DoD's Navy awards $35M for H1 Aircraft Parts to Bell Textron Inc. over 905 days

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $35,078,418 ($35.1M)

Contractor: Bell Textron Inc

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2019-04-23

End Date: 2021-10-14

Contract Duration: 905 days

Daily Burn Rate: $38.8K/day

Competition Type: NOT COMPETED

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Defense

Official Description: ITEMS TO SUPPORT H1 AIRCRAFT

Place of Performance

Location: FORT WORTH, TARRANT County, TEXAS, 76118

State: Texas Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $35.1 million to BELL TEXTRON INC for work described as: ITEMS TO SUPPORT H1 AIRCRAFT Key points: 1. Spending focused on critical aircraft parts for the Navy. 2. Bell Textron Inc. is the sole awardee, raising competition concerns. 3. The contract spans over two years, indicating a significant duration. 4. The sector is Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The award of $35,078,417.53 for H1 aircraft parts appears to be within a reasonable range for specialized components, but without specific benchmarks for these exact parts, a precise valuation is difficult. The firm fixed price contract offers cost certainty.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: sole-source

This contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award to Bell Textron Inc. This lack of competition limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs for taxpayers.

Taxpayer Impact: The absence of competition may result in taxpayers paying a premium for these aircraft parts.

Public Impact

Ensures continued operational readiness for H1 aircraft. Supports a key defense contractor, Bell Textron Inc. Potential for increased costs due to non-competitive award.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of competition
Sole-source award

Positive Signals

Firm fixed price contract
Supports critical aircraft parts

Sector Analysis

The 'Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing' sector is vital for defense readiness. Spending benchmarks for specialized parts like these are often proprietary or highly specific, making broad comparisons challenging. This award represents a significant investment in maintaining the H1 aircraft fleet.

Small Business Impact

This contract was awarded directly to Bell Textron Inc. and there is no indication of subcontracting opportunities for small businesses within the provided data. The focus appears to be on a large, established prime contractor.

Oversight & Accountability

The Department of the Navy awarded this contract. Oversight would typically involve contract management reviews and performance monitoring to ensure delivery and quality standards are met, especially given the sole-source nature.

Related Government Programs

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Navy Programs

Risk Flags

Sole-source award limits competition.
Potential for inflated pricing due to lack of competition.
No small business participation indicated.
Long contract duration (905 days).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $35.1 million to BELL TEXTRON INC. ITEMS TO SUPPORT H1 AIRCRAFT

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is BELL TEXTRON 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 $35.1 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2019-04-23. End: 2021-10-14.

What is the justification for the sole-source award, and what steps were taken to ensure fair pricing?

The justification for a sole-source award is not provided in the data. Typically, agencies must document reasons such as unique capabilities or urgent needs. Without this documentation, it's difficult to assess if fair pricing was achieved through negotiation or if taxpayers bore a premium due to the lack of competitive bidding.

What is the potential cost impact of awarding this contract without competition?

Awarding contracts without competition generally leads to higher costs for taxpayers. A sole-source award to Bell Textron Inc. for H1 aircraft parts means the Navy did not benefit from the price reductions and innovations that competition typically drives. The actual cost premium is unknown without a competitive baseline.

How does this spending align with the Navy's long-term strategy for H1 aircraft sustainment?

This $35 million award supports the sustainment of H1 aircraft, crucial for naval operations. The long-term strategy likely involves ensuring parts availability and operational readiness. However, the sole-source nature raises questions about the long-term cost-effectiveness and potential for strategic sourcing of these parts.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Manufacturing › Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing › Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing

Product/Service Code: AEROSPACE CRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED

Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Textron Inc

Address: 3255 BELL HELICOPTER BLVD, FORT WORTH, TX, 76118

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

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $35,078,418

Exercised Options: $35,078,418

Current Obligation: $35,078,418

Subaward Activity

Number of Subawards: 14

Total Subaward Amount: $664,094

Contract Characteristics

Multi-Year Contract: Yes

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: YES

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: N0038317DBA01

IDV Type: IDC

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