DOT's FAA Adds $171K to ASRC Contract for Labor, Travel, Materials

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $14,519,164 ($14.5M)

Contractor: Asrc Research and Technology Solutions LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Transportation

Start Date: 2009-07-29

End Date: 2017-06-15

Contract Duration: 2,878 days

Daily Burn Rate: $5.0K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS

Sector: IT

Official Description: ADD FUNDING TO COVER PARTIAL YEAR LABOR, TRAVEL, AND MATERIAL COSTS. FUNDING WILL BE DISTRIBUTED AS FOLLOWS: LABOR = $97,226.80 TRAVEL = $13,060.00 MATERIALS = $61,000.00

Place of Performance

Location: GREENBELT, PRINCE GEORGES County, MARYLAND, 20770

State: Maryland Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Transportation obligated $14.5 million to ASRC RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS LLC for work described as: ADD FUNDING TO COVER PARTIAL YEAR LABOR, TRAVEL, AND MATERIAL COSTS. FUNDING WILL BE DISTRIBUTED AS FOLLOWS: LABOR = $97,226.80 TRAVEL = $13,060.00 MATERIALS = $61,000.00 Key points: 1. Funding increase of $171,286.80 for partial year costs. 2. Contract awarded to ASRC Research and Technology Solutions LLC. 3. Services fall under 'Other Computer Related Services' (NAICS 541519). 4. Contract duration spans from July 2009 to June 2017.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract's total value is $14.5 million, with this modification adding $171,286.80. This represents a small increase relative to the overall contract value, suggesting it's for incremental costs rather than a significant scope change.

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. The price discovery mechanism is likely based on established rates for time and materials, which can be subject to fluctuations.

Taxpayer Impact: The additional funding of $171,286.80 represents a minor increase in taxpayer expenditure for ongoing services.

Public Impact

Ensures continued support for FAA operations through essential labor, travel, and materials. Supports a specific contractor, ASRC Research and Technology Solutions LLC. Funding allocated across labor, travel, and materials categories.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Potential for cost overruns if time and materials are not closely managed.
Lack of specific detail on how the $171K will be utilized beyond broad categories.

Positive Signals

Funding addresses critical operational needs.
Contract awarded through competitive process.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically 'Other Computer Related Services'. Spending benchmarks for this category can vary widely based on the complexity and duration of services provided.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates the prime contractor is ASRC Research and Technology Solutions LLC. There is no information provided regarding small business subcontracting on this specific delivery order.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded as a delivery order under a larger contract. Oversight would typically involve monitoring performance, expenditures, and adherence to contract terms by the FAA contracting officer.

Related Government Programs

Other Computer Related Services
Department of Transportation Contracting
Federal Aviation Administration Programs

Risk Flags

Potential for cost creep with Time and Materials pricing.
Lack of detailed justification for the additional funding.
No explicit mention of small business participation.
Long contract duration (2009-2017) may indicate evolving needs or legacy systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Transportation awarded $14.5 million to ASRC RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS LLC. ADD FUNDING TO COVER PARTIAL YEAR LABOR, TRAVEL, AND MATERIAL COSTS. FUNDING WILL BE DISTRIBUTED AS FOLLOWS: LABOR = $97,226.80 TRAVEL = $13,060.00 MATERIALS = $61,000.00

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is ASRC RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Transportation (Federal Aviation Administration).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $14.5 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2009-07-29. End: 2017-06-15.

What is the specific nature of the labor, travel, and material costs being funded, and why were they not fully anticipated in the original contract?

The provided data lacks specificity regarding the exact nature of the labor, travel, and material costs. Typically, such additions are for unforeseen operational needs, minor scope adjustments, or to cover partial year operational requirements that may arise due to contract phasing or extended needs. A more detailed justification would be required from the agency to understand the precise reasons for the partial year funding.

How does the 'time and materials' pricing structure ensure cost-effectiveness for these additional funds, given the competitive award?

While awarded competitively, 'time and materials' contracts can pose a risk to cost-effectiveness if not managed diligently. The agency must actively monitor labor hours, rates, and material costs to ensure they align with the work performed and are reasonable. The competitive nature of the initial award helps establish a baseline, but ongoing oversight is crucial to prevent potential overruns on this pricing model.

What is the overall impact of this funding modification on the FAA's budget for 'Other Computer Related Services'?

This specific modification adds $171,286.80 to an existing contract, which is a relatively small amount compared to the total contract value of $14.5 million. The overall impact on the FAA's budget for 'Other Computer Related Services' would depend on the scale of other similar contracts and the total allocated budget for this service category. This addition likely represents a minor adjustment within the broader IT services expenditure.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services

Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (UEI: 076637073)

Address: 6303 IVY LANE STE 130, GREENBELT, MD, 20770

Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $29,368,030

Exercised Options: $14,519,164

Current Obligation: $14,519,164

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: DTFACT09D00010

IDV Type: IDC

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