DoD awards $50.3M for aircraft maintenance field support to URS Federal Services Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $50,335,474 ($50.3M)
Contractor: URS Federal Services Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2007-03-14
End Date: 2011-06-07
Contract Duration: 1,546 days
Daily Burn Rate: $32.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Defense
Official Description: LABOR SERVICES TO ACCOMPLISH THE AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE FIELD-LEVEL SUPPORT FOR THE CA AVCRAD.
Place of Performance
Location: OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA County, OKLAHOMA, 73110
State: Oklahoma Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $50.3 million to URS FEDERAL SERVICES INC. for work described as: LABOR SERVICES TO ACCOMPLISH THE AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE FIELD-LEVEL SUPPORT FOR THE CA AVCRAD. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to URS Federal Services Inc. for aircraft maintenance support. 2. The contract value is $50.3 million. 3. The contract falls under the 'Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing' NAICS code. 4. This award represents a significant investment in defense readiness and maintenance capabilities.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract was awarded using a Time and Materials pricing structure. This structure can lead to cost overruns if not carefully managed, making direct price comparison difficult without detailed labor rates and hours.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the Time and Materials pricing type may limit price discovery compared to fixed-price contracts.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers are impacted by the $50.3 million expenditure, with the effectiveness of this spending dependent on efficient service delivery and cost control.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operational readiness for critical aircraft. Supports specialized field-level maintenance services. Contributes to the defense industrial base and associated jobs. Potential for cost escalation due to Time and Materials pricing.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials pricing structure
- Potential for cost overruns
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown in provided data
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Supports critical defense function
- Long-term contract duration
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the aerospace and defense sector, specifically focusing on aircraft maintenance. Spending benchmarks in this area are highly variable, depending on the complexity of the aircraft and the scope of maintenance required.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to small businesses. Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities were made available to small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight is managed by the Defense Contract Management Agency. The Time and Materials contract type necessitates robust oversight to ensure fair pricing and prevent contractor inefficiencies.
Related Government Programs
- Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Time and Materials pricing
- Potential for cost creep
- Limited visibility into specific labor costs
- Contract duration of over 4 years
Tags
other-aircraft-parts-and-auxiliary-equip, department-of-defense, ok, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $50.3 million to URS FEDERAL SERVICES INC.. LABOR SERVICES TO ACCOMPLISH THE AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE FIELD-LEVEL SUPPORT FOR THE CA AVCRAD.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is URS FEDERAL SERVICES INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Contract Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $50.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-03-14. End: 2011-06-07.
What was the average hourly labor rate and estimated hours used to arrive at the $50.3M total?
The provided data does not specify the average hourly labor rate or the estimated hours. A Time and Materials contract's total cost is a function of these two variables. Without them, it's impossible to assess the value or efficiency of the labor provided.
What specific aircraft systems or platforms does this field-level support cover?
The data specifies 'CA AVCRAD' which likely refers to a specific type of aircraft or system within the Department of the Air Force's inventory. Detailed information on the specific aircraft platforms supported would be necessary to fully understand the scope and criticality of the maintenance services.
Were there any performance metrics or key performance indicators (KPIs) defined in the contract to measure effectiveness?
The provided data does not include details on performance metrics or KPIs. For a Time and Materials contract, effective oversight often relies on tracking delivery schedules, quality of work, and adherence to technical specifications, even without explicitly stated KPIs in this summary.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing › Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD EQUIPMENT › MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: AECOM Global II, LLC (UEI: 043271568)
Address: 175 ADMIRAL COCHRANE DR, ANNAPOLIS, MD, 03
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $50,335,474
Exercised Options: $50,335,474
Current Obligation: $50,335,474
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: F3460197D0423
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-03-14
Current End Date: 2011-06-07
Potential End Date: 2011-06-07 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2010-06-07
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