DoD Awards $32.2M Fixed-Wing Pilot Services Task Order to CACI Under RS3 IDIQ
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $32,240,338 ($32.2M)
Contractor: CACI, Inc. - Federal
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2019-06-01
End Date: 2022-07-31
Contract Duration: 1,156 days
Daily Burn Rate: $27.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: R&D
Official Description: TASK ORDER FOR FIXED WING PILOT SERVICES UNDER BASIC IDIQ CONTRACT AWARDED UNDER ACC-APG RS3 MULTIPLE AWARD IDIQ SUITE. RESPONSIVE STRATEGIC SOURCING FOR SERVICES (RS3) REFERENCE RS3-18-0035.
Place of Performance
Location: CHANTILLY, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 20151
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $32.2 million to CACI, INC. - FEDERAL for work described as: TASK ORDER FOR FIXED WING PILOT SERVICES UNDER BASIC IDIQ CONTRACT AWARDED UNDER ACC-APG RS3 MULTIPLE AWARD IDIQ SUITE. RESPONSIVE STRATEGIC SOURCING FOR SERVICES (RS3) REFERENCE RS3-18-0035. Key points: 1. Spending focuses on R&D for physical, engineering, and life sciences. 2. CACI, Inc. - Federal secured the contract. 3. Awarded under the RS3 multiple-award IDIQ, indicating a structured procurement. 4. Task order duration spans over three years, suggesting a sustained need.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The $32.2 million task order value appears reasonable for specialized fixed-wing pilot services within a research and development context. Benchmarking against similar specialized aviation support contracts would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition via the RS3 IDIQ, suggesting a competitive process. This method generally promotes price discovery and ensures fair market value.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of a competitive IDIQ vehicle likely optimizes taxpayer dollars by fostering competition among qualified vendors.
Public Impact
Supports critical research and development activities requiring specialized aviation expertise. Ensures continuity of operations for projects dependent on fixed-wing pilot services. Leverages existing IDIQ contract vehicles for efficient procurement. Potential for follow-on work if project requirements extend beyond the current period of performance.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific PSC code makes detailed spending analysis challenging.
- Limited detail on the specific R&D applications of the pilot services.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under a competitive IDIQ (RS3).
- Firm Fixed Price contract type helps control costs.
- Long duration suggests a stable, ongoing requirement.
Sector Analysis
This task order falls under the Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences sector. Spending in this area is crucial for technological advancement, but requires careful oversight to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this award was not set aside for small businesses (sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses had a fair opportunity to compete or if subcontracting opportunities exist.
Oversight & Accountability
The use of the RS3 IDIQ suggests a level of pre-qualification and oversight. However, the specific oversight mechanisms for this task order, such as performance monitoring and quality assurance, are not detailed in the provided data.
Related Government Programs
- Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost creep if scope expands beyond initial R&D requirements.
- Dependency on a single contractor (CACI) for critical pilot services.
- Limited transparency on the specific R&D applications funded.
- Need for robust performance monitoring to ensure value for money.
Tags
research-and-development-in-the-physical, department-of-defense, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $32.2 million to CACI, INC. - FEDERAL. TASK ORDER FOR FIXED WING PILOT SERVICES UNDER BASIC IDIQ CONTRACT AWARDED UNDER ACC-APG RS3 MULTIPLE AWARD IDIQ SUITE. RESPONSIVE STRATEGIC SOURCING FOR SERVICES (RS3) REFERENCE RS3-18-0035.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CACI, INC. - FEDERAL.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $32.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2019-06-01. End: 2022-07-31.
What specific research and development activities necessitate fixed-wing pilot services, and how do these activities align with the Army's strategic objectives?
The provided data lacks specifics on the exact R&D applications. Fixed-wing pilot services in this context could support aerial data collection, sensor testing, atmospheric research, or specialized payload deployment. Understanding the precise nature of these activities is crucial to assess their alignment with the Army's strategic objectives and ensure the investment is directed towards high-priority research areas.
How does the cost of these pilot services compare to industry benchmarks for similar specialized aviation support in R&D environments?
Without specific details on the aircraft type, flight hours, mission complexity, and required certifications, a precise cost comparison is difficult. However, given the specialized nature and R&D context, costs are likely higher than standard commercial aviation. Benchmarking against contracts for similar government R&D aviation support or specialized commercial services would be necessary to validate the pricing's competitiveness.
What measures are in place to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the pilot services provided by CACI, Inc. - Federal under this task order?
Effectiveness and efficiency are typically managed through performance work statements, key performance indicators (KPIs), and regular progress reviews outlined in the task order. The Department of the Army would be responsible for monitoring CACI's adherence to these requirements, ensuring flight safety, mission accomplishment, and timely delivery of services. Contractor past performance data within the RS3 IDIQ framework also contributes to ongoing effectiveness assessment.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Scientific Research and Development Services › Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)
Product/Service Code: TRANSPORT, TRAVEL, RELOCATION › TRANSPORTATION OF THINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: CACI International Inc
Address: 14370 NEWBROOK DRIVE, CHANTILLY, VA, 20151
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $197,787,176
Exercised Options: $32,240,338
Current Obligation: $32,240,338
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 2
Total Subaward Amount: $381,743
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W15P7T17D0138
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2019-06-01
Current End Date: 2022-07-31
Potential End Date: 2022-07-31 12:07:00
Last Modified: 2023-05-10
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