DoD Awards $192.5M for Missile Systems Engineering Services to Motorola, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $139,429,695 ($139.4M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 1999-11-15
End Date: 2007-12-31
Contract Duration: 2,968 days
Daily Burn Rate: $47.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: 200002!2100!000213!AH01 !USA AVIATION AND MISSILE COMMAND!DAAH0199C0063 !A!*!P00007 !19991115!20030930!192546117!192546117!192546117!N!94990!MOTOROLA, INC !P.O. BOX 1417 !SCOTTSDALE !AZ!85252!65000!013!04!SCOTTSDALE !MARICOPA !ARIZONA !0001!+000000100000!N!N!000000000000!R414!SYSTEMS ENGINEERING SERVICES !A2 !MISSILE AND SPACE SYSTEMS !1000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !8999!3!*!*!*!B!A!*!A !Y!U!2!003!G!* !Z!N!Z!* !* !N!C!*!A!A!A!A!A!A!* !*!N!A!C!N!*!*!*!*!*!
Place of Performance
Location: SCOTTSDALE, MARICOPA County, ARIZONA, 85257
State: Arizona Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $139.4 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC. for work described as: 200002!2100!000213!AH01 !USA AVIATION AND MISSILE COMMAND!DAAH0199C0063 !A!*!P00007 !19991115!20030930!192546117!192546117!192546117!N!94990!MOTOROLA, INC !P.O. BOX 1417 !SCOTTSDALE !AZ!85252!65000!013!04!SCOTTSDALE !MARICOPA !ARIZONA !0001!+000000100000!N!N!000000000000!R414!SYS… Key points: 1. Contract awarded for missile and space systems engineering services. 2. Motorola, Inc. secured the contract valued at $192,546,117. 3. Competition was full and open after exclusion of sources. 4. The contract duration spans from November 1999 to September 2003.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $192.5M for systems engineering services appears within a reasonable range for complex defense projects. However, without specific benchmarks for similar missile and space systems engineering contracts, a precise pricing assessment is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition after exclusion of sources, indicating an attempt to solicit a broad range of bidders. This method generally promotes price discovery, though the specific exclusion criteria could have limited the competitive pool.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being utilized for critical defense systems engineering, with the competition method aiming for cost-effectiveness.
Public Impact
Supports national defense capabilities through advanced missile and space systems. Invests in technological development within the aerospace and defense sector. Provides employment opportunities within the defense contracting industry. Ensures the operational readiness of critical military assets.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition details provided.
- Potential for cost overruns in cost-plus contracts.
- Long contract duration may lead to scope creep.
Positive Signals
- Awarded to a well-known technology company.
- Supports critical defense infrastructure.
- Utilizes a competitive bidding process.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Information Technology and Defense sectors, specifically focusing on complex systems engineering for missile and space applications. Spending in this area is typically high due to the specialized nature and critical importance of defense technologies.
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 if small business participation was encouraged or achieved.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is managed by the Department of Defense, with oversight likely provided by the Defense Contract Management Agency. Accountability for performance and cost would be subject to standard government contracting regulations and oversight mechanisms.
Related Government Programs
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost-plus contract type carries inherent risk of cost overruns.
- Contract duration is substantial, increasing potential for scope creep.
- Details on specific performance metrics and deliverables are limited.
- The 'exclusion of sources' clause warrants further investigation into its impact on competition.
Tags
department-of-defense, az, definitive-contract, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $139.4 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC.. 200002!2100!000213!AH01 !USA AVIATION AND MISSILE COMMAND!DAAH0199C0063 !A!*!P00007 !19991115!20030930!192546117!192546117!192546117!N!94990!MOTOROLA, INC !P.O. BOX 1417 !SCOTTSDALE !AZ!85252!65000!013!04!SCOTTSDALE !MARICOPA !ARIZONA !0001!+000000100000!N!N!000000000000!R414!SYSTEMS ENGINEERING SERVICES !A2 !MISSILE AND SPACE SYSTEMS !1000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !8999!3!*!*!*!B!A!*!A !Y!U!2!003!G!* !Z!N!Z!* !* !N!C!*!A!A!A!A!A!A!* !*!N!A!C!N!*!*!*!*!*!
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, 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 $139.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 1999-11-15. End: 2007-12-31.
What specific systems engineering tasks were performed under this contract, and how did they contribute to the overall missile and space programs?
The contract focused on 'SYSTEMS ENGINEERING SERVICES' for 'MISSILE AND SPACE SYSTEMS'. This likely encompassed a broad range of activities including design, integration, testing, analysis, and technical support for complex defense platforms. The specific contributions would be tied to the lifecycle of the missile and space systems being supported, ensuring their functionality, reliability, and performance in operational environments.
Given the 'COST PLUS FIXED FEE' contract type, what were the primary cost drivers and how were they managed to prevent significant overruns?
Cost-plus contracts, especially for complex R&D or engineering, inherently carry risk of cost overruns. Primary drivers would include labor (highly skilled engineers), materials, specialized equipment, and testing facilities. Effective management would involve stringent oversight of direct and indirect costs, detailed progress reporting, robust change control processes, and clear performance metrics to ensure the fixed fee remained appropriate for the work performed.
How did the 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES' process ensure the best value for the government compared to unrestricted full and open competition?
This procurement method suggests that while the competition was intended to be broad, certain sources were excluded for specific reasons (e.g., proprietary technology, past performance, security clearances). The government likely determined that excluding certain sources would still yield sufficient competition to achieve best value, potentially by focusing on highly specialized capabilities. The effectiveness hinges on whether the exclusions were justified and did not unduly restrict competition to the detriment of price or innovation.
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: ALTERNATIVE SOURCES
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: General Dynamics Corp
Address: 8201 E MCDOWELL ROAD, SCOTTSDALE, AZ, 85257
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 1999-11-15
Current End Date: 2007-12-31
Potential End Date: 2007-12-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2023-01-30
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