Army Maintenance Contract Awarded to PAE Applied Technologies for $29.1M
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $29,097,720 ($29.1M)
Contractor: PAE Applied Technologies LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2009-04-10
End Date: 2011-08-31
Contract Duration: 873 days
Daily Burn Rate: $33.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Defense
Official Description: ARMY FIELD AND SUSTAINMENT MAINTENANCE WITHIN THE RASM-E AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
Place of Performance
Location: FORT WORTH, TARRANT County, TEXAS, 76116
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $29.1 million to PAE APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES LLC for work described as: ARMY FIELD AND SUSTAINMENT MAINTENANCE WITHIN THE RASM-E AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY Key points: 1. Contract value of $29.1M for field and sustainment maintenance. 2. Awarded to PAE Applied Technologies LLC. 3. Competition method was full and open. 4. Contract duration was 873 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $29.1M for a 2.4-year duration appears reasonable for specialized field and sustainment maintenance services. Benchmarking against similar contracts 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 leads to better price discovery and potentially lower costs for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently, though the final cost-effectiveness depends on the quality and necessity of the services rendered.
Public Impact
Ensures operational readiness of Army assets through maintenance. Supports a specific geographic area (RASM-E). Provides employment opportunities within the defense sector.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns in time and materials contracts.
- Dependence on a single contractor for critical maintenance.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition promotes market efficiency.
- Clear contract duration and award amount.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the defense sector, specifically supporting aircraft maintenance. Spending in this area is crucial for military readiness and can be subject to fluctuations based on geopolitical events and budget allocations.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication that small businesses were involved in this specific contract award. Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities were made available.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically be managed by the Department of the Air Force, ensuring PAE Applied Technologies meets contractual obligations and performance standards. Accountability is tied to contract deliverables.
Related Government Programs
- Aircraft Manufacturing
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Time and Materials contract type increases cost overrun risk.
- Lack of detailed service scope limits precise value assessment.
- Potential for contractor performance issues impacting readiness.
- No clear indication of small business participation.
Tags
aircraft-manufacturing, department-of-defense, tx, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $29.1 million to PAE APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES LLC. ARMY FIELD AND SUSTAINMENT MAINTENANCE WITHIN THE RASM-E AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is PAE APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Air Force).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $29.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-04-10. End: 2011-08-31.
What specific maintenance tasks are included in this contract?
The contract specifies 'ARMY FIELD AND SUSTAINMENT MAINTENANCE WITHIN THE RASM-E AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY.' While 'field and sustainment maintenance' implies routine upkeep, repairs, and logistical support for Army equipment, the precise scope of tasks, types of equipment serviced, and specific geographic limitations of the RASM-E area are not detailed in the provided data. This lack of specificity makes a precise value assessment challenging.
What is the risk of cost overruns given the Time and Materials (T&M) contract type?
Time and Materials contracts carry a higher risk of cost overruns compared to fixed-price contracts because the government pays for the actual labor hours and material costs incurred by the contractor. Without strong oversight and defined labor rates/material markups, the total cost can escalate beyond initial estimates. The 'br' (breakdown) value of 33331 might represent an initial estimate or ceiling, but the final cost is variable.
How effectively does this contract support the Army's operational readiness?
The effectiveness hinges on PAE Applied Technologies' performance in delivering timely and quality maintenance services within the RASM-E area. Assuming the contractor meets all performance metrics and maintains equipment to required standards, the contract directly contributes to operational readiness. However, the provided data lacks performance metrics or user feedback to definitively assess effectiveness.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing › Aircraft Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD EQUIPMENT › MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Computer Sciences Corporation (UEI: 009581091)
Address: 6500 WEST FREEWAY STE 600, FORT WORTH, TX, 76116
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $57,247,010
Exercised Options: $57,247,010
Current Obligation: $29,097,720
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: FA810809D0002
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-04-10
Current End Date: 2011-08-31
Potential End Date: 2011-08-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2016-02-17
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