Air Force Space Command Awards $45M for ISR Technical Support to Linquest Corporation
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $45,146,371 ($45.1M)
Contractor: Linquest Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2016-05-01
End Date: 2021-04-30
Contract Duration: 1,825 days
Daily Burn Rate: $24.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: R&D
Official Description: IGF::CL::IGF THE INTEGRATED AIR, SPACE, CYBERSPACE AND INTELLIGENCE, SURVEILLANCE, RECONNAISSANCE (ISR) OPERATIONS DIRECTORATE FOR HEADQUARTER AIR FORCE SPACE COMMAND (HQ AFSPC)/A2/3/6 REQUIRES THE TECHNICAL SYSTEM ANALYSIS, PROGRAMMATIC, ANALYTICAL AND STAFFING SUPPORT TO CARRY OUT THE HQ AFSPC MISSION OF PROVIDING RESILIENT AND AFFORDABLE SPACE AND CYBERSPACE CAPABILITIES FOR THE JOINT FORCE AND THE NATION.
Place of Performance
Location: COLORADO SPRINGS, EL PASO County, COLORADO, 80914
State: Colorado Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $45.1 million to LINQUEST CORPORATION for work described as: IGF::CL::IGF THE INTEGRATED AIR, SPACE, CYBERSPACE AND INTELLIGENCE, SURVEILLANCE, RECONNAISSANCE (ISR) OPERATIONS DIRECTORATE FOR HEADQUARTER AIR FORCE SPACE COMMAND (HQ AFSPC)/A2/3/6 REQUIRES THE TECHNICAL SYSTEM ANALYSIS, PROGRAMMATIC, ANALYTICAL AND STAFFING SUPPORT TO CARRY … Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Linquest Corporation for critical ISR technical and programmatic support. 2. Focus on enhancing space and cyberspace capabilities for the joint force. 3. Research and Development sector, specifically R&D in Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences. 4. Significant duration of 5 years indicates long-term strategic importance.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) structure can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar R&D support contracts is difficult without more detailed cost breakdowns.
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, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the specific exclusion of sources warrants further investigation into its justification and potential impact on price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are allocated for essential ISR operations, aiming to bolster national security through advanced space and cyberspace capabilities.
Public Impact
Enhances national security by supporting critical ISR operations. Supports the development of resilient and affordable space and cyberspace capabilities. Impacts the readiness and effectiveness of the joint military force. Contributes to technological advancement in the aerospace and defense sector.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost growth due to CPFF contract type.
- Lack of detailed cost data for robust benchmarking.
- Justification for exclusion of sources needs review.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports critical national defense mission.
- Long-term contract duration indicates strategic alignment.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Research and Development sector, specifically focusing on physical, engineering, and life sciences. Spending in this area is crucial for maintaining technological superiority and developing advanced defense capabilities.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a stated factor in this contract award (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities were pursued.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract's duration and nature suggest ongoing oversight is necessary to ensure performance, cost control, and adherence to mission objectives. The CPFF structure requires diligent monitoring of expenditures.
Related Government Programs
- Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to CPFF structure.
- Lack of transparency regarding excluded sources.
- Limited public data on specific deliverables and performance metrics.
- Dependence on a single contractor for critical support functions.
Tags
research-and-development-in-the-physical, department-of-defense, co, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $45.1 million to LINQUEST CORPORATION. IGF::CL::IGF THE INTEGRATED AIR, SPACE, CYBERSPACE AND INTELLIGENCE, SURVEILLANCE, RECONNAISSANCE (ISR) OPERATIONS DIRECTORATE FOR HEADQUARTER AIR FORCE SPACE COMMAND (HQ AFSPC)/A2/3/6 REQUIRES THE TECHNICAL SYSTEM ANALYSIS, PROGRAMMATIC, ANALYTICAL AND STAFFING SUPPORT TO CARRY OUT THE HQ AFSPC MISSION OF PROVIDING RESILIENT AND AFFORDABLE SPACE AND CYBERSPACE CAPABILITIES FOR THE JOINT FORCE AND THE NATION.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LINQUEST CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Air Force).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $45.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2016-05-01. End: 2021-04-30.
What specific technical and programmatic support is Linquest Corporation providing, and how does it directly contribute to the HQ AFSPC mission?
Linquest Corporation is providing technical system analysis, programmatic, analytical, and staffing support. This directly contributes to the HQ AFSPC mission by ensuring the development and maintenance of resilient and affordable space and cyberspace capabilities. Their expertise is vital for integrating complex systems and providing the analytical foundation for strategic decision-making in these critical domains.
What were the specific reasons for excluding certain sources during the full and open competition, and did this exclusion impact the final price?
The provided data states 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES' without detailing the specific sources excluded or the rationale. Understanding these exclusions is crucial to assess if they limited the competitive landscape and potentially influenced the final price paid by taxpayers. Further investigation into the justification for these exclusions is warranted.
How does the CPFF contract structure for this R&D effort ensure cost-effectiveness and prevent potential overruns?
The Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) structure incentivizes the contractor to complete the work within the estimated cost while earning a fixed fee. However, it carries inherent risks of cost overruns if the initial estimates are inaccurate or if scope creep occurs without proper controls. Robust government oversight, detailed cost tracking, and clear performance metrics are essential to manage this risk effectively.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Scientific Research and Development Services › Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 5140 W GOLDLEAF CIR STE 400, LOS ANGELES, CA, 90056
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $46,048,373
Exercised Options: $45,792,222
Current Obligation: $45,146,371
Actual Outlays: $928,341
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 12
Total Subaward Amount: $14,073,609
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS00Q14OADS607
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2016-05-01
Current End Date: 2021-04-30
Potential End Date: 2021-04-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2020-09-30
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