DoD's $4.1M contract for PROPHET Enhanced tech advancements awarded to General Dynamics
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $4,110,303 ($4.1M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2025-01-31
End Date: 2026-03-08
Contract Duration: 401 days
Daily Burn Rate: $10.3K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROVIDE TECHNOLOGY ADVANCEMENTS THROUGH TECHNOLOGY INSERTIONS (TI) AND CAPABILITY ENHANCEMENTS, WHILE PROVIDING SUSTAINMENT AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR PROPHET ENHANCED.
Place of Performance
Location: SCOTTSDALE, MARICOPA County, ARIZONA, 85257
State: Arizona Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $4.1 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC. for work described as: THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROVIDE TECHNOLOGY ADVANCEMENTS THROUGH TECHNOLOGY INSERTIONS (TI) AND CAPABILITY ENHANCEMENTS, WHILE PROVIDING SUSTAINMENT AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR PROPHET ENHANCED. Key points: 1. Contract focuses on technology insertions and capability enhancements for PROPHET Enhanced. 2. General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. The contract is for sustainment and support services. 4. The primary sector appears to be defense technology and instrumentation.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The total award amount is $4.1M, but without specific unit costs or detailed breakdowns, a precise value assessment is difficult.
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 as there is no competitive pressure to drive down prices.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition for this sole-source contract may result in a higher cost to taxpayers than if the services were procured through a competitive process.
Public Impact
Enhances critical military technology for the Department of the Army. Ensures continued operational readiness and technological superiority for the PROPHET system. Supports advanced capabilities for measuring and testing electrical signals in defense applications.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition and price discovery.
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type carries inherent risk of cost overruns.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes effectiveness difficult to gauge.
Positive Signals
- Focus on technology advancements and capability enhancements.
- Provides essential sustainment and support services.
- Supports a critical defense system for the Army.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the defense sector, specifically focusing on electronic instrumentation and technology insertion for military systems. Spending benchmarks in this area are highly variable based on the specific technology and scale of enhancement.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication that small businesses are involved in this contract, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. The award is to a large defense contractor.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants close oversight to ensure fair pricing and effective service delivery. Robust performance monitoring by the Department of the Army is crucial.
Related Government Programs
- Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type
- Lack of competition
- Limited transparency on specific technological advancements
- Potential for cost overruns
Tags
instrument-manufacturing-for-measuring-a, department-of-defense, az, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $4.1 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC.. THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROVIDE TECHNOLOGY ADVANCEMENTS THROUGH TECHNOLOGY INSERTIONS (TI) AND CAPABILITY ENHANCEMENTS, WHILE PROVIDING SUSTAINMENT AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR PROPHET ENHANCED.
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 $4.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-01-31. End: 2026-03-08.
What specific technology advancements are being pursued, and what is the expected return on investment for these enhancements?
The contract aims for 'technology insertions (TI) and capability enhancements' for PROPHET Enhanced. However, the data does not specify the exact nature of these advancements or provide metrics to quantify the expected return on investment. Further details on the scope of work and anticipated benefits would be needed for a comprehensive value assessment.
What is the justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis, and how was the price determined to be fair and reasonable?
The justification for a sole-source award is not provided in the data. Typically, sole-source contracts are used when only one responsible source can provide the required supplies or services. The 'fair and reasonable' price determination process for sole-source contracts often involves detailed cost analysis and negotiation by the contracting agency.
How will the effectiveness of the sustainment and support services be measured to ensure optimal performance of the PROPHET Enhanced system?
The effectiveness of sustainment and support services will likely be measured through key performance indicators (KPIs) outlined in the contract's statement of work. These could include response times for support, system uptime, successful implementation of technology insertions, and user satisfaction. The Department of the Army's contract management team would be responsible for monitoring these metrics.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing › Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals
Product/Service Code: MODIFICATION OF EQUIPMENT › MODIFICATION OF EQUIPMENT
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: General Dynamics Corp
Address: 8201 E MCDOWELL ROAD, SCOTTSDALE, AZ, 85257
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: $4,110,303
Exercised Options: $4,110,303
Current Obligation: $4,110,303
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W56JSR23D0001
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-01-31
Current End Date: 2026-03-08
Potential End Date: 2026-03-08 12:03:00
Last Modified: 2026-01-07
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