DoD awards $44M to Oshkosh Defense for Engineering Services, including program management and field support
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $44,005,532 ($44.0M)
Contractor: Oshkosh Defense LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2013-08-01
End Date: 2018-07-31
Contract Duration: 1,825 days
Daily Burn Rate: $24.1K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: SERVICES TO INCLUDE PROG MGMT, ENG SERVICES, FIELD SUPPORT REPS (CONUS AND OCONUS). ALSO INCLUDES MATERIAL AND TRAVEL, AS NEEDED.
Place of Performance
Location: OSHKOSH, WINNEBAGO County, WISCONSIN, 54903
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $44.0 million to OSHKOSH DEFENSE LLC for work described as: SERVICES TO INCLUDE PROG MGMT, ENG SERVICES, FIELD SUPPORT REPS (CONUS AND OCONUS). ALSO INCLUDES MATERIAL AND TRAVEL, AS NEEDED. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single, large business vendor. 2. Services include program management, engineering, and field support. 3. Significant portion of contract value allocated to materials and travel. 4. Contract duration spans five years, indicating long-term support needs.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The awarded amount of $44M over five years needs further benchmarking against similar engineering support contracts.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This contract was not competed, raising concerns about price discovery and potential lack of competitive pricing. A sole-source award limits opportunities for other qualified vendors to offer their services.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition may result in taxpayers paying a premium for these essential engineering and support services.
Public Impact
Ensures continued program management and engineering support for critical defense systems. Provides essential field support for personnel both within the US and overseas. Includes necessary materials and travel, indicating comprehensive service delivery. Supports the operational readiness of military equipment through ongoing technical assistance.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition and potentially increases costs.
- Cost-plus contract type carries inherent risk of cost overruns.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics makes oversight challenging.
Positive Signals
- Provides critical engineering and support services to the Department of Defense.
- Long-term contract ensures continuity of essential operations.
- Includes both CONUS and OCONUS support, demonstrating broad reach.
Sector Analysis
Engineering services are crucial for the defense sector, supporting complex weapon systems and military operations. Spending benchmarks for similar contracts are often proprietary, but significant awards like this warrant scrutiny for cost-effectiveness.
Small Business Impact
This contract was awarded to Oshkosh Defense LLC, a large business. There is no indication of small business participation or subcontracting in the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award necessitates robust oversight to ensure fair pricing and effective service delivery. Accountability for cost management under the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure is paramount.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of competition
- Cost-plus contract type
- Potential for cost overruns
- Limited transparency in pricing
- No small business participation identified
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, wi, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $44.0 million to OSHKOSH DEFENSE LLC. SERVICES TO INCLUDE PROG MGMT, ENG SERVICES, FIELD SUPPORT REPS (CONUS AND OCONUS). ALSO INCLUDES MATERIAL AND TRAVEL, AS NEEDED.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is OSHKOSH DEFENSE LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $44.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2013-08-01. End: 2018-07-31.
What specific engineering services are included under this contract, and how do they align with current defense needs?
The contract covers program management, engineering services, and field support representatives (CONUS and OCONUS), along with materials and travel. These services are likely tied to specific defense platforms or programs requiring ongoing technical expertise, maintenance planning, and operational support to ensure readiness and effectiveness.
What is 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 is not provided. Typically, such awards are made when only one responsible source can provide the required supplies or services. Steps to ensure fair and reasonable pricing would normally involve detailed cost analysis, market research, and negotiation, but the absence of competition makes this process less transparent.
How will the effectiveness of the engineering and field support services be measured and ensured throughout the contract's duration?
Effectiveness measurement would typically involve performance metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), and regular reviews outlined in the contract. For a sole-source, cost-plus contract, close monitoring of deliverables, adherence to schedules, and quality of service by the contracting officer's representative is crucial to ensure value for money.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: W56HZV12R0088
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Oshkosh Corp
Address: 2307 OREGON ST, OSHKOSH, WI, 54903
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $44,005,532
Exercised Options: $44,005,532
Current Obligation: $44,005,532
Actual Outlays: $-661
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Timeline
Start Date: 2013-08-01
Current End Date: 2018-07-31
Potential End Date: 2018-07-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-04-21
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