GSA Awards $18M Contract for Tactical Radios to L3Harris Technologies
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $17,966,424 ($18.0M)
Contractor: L3harris Technologies, Inc.
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2007-06-06
End Date: 2009-06-05
Contract Duration: 730 days
Daily Burn Rate: $24.6K/day
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: TACTICAL RADIOS AND ANCILLARY ITEMS
Place of Performance
Location: FORT MONMOUTH, MONMOUTH County, NEW JERSEY, 07703
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $18.0 million to L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. for work described as: TACTICAL RADIOS AND ANCILLARY ITEMS Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single, established vendor. 2. Focus on tactical radio equipment and related items. 3. Potential for limited competition due to specialized nature. 4. Spending falls within the IT and Defense sectors.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $18M over two years for tactical radios appears moderate. Benchmarking against similar specialized communication equipment contracts is necessary to fully assess value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
The contract type and award details suggest it may have been awarded through a limited or sole-source process, potentially impacting price discovery and competition.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential communication equipment, with the efficiency dependent on competitive pricing and effective procurement.
Public Impact
Ensures operational readiness for government agencies requiring secure tactical communication. Supports the defense and public safety sectors with critical hardware. Potential for follow-on contracts if performance is satisfactory.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of clear competition details.
- Potential for sole-source award.
Positive Signals
- Award to a known entity.
- Specific equipment type.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the IT and Defense sectors, specifically related to wireless communications equipment. Spending benchmarks for tactical radio systems vary widely based on features and quantity.
Small Business Impact
No information is available regarding small business participation in this contract award.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would focus on contract performance, delivery schedules, and adherence to terms. The General Services Administration (GSA) is responsible for managing this contract.
Related Government Programs
- Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition potential
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown
- Unknown small business impact
- No performance metrics provided
Tags
radio-and-television-broadcasting-and-wi, general-services-administration, nj, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $18.0 million to L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC.. TACTICAL RADIOS AND ANCILLARY ITEMS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $18.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-06-06. End: 2009-06-05.
What was the justification for the procurement method used for this tactical radio contract?
The justification for the procurement method is not explicitly stated in the provided data. Further investigation into the contract file would be required to determine if it was awarded under full and open competition, a limited competition, or a sole-source basis, and the rationale behind that decision.
How does the unit cost of these tactical radios compare to market benchmarks?
Without specific unit cost data and a detailed breakdown of the 'ancillary items,' a direct comparison to market benchmarks is not possible. The total contract value of $18M over two years provides a general sense of scale, but unit pricing is crucial for a true value assessment.
What is the expected operational lifespan and effectiveness of the procured tactical radios?
The provided data does not specify the expected operational lifespan or detailed effectiveness metrics for the tactical radios. This information would typically be found in the contract's technical specifications and performance requirements, which are not included here.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Communications Equipment Manufacturing › Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: COMM/DETECT/COHERENT RADIATION
Contractor Details
Parent Company: L3harris Technologies, Inc (UEI: 004203337)
Address: 1680 UNIVERSITY AVE, ROCHESTER, NY, 25
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $17,966,424
Exercised Options: $17,966,424
Current Obligation: $17,966,424
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS35F0163N
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-06-06
Current End Date: 2009-06-05
Potential End Date: 2009-06-05 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2008-09-11
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