GSA Awards $10.17M for Joint Strike Fighter Engineering Services to Dynamics Research Corp
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $10,171,124 ($10.2M)
Contractor: Dynamics Research Corporation
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2006-01-01
End Date: 2010-12-31
Contract Duration: 1,825 days
Daily Burn Rate: $5.6K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Defense
Official Description: PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE JOINT STRIKE FIGHTER PROGRAM
Place of Performance
Location: ANDOVER, ESSEX County, MASSACHUSETTS, 01810
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $10.2 million to DYNAMICS RESEARCH CORPORATION for work described as: PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE JOINT STRIKE FIGHTER PROGRAM Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Dynamics Research Corporation for professional engineering services. 2. The contract is for the Joint Strike Fighter Program, a significant defense initiative. 3. This is a Time and Materials contract, which can pose cost control challenges. 4. The award was made under a competitive delivery order, suggesting some level of market vetting.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The Time and Materials pricing structure for engineering services can lead to costs exceeding initial estimates if not closely managed. Benchmarking against similar engineering service contracts is crucial to assess value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Awarded as a competitive delivery order under an existing contract vehicle, indicating competition occurred. However, the specific pricing mechanisms of Time and Materials contracts require careful monitoring to ensure fair market value.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are utilized for critical defense program support. The effectiveness of competition and oversight will determine the ultimate value for money.
Public Impact
Supports a major defense acquisition program with significant national security implications. Engineering services are vital for the development and sustainment of complex weapon systems. The contract's duration and value suggest a substantial, long-term commitment of resources.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials contract type can lead to cost overruns.
- Lack of specific performance metrics in the provided data.
- Potential for scope creep in engineering services contracts.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under a competitive process.
- Supports a high-priority national defense program.
Sector Analysis
Engineering services are critical for the development, testing, and sustainment of complex systems like the Joint Strike Fighter. Spending in this sector is often driven by defense needs and technological advancements.
Small Business Impact
The provided data does not indicate if small businesses were involved as subcontractors or prime contractors in this award.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight is crucial for Time and Materials contracts to ensure costs remain reasonable and aligned with project objectives. The contracting agency and program office must actively monitor performance and expenditures.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Time and Materials contract type.
- Potential for cost overruns.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Scope creep risk.
Tags
engineering-services, general-services-administration, ma, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $10.2 million to DYNAMICS RESEARCH CORPORATION. PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE JOINT STRIKE FIGHTER PROGRAM
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is DYNAMICS RESEARCH CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $10.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-01-01. End: 2010-12-31.
What specific engineering tasks are covered under this contract, and how do they align with the Joint Strike Fighter Program's current needs?
The contract covers 'PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES' for the Joint Strike Fighter Program. Without further detail, it's difficult to ascertain the exact tasks. These could range from design modifications, testing support, systems integration, to technical documentation. Alignment with program needs would depend on the current phase of the JSF program, whether it's in development, production, or sustainment, and the specific engineering challenges being addressed.
How effectively was competition leveraged to ensure the best possible pricing for these engineering services, given the Time and Materials structure?
The contract was awarded as a 'COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER,' suggesting that multiple vendors were considered. However, the Time and Materials (T&M) pricing structure inherently carries a higher risk of cost escalation compared to fixed-price contracts. The effectiveness of competition in this context hinges on the clarity of the statement of work, the agency's ability to negotiate competitive labor rates, and robust oversight to prevent inefficient labor utilization and scope creep.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the success and value delivered by Dynamics Research Corporation under this contract?
The provided data does not specify the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for this contract. For engineering services, typical KPIs might include adherence to project timelines, quality of deliverables (e.g., design accuracy, test results), cost control within T&M parameters, and responsiveness to technical challenges. Effective oversight would involve tracking these metrics to ensure the contractor is delivering value and meeting the program's technical and schedule requirements.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Engility Corporation (UEI: 783837672)
Address: 60 FRONTAGE RD, ANDOVER, MA, 06
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $30,439,174
Exercised Options: $11,958,203
Current Obligation: $10,171,124
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS23F0040K
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-01-01
Current End Date: 2010-12-31
Potential End Date: 2010-12-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2014-07-18
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