DoD awards $49.5M for 871 Reactive Side Skirts and 435 Installation Kits to General Dynamics-OTS, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $49,484,790 ($49.5M)
Contractor: General Dynamics-Ots, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2010-07-08
End Date: 2012-09-30
Contract Duration: 815 days
Daily Burn Rate: $60.7K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: 871 REACTIVE SIDE SKIRTS PALLET UNITS & 435 INSTALLATION KITS
Place of Performance
Location: BURLINGTON, CHITTENDEN County, VERMONT, 05401
State: Vermont Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $49.5 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS-OTS, INC. for work described as: 871 REACTIVE SIDE SKIRTS PALLET UNITS & 435 INSTALLATION KITS Key points: 1. Significant award for specialized vehicle protection components. 2. Sole-source award raises questions about price discovery and competition. 3. Contract duration of 815 days suggests a substantial, ongoing need. 4. Focus on ordnance and accessories manufacturing aligns with defense sector needs.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The award amount of $49.5M for 871 units and 435 kits results in a per-unit cost of approximately $56,755. Benchmarking against similar complex vehicle protection systems is difficult without more specific data, but this appears to be within a reasonable range for specialized military hardware.
Cost Per Unit: $56,755
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs for taxpayers compared to a competitive process. The rationale for sole-source is not provided.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition may result in a higher cost to taxpayers than if the contract had been awarded through a competitive bidding process.
Public Impact
Enhances survivability of military vehicles on the battlefield. Supports the operational readiness of Army ground forces. Procurement of specialized defense equipment.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- Potential for overpricing due to sole-source award
Positive Signals
- Addresses critical defense need
- Award to established defense contractor
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the defense sector, specifically related to ordnance and accessories manufacturing. Spending in this area is driven by military modernization and operational requirements. Benchmarks for similar specialized vehicle protection systems are highly variable.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication that small businesses were involved in this specific contract award, as it was a sole-source procurement from a large defense contractor.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants further oversight to ensure fair pricing and justification for the lack of competition. Accountability for the procurement decision rests with the Department of the Army contracting officials.
Related Government Programs
- Other Ordnance and Accessories Manufacturing
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of competitive bidding
- Potential for inflated costs
- Limited transparency on justification
- No clear small business participation
Tags
other-ordnance-and-accessories-manufactu, department-of-defense, vt, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $49.5 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS-OTS, INC.. 871 REACTIVE SIDE SKIRTS PALLET UNITS & 435 INSTALLATION KITS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GENERAL DYNAMICS-OTS, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $49.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2010-07-08. End: 2012-09-30.
What was the justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis, and what steps were taken to ensure fair and reasonable pricing?
The justification for a sole-source award typically involves factors like unique capabilities, urgent needs, or lack of other responsible sources. Without specific documentation, it's impossible to confirm the exact reason. To ensure fair pricing, the government often relies on cost analysis, historical pricing data, or independent government cost estimates, even in sole-source situations.
How does the performance of these reactive side skirts compare to previous or alternative protection systems in terms of effectiveness and cost-efficiency?
Assessing the comparative effectiveness and cost-efficiency requires access to technical performance data, field reports, and lifecycle cost analyses. Information on how these specific skirts perform against various threats, compared to other available technologies or previous iterations, is crucial for a comprehensive evaluation of their value.
What is the long-term strategy for procuring vehicle protection systems, and does this sole-source award align with that strategy?
Understanding the long-term strategy is key to evaluating this award's impact. If the strategy prioritizes competitive development and procurement of advanced protection, a sole-source award might be an exception due to specific circumstances. Conversely, if it focuses on leveraging a specific contractor's unique expertise, it could be a planned component.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing › Other Ordnance and Accessories Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: W15QKN09R0609
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: General Dynamics Corp (UEI: 001381284)
Address: 128 LAKESIDE AVE, BURLINGTON, VT, 00
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: $49,484,790
Exercised Options: $49,484,790
Current Obligation: $49,484,790
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Timeline
Start Date: 2010-07-08
Current End Date: 2012-09-30
Potential End Date: 2012-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2014-09-25
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