DoD's PEO-EIS Programmatic Support Contract Awarded to BearingPoint, Inc. for $42.9M
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $42,876,399 ($42.9M)
Contractor: Bearingpoint, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2006-10-01
End Date: 2011-01-15
Contract Duration: 1,567 days
Daily Burn Rate: $27.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: PROGRAMMATIC SUPPORT FOR THE PEO-EIS
Place of Performance
Location: ARLINGTON, ARLINGTON County, VIRGINIA, 22202, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $42.9 million to BEARINGPOINT, INC. for work described as: PROGRAMMATIC SUPPORT FOR THE PEO-EIS Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single large business, BearingPoint, Inc. 2. The contract falls under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330). 3. Full and open competition was utilized. 4. The contract duration was 1567 days. 5. The award was a Cost Plus Fixed Fee type.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract type can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Without specific cost data for comparable contracts, it's difficult to definitively assess value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Full and open competition generally promotes competitive pricing. However, the CPFF structure requires diligent oversight to ensure cost efficiency and prevent contractor profit inflation.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were utilized through a competitive process, aiming for best value. The CPFF structure necessitates robust oversight to ensure cost-effectiveness.
Public Impact
Supports program executive office for information systems and logistics. Contracting vehicle used was Other Transaction Authority (OTA) or similar flexible mechanism. Services provided are critical for defense acquisition and program management. Contract duration suggests a long-term need for these services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can incentivize cost growth.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes value assessment challenging.
- Limited data on the specific services rendered.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Supports a critical defense acquisition function.
- Contract duration indicates sustained need and potential for stable support.
Sector Analysis
Engineering services for defense programs are a significant area of federal spending. Benchmarks for similar contracts are highly variable based on scope and complexity, but this award appears within a typical range for programmatic support.
Small Business Impact
This contract was awarded to a large business (BearingPoint, Inc.) and there is no indication of small business participation or subcontracting goals being met within the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The use of a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract requires strong government oversight to manage costs and ensure contractor performance aligns with objectives. The provided data does not detail the specific oversight mechanisms employed.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Navy Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can lead to cost overruns.
- Limited transparency on specific services and performance metrics.
- No clear indication of small business utilization.
- Potential for contractor profit inflation without stringent oversight.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, va, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $42.9 million to BEARINGPOINT, INC.. PROGRAMMATIC SUPPORT FOR THE PEO-EIS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BEARINGPOINT, 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 $42.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-10-01. End: 2011-01-15.
What was the specific scope of 'programmatic support' provided under this contract, and how did it align with PEO-EIS's mission objectives?
The 'programmatic support' likely encompassed a range of services essential for the PEO-EIS's operations, such as acquisition planning, systems engineering, financial management, and logistical support for various defense programs. The alignment with mission objectives would depend on the specific tasks outlined in the contract statement of work, ensuring that the support directly contributed to the successful execution and delivery of PEO-EIS's portfolio.
How effectively did the full and open competition process ensure competitive pricing and prevent potential cost overruns, especially given the CPFF structure?
Full and open competition is designed to foster a competitive environment, which theoretically drives down prices. However, the Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) structure inherently carries a risk of cost escalation if not rigorously managed. The effectiveness in this case would depend on the government's ability to establish a fair and reasonable fixed fee, closely monitor all incurred costs, and enforce contract terms to prevent unnecessary expenditures.
What were the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the contractor's effectiveness and ensure value for taxpayer money throughout the contract lifecycle?
Key performance indicators (KPIs) for such a contract would typically include metrics related to on-time delivery of support services, adherence to budget constraints (especially for the fixed fee component), quality of deliverables (e.g., reports, analyses), and responsiveness to government requests. Measuring effectiveness also involves assessing the contractor's contribution to the successful execution of PEO-EIS programs and achieving program milestones.
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: N0002406R3486
Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1676 INTERNATIONAL DRIVE, MCLEAN, VA, 22102
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $564,609,202
Exercised Options: $194,419,937
Current Obligation: $42,876,399
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: N0017804D4020
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-10-01
Current End Date: 2011-01-15
Potential End Date: 2011-01-15 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2016-10-05
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