DoD Awards $26.3M for Afghan Air Force Aircraft Maintenance Training via ETSC Contract
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $26,271,299 ($26.3M)
Contractor: Raytheon Company
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2019-09-09
End Date: 2022-01-13
Contract Duration: 857 days
Daily Burn Rate: $30.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: FOREIGN MILITARY SALES AFGHAN AIR FORCE AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE DEVELOPMENT CENTER TASK ORDER COMPETED UNDER THE MULTIPLE AWARD ENTERPRISE TRAINING SERVICES CONTRACT (ETSC)
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $26.3 million to RAYTHEON COMPANY for work described as: FOREIGN MILITARY SALES AFGHAN AIR FORCE AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE DEVELOPMENT CENTER TASK ORDER COMPETED UNDER THE MULTIPLE AWARD ENTERPRISE TRAINING SERVICES CONTRACT (ETSC) Key points: 1. Significant investment in critical foreign military support. 2. Competition was conducted under an existing Enterprise Training Services Contract (ETSC). 3. Risk associated with long-term sustainment of foreign military assets. 4. Services fall under Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $26.3M for a 2.8-year period appears reasonable for specialized aircraft maintenance training. Benchmarking against similar complex training contracts is difficult without more specific data on training hours and scope.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was competed under the ETSC, indicating a full and open competition among pre-qualified vendors. This method likely achieved competitive pricing, though the specific price discovery mechanisms within ETSC are not detailed.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are supporting foreign military capabilities, with the direct impact on domestic services being indirect through the ETSC contract vehicle.
Public Impact
Supports the operational readiness of the Afghan Air Force. Contributes to U.S. foreign policy objectives in Afghanistan. Ensures continued functionality of previously supplied U.S. military aircraft.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Geopolitical instability in Afghanistan impacting program effectiveness.
- Long-term sustainability of training and maintenance support.
- Potential for scope creep or cost overruns in complex training environments.
Positive Signals
- Leverages an existing contract vehicle (ETSC) for efficiency.
- Clear task order structure for defined training requirements.
- Firm Fixed Price contract type provides cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services sector, specifically related to specialized training. Spending in this area often supports complex government needs, including defense and international relations.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved in this specific task order, as it was competed under a larger enterprise contract. Analysis of ETSC's overall small business utilization would be needed.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically be managed by the Department of the Army, ensuring Raytheon Company meets the training and maintenance requirements for the Afghan Air Force. Accountability is tied to contract performance metrics.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Geopolitical instability in Afghanistan.
- Long-term sustainability of training.
- Dependence on foreign military partner's capacity.
- Potential for obsolescence of training.
- Limited visibility into specific training outcomes.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-defense, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $26.3 million to RAYTHEON COMPANY. FOREIGN MILITARY SALES AFGHAN AIR FORCE AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE DEVELOPMENT CENTER TASK ORDER COMPETED UNDER THE MULTIPLE AWARD ENTERPRISE TRAINING SERVICES CONTRACT (ETSC)
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is RAYTHEON COMPANY.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $26.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2019-09-09. End: 2022-01-13.
What is the specific breakdown of training hours and maintenance support provided under this task order, and how does it compare to industry standards for similar aircraft types?
The provided data lacks specifics on the exact training modules, hours, and maintenance tasks covered. A detailed breakdown is crucial for a robust value assessment. Comparing this to industry standards for similar aircraft, like Mi-17 or Black Hawk helicopters, would require access to proprietary training curricula and maintenance logs, which are not publicly available.
What are the long-term risks associated with providing maintenance training for aircraft in a volatile geopolitical region like Afghanistan, and what mitigation strategies are in place?
Long-term risks include the potential for the training to become obsolete due to changing aircraft configurations, the inability to sustain the training program due to regional instability, and the eventual handover of responsibilities. Mitigation strategies might involve phased training, knowledge transfer plans, and contingency planning for security disruptions, though these are not detailed in the provided data.
How effectively does the Enterprise Training Services Contract (ETSC) vehicle facilitate competitive pricing and efficient delivery of specialized services like aircraft maintenance training?
The ETSC vehicle, by design, aims to streamline procurement and foster competition among pre-qualified vendors. Its effectiveness in achieving competitive pricing for specialized services like this depends on the number and capability of bidders responding to task orders and the specific pricing structures negotiated within the master contract. The full and open competition for this task order suggests a degree of price discovery.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: EDUCATION AND TRAINING › EDUCATION AND TRAINING SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: W900KK17R0026
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Rockwell Collins Australia PTY Limited
Address: 12792 RESEARCH PKWY, ORLANDO, FL, 32826
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: $34,519,587
Exercised Options: $26,271,299
Current Obligation: $26,271,299
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W900KK18D0027
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2019-09-09
Current End Date: 2022-01-13
Potential End Date: 2023-01-13 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-03-06
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