DoD awards $11.6M for Telecom Services to FC Business Systems Inc. in 2005

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $11,774,052 ($11.8M)

Contractor: General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2004-11-30

End Date: 2005-11-30

Contract Duration: 365 days

Daily Burn Rate: $32.3K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS

Sector: IT

Official Description: 200512!500615!2100!W91RUS!ACA, FORT HUACHUCA !GS07T00BGD0024 !C!N! !Y!W91RUS05F0031! !20041130!20051130!116202318!116202318!116202318!N!F C BUSINESS SYSTEMS INC !3060 WILLIAMS DR STE 600 !FAIRFAX !VA!22031!24670!003!04!FORT HUACHUCA !COCHISE !ARIZONA !+000013211719!N!N!000000000000!D304!ADP TELECOMMUNICATIONS & TRANSMISSION SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !000 !* !541519!E! !5!B!S! ! ! !20200930!B!E!Y!N!B!C! !Y! !001!N!1B!Z! ! ! ! ! !C!N! ! ! !Z!Z!A!A!000! !C!N! ! ! ! ! ! !0001! !

Place of Performance

Location: FORT HUACHUCA, COCHISE County, ARIZONA, 85613

State: Arizona Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $11.8 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC. for work described as: 200512!500615!2100!W91RUS!ACA, FORT HUACHUCA !GS07T00BGD0024 !C!N! !Y!W91RUS05F0031! !20041130!20051130!116202318!116202318!116202318!N!F C BUSINESS SYSTEMS INC !3060 WILLIAMS DR STE 600 !FAIRFAX !VA!22031!24670!003!04!FORT HUACHUCA !COCH… Key points: 1. Contract awarded for ADP Telecommunications & Transmission Services. 2. FC Business Systems Inc. is the prime contractor. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition. 4. The period of performance was one year, from Nov 2004 to Nov 2005. 5. The contract value was $11,620,231.80.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $11.6M for a one-year period for telecommunications services appears to be within a reasonable range for similar government contracts. However, without specific details on the scope of services and market rates, a precise comparison is difficult.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded using full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives the best value. The specific price discovery mechanisms within this competition are not detailed.

Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition suggests an effort to obtain competitive pricing, potentially leading to cost savings for taxpayers compared to non-competitive awards.

Public Impact

Ensures continued telecommunications and transmission services for Fort Huachuca. Supports military operations and administrative functions at the base. Provides a critical IT infrastructure component for the Department of Defense.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Limited contract duration (1 year) may lead to recurring competition costs.
Lack of detailed performance metrics makes assessing value difficult.
Potential for price increases in subsequent contract periods.

Positive Signals

Awarded under full and open competition.
Contract supports essential military communications infrastructure.
Clear identification of contractor and contract type.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the IT and Telecommunications sector, specifically for ADP Telecommunications & Transmission Services. Spending in this sector for the DoD is substantial, supporting a wide range of communication needs for military operations and administration.

Small Business Impact

There is no indication that small businesses were involved as subcontractors on this specific contract. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business goals were met through other means or if opportunities were missed.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, indicating oversight from a major branch of the DoD. Standard procurement regulations and oversight processes would apply to ensure compliance and accountability.

Related Government Programs

Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Army Programs

Risk Flags

Limited contract duration may lead to inefficiencies and higher long-term costs.
Lack of detailed performance metrics hinders value assessment.
Potential for price escalation in future contract renewals.
No information on small business participation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $11.8 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC.. 200512!500615!2100!W91RUS!ACA, FORT HUACHUCA !GS07T00BGD0024 !C!N! !Y!W91RUS05F0031! !20041130!20051130!116202318!116202318!116202318!N!F C BUSINESS SYSTEMS INC !3060 WILLIAMS DR STE 600 !FAIRFAX !VA!22031!24670!003!04!FORT HUACHUCA !COCHISE !ARIZONA !+000013211719!N!N!000000000000!D304!ADP TELECOMMUNICATIONS & TRANSMISSION SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !000 !* !541519!E! !5!B!S! ! ! !202

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 $11.8 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2004-11-30. End: 2005-11-30.

What was the specific scope of 'ADP Telecommunications & Transmission Services' covered under this contract?

The provided data identifies the service as 'ADP TELECOMMUNICATIONS & TRANSMISSION SERVICES' under PSC code D304. However, the exact deliverables, service levels, and technical specifications are not detailed. This information is crucial for a comprehensive understanding of the contract's value and performance, and would typically be found in the contract's statement of work.

How did the pricing compare to market rates for similar telecommunications services during the 2004-2005 period?

The data indicates the contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION' with a value of $11.6 million for one year. While competition generally drives favorable pricing, without access to the bids received or independent market research conducted at the time, it's impossible to definitively state if the price was optimal compared to prevailing market rates for comparable services.

What was the performance history of FC Business Systems Inc. on this contract?

The provided data does not include any information regarding the performance of FC Business Systems Inc. on this contract. Key performance indicators, user satisfaction, or any documented issues would be necessary to assess the effectiveness of the contractor in delivering the required telecommunications and transmission services.

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE

Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)

Contractor Details

Parent Company: General Dynamics Corp (UEI: 001381284)

Address: 3211 JERMANTOWN RD, FAIRFAX, VA, 11

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GS07T00BGD0024

IDV Type: GWAC

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