DoD's $32M Technical Support Contract Awarded to General Dynamics Mission Systems
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $32,086,264 ($32.1M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2006-09-21
End Date: 2009-08-31
Contract Duration: 1,075 days
Daily Burn Rate: $29.8K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Place of Performance
Location: TAUNTON, BRISTOL County, MASSACHUSETTS, 02780
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $32.1 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC. for work described as: TECHNICAL SUPPORT Key points: 1. Contract awarded for technical support services. 2. General Dynamics Mission Systems is the sole awardee. 3. The contract was not competed, raising potential value concerns. 4. Spending falls within the Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value of $32,008,626.52 over approximately three years needs comparison to similar technical support contracts. Without competitive bidding, it's difficult to ascertain if this price represents fair market value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This contract was awarded sole-source, meaning it was not competed. This limits price discovery and may lead to higher costs for taxpayers compared to a competitive procurement.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition for this $32M contract means taxpayers may not have received the best possible price for these technical support services.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may be overpaying due to the lack of competition. The long duration of the contract (over 3 years) could lock in potentially inflated prices. Limited transparency into the justification for a sole-source award.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award
- Lack of competition
- Potential for overpayment
Positive Signals
- Award to established contractor
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing sector. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on technological advancements and defense needs. Benchmarks are difficult without specific service details.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication that small businesses were involved in this sole-source award, suggesting a missed opportunity for small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants scrutiny to ensure the justification was sound and that proper oversight was in place to validate the pricing and necessity of the services.
Related Government Programs
- Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award lacks competition
- Potential for inflated pricing
- Limited transparency on justification
- No small business participation indicated
Tags
radio-and-television-broadcasting-and-wi, department-of-defense, ma, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $32.1 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC.. TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, 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 $32.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-09-21. End: 2009-08-31.
What was the specific justification for awarding this technical support contract on a sole-source basis?
The provided data does not include the justification for the sole-source award. Typically, sole-source contracts are justified when only one responsible source can provide the required supplies or services, or in cases of urgent need. Further investigation into the contract file would be required to determine the specific rationale.
How does the per-unit cost of this technical support compare to industry benchmarks, given it was not competed?
A direct per-unit cost comparison is not possible without knowing the specific units of service provided and their associated costs. The lack of competition prevents a reliable benchmark assessment against similar contracts. The total contract value of $32M over 1075 days suggests an average daily cost of approximately $29,848, but this is a broad average.
What is the potential risk to the government if the awarded contractor fails to deliver effective technical support under this sole-source agreement?
The primary risk is the government's limited recourse without competitive options. If General Dynamics fails to deliver effective support, the government would face challenges in finding a replacement quickly, potentially leading to service disruptions and the need for another sole-source negotiation, possibly at a higher cost.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Communications Equipment Manufacturing › Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: COMM/DETECT/COHERENT RADIATION
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
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: 400 JOHN QUINCY ADAMS RD, TAUNTON, MA, 02780
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-09-21
Current End Date: 2009-08-31
Potential End Date: 2009-08-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2016-05-10
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