DoD Awards $36.17M to BAE Systems for Fluid Meter Devices Under Existing Umbrella Contract
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $36,174,722 ($36.2M)
Contractor: BAE Systems Information and Electronic Systems Integration Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2011-12-22
End Date: 2013-06-30
Contract Duration: 556 days
Daily Burn Rate: $65.1K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: DELIVERY ORDER FOR FMS ITEMS UNDER BAE UMBRELLA CONTRACT SPM400-06-D-9405
Place of Performance
Location: NASHUA, HILLSBOROUGH County, NEW HAMPSHIRE, 03060
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $36.2 million to BAE SYSTEMS INFORMATION AND ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS INTEGRATION INC. for work described as: DELIVERY ORDER FOR FMS ITEMS UNDER BAE UMBRELLA CONTRACT SPM400-06-D-9405 Key points: 1. Significant award to a single large business vendor. 2. Contract type is Firm Fixed Price, indicating clear cost expectations. 3. No small business participation noted. 4. Spending is within the Defense sector, specifically for logistics and electronic systems.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The award amount of $36.17M is substantial. Without specific unit data or historical pricing for similar devices, a direct value assessment is difficult. The firm fixed price contract offers some cost certainty.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This was a delivery order under an existing umbrella contract (SPM400-06-D-9405) and was not competed. This limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs than a competitive process.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being spent without the benefit of competitive bidding, which may result in a less optimal price for the government.
Public Impact
Ensures continued availability of critical fluid metering devices for defense operations. Supports a major defense contractor, BAE Systems. Potential for higher costs due to lack of competition.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- No small business participation
Positive Signals
- Firm Fixed Price contract
- Existing umbrella contract streamlines acquisition
Sector Analysis
This spending falls within the Defense sector, specifically related to the procurement of specialized electronic and mechanical components. Benchmarks for similar 'Totalizing Fluid Meter and Counting Device Manufacturing' contracts are not readily available without deeper market research.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication of small business participation in this specific delivery order. The prime contractor is a large business, and the procurement method did not mandate or encourage subcontracting to small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The award is a delivery order under an existing contract, suggesting it has passed initial oversight. However, the lack of competition for this specific order warrants scrutiny regarding the justification for not seeking competitive bids.
Related Government Programs
- Totalizing Fluid Meter and Counting Device Manufacturing
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Logistics Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award
- Potential for overpayment due to lack of competition
- No small business utilization
- Limited transparency on justification for sole-source
Tags
totalizing-fluid-meter-and-counting-devi, department-of-defense, nh, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $36.2 million to BAE SYSTEMS INFORMATION AND ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS INTEGRATION INC.. DELIVERY ORDER FOR FMS ITEMS UNDER BAE UMBRELLA CONTRACT SPM400-06-D-9405
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BAE SYSTEMS INFORMATION AND ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS INTEGRATION INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Logistics Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $36.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-12-22. End: 2013-06-30.
What was the justification for not competing this delivery order, given the significant value?
The justification for not competing this delivery order is not provided in the data. Typically, sole-source awards under existing contracts are based on factors like urgency, unique capabilities, or specific contract clauses. Without this information, it's difficult to assess if the government received fair value or if alternative solutions were overlooked.
What is the historical pricing trend for similar fluid meter devices procured by the DoD?
Historical pricing trends for similar fluid meter devices are not available in the provided data. A comprehensive analysis would require access to historical contract databases and market research reports to establish benchmarks and identify any significant price deviations for this specific type of equipment.
How does the performance of BAE Systems on this contract compare to industry standards for similar components?
Performance data for BAE Systems on this specific contract is not included. Evaluating performance against industry standards would necessitate reviewing delivery timelines, quality metrics, and any reported issues or successes. This information is crucial for assessing the overall effectiveness and value delivered.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing › Totalizing Fluid Meter and Counting Device Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: COMM/DETECT/COHERENT RADIATION
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: BAE Systems PLC (UEI: 217304393)
Address: 65 SPIT BROOK RD, NASHUA, NH, 02
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Manufacturer of Goods, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $36,174,722
Exercised Options: $36,174,722
Current Obligation: $36,174,722
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: SPM4AX11D9402
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-12-22
Current End Date: 2013-06-30
Potential End Date: 2013-06-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2012-12-11
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