DoD's $25.1M Contract for Refurbishment Services Awarded to Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees Under Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $25,132,510 ($25.1M)
Contractor: Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2006-12-08
End Date: 2008-07-14
Contract Duration: 584 days
Daily Burn Rate: $43.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: {PIIN: F3860407CW010} REFURBISH HAS 10
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $25.1 million to MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES for work described as: {PIIN: F3860407CW010} REFURBISH HAS 10 Key points: 1. The contract value is substantial at $25.1 million, indicating a significant investment in refurbishment services. 2. Awarded to 'Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees,' the competition landscape is broad but potentially lacks specific vendor identification. 3. The fixed-price contract type aims to control costs, but the nature of refurbishment can introduce unforeseen risks. 4. The sector is administrative and general management consulting, a broad category that requires clear scope definition.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
Pricing is based on a firm fixed-price structure. Without specific benchmarks for 'refurbishment' services for foreign awardees, a direct comparison is difficult. The total value suggests a significant scope of work.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a broad solicitation. However, the 'Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees' designation raises questions about the specificity of the competition and whether the best value was truly achieved among qualified bidders.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is generally positive for taxpayers, promoting market efficiency. However, the broad awardee category might obscure potential cost savings or efficiencies.
Public Impact
Taxpayers are funding significant refurbishment services, the specifics of which are not detailed. The use of foreign awardees may have implications for economic impact and oversight. The broad classification of 'Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees' could indicate a lack of targeted vendor engagement or a need for more specific contract definitions.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specificity in awardee category ('Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees')
- Potential for undefined scope in 'refurbishment' services
- Limited insight into the specific services provided
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition
- Firm fixed-price contract type
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. Benchmarking is challenging due to the broad nature of the NAICS code and the specific mention of 'foreign awardees' for refurbishment, which is not a standard sector benchmark.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses (ss: false, sb: false). The award to 'Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees' further suggests no specific focus on domestic small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would depend on the specific terms of the firm fixed-price contract and the Department of the Army's established procedures for managing foreign contracts. The broad awardee category might necessitate enhanced monitoring.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Ambiguity in awardee identification ('Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees')
- Lack of detail on the specific refurbishment services performed
- Potential for cost overruns if scope was not fully defined
- Limited transparency on the evaluation process for foreign awardees
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-defense, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $25.1 million to MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES. {PIIN: F3860407CW010} REFURBISH HAS 10
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $25.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-12-08. End: 2008-07-14.
What specific assets or equipment were refurbished under this contract, and what was the justification for using foreign awardees?
The provided data lacks specifics on the assets or equipment refurbished. The justification for using 'Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees' is also absent. Understanding these details is crucial for assessing the value and necessity of the expenditure, as well as potential risks associated with foreign sourcing, such as logistical challenges or differing quality standards.
How was the 'best value' determined in this full and open competition, given the broad 'Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees' category?
The determination of 'best value' under full and open competition typically involves evaluating technical factors, past performance, and price. However, the broad 'Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees' designation makes it difficult to ascertain how specific vendors were assessed or if the competition truly leveraged the full breadth of qualified international providers effectively. Further details on the evaluation criteria and the number of bids received are needed.
What is the expected return on investment or operational improvement from these refurbishment services?
The data does not provide information on the expected return on investment or operational improvements resulting from the refurbishment services. Assessing the effectiveness of this $25.1 million contract requires understanding the baseline condition of the refurbished items, the intended use, and the projected benefits, such as extended lifespan, improved performance, or cost savings.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: MISCELLANEOUS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2011 CRYSTAL DR STE 911, ARLINGTON, VA, 08
Business Categories: Category Business, Foreign Owned, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $25,132,510
Exercised Options: $25,132,510
Current Obligation: $25,132,510
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NOT OBTAINED - WAIVED
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-12-08
Current End Date: 2008-07-14
Potential End Date: 2008-07-14 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2011-04-13
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