DoD awards $12.9M for Information Services, with 5 contracts issued

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $12,901,029 ($12.9M)

Contractor: Cubic Global Defense, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2004-08-17

End Date: 2007-06-15

Contract Duration: 1,032 days

Daily Burn Rate: $12.5K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 5

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: IT

Place of Performance

Location: FORT LEAVENWORTH, LEAVENWORTH County, KANSAS, 66027

State: Kansas Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $12.9 million to CUBIC GLOBAL DEFENSE, INC. for work described as: Key points: 1. Contract value of $12.9M for 'All Other Information Services'. 2. Competition was full and open, suggesting market-driven pricing. 3. Contract duration of 1032 days indicates a medium-term need. 4. No small business participation noted.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $12.9M for information services appears reasonable given the 1032-day duration. Benchmarking against similar contracts for 'All Other Information Services' would provide a clearer assessment of value.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which typically leads to competitive pricing. The existence of 5 individual awards suggests multiple entities participated, further supporting price discovery.

Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition generally ensures taxpayer funds are used efficiently by fostering a competitive environment.

Public Impact

Information services are crucial for modern military operations. The duration suggests a sustained need for these services. Lack of small business involvement may limit broader economic impact.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Positive Signals

Sector Analysis

The 'All Other Information Services' category (NAICS 519190) is broad and can encompass a wide range of support functions. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on agency needs and technological advancements.

Small Business Impact

The absence of small business participation in this contract is a missed opportunity for economic inclusion. Future solicitations could explore set-aside options to encourage small business involvement in information services.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a structured procurement process. Further oversight would involve reviewing performance metrics and ensuring compliance with contract terms.

Related Government Programs

Risk Flags

Tags

all-other-information-services, department-of-defense, ks, do, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $12.9 million to CUBIC GLOBAL DEFENSE, INC.. See the official description on USAspending.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is CUBIC GLOBAL DEFENSE, 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 $12.9 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2004-08-17. End: 2007-06-15.

What specific information services were procured under this contract?

The data provided categorizes this under 'All Other Information Services' (NAICS 519190), which is a broad classification. Without further details, it's impossible to ascertain the exact nature of the services, such as data analysis, IT support, or information management. This lack of specificity hinders a precise value assessment.

What was the competitive landscape like for this specific service?

The contract was awarded under 'full and open competition,' indicating that multiple vendors were eligible to bid. The existence of 5 awards suggests that several entities successfully competed. However, the specific number of bids received and the range of pricing offered are not detailed, limiting a deep dive into the competitive intensity.

How effective were these information services in meeting the Department of the Army's needs?

Effectiveness cannot be determined from the provided data. While the contract was awarded and presumably fulfilled, there is no information on performance metrics, user feedback, or whether the services achieved their intended objectives. Post-award performance reviews would be necessary to assess effectiveness.

Industry Classification

NAICS: InformationOther Information ServicesAll Other Information Services

Product/Service Code: SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS, NOT R&DSPECIAL STUDIES - NOT R and D

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Offers Received: 5

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Cubic Corporation (UEI: 008382293)

Address: 4550 THIRD AVENUE SE, STE, LACEY, WA, 10

Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $11,871,410

Exercised Options: $11,871,410

Current Obligation: $12,901,029

Contract Characteristics

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: DABJ0103D0031

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline

Start Date: 2004-08-17

Current End Date: 2007-06-15

Potential End Date: 2007-06-15 00:00:00

Last Modified: 2010-03-05

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