DoD awards $30.3M for HSC-3 maintenance and launch/recovery support to PAE Aviation and Technical Services LLC

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $30,299,465 ($30.3M)

Contractor: PAE Aviation and Technical Services LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2019-11-01

End Date: 2022-03-31

Contract Duration: 881 days

Daily Burn Rate: $34.4K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 6

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Defense

Official Description: ORGANIZATIONAL LEVEL MAINTENANCE AND LAUNCH AND RECOVERY SUPPORT FOR HSC-3 LOCATED AT NAS NORTH ISLAND, CA.

Place of Performance

Location: ARLINGTON, ARLINGTON County, VIRGINIA, 22201

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $30.3 million to PAE AVIATION AND TECHNICAL SERVICES LLC for work described as: ORGANIZATIONAL LEVEL MAINTENANCE AND LAUNCH AND RECOVERY SUPPORT FOR HSC-3 LOCATED AT NAS NORTH ISLAND, CA. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to PAE Aviation and Technical Services LLC for organizational level maintenance and launch/recovery support. 2. The contract is for HSC-3 located at NAS North Island, CA. 3. This is a delivery order under a larger contract. 4. The contract value is $30,299,464.80. 5. The contract duration is 881 days.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The contract value of $30.3M for organizational level maintenance and launch/recovery support appears reasonable given the scope and duration. Benchmarking against similar aviation support contracts would provide a more precise assessment.

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 ensures fair market value.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for essential aviation support services.

Public Impact

Ensures operational readiness of HSC-3 helicopters. Supports critical naval aviation training and operations at NAS North Island. Provides essential maintenance and launch/recovery services, contributing to mission success.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Potential for cost overruns if scope expands beyond initial estimates.
Dependence on a single contractor for critical support functions.

Positive Signals

Awarded through full and open competition.
Supports a vital naval aviation unit.
Firm Fixed Price contract type helps control costs.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Aircraft Manufacturing sector, specifically supporting aviation operations. Spending in this area is crucial for maintaining military readiness and technological advancement.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates the awardee is PAE AVIATION AND TECHNICAL SERVICES LLC, a large business. There is no specific information provided regarding small business participation in this contract.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract is a delivery order under a larger contract, suggesting existing oversight mechanisms. Further review of the parent contract and specific delivery order terms would clarify oversight details.

Related Government Programs

Aircraft Manufacturing
Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Air Force Programs

Risk Flags

Contract awarded to a large business.
Potential for scope creep.
Dependence on contractor for critical functions.
Limited visibility into specific service breakdown without further documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $30.3 million to PAE AVIATION AND TECHNICAL SERVICES LLC. ORGANIZATIONAL LEVEL MAINTENANCE AND LAUNCH AND RECOVERY SUPPORT FOR HSC-3 LOCATED AT NAS NORTH ISLAND, CA.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is PAE AVIATION AND TECHNICAL SERVICES LLC.

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 $30.3 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2019-11-01. End: 2022-03-31.

What is the specific breakdown of services included in the organizational level maintenance and launch/recovery support?

The specific breakdown of services would detail the types of maintenance (e.g., scheduled, unscheduled, depot-level), the scope of launch and recovery operations (e.g., number of sorties, types of aircraft), and any associated logistical or technical support. This information is crucial for understanding the full value proposition and ensuring the contractor meets all performance requirements.

How does the contractor's performance on previous contracts compare to the pricing of this delivery order?

Assessing the contractor's past performance, including on-time delivery, quality of work, and adherence to budget on similar contracts, provides a benchmark for evaluating the current pricing. If past performance has been consistently strong and cost-effective, the current pricing is more likely to be fair. Conversely, any performance issues could indicate potential risks or justify higher costs.

What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the effectiveness of the support provided under this contract?

Key performance indicators for this contract would likely include metrics such as aircraft availability rates, turnaround times for maintenance, successful launch and recovery rates, and adherence to safety protocols. Measuring these KPIs ensures that the contractor is meeting the operational needs of HSC-3 and contributing to mission effectiveness.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Manufacturing › Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing › Aircraft Manufacturing

Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD EQUIPMENT › MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 6

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: PAE Holding Corporation

Address: 901 LINCOLN DR W STE 200, MARLTON, NJ, 08053

Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $59,165,787

Exercised Options: $30,299,465

Current Obligation: $30,299,465

Actual Outlays: $3,102,682

Contract Characteristics

Multi-Year Contract: Yes

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: YES

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: FA810817D0012

IDV Type: IDC

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