DoD awards $33.5M for MSALTS Basic Delivery Order to Parsons Government Services Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $33,546,098 ($33.5M)
Contractor: Parsons Government Services Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2010-12-07
End Date: 2016-06-03
Contract Duration: 2,005 days
Daily Burn Rate: $16.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: MSALTS BASIC DELIVERY ORDER
Place of Performance
Location: LAKE FOREST, ORANGE County, CALIFORNIA, 92630
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $33.5 million to PARSONS GOVERNMENT SERVICES INC for work described as: MSALTS BASIC DELIVERY ORDER Key points: 1. The contract value is $33.5 million. 2. Competition was full and open. 3. The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee. 4. The sector is Other Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar contracts is difficult without more detailed cost breakdowns.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Full and open competition was utilized, which generally promotes competitive pricing. However, the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure may limit the direct price discovery benefits of competition.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used in a competitive process, but the CPFF structure warrants close monitoring to ensure cost efficiency.
Public Impact
This contract supports the Department of the Army. The contract was awarded by the Department of Defense. The duration of the contract was approximately 5 years and 8 months. The contract was awarded in California.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can lead to higher costs.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes oversight challenging.
- Long contract duration may not reflect current needs.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition was utilized.
- Contract awarded to a known entity (Parsons).
Sector Analysis
The contract falls under 'Other Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing'. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on specific machinery needs and technological advancements.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that neither small business nor small disadvantaged business participation was explicitly tracked or required for this contract. This suggests potential missed opportunities for small business engagement.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded as a delivery order under a larger contract. Oversight would typically involve monitoring performance, costs, and adherence to the contract terms by the Department of the Army.
Related Government Programs
- Other Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Long contract duration.
- No explicit small business participation noted.
Tags
other-commercial-and-service-industry-ma, department-of-defense, ca, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $33.5 million to PARSONS GOVERNMENT SERVICES INC. MSALTS BASIC DELIVERY ORDER
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is PARSONS GOVERNMENT SERVICES 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 $33.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2010-12-07. End: 2016-06-03.
What specific machinery or services were procured under this delivery order, and how do they align with current Army operational needs?
The specific nature of 'MSALTS BASIC DELIVERY ORDER' is not detailed in the provided data. Understanding the exact equipment or services procured is crucial for assessing its relevance and value to the Department of the Army's current mission requirements and technological landscape.
Given the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure, what mechanisms were in place to control costs and prevent potential overruns?
Cost Plus Fixed Fee contracts require robust oversight to manage expenses. The Department of Defense and the Department of the Army would need to implement stringent financial controls, regular audits, and performance reviews to ensure that costs remain reasonable and that the fixed fee is justified by the services rendered.
How effectively did the full and open competition process translate into cost savings or superior value for the taxpayer?
While full and open competition is a positive indicator for price discovery, the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure can sometimes obscure direct cost savings. An analysis would need to compare the final costs against initial estimates and potentially against bids from other competitive processes to fully gauge the taxpayer value.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing › Other Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: TRAINING AIDS AND DEVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: W900KK08R0001
Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Parsons Corporation
Address: 25531 COMMERCENTRE DR STE 120, LAKE FOREST, CA, 92630
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $48,588,117
Exercised Options: $39,653,628
Current Obligation: $33,546,098
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 4
Total Subaward Amount: $23,449,582
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W900KK09D0345
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2010-12-07
Current End Date: 2016-06-03
Potential End Date: 2016-06-03 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2023-12-20
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