DoD's $18.2M CNATRA CIS Contract Awarded to Lockheed Martin Services, LLC

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $18,214,128 ($18.2M)

Contractor: Lockheed Martin Services, LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2006-10-01

End Date: 2007-09-30

Contract Duration: 364 days

Daily Burn Rate: $50.0K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 5

Pricing Type: COMBINATION (TWO OR MORE)

Sector: Defense

Official Description: CNATRA CIS

Place of Performance

Location: CHERRY HILL, CAMDEN County, NEW JERSEY, 08002

State: New Jersey Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $18.2 million to LOCKHEED MARTIN SERVICES, LLC for work described as: CNATRA CIS Key points: 1. Contract Value: $18.2 million over 364 days. 2. Competition: Full and open competition was utilized. 3. Risk: Low risk indicated by contract type and duration. 4. Sector: Primarily IT and Training services.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The contract value of $18.2 million for a 364-day duration appears reasonable for flight training services. Benchmarking against similar DoD training contracts would provide a more precise assessment.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

Full and open competition was employed, suggesting a robust process for price discovery and selection of the most advantageous offer. This method typically leads to competitive pricing.

Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently by fostering a competitive environment.

Public Impact

Ensures continued flight training operations for the Navy. Supports critical military readiness and personnel development. Provides specialized technical services for complex training systems.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Positive Signals

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Defense sector, specifically focusing on flight training and associated IT support. Spending in this area is crucial for maintaining military aviation capabilities.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate any specific set-aside for small businesses. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

Standard DoD oversight mechanisms would apply to this contract. The relatively short duration may limit the need for extensive, long-term oversight.

Related Government Programs

Risk Flags

Tags

flight-training, department-of-defense, nj, do, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $18.2 million to LOCKHEED MARTIN SERVICES, LLC. CNATRA CIS

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is LOCKHEED MARTIN SERVICES, LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Navy).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $18.2 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2006-10-01. End: 2007-09-30.

What specific flight training capabilities does CNATRA CIS encompass?

CNATRA CIS likely refers to the "Consolidated Naval Aircraft Training System" or a similar initiative. It would encompass the provision, maintenance, and operation of flight simulators, training devices, and associated software and hardware necessary for training naval aviators across various aircraft platforms.

What are the potential risks associated with a sole-source or limited competition for flight training systems?

Sole-source or limited competition for flight training systems can lead to higher costs due to a lack of competitive pressure. It may also result in less innovation and potentially lock the government into specific vendor technologies, making future upgrades or transitions more difficult and expensive.

How effectively does this contract support the Navy's overall pilot training pipeline?

This contract is crucial for the Navy's pilot training pipeline, providing essential infrastructure and services. Its effectiveness hinges on the reliability of the training systems, the quality of instruction delivered, and the seamless integration with broader training curricula to ensure aviators meet operational readiness standards.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Educational ServicesTechnical and Trade SchoolsFlight Training

Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD EQUIPMENTMAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Offers Received: 5

Pricing Type: COMBINATION (TWO OR MORE) (2)

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Lockheed Martin Corp (UEI: 834951691)

Address: 2339 ROUTE 70 WEST, FLOOR, CHERRY HILL, NJ, 01

Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $18,807,715

Exercised Options: $18,807,715

Current Obligation: $18,214,128

Contract Characteristics

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: N0014003D0258

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline

Start Date: 2006-10-01

Current End Date: 2007-09-30

Potential End Date: 2007-09-30 00:00:00

Last Modified: 2012-11-27

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