DoD's $96.8M R&D Contract with Rockwell Scientific Company for Applied Research

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $15,618,742 ($15.6M)

Contractor: Teledyne Scientific & Imaging, LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2006-02-02

End Date: 2013-03-31

Contract Duration: 2,614 days

Daily Burn Rate: $6.0K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Number of Offers Received: 999

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE

Sector: R&D

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Place of Performance

Location: THOUSAND OAKS, VENTURA County, CALIFORNIA, 91360

State: California Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $15.6 million to TELEDYNE SCIENTIFIC & IMAGING, LLC for work described as: 200606!600387!2100!W911QX!USA MATERIEL COMMAND ACQUISITION!W911QX06C0052 !A!N! !Y! ! !20060202!20100104!967953613!967953613!962960589!N!ROCKWELL SCIENTIFIC COMPANY, L!1049 CAMINO DOS RIOS !THOUSAND OAKS !CA!91360!78582!111!06!THOUSAND OAKS !VENT… Key points: 1. Contract awarded for Research and Development in Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences. 2. Competition was full and open after exclusion of sources, suggesting potential for better pricing. 3. The contract's duration of over 2600 days indicates a long-term project with sustained funding. 4. The sector is Defense R&D, a critical area for national security and technological advancement.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $96.8 million over approximately 7 years suggests a significant investment. Benchmarking against similar R&D contracts is difficult without more specific service details, but the cost appears substantial.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under 'full and open competition after exclusion of sources.' This method implies that while competition was sought, certain sources were initially excluded, which could impact the final price discovery and overall value.

Taxpayer Impact: The significant investment of nearly $100 million represents a substantial allocation of taxpayer funds towards defense research and development.

Public Impact

Advancement in defense technology through applied research. Potential for innovation in physical, engineering, and life sciences. Long-term commitment of federal resources to a specific research area.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of specific deliverables and performance metrics.
Potential for cost overruns in long-term R&D projects.
Limited transparency on the 'exclusion of sources' in competition.

Positive Signals

Investment in critical defense R&D.
Potential for significant technological breakthroughs.
Long-term project stability.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Defense R&D sector, specifically focusing on applied research. Spending in this area is crucial for maintaining technological superiority but can be prone to cost overruns and long development cycles.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate any specific involvement or set-aside for small businesses in this contract. Large R&D contracts often involve prime contractors who may then subcontract, but direct small business participation is not evident here.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight for this contract would typically fall under the Department of the Army and the DoD's broader acquisition and R&D oversight mechanisms. The long duration necessitates continuous monitoring of progress and spending.

Related Government Programs

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Army Programs

Risk Flags

Lack of specific performance metrics.
Potential for cost overruns in long-term R&D.
Ambiguity in the competitive bidding process ('exclusion of sources').
Limited public information on research outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $15.6 million to TELEDYNE SCIENTIFIC & IMAGING, LLC. 200606!600387!2100!W911QX!USA MATERIEL COMMAND ACQUISITION!W911QX06C0052 !A!N! !Y! ! !20060202!20100104!967953613!967953613!962960589!N!ROCKWELL SCIENTIFIC COMPANY, L!1049 CAMINO DOS RIOS !THOUSAND OAKS !CA!91360!78582!111!06!THOUSAND OAKS !VENTURA !CALIFORNIA!+000003942679!N!N!000000000000!AD92!RDTE/OTHER DEFENSE-APPLIED RESEARCH !S1 !SERVICES !000 !NOT DISCERNABLE !541710!E! !3! ! ! ! ! !999

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is TELEDYNE SCIENTIFIC & IMAGING, LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $15.6 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2006-02-02. End: 2013-03-31.

What specific research outcomes or technological advancements were achieved with this $96.8 million investment?

Without detailed reports or final outcome assessments, it's impossible to determine the specific technological advancements or research outcomes from this contract. R&D contracts, especially those in applied sciences, can have long lead times and their ultimate impact may not be immediately apparent or publicly disclosed due to security or proprietary concerns.

How did the 'exclusion of sources' in the competition affect the final contract price and the range of innovative solutions considered?

The 'exclusion of sources' clause suggests that not all potential offerors were considered, which could limit competition and potentially lead to a higher price than if a truly open competition had occurred. It also raises questions about the justification for excluding certain sources and whether this restricted the pool of innovative solutions available to the government.

What mechanisms were in place to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of spending over the contract's 7-year duration?

Given the contract's length and R&D nature, effectiveness and efficiency would likely be managed through phased milestones, regular progress reviews, and potentially cost-plus fixed fee adjustments. However, the effectiveness of these mechanisms depends heavily on the rigor of oversight and the clarity of initial project goals.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Scientific Research and Development Services › Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences

Product/Service Code: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT › DEFENSE (OTHER) R&D

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Solicitation Procedures: BASIC RESEARCH

Offers Received: 999

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (UEI: 112358432)

Address: 1049 CAMINO DOS RIOS, THOUSAND OAKS, CA, 91360

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Manufacturer of Goods, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: YES

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