DoD awards $80.5M to Lockheed Martin for MX-20 Lite Cameras and Starlite Sensors for Operation Enduring Freedom
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $80,477,367 ($80.5M)
Contractor: Lockheed Martin Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2011-02-25
End Date: 2011-12-24
Contract Duration: 302 days
Daily Burn Rate: $266.5K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROCURE MX-20 LITE CAMERAS, UPGRADED GROUND CONTROL STATIONS, AND STARLITE SENSORS FOR USE IN OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM.
Place of Performance
Location: AKRON, SUMMIT County, OHIO, 44306
State: Ohio Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $80.5 million to LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION for work described as: THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROCURE MX-20 LITE CAMERAS, UPGRADED GROUND CONTROL STATIONS, AND STARLITE SENSORS FOR USE IN OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Lockheed Martin Corporation for critical surveillance equipment. 2. The equipment is intended for use in Operation Enduring Freedom, highlighting a national security focus. 3. The contract was not competed, raising questions about potential price discovery. 4. The sector is Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing, a niche but vital area for defense.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value of $80.5 million for specialized camera and sensor systems is significant. Without competitive bidding, it's difficult to assess if this price represents fair market value compared to similar advanced surveillance technology procurements.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and may result in a higher cost to taxpayers than if multiple vendors had submitted bids.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition for this $80.5 million contract means taxpayers may have paid a premium for the equipment.
Public Impact
Supports ongoing military operations in Operation Enduring Freedom. Procurement of advanced surveillance technology for national security purposes. Potential for increased situational awareness for deployed forces.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- Sole-source award
- High contract value
Positive Signals
- Essential equipment for military operations
- Awarded to a major defense contractor
Sector Analysis
The 'Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing' sector encompasses specialized electronic equipment. Benchmarks for similar advanced sensor and camera systems are difficult to establish without competitive data, but this award represents a substantial investment in this niche.
Small Business Impact
This contract was awarded to Lockheed Martin Corporation, a large prime contractor. There is no indication that small businesses were involved as subcontractors or prime contractors in this specific award.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense. Oversight would typically involve program management and contract administration within the DoD to ensure delivery and performance.
Related Government Programs
- Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award lacks transparency.
- Potential for inflated pricing due to no competition.
- Limited public information on specific technical advantages.
- No clear indication of small business participation.
Tags
other-communications-equipment-manufactu, department-of-defense, oh, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $80.5 million to LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION. THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROCURE MX-20 LITE CAMERAS, UPGRADED GROUND CONTROL STATIONS, AND STARLITE SENSORS FOR USE IN OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $80.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-02-25. End: 2011-12-24.
What specific technical capabilities do the MX-20 Lite Cameras and Starlite Sensors offer that justify a sole-source award?
The specific technical capabilities justifying a sole-source award would likely involve unique technological advancements, proprietary designs, or critical interoperability requirements with existing systems that only Lockheed Martin could meet. Detailed documentation on these unique features and their necessity for Operation Enduring Freedom would be required to fully assess this justification.
What is the projected lifespan and maintenance cost of this equipment, and how does it compare to potentially competitive alternatives?
Information on the projected lifespan and maintenance costs for the MX-20 Lite Cameras and Starlite Sensors is not provided. Without this data, it's impossible to compare the total cost of ownership against alternative systems. A lack of competitive bidding makes it harder to ascertain if the maintenance agreements are also priced competitively.
How will the effectiveness of this equipment be measured in supporting Operation Enduring Freedom, and what are the key performance indicators?
The effectiveness of the MX-20 Lite Cameras and Starlite Sensors in supporting Operation Enduring Freedom would be measured by their contribution to enhanced intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities. Key performance indicators could include improved target identification rates, extended operational range, reduced mission times, and overall impact on mission success and force protection.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Communications Equipment Manufacturing › Other 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: Lockheed Martin Corp (UEI: 834951691)
Address: 1210 MASSILLIN RD, AKRON, OH, 13
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Federally Funded Research and Development Corp, Manufacturer of Goods, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $80,477,367
Exercised Options: $80,477,367
Current Obligation: $80,477,367
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-02-25
Current End Date: 2011-12-24
Potential End Date: 2011-12-24 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2014-06-23
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