DoD's $31.8M Contract for Professional Services Awarded to Calibre Systems Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $31,843,850 ($31.8M)
Contractor: Calibre Systems Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2012-11-20
End Date: 2019-03-08
Contract Duration: 2,299 days
Daily Burn Rate: $13.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: FUNDING FOR CLIN 1001
Place of Performance
Location: FORT IRWIN, SAN BERNARDINO County, CALIFORNIA, 92310
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $31.8 million to CALIBRE SYSTEMS INC for work described as: FUNDING FOR CLIN 1001 Key points: 1. Contract value of $31.8M for professional services. 2. Awarded under full and open competition. 3. Potential risk associated with the 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' NAICS code. 4. Spending falls within the broad professional services sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $31.8M is moderate for professional services. Benchmarking against similar contracts is difficult without more specific service details, but the duration suggests a substantial engagement.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing. The use of a delivery order under a larger contract structure may influence price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is intended to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently by fostering a competitive environment for contract awards.
Public Impact
Provides essential professional, scientific, and technical services to the Department of the Army. Supports military operations and readiness through specialized expertise. The duration of the contract (2299 days) indicates a long-term need for these services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Broad NAICS code may obscure specific service costs.
- Long contract duration could lead to cost overruns if not managed effectively.
Positive Signals
- Awarded via full and open competition.
- Firm Fixed Price contract type helps control costs.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional, scientific, and technical services, a broad category. Spending benchmarks vary widely within this sector depending on the specific services rendered and agency.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved in this contract, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded via a delivery order, suggesting it may be part of a larger indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract. Oversight would focus on the performance of Calibre Systems Inc. and the management of the delivery order by the Department of the Army.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Broad NAICS code limits specificity.
- Long contract duration.
- Potential for scope creep if not managed.
- Lack of small business participation data.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-defense, ca, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $31.8 million to CALIBRE SYSTEMS INC. FUNDING FOR CLIN 1001
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CALIBRE SYSTEMS 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 $31.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2012-11-20. End: 2019-03-08.
What specific services were provided under NAICS 541990, and how do they align with the contract value?
The NAICS code 541990, 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services,' is very broad. Understanding the precise nature of the services rendered (e.g., research, consulting, specialized technical support) is crucial for assessing value. Without this detail, it's difficult to determine if $31.8M over nearly six years is appropriate or excessive for the actual work performed.
What were the key factors driving the decision for a long-term contract (2299 days) under full and open competition?
A long contract duration suggests a sustained need for the services provided. Factors could include the complexity of the requirements, the need for specialized expertise that takes time to develop or integrate, or strategic planning by the Department of the Army. Full and open competition indicates that multiple vendors were considered, implying a competitive process led to this duration and the selected vendor.
How effectively did the firm fixed price contract type manage cost risks over the contract's lifespan?
A firm fixed price (FFP) contract is designed to shift cost risk to the contractor, providing budget certainty for the government. For this $31.8M contract, the FFP structure implies that Calibre Systems Inc. assumed the risk of cost overruns. The government's primary concern would be ensuring the contractor delivered the agreed-upon services within the fixed price, which requires diligent oversight of performance and scope.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: W911S010R0008
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 6354 WALKER LN STE 300, ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22310
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $31,843,850
Exercised Options: $31,843,850
Current Obligation: $31,843,850
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 1
Total Subaward Amount: $37,456
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W911S011D0046
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2012-11-20
Current End Date: 2019-03-08
Potential End Date: 2019-03-08 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2019-03-11
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