DOT awards $196M Computer Systems Design contract to Computer Sciences Corporation under full and open competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $196,304,899 ($196.3M)
Contractor: Computer Sciences Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Transportation
Start Date: 2000-11-15
End Date: 2007-01-29
Contract Duration: 2,266 days
Daily Burn Rate: $86.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: IT
Place of Performance
Location: CAMBRIDGE, MIDDLESEX County, MASSACHUSETTS, 02142
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Transportation obligated $196.3 million to COMPUTER SCIENCES CORPORATION for work described as: Key points: 1. Contract value of $196.3M over 6.3 years. 2. Awarded to Computer Sciences Corporation, a large business. 3. Utilized full and open competition. 4. Contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF).
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The CPFF contract type can lead to cost overruns if not managed tightly. Benchmarking against similar IT services contracts is difficult without more detailed cost breakdowns.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the CPFF structure may not always yield the lowest price compared to fixed-price contracts.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used for IT services. The CPFF structure necessitates careful oversight to ensure cost efficiency and value for money.
Public Impact
Provides essential computer systems design services to the Department of Transportation. Supports the operational needs of the Immediate Office of the Secretary. Long-term contract duration of over 6 years indicates ongoing need for these services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- CPFF contract type can incentivize higher costs.
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.
- No indication of small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Awarded via full and open competition.
- Long contract duration suggests sustained need.
- Clear agency and sub-agency identified.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically computer systems design. Spending benchmarks for similar large-scale IT services contracts vary widely based on scope and complexity.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss: false, sb: false). There is no information provided on subcontracting opportunities for small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The use of a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract requires robust oversight from the Department of Transportation to manage costs and ensure performance objectives are met. Auditing and regular performance reviews are crucial.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Systems Design Services
- Department of Transportation Contracting
- Immediate Office of the Secretary of Transportation Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
- Lack of detailed performance data.
- No small business participation indicated.
- Significant difference between obligated amount and base value.
Tags
computer-systems-design-services, department-of-transportation, ma, definitive-contract, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Transportation awarded $196.3 million to COMPUTER SCIENCES CORPORATION. See the official description on USAspending.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is COMPUTER SCIENCES CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Transportation (Immediate Office of the Secretary of Transportation).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $196.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2000-11-15. End: 2007-01-29.
What was the average profit margin for Computer Sciences Corporation on this CPFF contract, and how does it compare to industry standards for similar services?
The provided data does not specify the profit margin or fee awarded to Computer Sciences Corporation. To assess value, this information would need to be obtained and compared against benchmarks for CPFF IT services contracts, considering the contract's duration and the specific services rendered. Without this, a precise value assessment is challenging.
What were the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract, and how did Computer Sciences Corporation perform against them throughout the contract period?
The provided data does not include specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) or performance ratings for this contract. Assessing the effectiveness and risk mitigation would require access to performance reports, quality assurance reviews, and any documented issues or successes related to Computer Sciences Corporation's service delivery to the Department of Transportation.
How did the final cost of this contract compare to the initial estimated cost, and were there significant cost underruns or overruns?
The data shows an obligated amount ('a') of $196,304,899 and a base contract value ('br') of $86,631. The significant difference suggests substantial modifications or task orders were issued over the contract's life. Without knowing the initial estimate and the breakdown of modifications, it's impossible to determine if there were cost overruns or underruns relative to the original scope.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Systems Design Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Contractor Details
Address: 2100 E GRAND AVE, EL SEGUNDO, CA, 90245
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $347,385,729
Exercised Options: $340,837,761
Current Obligation: $196,304,899
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Timeline
Start Date: 2000-11-15
Current End Date: 2007-01-29
Potential End Date: 2007-01-29 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-02-27
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