential End Date: 2003-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2016-08-25
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