DoD awards $19M for PROPHET Enhanced Systems services to General Dynamics Mission Systems
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $19,060,829 ($19.1M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2020-03-27
End Date: 2021-10-31
Contract Duration: 583 days
Daily Burn Rate: $32.7K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: TASK ORDER W56KGY20F0017 IS ISSUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT W56KGY-17-D-0006 FOR FY 20 SERVICES FOR THE PROPHET ENHANCED (PE) SYSTEMS.
Place of Performance
Location: SCOTTSDALE, MARICOPA County, ARIZONA, 85257
State: Arizona Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $19.1 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC. for work described as: TASK ORDER W56KGY20F0017 IS ISSUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT W56KGY-17-D-0006 FOR FY 20 SERVICES FOR THE PROPHET ENHANCED (PE) SYSTEMS. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. for FY20 services. 2. The task order is for PROPHET Enhanced (PE) Systems. 3. The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee. 4. This award was not competed. 5. The period of performance is from March 27, 2020, to October 31, 2021.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar service contracts for specialized systems is difficult without more detailed cost breakdowns.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This task order was not competed, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs for the government compared to a competitive process.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition may result in taxpayers paying more than necessary for these specialized system services.
Public Impact
Ensures continued support for critical PROPHET Enhanced Systems. Supports national defense capabilities. General Dynamics Mission Systems, a major defense contractor, benefits from this award. Potential for cost inefficiencies due to sole-source award.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type
Positive Signals
- Supports critical defense systems
- Award to established contractor
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the 'Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing' sector, specifically related to specialized defense systems. Spending in this niche area is often driven by unique technological requirements and national security needs, making direct comparisons to broader manufacturing benchmarks challenging.
Small Business Impact
The awardee, General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc., is a large business. There is no indication of subcontracting opportunities for small businesses in the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The task order is issued under an existing contract (W56KGY-17-D-0006), suggesting some level of prior oversight. However, the sole-source nature of this specific task order warrants close monitoring of costs and performance to ensure accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition.
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type carries inherent cost risk.
- Lack of detailed service description.
- No small business participation noted.
Tags
other-communications-equipment-manufactu, department-of-defense, az, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $19.1 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC.. TASK ORDER W56KGY20F0017 IS ISSUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT W56KGY-17-D-0006 FOR FY 20 SERVICES FOR THE PROPHET ENHANCED (PE) SYSTEMS.
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 (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $19.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2020-03-27. End: 2021-10-31.
What specific services are included under 'FY 20 Services for the PROPHET Enhanced (PE) Systems' and how do they align with the original contract's scope?
The provided data does not detail the specific services rendered under this task order. Understanding the scope requires reviewing the task order's statement of work. It is assumed these services are a continuation or expansion of capabilities outlined in the base contract W56KGY-17-D-0006, likely involving maintenance, upgrades, or operational support for the PE Systems.
What is the justification for awarding this task order on a sole-source basis rather than through competition?
The justification for a sole-source award is not provided in the data. Typically, sole-source awards are made when only one responsible source can provide the required supplies or services, or in cases of urgent and compelling need. A formal justification document would be required to understand the specific rationale.
How will the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure be managed to ensure cost efficiency and prevent overruns for these specialized systems?
Effective management of a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract requires rigorous oversight of incurred costs, contractor performance, and adherence to the fixed fee. The Army contracting officer must implement robust auditing and reporting mechanisms to track expenses, validate their necessity, and ensure the contractor remains within the agreed-upon fee structure.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Communications Equipment Manufacturing › Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT › C – National Defense R&D Services
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Wico Limited
Address: 8201 E MCDOWELL ROAD, SCOTTSDALE, AZ, 85257
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $19,060,829
Exercised Options: $19,060,829
Current Obligation: $19,060,829
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 15
Total Subaward Amount: $883,325
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W56KGY17D0006
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2020-03-27
Current End Date: 2021-10-31
Potential End Date: 2021-10-31 12:10:00
Last Modified: 2025-07-11
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