GSA Awards $14.7M Contract to Advanced Technology and Research Corp for Engineering Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $14,733,241 ($14.7M)
Contractor: Advanced Technology and Research Corporation
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2022-08-12
End Date: 2027-08-11
Contract Duration: 1,825 days
Daily Burn Rate: $8.1K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: SHIPBOARD AM SBIR III CONTRACT 47QFCA22C0017. THIS AWARD IS DERIVED FROM WORK COMPLETED UNDER SBIR PHASE II CONTRACT (N68335-19-C0835), STTR PHASE I CONTRACT (N68335-20-C0655), STTR PHASE II CONTRACT (N68335-22-C0140).
Place of Performance
Location: PHILADELPHIA, PHILADELPHIA County, PENNSYLVANIA, 19112
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $14.7 million to ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY AND RESEARCH CORPORATION for work described as: SHIPBOARD AM SBIR III CONTRACT 47QFCA22C0017. THIS AWARD IS DERIVED FROM WORK COMPLETED UNDER SBIR PHASE II CONTRACT (N68335-19-C0835), STTR PHASE I CONTRACT (N68335-20-C0655), STTR PHASE II CONTRACT (N68335-22-C0140). Key points: 1. Contract value of $14.7M awarded to Advanced Technology and Research Corporation. 2. This award is a follow-on to previous SBIR/STTR contracts, indicating continued development. 3. The contract is not available for competition, raising potential concerns about price discovery. 4. Engineering Services sector spending is significant, but specific benchmarks for this niche are unavailable.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
Contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Without comparable contract data, assessing pricing efficiency is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract is not available for competition, suggesting a sole-source or limited competition scenario. This limits price discovery and potentially increases costs for taxpayers.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition may result in a higher price than if multiple vendors were considered, impacting taxpayer value.
Public Impact
Follow-on contract for advanced technology development, potentially leading to innovative solutions. Supports a specific company's ongoing research and development efforts. The limited competition aspect warrants scrutiny to ensure fair pricing.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type
Positive Signals
- Follow-on to SBIR/STTR, indicating successful prior phases
- Supports advanced technology development
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Engineering Services. Federal spending in this sector is substantial, often involving complex R&D and specialized technical support. Benchmarking is challenging due to the niche nature of the work.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in subcontracting opportunities. Further investigation would be needed to assess small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract's limited competition status suggests a need for robust oversight to ensure the government receives fair value and that the contractor meets performance expectations.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data
- Potential for cost overruns
Tags
engineering-services, general-services-administration, pa, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $14.7 million to ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY AND RESEARCH CORPORATION. SHIPBOARD AM SBIR III CONTRACT 47QFCA22C0017. THIS AWARD IS DERIVED FROM WORK COMPLETED UNDER SBIR PHASE II CONTRACT (N68335-19-C0835), STTR PHASE I CONTRACT (N68335-20-C0655), STTR PHASE II CONTRACT (N68335-22-C0140).
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY AND RESEARCH CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $14.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2022-08-12. End: 2027-08-11.
What is the justification for limiting competition on this contract, and how does it ensure value for money?
The justification for limited competition is not provided in the data. Typically, such justifications are based on unique capabilities, prior successful development under SBIR/STTR programs, or specific national security needs. Without this information, it's difficult to assess if value for money is being achieved compared to a competitive process.
What are the potential risks associated with a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract in this context?
Cost Plus Fixed Fee contracts carry the risk of cost overruns if the contractor's estimated costs are inaccurate or if unforeseen technical challenges arise. The fixed fee provides an incentive for the contractor to control costs, but the government bears the risk of actual expenses exceeding estimates. Effective oversight is crucial to mitigate these risks.
How does the SBIR/STTR program's success translate into tangible benefits for this follow-on contract?
The SBIR/STTR program aims to foster innovation by small businesses. A follow-on contract suggests that the initial research and development phases were successful and met specific government needs. The tangible benefits would be the transition of that innovative technology into a usable product or service, addressing a specific agency requirement.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT › C – National Defense R&D Services
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: 47QFCA22R0030
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 12301 KILN CT STE A, BELTSVILLE, MD, 20705
Business Categories: Asian Pacific American Owned Business, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Manufacturer of Goods, Minority Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $34,997,515
Exercised Options: $20,998,853
Current Obligation: $14,733,241
Actual Outlays: $9,558,538
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2022-08-12
Current End Date: 2027-08-11
Potential End Date: 2027-08-11 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-02
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