DoD Awards $33.4M for FBCB2 Equipment Repair and Maintenance to Engineering Solutions & Products LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $33,424,326 ($33.4M)
Contractor: Engineering Solutions & Products LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2009-03-27
End Date: 2010-04-25
Contract Duration: 394 days
Daily Burn Rate: $84.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Defense
Official Description: FIELD SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE (FSR) AND TURN IN POINT (TIP) PERSONNEL. BOTH AVIATION AND GROUND FBCB2 EQUIPMENT.
Place of Performance
Location: EATONTOWN, MONMOUTH County, NEW JERSEY, 07724
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $33.4 million to ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS & PRODUCTS LLC for work described as: FIELD SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE (FSR) AND TURN IN POINT (TIP) PERSONNEL. BOTH AVIATION AND GROUND FBCB2 EQUIPMENT. Key points: 1. The contract focuses on critical aviation and ground communication equipment. 2. Competition was full and open, suggesting a potentially competitive pricing environment. 3. The award value is substantial, requiring careful monitoring of service delivery. 4. The sector is defense communications, a key area for military operations.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract is Time and Materials, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed closely. Benchmarking against similar repair and maintenance contracts for specialized communication equipment is difficult without more granular data.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing. However, the Time and Materials pricing structure may limit the effectiveness of price discovery compared to fixed-price contracts.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers are exposed to potential cost increases due to the Time and Materials nature of the contract, necessitating strong oversight to ensure value for money.
Public Impact
Ensures operational readiness of critical communication systems for ground and aviation units. Supports the maintenance of advanced battlefield management systems. Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials contract type.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials contract type
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data
- Short contract duration
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Supports critical defense systems
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Defense sector, specifically focusing on communication equipment repair and maintenance. Spending in this area is crucial for maintaining military operational capabilities and technological superiority.
Small Business Impact
The provided data does not indicate any specific set-asides for small businesses. Further investigation would be needed to determine the extent of small business participation in this contract.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract's Time and Materials nature requires robust oversight from the Department of the Army to control costs and ensure efficient service delivery. Monitoring labor hours and material costs is essential.
Related Government Programs
- Communication Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials contract.
- Limited visibility into specific performance metrics.
- Short contract duration may indicate a need for follow-on contracts or a pilot program.
- Lack of small business participation noted.
Tags
communication-equipment-repair-and-maint, department-of-defense, nj, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $33.4 million to ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS & PRODUCTS LLC. FIELD SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE (FSR) AND TURN IN POINT (TIP) PERSONNEL. BOTH AVIATION AND GROUND FBCB2 EQUIPMENT.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS & PRODUCTS LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $33.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-03-27. End: 2010-04-25.
What was the average hourly rate for FSR and TIP personnel, and how does it compare to industry benchmarks?
The provided data does not specify the average hourly rates for Field Service Representatives (FSR) and Turn-In Point (TIP) personnel. To assess value, these rates would need to be compared against established industry benchmarks for similar technical roles within the defense sector, considering experience and security clearance requirements.
What specific risks were identified during the procurement process that led to the Time and Materials contract type?
The data does not detail the specific risks identified during procurement. Typically, Time and Materials contracts are used when the scope of work is not well-defined, or when unexpected technical challenges are anticipated. This suggests potential uncertainty in the repair and maintenance requirements for the FBCB2 equipment.
How effectively did the full and open competition process ensure competitive pricing for the required services?
While full and open competition theoretically promotes competitive pricing, the Time and Materials structure of this contract may have limited its effectiveness. Without defined labor hours or material quantities, the final price is variable. The true measure of effectiveness would be a post-award analysis comparing the final cost to initial estimates and similar contracts.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Other Services (except Public Administration) › Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance › Communication Equipment Repair and Maintenance
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD EQUIPMENT › MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 4 INDUSTRIAL WAY W FL 3, EATONTOWN, NJ, 04
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $33,424,326
Exercised Options: $33,424,326
Current Obligation: $33,424,326
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W15P7T09DB201
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-03-27
Current End Date: 2010-04-25
Potential End Date: 2010-04-25 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2013-10-21
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