NASA Awards $45.5M IT Contract to Advanced Management Technology, Inc. for Scientific Computing
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $45,551,108 ($45.6M)
Contractor: Advanced Management Technology, Inc.
Awarding Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Start Date: 2005-04-01
End Date: 2007-09-30
Contract Duration: 912 days
Daily Burn Rate: $49.9K/day
Competition Type: NON-COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE
Sector: IT
Official Description: NASA INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH, OPERATIONS, ND DEVELOPMENT IN SUPPORT OF SCIENTIFIC COMPUTING
Place of Performance
Location: MOFFETT FIELD, SANTA CLARA County, CALIFORNIA, 94035
Plain-Language Summary
National Aeronautics and Space Administration obligated $45.6 million to ADVANCED MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY, INC. for work described as: NASA INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH, OPERATIONS, ND DEVELOPMENT IN SUPPORT OF SCIENTIFIC COMPUTING Key points: 1. Contract value of $45.5M for IT research, operations, and development. 2. Awarded non-competitively, raising questions about price discovery. 3. Focus on scientific computing suggests specialized IT needs. 4. Potential for cost overruns due to Cost Plus Award Fee structure.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF) contract type can lead to higher costs if not managed tightly. Without competitive benchmarks, assessing value for money is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
This was a non-competitive delivery order, meaning there was no formal solicitation or comparison of multiple offers. This limits price discovery and potentially increases costs for taxpayers.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition may result in higher spending than if the contract had been competitively bid.
Public Impact
Supports NASA's scientific research and development efforts. Ensures continued IT operations for critical scientific computing. Potential impact on the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of NASA's scientific endeavors.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Non-competitive award
- Cost Plus Award Fee structure
- Lack of clear performance metrics in provided data
Positive Signals
- Supports critical scientific computing functions
- Long-term contract duration suggests ongoing need
Sector Analysis
Information Technology (IT) services supporting scientific research and development. Benchmarks for similar specialized IT contracts are difficult to ascertain without more detail on the scope of work.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses (sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was considered or subcontracted.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight is crucial for CPAF contracts to ensure costs are reasonable and performance meets expectations. The agency (NASA) is responsible for monitoring contractor performance and managing award fees.
Related Government Programs
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Contracting
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Non-competitive award
- Cost Plus Award Fee structure
- Potential for cost overruns
- Limited transparency on performance metrics
- Lack of small business participation indicated
Tags
national-aeronautics-and-space-administr, ca, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration awarded $45.6 million to ADVANCED MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY, INC.. NASA INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH, OPERATIONS, ND DEVELOPMENT IN SUPPORT OF SCIENTIFIC COMPUTING
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ADVANCED MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (National Aeronautics and Space Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $45.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2005-04-01. End: 2007-09-30.
What specific scientific computing capabilities does this contract support, and how do they align with NASA's strategic goals?
This contract likely supports advanced computational needs for NASA's scientific missions, such as data analysis, modeling, and simulation for fields like astrophysics, earth science, or planetary science. Its alignment with strategic goals would depend on NASA's current research priorities and the specific projects funded by this IT support.
What are the risks associated with a non-competitive Cost Plus Award Fee contract for specialized IT services?
The primary risks include potential cost overruns due to the fee structure incentivizing spending, lack of competitive pressure to reduce prices, and the possibility of the contractor not delivering optimal value. Effective government oversight is critical to mitigate these risks.
How does the $45.5M contract value compare to similar IT support contracts within NASA or other federal agencies for scientific computing?
Without specific details on the scope of work, a direct comparison is challenging. However, $45.5M over approximately two years for specialized scientific IT support is substantial. Benchmarking would require detailed analysis of contract deliverables, service levels, and the complexity of the scientific computing environment.
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NON-COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE (R)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Tetra Tech, Inc. (UEI: 045224250)
Address: 1515 WILSON BLVD STE 1100, ARLINGTON, VA, 22209
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business, Woman Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $64,459,016
Exercised Options: $64,459,016
Current Obligation: $45,551,108
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DTTS5999D00437
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2005-04-01
Current End Date: 2007-09-30
Potential End Date: 2007-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-05-28
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