DoD Awards $70.2M for Wired Telecom Services to General Dynamics IT

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $70,241,711 ($70.2M)

Contractor: General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2008-06-27

End Date: 2015-02-13

Contract Duration: 2,422 days

Daily Burn Rate: $29.0K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: COST NO FEE

Sector: IT

Official Description: LACKLAND 346TH TEST SQUADRON BLOCK 30 SUITE

Place of Performance

Location: WESTWOOD, NORFOLK County, MASSACHUSETTS, 02090

State: Massachusetts Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $70.2 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC. for work described as: LACKLAND 346TH TEST SQUADRON BLOCK 30 SUITE Key points: 1. Significant contract value for wired telecommunications infrastructure. 2. General Dynamics IT, a major player, secured this award. 3. Full and open competition suggests a potentially competitive pricing environment. 4. Long contract duration (2008-2015) indicates a sustained need for these services.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract was awarded as a delivery order under a larger contract. Without specific pricing details or comparable contracts, assessing value is difficult. The 'Cost No Fee' pricing structure suggests the government is primarily concerned with cost control.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded through full and open competition, which typically allows for a broad range of bidders and can lead to competitive pricing. However, as a delivery order, the specific pricing mechanisms and discovery process are tied to the parent contract.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are utilized for essential telecommunications infrastructure supporting defense operations. The competitive award process aims to ensure reasonable pricing.

Public Impact

Ensures critical communication infrastructure for the 346th Test Squadron at Lackland. Supports ongoing Department of Defense operations and testing capabilities. Provides a stable telecommunications environment for a significant period.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of detailed pricing information for assessment.
Long contract duration could lead to price escalation if not managed.
No indication of small business participation.

Positive Signals

Awarded through full and open competition.
Supports critical defense infrastructure.
Long-term award provides stability.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the IT and telecommunications sector, specifically wired telecommunications carriers. Spending in this area is crucial for government operations, but benchmarks vary widely based on service scope and duration.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this specific award (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were excluded or simply did not bid.

Oversight & Accountability

As a delivery order under a larger contract, oversight would likely be managed through the parent contract's framework. The Defense Contract Management Agency's involvement suggests a level of oversight is in place.

Related Government Programs

Wired Telecommunications Carriers
Department of Defense Contracting
Defense Contract Management Agency Programs

Risk Flags

Lack of detailed service scope.
Absence of specific performance metrics.
Limited pricing transparency.
No small business participation noted.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $70.2 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC.. LACKLAND 346TH TEST SQUADRON BLOCK 30 SUITE

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Contract Management Agency).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $70.2 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2008-06-27. End: 2015-02-13.

What was the specific scope of services provided under this delivery order, and how did it align with the parent contract's offerings?

The provided data does not detail the specific scope of services for this delivery order, only the broad category of 'Wired Telecommunications Carriers'. Understanding the exact services (e.g., bandwidth, equipment, maintenance) is crucial for a comprehensive value assessment and comparison to industry standards.

Were there any performance metrics or service level agreements (SLAs) associated with this contract to ensure effectiveness and value?

The data does not explicitly mention performance metrics or SLAs. However, 'Cost No Fee' contracts often imply a focus on meeting defined requirements rather than profit margins. The duration and agency involved suggest some level of performance expectation, but specifics are absent.

How did the pricing for this delivery order compare to other similar wired telecommunications contracts awarded by the DoD during the 2008-2015 period?

Without access to the specific pricing details of this delivery order or a database of comparable contracts, a direct price comparison is not possible. The 'Cost No Fee' structure complicates direct benchmarking against fixed-price contracts. Further research into historical telecom contract pricing would be required.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Information › Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite) › Wired Telecommunications Carriers

Product/Service Code: HARDWARE AND ABRASIVES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: COST NO FEE (S)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: General Dynamics Corp (UEI: 001381284)

Address: 77 A STREET, NEEDHAM, MA, 02494

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $84,682,674

Exercised Options: $83,340,982

Current Obligation: $70,241,711

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: FA877104D0007

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline