Army awards $24.9M to Rockwell Collins for 357 MAPS Gen II LRUs for USMC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $24,932,491 ($24.9M)
Contractor: Rockwell Collins, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2023-08-16
End Date: 2025-07-25
Contract Duration: 709 days
Daily Burn Rate: $35.2K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: THIS DELIVERY ORDER PROCURES 357 TOTAL MAPS GEN II LRUS FOR US ARMY PROGRAM MANAGER POSITIONING NAVIGATION AND TIMING ON BEHALF OF THE US MARINE CORPS - PROGRAM MANAGER SYSTEM COMMUNICATIONS COMMAND.
Place of Performance
Location: CEDAR RAPIDS, LINN County, IOWA, 52498
State: Iowa Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $24.9 million to ROCKWELL COLLINS, INC. for work described as: THIS DELIVERY ORDER PROCURES 357 TOTAL MAPS GEN II LRUS FOR US ARMY PROGRAM MANAGER POSITIONING NAVIGATION AND TIMING ON BEHALF OF THE US MARINE CORPS - PROGRAM MANAGER SYSTEM COMMUNICATIONS COMMAND. Key points: 1. Procurement of 357 MAPS Gen II LRUs for Army and Marine Corps. 2. Contract awarded to Rockwell Collins, Inc. 3. Delivery Order under an existing contract. 4. Firm Fixed Price contract type. 5. NAICS code 334511 covers navigation system manufacturing.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The total award is $24,932,490.87. Without a breakdown of per-unit cost or comparison to similar contracts, assessing value is difficult. The firm fixed price contract type offers some cost certainty.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was not available for competition, indicating a limited competition or sole-source award. This limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs for taxpayers.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition may result in a higher cost to taxpayers than if the contract had been competitively bid.
Public Impact
Supports US Army and US Marine Corps positioning, navigation, and timing capabilities. Ensures operational readiness for critical military functions. Procurement of advanced navigation systems (MAPS Gen II LRUs).
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition
- Lack of transparency on per-unit cost
Positive Signals
- Firm Fixed Price contract
- Supports critical military functions
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Defense sector, specifically related to navigation systems. Spending benchmarks for similar systems are not readily available, but large procurements for military hardware are common.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate any specific provisions or considerations for small businesses in this delivery order. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were involved as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
As a delivery order, it likely falls under a larger IDIQ contract with existing oversight mechanisms. However, the limited competition aspect warrants scrutiny to ensure fair pricing and value.
Related Government Programs
- Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition
- Potential for overpricing
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown
- No indication of small business participation
Tags
search-detection-navigation-guidance-aer, department-of-defense, ia, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $24.9 million to ROCKWELL COLLINS, INC.. THIS DELIVERY ORDER PROCURES 357 TOTAL MAPS GEN II LRUS FOR US ARMY PROGRAM MANAGER POSITIONING NAVIGATION AND TIMING ON BEHALF OF THE US MARINE CORPS - PROGRAM MANAGER SYSTEM COMMUNICATIONS COMMAND.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ROCKWELL COLLINS, 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 $24.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-08-16. End: 2025-07-25.
What is the specific per-unit cost for the MAPS Gen II LRUs?
The provided data does not specify the per-unit cost for the 357 MAPS Gen II LRUs. The total award is $24,932,490.87. To calculate a rough per-unit cost, one would divide the total award by the number of units, yielding approximately $70,000 per unit. However, this does not account for any potential variations in unit types or associated services.
What are the risks associated with a limited competition award for critical navigation systems?
Limited competition increases the risk of inflated pricing due to a lack of market pressure. It can also lead to reduced innovation and potentially lower quality if the sole provider faces no competitive threat. Furthermore, it raises concerns about whether the government is receiving the best possible value for taxpayer dollars.
How effective is the MAPS Gen II system in meeting the Army and Marine Corps' PNT requirements?
The effectiveness of the MAPS Gen II system is implied by its procurement for critical Army and Marine Corps programs. However, without specific performance metrics, user feedback, or independent testing results, a definitive assessment of its effectiveness is not possible from this data alone. The continued procurement suggests it meets essential operational needs.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing › Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: COMM/DETECT/COHERENT RADIATION
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Rockwell Collins Australia PTY Limited
Address: 400 COLLINS RD NE, CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, 52498
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Manufacturer of Goods, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $24,932,491
Exercised Options: $24,932,491
Current Obligation: $24,932,491
Actual Outlays: $2,444,991
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 6
Total Subaward Amount: $6,299,155
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W56KGY22D0004
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-08-16
Current End Date: 2025-07-25
Potential End Date: 2025-07-25 12:07:00
Last Modified: 2025-03-05
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