DoD's $89.5M FFP COC Field-Level Sustainment Contract Awarded to General Dynamics
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $89,541,230 ($89.5M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2009-07-01
End Date: 2014-06-30
Contract Duration: 1,825 days
Daily Burn Rate: $49.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: FFP COC FIELD-LEVEL SUSTAINMENT
Place of Performance
Location: FAIRFAX, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22030
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $89.5 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC. for work described as: FFP COC FIELD-LEVEL SUSTAINMENT Key points: 1. Contract value of $89.5M over 5 years. 2. Awarded via Full and Open Competition. 3. Potential risk in long-term sustainment costs. 4. IT services sector, specifically Wired Telecommunications Carriers.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract's firm-fixed-price structure provides cost certainty. Benchmarking against similar sustainment contracts for complex IT systems is recommended to ensure optimal value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process that likely drove favorable pricing. The use of a Delivery Order under an existing contract indicates a structured procurement approach.
Taxpayer Impact: Competition generally leads to better pricing for taxpayers. The firm-fixed-price nature further protects against cost overruns.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operational readiness for critical Navy systems. Supports technological infrastructure for military communications. Impacts personnel relying on these telecommunication services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Long-term sustainment costs
- Vendor lock-in potential
Positive Signals
- Competitive award
- Firm-fixed-price structure
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically wired telecommunications. Spending in this area is crucial for maintaining modern defense infrastructure, with benchmarks varying widely based on system complexity and service level agreements.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses (sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities were provided to small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
Awarded via Delivery Order under a larger contract, suggesting existing oversight mechanisms. The firm-fixed-price nature provides a degree of financial accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Wired Telecommunications Carriers
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Navy Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost creep if scope expands beyond initial definition.
- Dependence on a single vendor for critical infrastructure.
- Need for ongoing monitoring of performance metrics.
- Ensuring adequate cybersecurity measures are maintained.
Tags
wired-telecommunications-carriers, department-of-defense, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $89.5 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC.. FFP COC FIELD-LEVEL SUSTAINMENT
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 (Department of the Navy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $89.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-07-01. End: 2014-06-30.
What is the specific scope of 'Field-Level Sustainment' for these telecommunication systems?
Field-level sustainment typically encompasses maintenance, repair, and operational support for telecommunications equipment and infrastructure directly deployed in operational environments. This can include hardware upkeep, software patching, troubleshooting, and ensuring network availability and performance at remote or deployed locations, critical for mission success.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the effectiveness of this sustainment contract?
Key performance indicators likely include network uptime/availability, mean time to repair (MTTR), response times for service requests, and adherence to service level agreements (SLAs). Performance metrics related to cybersecurity and data integrity would also be critical for ensuring the security and reliability of the telecommunications.
How does the $89.5M cost compare to industry benchmarks for similar 5-year sustainment contracts in the DoD?
Benchmarking this $89.5M contract requires detailed comparison against similar 5-year sustainment contracts for DoD wired telecommunications systems, considering factors like system complexity, geographic distribution, and required service levels. Without specific comparable data, a definitive assessment is difficult, but the competitive award suggests a reasonable price point.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Information › Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite) › Wired Telecommunications Carriers
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: General Dynamics Corp (UEI: 001381284)
Address: 3211 JERMANTOWN RD, FAIRFAX, VA, 22030
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $99,775,627
Exercised Options: $99,775,627
Current Obligation: $89,541,230
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W91QUZ06D0012
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-07-01
Current End Date: 2014-06-30
Potential End Date: 2014-06-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2019-09-10
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