DoD's $27.5M Engineering Services Contract for PM-CCS Awarded to Engineering Solutions & Products LLC

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $27,540,998 ($27.5M)

Contractor: Engineering Solutions & Products LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2008-02-01

End Date: 2012-08-31

Contract Duration: 1,673 days

Daily Burn Rate: $16.5K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS

Sector: Defense

Official Description: ACQUISITION AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT FOR PROJECT MANAGER FOR CLOSE COMBAT SYSTEMS (PM-CCS)

Place of Performance

Location: MORRISVILLE, WAKE County, NORTH CAROLINA, 27560

State: North Carolina Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $27.5 million to ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS & PRODUCTS LLC for work described as: ACQUISITION AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT FOR PROJECT MANAGER FOR CLOSE COMBAT SYSTEMS (PM-CCS) Key points: 1. Contract value of $27.5M over 4 years. 2. Competition type: Full and Open. 3. Risk: Potential for cost overruns with Time and Materials pricing. 4. Sector: Defense - Engineering Services.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract's Time and Materials pricing structure presents a risk for cost control. Benchmarking against similar engineering services contracts is difficult without detailed labor rates and hours.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the Time and Materials pricing could limit price discovery and potentially lead to higher costs if not managed closely.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are utilized for engineering support services. The effectiveness of competition and pricing structure will determine the overall value for money.

Public Impact

Supports Project Manager for Close Combat Systems (PM-CCS). Contract duration of over 4 years. Services provided by Engineering Solutions & Products LLC.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Time and Materials pricing
Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data

Positive Signals

Full and open competition

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector, which is crucial for defense projects. Spending in this area is often project-specific and can vary significantly based on technological advancements and program needs.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this specific award (ss: false, sb: false).

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight would focus on the contractor's adherence to contract terms, efficient use of labor hours, and justification of costs under the Time and Materials structure.

Related Government Programs

Engineering Services
Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Army Programs

Risk Flags

Time and Materials pricing model
Potential for cost overruns
Limited visibility into specific performance metrics
Contract duration exceeding 4 years

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $27.5 million to ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS & PRODUCTS LLC. ACQUISITION AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT FOR PROJECT MANAGER FOR CLOSE COMBAT SYSTEMS (PM-CCS)

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS & PRODUCTS LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $27.5 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2008-02-01. End: 2012-08-31.

What is the estimated cost savings or efficiency gained through this contract compared to alternative approaches?

Without detailed performance metrics and cost breakdowns, it's challenging to quantify specific cost savings or efficiencies. The value is derived from the specialized engineering support provided to PM-CCS. Future analysis should focus on comparing actual costs against projected budgets and assessing the impact of the Time and Materials pricing on overall expenditure.

What are the primary risks associated with the Time and Materials pricing model for this contract?

The primary risk with Time and Materials (T&M) pricing is the potential for cost escalation if not managed diligently. The government pays for actual labor hours and material costs, which can lead to higher overall costs than fixed-price contracts if the contractor's efficiency is low or if scope creep occurs without proper controls. Effective oversight is crucial to mitigate this risk.

How effectively does this contract support the mission objectives of Project Manager for Close Combat Systems?

The contract provides essential acquisition and administrative support, directly contributing to the functioning of PM-CCS. The effectiveness hinges on the quality of engineering services delivered by Engineering Solutions & Products LLC and their ability to meet the project's evolving needs within the allocated budget and timeframe.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering 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

Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 14566 LEE RD, CHANTILLY, VA, 20151

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $30,915,757

Exercised Options: $30,625,171

Current Obligation: $27,540,998

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: W15P7T06DE406

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline