DoD Awards $23M for Cyber Range Facility Event Planning and Operations
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $22,980,765 ($23.0M)
Contractor: Scientific Research Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2023-01-30
End Date: 2026-01-29
Contract Duration: 1,095 days
Daily Burn Rate: $21.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: IT
Official Description: TASK ORDER PROVIDING SERVICES FOR EVENT PLANNING, OPERATIONS, AND SUPPORT OF THE NATIONAL CYBER RANGE COMPLEX FACILITY ORLANDO SITE.
Place of Performance
Location: ORLANDO, ORANGE County, FLORIDA, 32825
State: Florida Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $23.0 million to SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH CORPORATION for work described as: TASK ORDER PROVIDING SERVICES FOR EVENT PLANNING, OPERATIONS, AND SUPPORT OF THE NATIONAL CYBER RANGE COMPLEX FACILITY ORLANDO SITE. Key points: 1. Significant contract value for specialized event planning and facility support. 2. Competition was full and open, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. Risk appears moderate given the fixed-fee structure and defined scope. 4. Sector is IT services, specifically related to cyber range operations.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $22.98 million over three years appears reasonable for specialized event planning and facility support services for a national cyber range complex. Benchmarking against similar contracts for facility management and specialized IT support would provide further context.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating that multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid. This method generally promotes price discovery and competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process is expected to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for necessary services.
Public Impact
Supports critical national cyber training infrastructure. Ensures smooth operations for high-stakes cybersecurity exercises. Provides employment opportunities in the IT and event management sectors.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for scope creep in event planning.
- Reliance on a single contractor for facility operations.
- Geographic concentration of services in Florida.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Clear contract duration and defined services.
- Experienced agency (Department of the Army).
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically supporting specialized facilities like the National Cyber Range Complex. Spending in this area is crucial for national security and technological advancement, with benchmarks varying widely based on facility size and service complexity.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to Scientific Research Corporation, a large business. There is no indication of small business participation in this specific award, which could be an area for future consideration.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of the Army, under the Department of Defense, is responsible for oversight. The use of a delivery order under a larger contract structure implies existing oversight mechanisms are in place.
Related Government Programs
- Other Computer Related Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns if scope is not tightly managed.
- Dependence on contractor performance for critical national security training.
- Limited visibility into specific service delivery metrics.
- Lack of small business subcontracting opportunities noted.
Tags
other-computer-related-services, department-of-defense, fl, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $23.0 million to SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH CORPORATION. TASK ORDER PROVIDING SERVICES FOR EVENT PLANNING, OPERATIONS, AND SUPPORT OF THE NATIONAL CYBER RANGE COMPLEX FACILITY ORLANDO SITE.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $23.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-01-30. End: 2026-01-29.
What is the specific breakdown of services included in 'event planning, operations, and support' to ensure value for money?
The specific breakdown of services is crucial for assessing value. This would ideally include detailed requirements for event logistics, technical support for cyber range exercises, facility maintenance, security, and personnel. Without this granular detail, it's difficult to definitively ascertain if the $23 million is optimally allocated. Further clarification on the scope of 'operations' and 'support' is needed.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the success of the event planning and operations?
Key performance indicators are essential for measuring success and ensuring accountability. For this contract, KPIs might include event timeliness, participant satisfaction, technical system uptime during exercises, incident response times, and adherence to budget. The effectiveness of these KPIs in driving desired outcomes and ensuring efficient use of taxpayer funds needs to be clearly defined and monitored.
How does the cost of this contract compare to similar cyber range facility support contracts awarded by other federal agencies?
Benchmarking against similar contracts is vital for evaluating cost-effectiveness. A comparison with contracts for managing other national training facilities or large-scale IT support services across agencies like DHS or NIST would provide context. Factors like facility size, complexity of required services, and geographic location influence costs, so a direct comparison requires careful consideration of these variables.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › IT AND TELECOM - APLLICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: W900KK20R0011
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2300 WINDY RIDGE PKWY STE 400S, ATLANTA, GA, 30339
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Manufacturer of Goods, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $131,196,876
Exercised Options: $76,761,459
Current Obligation: $22,980,765
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 22
Total Subaward Amount: $9,405,036
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W900KK21D0007
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-01-30
Current End Date: 2026-01-29
Potential End Date: 2028-01-29 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-09-18
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