DoD Awards $52.6M Task Order to General Dynamics for Technical Services in Texas
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $52,640,883 ($52.6M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2023-12-07
End Date: 2026-04-07
Contract Duration: 852 days
Daily Burn Rate: $61.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: III CORPS MTCCS II TASK ORDER
Place of Performance
Location: FORT HOOD, BELL County, TEXAS, 76544
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $52.6 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC. for work described as: III CORPS MTCCS II TASK ORDER Key points: 1. Significant contract value of $52.6 million awarded. 2. General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. Contract falls under 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' NAICS code. 4. The contract duration is 852 days, ending April 2026.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $52.6 million is substantial. Benchmarking against similar contracts for 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' is difficult without more specific service details. The provided benchmark of $6,178.50 per period (assuming 'br' is a period benchmark) seems high.
Cost Per Unit: $6,178.50
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better value for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds of $52.6 million are allocated to this task order, with the expectation of receiving valuable professional, scientific, and technical services.
Public Impact
Supports Department of the Army operations with specialized technical services. Contract award contributes to the economy in Texas. Ensures continued provision of essential services through a competitive process.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific service details makes value assessment challenging.
- High per-unit cost benchmark requires further investigation.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Long-term contract provides service stability.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the professional, scientific, and technical services sector. Spending in this sector is broad, encompassing a wide range of support functions for government agencies. Benchmarking is highly dependent on the specific services rendered.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses, as 'sb' is false. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was sought or achieved through subcontracting.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded via a delivery order under a larger agreement, suggesting some level of pre-existing oversight. The full and open competition method implies a structured procurement process.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific service details.
- High per-unit cost benchmark.
- Potential for cost overruns if scope is not tightly managed.
- Limited visibility into subcontracting opportunities for small businesses.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-defense, tx, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $52.6 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC.. III CORPS MTCCS II TASK ORDER
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, 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 $52.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-12-07. End: 2026-04-07.
What specific technical services are being provided under this task order to justify the $52.6 million cost?
The specific technical services are not detailed in the provided data, only the broad NAICS code 541990 ('All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services'). Understanding the exact nature of the work, such as IT support, engineering analysis, or scientific research, is crucial for a precise value assessment and to determine if the cost is aligned with industry standards for those specific services.
How does the $6,178.50 per-unit cost benchmark compare to similar, more granularly defined technical service contracts?
Without knowing the unit of measure for the $6,178.50 benchmark (e.g., per day, per hour, per deliverable) and the specific services it represents, a direct comparison is difficult. If this benchmark represents a daily rate for highly specialized technical expertise, it might be reasonable. However, if it's for a broader service or a longer period, it could indicate potential overpricing, warranting deeper investigation into the contract's pricing structure and the market rates for comparable services.
What is the expected impact of these services on the Department of the Army's operational effectiveness?
The task order is intended to provide essential professional, scientific, and technical services to the Department of the Army, likely supporting critical missions and operational readiness. The long duration and significant funding suggest these services are integral to ongoing operations. However, the precise impact on effectiveness cannot be determined without knowing the specific nature of the services and the objectives they are meant to achieve.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: W900KK23R0006
Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Wico Limited
Address: 3150 FAIRVIEW PARK DR, FALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $160,682,072
Exercised Options: $56,965,011
Current Obligation: $52,640,883
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 5
Total Subaward Amount: $59,000,000
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W900KK24D0005
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-12-07
Current End Date: 2026-04-07
Potential End Date: 2029-10-07 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-12-18
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