DHS Coast Guard awards $17.1M for DITC Production & Deployment to Integrated Coast Guard Systems LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $17,133,474 ($17.1M)
Contractor: Integrated Coast Guard Systems LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2002-08-02
End Date: 2002-09-01
Contract Duration: 30 days
Daily Burn Rate: $571.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS INCENTIVE
Sector: IT
Official Description: DITC PRODUCTION AND DEPLOYMENT
Place of Performance
Location: ARLINGTON, ARLINGTON County, VIRGINIA, 22209
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $17.1 million to INTEGRATED COAST GUARD SYSTEMS LLC for work described as: DITC PRODUCTION AND DEPLOYMENT Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Integrated Coast Guard Systems LLC for DITC Production and Deployment. 2. The contract value is $17.1 million. 3. Awarded under full and open competition. 4. The contract is for Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing. 5. The contract was awarded by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost Plus Incentive, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The award amount of $17.1M for a 30-day duration seems high, suggesting potential inefficiencies or a complex scope.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. However, the specific pricing details and how they were evaluated against other bids are not provided, making it difficult to assess price discovery effectiveness.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is generally positive for taxpayers, as it aims to secure the best value. However, the cost-plus incentive structure warrants scrutiny to ensure efficient use of funds.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operation and deployment of critical DITC systems for the Coast Guard. Supports advanced navigation and guidance technology for maritime safety and security. The contract's duration of 30 days for such a significant value raises questions about the scope and potential for follow-on work.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Incentive contract type
- Short duration (30 days) with high value
- Lack of detailed performance metrics in provided data
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized
- Awarded to a specific company for a defined system
Sector Analysis
The contract falls under the 'Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing' sector. Spending in this area is crucial for national security and maritime operations. Benchmarks for similar contracts are not readily available without more specific system details.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates the contract was awarded to 'INTEGRATED COAST GUARD SYSTEMS LLC' and does not specify if small businesses were involved as subcontractors. Further investigation would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard. Oversight would typically involve monitoring the contractor's performance against the cost-plus incentive structure and ensuring deliverables meet requirements.
Related Government Programs
- Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- U.S. Coast Guard Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to CPIF contract type.
- High cost for a very short contract duration.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics and system specifics.
- Unclear small business participation.
Tags
search-detection-navigation-guidance-aer, department-of-homeland-security, va, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $17.1 million to INTEGRATED COAST GUARD SYSTEMS LLC. DITC PRODUCTION AND DEPLOYMENT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is INTEGRATED COAST GUARD SYSTEMS LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (U.S. Coast Guard).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $17.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2002-08-02. End: 2002-09-01.
What specific DITC systems are being produced and deployed under this contract, and what is the justification for the $17.1M cost over just 30 days?
The provided data lacks specifics on the DITC systems. The high cost for a short duration suggests either a very complex, high-value production run, significant setup/deployment costs, or potentially an inflated estimate. Further details on the system's complexity and the breakdown of costs are necessary for a thorough value assessment.
Given the Cost Plus Incentive (CPIF) contract type, what are the defined incentive targets and how are they structured to mitigate risk and ensure cost efficiency for the taxpayer?
The data does not specify the incentive targets or the sharing arrangements for the CPIF contract. Effective oversight is crucial to ensure the incentives align with desired outcomes, such as cost savings or performance improvements, and that the government is protected from excessive costs.
How does the performance of Integrated Coast Guard Systems LLC on this and similar contracts inform the effectiveness of the U.S. Coast Guard's procurement processes in this sector?
Assessing the effectiveness requires historical performance data for Integrated Coast Guard Systems LLC and comparisons with other vendors in the maritime navigation and systems sector. Without past performance reviews or data on successful system integration and reliability, it's difficult to gauge the long-term effectiveness of this specific award.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing › Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: COMM/DETECT/COHERENT RADIATION
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS INCENTIVE (V)
Contractor Details
Address: 300 M ST SE STE 685, WASHINGTON, DC, 98
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $17,207,589
Exercised Options: $17,207,589
Current Obligation: $17,133,474
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DTCG2302C2DW001
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2002-08-02
Current End Date: 2002-09-01
Potential End Date: 2002-09-01 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2013-08-19
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