NASA's ODIN contract awarded to Lockheed Martin for $41M, providing desktop and communication services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $41,061,442 ($41.1M)
Contractor: Lockheed Martin Corporation
Awarding Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Start Date: 2007-12-01
End Date: 2011-12-31
Contract Duration: 1,491 days
Daily Burn Rate: $27.5K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: OUTSOURCING DESKTOP INITIATIVE FOR NASA (ODIN) - DO4 - FOLLOW-ON TO NNK05OA12D - ODIN DESKTOP, SERVER, TELEPHONE AND REMOTE COMMUNICATION SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: STENNIS SPACE CENTER, HANCOCK County, MISSISSIPPI, 39529, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Plain-Language Summary
National Aeronautics and Space Administration obligated $41.1 million to LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION for work described as: OUTSOURCING DESKTOP INITIATIVE FOR NASA (ODIN) - DO4 - FOLLOW-ON TO NNK05OA12D - ODIN DESKTOP, SERVER, TELEPHONE AND REMOTE COMMUNICATION SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract value of $41M for IT services over 4 years. 2. Lockheed Martin is the sole awardee, raising questions about competition. 3. Risk of vendor lock-in and potential cost overruns exist. 4. IT services sector, specifically custom computer programming.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $41M for 4 years of IT services appears within a reasonable range for large-scale government IT outsourcing. However, without specific benchmarks for similar comprehensive desktop, server, and communication services, a precise pricing assessment is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
This was a competitive delivery order, suggesting some level of competition, but the data indicates Lockheed Martin as the sole awardee. The limited competition may have impacted price discovery, potentially leading to a less favorable price for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being utilized for comprehensive IT services. The effectiveness of the competitive process in securing the best value for taxpayers is a key consideration.
Public Impact
NASA's reliance on outsourced IT services impacts its internal capabilities. The contract supports essential communication and desktop infrastructure for agency operations. Potential for job creation or displacement within the IT sector. Ensuring data security and privacy for sensitive government information is paramount.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition
- Potential for cost overruns
- Vendor lock-in
Positive Signals
- Firms Fixed Price contract type
- Long-term service provision
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically custom computer programming (NAICS 541511). Government spending in this area is substantial, with agencies increasingly outsourcing IT functions to manage complex infrastructure and specialized services.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses. This suggests that the scale and complexity of the ODIN initiative required large, established IT service providers.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically involve contract performance reviews, financial audits, and adherence to service level agreements. The effectiveness of NASA's oversight is crucial to ensure value and mitigate risks associated with outsourcing.
Related Government Programs
- Custom Computer Programming Services
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Contracting
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole awardee raises competition concerns.
- Potential for cost overruns in long-term IT outsourcing.
- Dependency on a single vendor could lead to lock-in.
- Effectiveness of oversight for complex IT services.
- Data security and privacy risks.
Tags
custom-computer-programming-services, national-aeronautics-and-space-administr, ms, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration awarded $41.1 million to LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION. OUTSOURCING DESKTOP INITIATIVE FOR NASA (ODIN) - DO4 - FOLLOW-ON TO NNK05OA12D - ODIN DESKTOP, SERVER, TELEPHONE AND REMOTE COMMUNICATION SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION.
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 $41.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-12-01. End: 2011-12-31.
What was the specific competitive process for this delivery order, and how did it ensure fair pricing?
The data states 'COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER' but lists Lockheed Martin as the sole awardee. Further investigation into the solicitation and bidding process is needed to understand if multiple proposals were received and evaluated, or if it was a limited competition among pre-qualified vendors. The impact on price discovery depends heavily on the rigor of this process.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract, and how is Lockheed Martin's performance being measured?
The contract type is Firm Fixed Price, which aims to control costs. However, effective oversight requires clearly defined KPIs related to service availability, response times, security compliance, and user satisfaction. Without these, it's difficult to assess if NASA is receiving optimal value and if risks are being managed.
What is the long-term strategy for NASA's desktop and communication services beyond this contract?
Understanding NASA's future IT strategy is important. This contract represents a significant outsourcing effort. Knowing if NASA plans to continue this model, bring services in-house, or adopt new technologies will inform the overall effectiveness and taxpayer impact of this current spending.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Custom Computer Programming Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Lockheed Martin Corp (UEI: 834951691)
Address: 700 N FREDERICK AVE LOC B, GAITHERSBURG, MD, 20879
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Manufacturer of Goods, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $43,635,529
Exercised Options: $43,635,529
Current Obligation: $41,061,442
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: NAS598144
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-12-01
Current End Date: 2011-12-31
Potential End Date: 2011-12-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2017-07-07
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