DoD Awards $5.4M for DDG51 Destroyer Machinery Control Systems Sustainment and Cyber Support
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $5,442,548 ($5.4M)
Contractor: Noblis MSD LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2022-09-14
End Date: 2026-06-30
Contract Duration: 1,385 days
Daily Burn Rate: $3.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: DDG51 MAC TO#11 - MACHINERY CONTROL SYSTEMS (MCS) NEW CONSTRUCTION PRODUCT SUSTAINMENT & CYBER SUPPORT
Place of Performance
Location: PHILADELPHIA, PHILADELPHIA County, PENNSYLVANIA, 19112
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $5.4 million to NOBLIS MSD LLC for work described as: DDG51 MAC TO#11 - MACHINERY CONTROL SYSTEMS (MCS) NEW CONSTRUCTION PRODUCT SUSTAINMENT & CYBER SUPPORT Key points: 1. Contract awarded to NOBLIS MSD LLC for product sustainment and cyber support of DDG51 class destroyers. 2. The contract is a delivery order under a larger indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract. 3. Engineering services (NAICS 541330) are the primary focus of this award. 4. The contract duration is 1385 days, ending in June 2026. 5. This award does not appear to directly benefit small businesses.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Benchmarking CPFF contracts for similar engineering services is difficult without more detailed cost breakdowns.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, as a delivery order under an existing IDIQ, the initial competition for the IDIQ itself is the primary price discovery mechanism.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential sustainment and cyber support of naval vessels, which is a necessary defense expenditure. The CPFF structure warrants careful monitoring to ensure cost efficiency.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operational readiness and cybersecurity for the DDG51 class of destroyers. Supports critical engineering services for a key naval asset. Potential for cost growth due to the CPFF contract type requires vigilant oversight.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type may incentivize higher costs.
- Lack of direct small business participation.
- Cyber support is a critical but potentially opaque area of spending.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Supports critical naval defense systems.
- Long-term sustainment contract provides stability.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330), a sector crucial for defense procurement. Spending in this area is often driven by specific platform needs and long-term maintenance requirements, with significant government oversight.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business (SB=false). There is no indication of subcontracting goals for small businesses within this specific delivery order.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is a delivery order under a larger IDIQ, suggesting that the initial IDIQ likely underwent a competitive process. Oversight will be critical to manage the CPFF structure and ensure performance objectives are met within budget.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Navy Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
- Lack of specific detail on cyber support tasks.
- No apparent small business subcontracting goals.
- Potential for cost creep without stringent oversight.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, pa, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $5.4 million to NOBLIS MSD LLC. DDG51 MAC TO#11 - MACHINERY CONTROL SYSTEMS (MCS) NEW CONSTRUCTION PRODUCT SUSTAINMENT & CYBER SUPPORT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is NOBLIS MSD 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 $5.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2022-09-14. End: 2026-06-30.
What is the estimated total value of the IDIQ contract under which this delivery order was placed?
The provided data only details a specific delivery order valued at $5.44 million. To assess the overall value and taxpayer impact, information on the parent IDIQ contract's ceiling value, duration, and total obligated amount is necessary. Without this context, it's difficult to gauge the full scope of this procurement.
How will the performance and costs associated with the Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) structure be monitored to mitigate potential cost overruns?
Effective oversight of a CPFF contract requires robust monitoring of the contractor's actual costs against the estimated baseline. The Department of the Navy should implement stringent financial tracking, regular performance reviews, and potentially independent cost audits. Clear performance metrics and defined milestones are essential to ensure the fixed fee remains justified and costs are controlled.
What specific cyber support tasks are included in this contract, and how is their effectiveness measured?
The contract mentions 'Cyber Support' but lacks specific details on the tasks involved. To assess effectiveness, the contract should clearly define deliverables such as vulnerability assessments, threat mitigation strategies, incident response capabilities, and system hardening. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to system uptime, response times, and successful threat neutralization would be crucial for measuring the impact of cyber support.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: N6449822Q3148
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: ONE CRESCENT DR STE 400, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19112
Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $6,452,024
Exercised Options: $6,452,024
Current Obligation: $5,442,548
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 2
Total Subaward Amount: $414,111
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: N6449821D0037
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2022-09-14
Current End Date: 2026-06-30
Potential End Date: 2026-06-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-01-14
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