DoD awards $13.3M for Program Management & Financial Support to OASIS SYSTEMS, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $13,303,258 ($13.3M)
Contractor: Oasis Systems, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2007-09-27
End Date: 2012-09-30
Contract Duration: 1,830 days
Daily Burn Rate: $7.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT, FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: LEXINGTON, MIDDLESEX County, MASSACHUSETTS, 02421
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $13.3 million to OASIS SYSTEMS, LLC for work described as: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT, FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Significant contract value for program and financial management services. 2. OASIS SYSTEMS, LLC is the awardee. 3. Awarded by the Department of Defense. 4. Services fall under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330).
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract was awarded in 2007 and ended in 2012, making direct pricing comparisons difficult without current market data. The fixed-price nature suggests an attempt to control costs, but the duration and service scope could lead to cost overruns if not managed effectively.
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. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better value for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The $13.3 million awarded represents taxpayer funds used for essential program and financial management support within the Department of Defense.
Public Impact
Ensures critical program and financial management functions within the DoD are supported. Supports the Defense Contract Management Agency's mission. The duration of the contract (over 5 years) suggests a long-term need for these services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration may have led to outdated service delivery methods.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes value assessment challenging.
- Potential for scope creep in long-term support contracts.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Firm fixed-price contract type aims to control costs.
- Supports critical defense agency functions.
Sector Analysis
The contract falls under Engineering Services, a broad category often involving complex project management and financial oversight. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on project scale and duration, with benchmarks often tied to specific engineering disciplines and contract types.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved as subcontractors. The primary awardee is OASIS SYSTEMS, LLC, and further analysis would be needed to determine its small business status or its utilization of small business partners.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Defense Contract Management Agency, suggesting internal oversight mechanisms. However, the age of the contract limits current visibility into its oversight effectiveness and accountability measures.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Contract awarded over a decade ago.
- Limited performance data available.
- Potential for service obsolescence.
- Scope of services is broad.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, ma, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $13.3 million to OASIS SYSTEMS, LLC. PROGRAM MANAGEMENT, FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is OASIS SYSTEMS, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Contract Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $13.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-09-27. End: 2012-09-30.
What was the specific value delivered by OASIS SYSTEMS, LLC for the $13.3M awarded?
The provided data does not detail the specific deliverables or outcomes achieved by OASIS SYSTEMS, LLC. To assess the value, a review of performance reports, key performance indicators (KPIs), and final contract closeout documentation would be necessary to understand the scope of work completed and its impact on DoD's program and financial management.
What were the primary risks associated with this long-term support contract?
Key risks for this contract likely included potential cost overruns due to scope creep, the risk of service obsolescence over its 5-year duration, and challenges in maintaining consistent quality of service. Ensuring effective contract management and performance monitoring would have been crucial to mitigate these risks.
How effective was the full and open competition in ensuring optimal pricing for these services?
Full and open competition generally promotes competitive pricing. However, the effectiveness in ensuring optimal pricing depends on the number and quality of bidders, the clarity of the solicitation, and the government's negotiation strategy. Without comparative data from similar contracts awarded during the same period, it's difficult to definitively state if the pricing was optimal.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation ID: N0002407R3461
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 24 HARTWELL AVE, LEXINGTON, MA, 02421
Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $173,828,838
Exercised Options: $47,431,733
Current Obligation: $13,303,258
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: N0017804D4081
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-09-27
Current End Date: 2012-09-30
Potential End Date: 2012-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2019-06-11
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