Dod's $85.6M Mrap Services Contract Awarded to Mantech Advanced Systems International, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $85,572,536 ($85.6M)
Contractor: Mantech Advanced Systems International, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2009-08-27
End Date: 2011-01-31
Contract Duration: 522 days
Daily Burn Rate: $163.9K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Defense
Official Description: MRAP SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: FAIRFAX, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22033, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $85.6 million to MANTECH ADVANCED SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC. for work described as: MRAP SERVICES Key points: 1. Significant contract value of $85.6 million for MRAP services. 2. Sole-source award to MANTECH ADVANCED SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC. raises questions about competition. 3. Contract duration of 522 days suggests a substantial, ongoing need. 4. Engineering Services (NAICS 541330) is a critical sector for defense operations.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract's total value is $85.6 million. Without comparable contracts or detailed cost breakdowns, assessing its value relative to similar services is difficult. The 'TIME AND MATERIALS' pricing structure can sometimes lead to higher costs if not closely managed.
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 potentially leads to higher costs for taxpayers compared to a competitive bidding process.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition for an $85.6 million contract suggests potential overspending and reduced value for taxpayer funds.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may have paid a premium due to the absence of competitive bidding. The reliance on a single vendor for critical MRAP services could pose a supply chain risk. Lack of transparency in the sole-source award process hinders public scrutiny.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award
- Time and Materials pricing
- Lack of competition
Positive Signals
- Awarded to a specific company for a defined service
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Engineering Services, a vital sector for the Department of Defense, particularly for specialized vehicles like MRAPs. Spending in this area is often high due to the complexity and critical nature of defense equipment.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to MANTECH ADVANCED SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC., and there is no indication of small business participation. Further investigation would be needed to determine if small businesses were subcontracted.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants scrutiny from oversight bodies to ensure the price was fair and reasonable and that competition was not improperly avoided.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition.
- Time and Materials pricing can lead to cost overruns.
- Lack of transparency in award justification.
- Potential for reduced value for taxpayer funds.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, va, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $85.6 million to MANTECH ADVANCED SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC.. MRAP SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MANTECH ADVANCED SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, 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 $85.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-08-27. End: 2011-01-31.
What was the justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis?
The justification for a sole-source award typically involves unique capabilities, urgent needs, or a lack of available sources. Without specific documentation, it's impossible to confirm the precise reason. However, such awards require rigorous justification to ensure they are in the government's best interest and that competition was not feasible or advantageous.
What is the estimated cost per unit or service provided under this Time and Materials contract?
The provided data does not include a specific per-unit cost. Time and Materials contracts bill for direct labor hours at specified hourly rates and for the actual cost of materials. Without the specific rates and material costs incurred, a precise per-unit cost cannot be determined, making direct comparison difficult.
How effectively was the 'TIME AND MATERIALS' pricing structure managed to control costs?
Effective management of 'TIME AND MATERIALS' contracts relies heavily on robust oversight, clear task orders, and diligent tracking of labor hours and material expenses. Without access to performance reports, audit findings, or detailed expenditure data, it's challenging to assess how well costs were controlled. This pricing model carries inherent risks of cost overruns if not meticulously managed.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: W56HZV09R0159
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Mantech International Corporation (UEI: 053518312)
Address: 12015 LEE JACKSON MEMORIAL HWY, FAIRFAX, VA, 22033
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $85,572,536
Exercised Options: $85,572,536
Current Obligation: $85,572,536
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-08-27
Current End Date: 2011-01-31
Potential End Date: 2011-01-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2015-11-19
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