DoD's $45.6M Contract for Other Env Services to GEO-CENTERS, INC. Awarded via Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $11,002,287 ($11.0M)
Contractor: Leidos, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2003-09-23
End Date: 2017-09-30
Contract Duration: 5,121 days
Daily Burn Rate: $2.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: 200312!001036!2100!AD13 !USA MATERIEL COMMAND ACQUISITION!DAAD1301D0006 !A!N! !Y!0012 !20030923!20031231!030813091!030813091!030813091!N!GEO-CENTERS, INC !7 WELLS AVENUE !NEWTON CENTRE !MA!02459!45595!017!25!NEWTON CENTER !MIDDLESEX !MASS !+000004600000!N!N!000000000000!F999!OTHER ENVIRON SVCS, STUDIES, & ANALYTICAL SUPPORT !S1 !SERVICES !1000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !541710!E! !5!B!S! ! ! !99990909!B! ! !A! !A!U!U!2!002!B! !Z!N!Z! ! !N!C!N! ! ! !A!A!A!A!000!A!B!N! ! ! !Y! ! !0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: NEWTON CENTER, MIDDLESEX County, MASSACHUSETTS, 02459
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $11.0 million to LEIDOS, INC. for work described as: 200312!001036!2100!AD13 !USA MATERIEL COMMAND ACQUISITION!DAAD1301D0006 !A!N! !Y!0012 !20030923!20031231!030813091!030813091!030813091!N!GEO-CENTERS, INC !7 WELLS AVENUE !NEWTON CENTRE !MA!02459!45595!017!25!NEWTON CENTER !MIDDL… Key points: 1. The contract value is $45.6 million, awarded to GEO-CENTERS, INC. 2. The awarding agency is the Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army. 3. The contract falls under the 'Other Env Serv, Studies, & Analytical Support' category. 4. Competition was full and open, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 5. The contract duration is over 13 years, from 2003 to 2017.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $45.6 million over 13 years suggests a moderate annual spend. Without specific unit costs or comparable contracts for similar environmental services, a precise pricing assessment is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating that multiple bidders had the opportunity to compete. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better pricing for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award is positive for taxpayers, as it likely resulted in a more favorable price compared to a sole-source or limited competition scenario.
Public Impact
Environmental consulting services are crucial for government operations and compliance. The long duration of the contract suggests a sustained need for these services. The award to a single company, GEO-CENTERS, INC., highlights potential specialization in this niche. The specific environmental services provided are not detailed, limiting public understanding of the direct impact.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of detailed service description
- Long contract duration without clear performance metrics
- Limited information on specific environmental outcomes
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition
- Clear awarding agency and contract type
Sector Analysis
The contract falls under 'Other Environmental Services, Studies, & Analytical Support' (NAICS 541710). Spending in this sector is common across government agencies for research, development, and compliance. Benchmarks are difficult without specific service details.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses had opportunities to participate as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, part of the Department of Defense. Standard oversight mechanisms for federal contracts would apply, but specific oversight details are not provided.
Related Government Programs
- Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific service details
- Extended contract duration without clear performance metrics
- Potential for cost overruns in long-term service contracts
- Limited transparency on subcontractor utilization
Tags
research-and-development-in-the-physical, department-of-defense, ma, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $11.0 million to LEIDOS, INC.. 200312!001036!2100!AD13 !USA MATERIEL COMMAND ACQUISITION!DAAD1301D0006 !A!N! !Y!0012 !20030923!20031231!030813091!030813091!030813091!N!GEO-CENTERS, INC !7 WELLS AVENUE !NEWTON CENTRE !MA!02459!45595!017!25!NEWTON CENTER !MIDDLESEX !MASS !+000004600000!N!N!000000000000!F999!OTHER ENVIRON SVCS, STUDIES, & ANALYTICAL SUPPORT !S1 !SERVICES !1000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !541710!E! !5!B!S! ! ! !99990909!B
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LEIDOS, 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 $11.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2003-09-23. End: 2017-09-30.
What specific environmental services were provided under this contract, and what were the key deliverables?
The contract description 'Other Env Serv, Studies, & Analytical Support' is broad. Specific deliverables could range from environmental impact assessments, remediation studies, compliance monitoring, to research and development in environmental science. Without more granular data, the exact nature and impact of the services remain unclear, making it difficult to assess their value beyond the stated contract amount.
Given the 13-year duration, were there mechanisms for performance review and contract adjustment to ensure continued value and relevance?
Federal contracts of this length typically include provisions for periodic performance reviews, option periods, and potential adjustments based on evolving requirements or economic conditions. However, the provided data does not detail these specific oversight mechanisms. The absence of this information raises questions about how the government ensured the contractor consistently met performance standards and provided value throughout the extended period.
How did the 'full and open competition' process ensure the most effective and cost-efficient environmental solutions were selected?
Full and open competition is designed to solicit bids from all interested parties, fostering a competitive environment that theoretically leads to the best value. The effectiveness in this case depends on the clarity of the solicitation, the evaluation criteria used, and the number and quality of bids received. While the process itself is a positive indicator, the ultimate effectiveness hinges on the specific implementation and the chosen contractor's performance.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Scientific Research and Development Services › Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
Product/Service Code: NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT › NATURAL RESOURCES - OTHER SVCS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Leidos Holdings, Inc. (UEI: 611641312)
Address: 1710 SAIC DR, MCLEAN, VA, 22102
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $1,617,249
Exercised Options: $1,617,249
Current Obligation: $11,002,287
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DAAD1301D0006
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2003-09-23
Current End Date: 2017-09-30
Potential End Date: 2017-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2017-06-14
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