DoD's $150M Saturn Arch Effort Contract Awarded to Leidos, Inc. for Technical Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $149,942,681 ($149.9M)
Contractor: Leidos, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2013-09-17
End Date: 2016-04-07
Contract Duration: 933 days
Daily Burn Rate: $160.7K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::CT::IGF LETTER CONTRACT FOR THE DELIVERY OF THE SUPPLIES AND THE PERFORMANCE OF THE SERVICES FOR THE SATURN ARCH EFFORT.
Place of Performance
Location: RESTON, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 20190
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $149.9 million to LEIDOS, INC. for work described as: IGF::CT::IGF LETTER CONTRACT FOR THE DELIVERY OF THE SUPPLIES AND THE PERFORMANCE OF THE SERVICES FOR THE SATURN ARCH EFFORT. Key points: 1. Leidos, Inc. secured a significant contract for the Saturn Arch Effort, highlighting their role in complex technical services. 2. The contract was not competed, raising questions about potential price discovery and value for taxpayer dollars. 3. The 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' sector is broad, making direct benchmarking challenging. 4. The firm fixed-price contract type aims to control costs, but the lack of competition limits price pressure.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value of $150M is substantial. Without competitive bidding, it's difficult to assess if this price is optimal compared to similar large-scale technical service contracts.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract was awarded on a sole-source basis ('NOT COMPETED'). This limits price discovery and may result in higher costs for the government compared to a fully competed procurement.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition for a $150M contract could mean taxpayers are not receiving the best possible value, as market forces were not leveraged to drive down costs.
Public Impact
Significant taxpayer investment in the Saturn Arch Effort, a project with potentially critical defense implications. The sole-source award to Leidos, Inc. concentrates a large contract value within a single provider. Lack of transparency in the procurement process due to sole-source award may limit public understanding of the project's necessity and cost-effectiveness.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award
- Lack of competition
- High contract value
Positive Signals
- Firm fixed-price contract type
- Long-term engagement (933 days)
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services,' a broad category. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on the specific nature of the services, but large sole-source awards warrant scrutiny.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to a small business, as indicated by 'sb': false. There is no information provided on subcontracting opportunities for small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award suggests a potential gap in competitive oversight. Further review would be needed to understand the justification for not competing the contract and ensure accountability.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of competition may lead to inflated costs.
- Sole-source award reduces transparency and accountability.
- Potential for missed opportunities to engage small businesses.
- Broad service category makes specific risk assessment difficult without further detail.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-defense, va, definitive-contract, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $149.9 million to LEIDOS, INC.. IGF::CT::IGF LETTER CONTRACT FOR THE DELIVERY OF THE SUPPLIES AND THE PERFORMANCE OF THE SERVICES FOR THE SATURN ARCH EFFORT.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LEIDOS, 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 $149.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2013-09-17. End: 2016-04-07.
What was the specific justification for awarding this $150M contract on a sole-source basis, and were alternative competitive strategies considered?
The justification for a sole-source award typically involves unique capabilities, urgent needs, or lack of available sources. For a contract of this magnitude, a thorough review of the justification is crucial to ensure it aligns with federal procurement regulations and that all reasonable efforts were made to foster competition, thereby maximizing value for taxpayers.
How does the performance and cost of this contract compare to similar technical services contracts awarded competitively?
Without competitive benchmarks, it is challenging to assess the value for money. A post-award analysis comparing Leidos's performance and cost against industry standards for similar services, even if procured differently, would be necessary to evaluate effectiveness and identify potential areas for cost savings in future procurements.
What are the specific deliverables and expected outcomes of the Saturn Arch Effort, and how will their achievement be measured?
Understanding the specific objectives and performance metrics of the Saturn Arch Effort is vital for assessing the contract's effectiveness. Clear, measurable outcomes and robust monitoring mechanisms are essential to ensure that the $150M investment yields the intended results and contributes to the Department of Defense's mission.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS, NOT R&D › SPECIAL STUDIES - NOT R and D
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: W58RGZ13R0037
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Leidos Holdings, Inc. (UEI: 611641312)
Address: 11951 FREEDOM DR, RESTON, VA, 20190
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $149,942,681
Exercised Options: $149,942,681
Current Obligation: $149,942,681
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 44
Total Subaward Amount: $158,100,254
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Timeline
Start Date: 2013-09-17
Current End Date: 2016-04-07
Potential End Date: 2016-04-07 12:04:00
Last Modified: 2016-10-11
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