NAVAIR Awards $44.3M for TH-57 Contractor Logistics Support to Vertex Aerospace LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $44,308,504 ($44.3M)
Contractor: Vertex Aerospace LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2017-05-31
End Date: 2018-05-31
Contract Duration: 365 days
Daily Burn Rate: $121.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: COST NO FEE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: THE NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND (NAVAIR) HAS A REQUIREMENT TO PROVIDE TH-57 CONTRACTOR LOGISTICS SUPPORT (CLS), WHICH CONSISTS OF ALL LOGISTICS SERVICES AND MATERIALS FOR ORGANIZATIONAL AND DEPOT LEVEL SERVICES REQUIRED TO SUPPORT AND MAINTAIN THE TH-57 FLEET. IGF::CT::IGF
Place of Performance
Location: MADISON, MADISON County, MISSISSIPPI, 39110
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $44.3 million to VERTEX AEROSPACE LLC for work described as: THE NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND (NAVAIR) HAS A REQUIREMENT TO PROVIDE TH-57 CONTRACTOR LOGISTICS SUPPORT (CLS), WHICH CONSISTS OF ALL LOGISTICS SERVICES AND MATERIALS FOR ORGANIZATIONAL AND DEPOT LEVEL SERVICES REQUIRED TO SUPPORT AND MAINTAIN THE TH-57 FLEET. IGF::CT::IGF Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Vertex Aerospace LLC for comprehensive logistics support of the TH-57 fleet. 2. The contract covers organizational and depot-level services, including materials. 3. This award falls under the 'Other Support Activities for Air Transportation' NAICS code. 4. The total value of the award is $44,308,504.10.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $44.3M appears reasonable for comprehensive logistics support of an aircraft fleet. Benchmarking against similar CLS contracts would provide a more definitive assessment.
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 that should have driven price discovery. The specific award type is a delivery order.
Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition generally leads to better pricing for taxpayers by fostering a competitive environment.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operational readiness of the TH-57 training aircraft fleet. Supports critical training missions for naval aviators. Maintains the airworthiness and safety of the TH-57 aircraft. Provides essential materials and services for fleet maintenance.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Clear scope of work for logistics support.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Defense sector, specifically supporting aviation readiness. Spending benchmarks for Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) vary widely based on aircraft type, age, and mission requirements.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a specific set-aside for this contract (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were involved as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Defense, through NAVAIR and supported by DCMA, is responsible for oversight. The contract type and award mechanism suggest standard oversight procedures are in place.
Related Government Programs
- Other Support Activities for Air Transportation
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics.
- No explicit mention of small business subcontracting goals.
- Limited insight into long-term cost-effectiveness without per-flight-hour data.
Tags
other-support-activities-for-air-transpo, department-of-defense, ms, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $44.3 million to VERTEX AEROSPACE LLC. THE NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND (NAVAIR) HAS A REQUIREMENT TO PROVIDE TH-57 CONTRACTOR LOGISTICS SUPPORT (CLS), WHICH CONSISTS OF ALL LOGISTICS SERVICES AND MATERIALS FOR ORGANIZATIONAL AND DEPOT LEVEL SERVICES REQUIRED TO SUPPORT AND MAINTAIN THE TH-57 FLEET. IGF::CT::IGF
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is VERTEX AEROSPACE LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Contract Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $44.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2017-05-31. End: 2018-05-31.
What is the projected sustainment cost per flight hour for the TH-57 fleet under this contract?
The provided data does not explicitly state the projected sustainment cost per flight hour. This metric is crucial for understanding the long-term operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the TH-57 fleet. Obtaining this information would require access to detailed performance metrics and financial reports associated with the contract.
Are there any performance metrics or Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) tied to this contract to ensure service quality and reliability?
The data does not specify performance metrics or KPIs for this contract. Effective oversight typically includes measurable standards for delivery timeliness, material availability, and service quality. Without these, assessing the contractor's performance and ensuring optimal value for taxpayer funds becomes more challenging.
How does the awarded amount compare to historical spending on TH-57 logistics support over the contract's duration?
The awarded amount of $44.3M covers the period from May 31, 2017, to May 31, 2018 (365 days). To compare historical spending, one would need data on previous contract values for TH-57 CLS for equivalent periods. This single year's award provides a snapshot, but trend analysis requires multi-year historical data.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Transportation and Warehousing › Support Activities for Air Transportation › Other Support Activities for Air Transportation
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD EQUIPMENT › MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: N0001910R0097
Pricing Type: COST NO FEE (S)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Vertex Aerospace Services Corp.
Address: 555 INDUSTRIAL DR S, MADISON, MS, 39110
Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $44,308,504
Exercised Options: $44,308,504
Current Obligation: $44,308,504
Actual Outlays: $-630,295
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 43
Total Subaward Amount: $9,221,666
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: N0001913D0007
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2017-05-31
Current End Date: 2018-05-31
Potential End Date: 2018-05-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2023-01-27
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