DoD Awards Anduril Industries $23M for Latticed Mesh Network Fielding Integration
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $22,989,937 ($23.0M)
Contractor: Anduril Industries, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2024-09-27
End Date: 2026-03-26
Contract Duration: 545 days
Daily Burn Rate: $42.2K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: R&D
Official Description: SDANET SBIR III SINGLE AWARD IDIQ TASK ORDER FOR ANDURIL INDUSTRIES TO PERFORM ADDITIONAL FIELDING INTEGRATION OF LATTICED MESH NETWORK COMMUNICATIONS CAPABILITY TO SUPPORT WORLDWIDE SDANET CONNECTED SITES FOR DATA TO FLOW FROM INTEGRATED SENSORS.
Place of Performance
Location: COSTA MESA, ORANGE County, CALIFORNIA, 92626
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $23.0 million to ANDURIL INDUSTRIES, INC. for work described as: SDANET SBIR III SINGLE AWARD IDIQ TASK ORDER FOR ANDURIL INDUSTRIES TO PERFORM ADDITIONAL FIELDING INTEGRATION OF LATTICED MESH NETWORK COMMUNICATIONS CAPABILITY TO SUPPORT WORLDWIDE SDANET CONNECTED SITES FOR DATA TO FLOW FROM INTEGRATED SENSORS. Key points: 1. This contract focuses on integrating a specific communication capability for connected sites. 2. The award is a delivery order under an existing IDIQ, suggesting a continuation of services. 3. Research and Development in Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences is the relevant sector. 4. The fixed-price contract type aims to control costs for the government.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract is a firm-fixed-price delivery order, which provides cost certainty. However, without a benchmark for similar Latticed Mesh Network integration tasks, assessing value is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract is listed as 'NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION,' indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and competitive pressure, potentially leading to higher costs.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for a specific R&D and integration effort, with limited transparency on competitive pricing.
Public Impact
Enhances secure communication capabilities for Department of Defense connected sites. Supports the flow of data from integrated sensors, improving situational awareness. The technology is critical for maintaining a connected network across various global locations.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition and price negotiation.
- Lack of publicly available cost benchmarks for similar R&D integration.
- Contract duration extends over 1.5 years, requiring ongoing monitoring.
Positive Signals
- Firm-fixed-price contract type offers cost predictability.
- Delivery order under an existing IDIQ suggests established relationship and potential efficiencies.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Research and Development sector, specifically focusing on physical and engineering sciences. The award amount is moderate for this sector, but the sole-source nature warrants scrutiny.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to Anduril Industries, Inc., which is not identified as a small business. There is no indication of subcontracting opportunities for small businesses in the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
As a sole-source award for R&D, oversight should focus on performance metrics, adherence to scope, and justification for continued sole-source procurement. The Department of the Air Force is the contracting activity.
Related Government Programs
- Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award
- Lack of competition
- Limited public cost data
- Potential for cost overruns without competitive pressure
Tags
research-and-development-in-the-physical, department-of-defense, ca, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $23.0 million to ANDURIL INDUSTRIES, INC.. SDANET SBIR III SINGLE AWARD IDIQ TASK ORDER FOR ANDURIL INDUSTRIES TO PERFORM ADDITIONAL FIELDING INTEGRATION OF LATTICED MESH NETWORK COMMUNICATIONS CAPABILITY TO SUPPORT WORLDWIDE SDANET CONNECTED SITES FOR DATA TO FLOW FROM INTEGRATED SENSORS.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ANDURIL INDUSTRIES, INC..
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 $23.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2024-09-27. End: 2026-03-26.
What is the specific technical capability being integrated, and how does it differ from existing solutions?
The contract aims to integrate a 'Latticed Mesh Network Communications Capability' for worldwide SDANET connected sites. This implies a specialized network architecture designed for resilient and secure data flow from integrated sensors, potentially offering enhanced interoperability or specific security features compared to standard communication systems.
What is the justification for awarding this contract sole-source, and what steps are taken to ensure fair pricing?
The justification for a sole-source award is not provided in the data. Typically, this occurs when only one source can meet the requirement due to unique capabilities or urgency. Fair pricing in sole-source contracts relies heavily on government negotiation expertise and potentially historical pricing data, though benchmarks are crucial for validation.
How will the success and effectiveness of this Latticed Mesh Network integration be measured and validated?
Effectiveness will likely be measured through performance metrics defined in the contract, such as network uptime, data transfer rates, security compliance, and successful integration with existing SDANET infrastructure. Independent testing and validation by the Department of the Air Force will be critical to confirm the capability meets operational requirements.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Scientific Research and Development Services › Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Product/Service Code: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT › C – National Defense R&D Services
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1400 ANDURIL, COSTA MESA, CA, 92626
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Manufacturer of Goods, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $30,875,000
Exercised Options: $29,875,000
Current Obligation: $22,989,937
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: FA882024DB001
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2024-09-27
Current End Date: 2026-03-26
Potential End Date: 2026-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-12-22
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