DoD Awards $18.9M for Engineering Services to Morgan Research Corp, Competition Limited
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $12,734,669 ($12.7M)
Contractor: CGI Federal Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2006-01-19
End Date: 2010-08-31
Contract Duration: 1,685 days
Daily Burn Rate: $7.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: R&D
Official Description: 200604!001423!2100!W31P4Q!USA AVIATION AND MISSILE COMMAND!W31P4Q05A0030 !A!N! !Y!0018 ! !20060119!20061231!189071368!189071368!189071368!N!MORGAN RESEARCH CORPORATION !4811-A BRADFORD DRIVE !HUNTSVILLE !AL!35805!37000!089!01!HUNTSVILLE !MADISON !ALABAMA !+000001834773!N!N!000000000000!R425!ENGINEERING TECHNICAL SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !000 !NOT DISCERNABLE !541710!E! !7! !S! ! ! !99990909!C! ! !N!Z!A!N!J!2!001! ! !Z!N!Z! ! !Y!A!Y!N!Z! ! ! !A!A!000!A!B!N! ! ! ! ! ! !0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: HUNTSVILLE, MADISON County, ALABAMA, 35898
State: Alabama Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $12.7 million to CGI FEDERAL INC. for work described as: 200604!001423!2100!W31P4Q!USA AVIATION AND MISSILE COMMAND!W31P4Q05A0030 !A!N! !Y!0018 ! !20060119!20061231!189071368!189071368!189071368!N!MORGAN RESEARCH CORPORATION !4811-A BRADFORD DRIVE !HUNTSVILLE !AL!35805!37000!089!01!HUNTSVILLE !MADI… Key points: 1. Contract awarded for Engineering Technical Services, a critical component of defense operations. 2. Morgan Research Corporation secured the contract, facing limited competition. 3. The contract value of $18.9M over 4 years presents a moderate financial commitment. 4. The sector is R&D, specifically engineering services, which is vital for technological advancement in defense.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $18.9M over approximately 4 years suggests a significant investment. Benchmarking against similar engineering services contracts is difficult without more granular data on the specific services provided.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under limited competition, which may have impacted price discovery. The specific reasons for the limitation are not detailed, but it suggests potential for higher costs compared to full and open competition.
Taxpayer Impact: The $18.9M expenditure represents taxpayer funds allocated to specialized engineering services. The limited competition raises questions about whether the most cost-effective solution was secured.
Public Impact
Taxpayers are funding specialized engineering services for the US Army Aviation and Missile Command. The contract supports technological development and maintenance within the defense sector. The duration of the contract (over 4 years) indicates a long-term need for these services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 75 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition may lead to higher costs.
- Lack of detailed service description hinders full value assessment.
Positive Signals
- Contract supports critical defense capabilities.
- Long-term commitment suggests sustained need and potential for stable service delivery.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Research and Development sector, specifically engineering technical services. Spending in this area is crucial for maintaining a technological edge in defense, but requires careful oversight to ensure value for money.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate any specific provisions or awards made to small businesses under this contract. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army. Oversight mechanisms should ensure that the services rendered meet the required technical specifications and that the pricing remains competitive throughout the contract's life.
Related Government Programs
- Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition
- Lack of detailed service description
- Potential for cost overruns due to limited competition
- Need for further justification of limited competition
Tags
research-and-development-in-the-physical, department-of-defense, al, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $12.7 million to CGI FEDERAL INC.. 200604!001423!2100!W31P4Q!USA AVIATION AND MISSILE COMMAND!W31P4Q05A0030 !A!N! !Y!0018 ! !20060119!20061231!189071368!189071368!189071368!N!MORGAN RESEARCH CORPORATION !4811-A BRADFORD DRIVE !HUNTSVILLE !AL!35805!37000!089!01!HUNTSVILLE !MADISON !ALABAMA !+000001834773!N!N!000000000000!R425!ENGINEERING TECHNICAL SERVICES !S1 !SERVICES !000 !NOT DISCERNABLE !541710!E! !7! !S! ! ! !999
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CGI FEDERAL 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 $12.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-01-19. End: 2010-08-31.
What specific engineering technical services are being procured, and how do they align with current and future defense needs?
The contract specifies 'ENGINEERING TECHNICAL SERVICES' under NAICS code 541710 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences). While the general category is clear, the precise nature of these services (e.g., design, testing, analysis, prototyping) is not detailed in the provided data. Understanding the specific deliverables is crucial for assessing their alignment with evolving defense requirements and technological advancements.
What factors led to the 'limited' competition, and what was the justification for not pursuing a full and open competition?
The limited competition aspect warrants further investigation. Typically, such a designation implies that only a few sources were solicited, possibly due to specialized capabilities, urgent needs, or specific government requirements. Understanding the rationale behind this limitation is key to assessing whether it was a necessary measure or a missed opportunity to achieve better pricing and broader market engagement.
How does the per-unit cost or overall value of these engineering services compare to industry benchmarks for similar contracts?
Without a detailed breakdown of the specific engineering tasks and their associated quantities or effort hours, establishing a precise per-unit cost benchmark is challenging. The total contract value of $18.9 million over approximately 4 years provides a general sense of scale. A thorough comparison would require access to more granular service descriptions and pricing data from comparable contracts within the defense R&D sector.
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: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: CGI Inc (UEI: 248513116)
Address: 12601 FAIR LAKES CIR, FAIRFAX, VA, 22033
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Foreign Owned, Foreign-Owned and U.S.-Incorporated Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W31P4Q05A0030
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-01-19
Current End Date: 2010-08-31
Potential End Date: 2010-08-31 12:08:00
Last Modified: 2018-09-20
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