DoD awards $13.8M contract to General Dynamics for Intel Analyst Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $13,813,532 ($13.8M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2006-09-16
End Date: 2011-09-17
Contract Duration: 1,827 days
Daily Burn Rate: $7.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 9
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: SENIOR INTEL ANALYST
Place of Performance
Location: DORAL, MIAMI-DADE County, FLORIDA, 33172
State: Florida Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $13.8 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC. for work described as: SENIOR INTEL ANALYST Key points: 1. Contract value of $13.8M over 5 years. 2. General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. Risk is moderate due to long duration and single award. 4. Spending falls within Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $13.8M over 5 years averages to approximately $2.76M annually. This appears reasonable for specialized senior intelligence analyst services, though direct comparison is difficult without more specific service details.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
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: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for necessary services.
Public Impact
Ensures continued intelligence analysis capabilities for the Department of the Army. Supports national security objectives through specialized analytical support. Provides stable employment for skilled intelligence analysts.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 75 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for vendor lock-in given the long duration.
- Reliance on a single contractor for critical services.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Long-term contract provides stability.
- Fixed-price contract limits cost overrun risk.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. Benchmarks for this sector vary widely, but the annual spend of ~$2.76M for specialized analyst support is within a plausible range for complex government requirements.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses and was awarded to a large corporation, General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. There is no indication of small business participation in this specific award.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded via delivery order under a larger contract vehicle, implying some level of pre-qualification and oversight. The long duration necessitates ongoing performance monitoring by the agency.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Long contract duration (5 years).
- Single awardee.
- Potential for vendor lock-in.
- Critical service reliance.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-defense, fl, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $13.8 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC.. SENIOR INTEL ANALYST
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 $13.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-09-16. End: 2011-09-17.
What specific intelligence analysis tasks are covered by this contract?
The contract description 'SENIOR INTEL ANALYST' suggests services related to gathering, processing, analyzing, and disseminating intelligence information. Specific tasks could include threat assessment, data fusion, report generation, and providing expert briefings to decision-makers within the Department of the Army.
What is the risk associated with relying on a single contractor for 5 years?
The primary risk is vendor lock-in and potential complacency, leading to reduced innovation or price increases over time. If the contractor underperforms or faces financial instability, it could disrupt critical intelligence functions. However, the fixed-price nature mitigates some financial risk for the government.
How does the fixed-price contract ensure effectiveness and value?
A firm fixed-price contract establishes a ceiling on costs, incentivizing the contractor to manage resources efficiently to maximize profit. This structure provides budget certainty for the government. Effectiveness is ensured through contract performance standards and monitoring, with penalties or remedies for non-compliance.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Offers Received: 9
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Contractor Details
Parent Company: General Dynamics Corp (UEI: 001381284)
Address: 3211 JERMANTOWN RD, STE 70, FAIRFAX, VA, 22030
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $13,813,532
Exercised Options: $13,813,532
Current Obligation: $13,813,532
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DABK0103D0010
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-09-16
Current End Date: 2011-09-17
Potential End Date: 2011-09-17 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-03-09
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