GSA Awards $142M Aircraft Maintenance Contract to URS Federal Services via Competitive Delivery Order

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $142,292,073 ($142.3M)

Contractor: URS Federal Services, Inc.

Awarding Agency: General Services Administration

Start Date: 2009-09-29

End Date: 2013-03-28

Contract Duration: 1,276 days

Daily Burn Rate: $111.5K/day

Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER

Number of Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS

Sector: Other

Official Description: THE AWARD OF A TIME AND MATERIALS TASK ORDER UNDER ITS MULTIPLE AWARD SCHEDULE CONTRACT NUMBER GS-10F-0038M FOR AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATION SERVICES.

Place of Performance

Location: LAKEHURST, OCEAN County, NEW JERSEY, 08733

State: New Jersey Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

General Services Administration obligated $142.3 million to URS FEDERAL SERVICES, INC. for work described as: THE AWARD OF A TIME AND MATERIALS TASK ORDER UNDER ITS MULTIPLE AWARD SCHEDULE CONTRACT NUMBER GS-10F-0038M FOR AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATION SERVICES. Key points: 1. Contract awarded for aircraft maintenance and modification services. 2. URS Federal Services, Inc. is the contractor. 3. The contract was awarded under a Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract. 4. This was a competitive delivery order, indicating multiple bids were considered. 5. The contract duration is over 3 years.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The contract was awarded competitively, suggesting fair pricing. The Time and Materials (T&M) pricing structure can sometimes lead to cost overruns if not managed closely, but the competitive nature provides a baseline for value.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded as a competitive delivery order under a MAS contract. This implies a robust competition process where multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid, leading to potentially better price discovery and value for the government.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process likely ensured taxpayers received fair value for the services rendered, avoiding potential overpayment associated with sole-source or limited competition contracts.

Public Impact

Supports critical aircraft maintenance and modification, ensuring operational readiness. Benefits from the established GSA MAS program, streamlining procurement. Provides services in New Jersey, potentially supporting regional military or aviation infrastructure. The T&M structure allows flexibility for evolving service needs.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 75 / 10

Warning Flags

Time and Materials pricing can lead to cost uncertainty if not closely monitored.
MAS contracts, while efficient, may not always yield the absolute lowest price compared to a dedicated solicitation.

Positive Signals

Competitive award process.
Awarded under a pre-negotiated MAS contract.
Long-term contract provides stability for services.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under professional services, specifically logistics and consulting related to aircraft maintenance. Spending in this sector is driven by defense needs and the operational requirements of aviation fleets. Benchmarks vary widely based on service complexity and aircraft type.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses (sb: false). Therefore, large businesses like URS Federal Services, Inc. were the primary recipients, with limited direct benefit to small businesses unless they are subcontractors.

Oversight & Accountability

The use of a GSA MAS contract and a competitive delivery order suggests established oversight mechanisms. However, ongoing monitoring of the T&M expenditures and performance by the Federal Acquisition Service is crucial for accountability.

Related Government Programs

Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services
General Services Administration Contracting
Federal Acquisition Service Programs

Risk Flags

Time and Materials pricing structure.
Lack of specific service details.
No indication of small business subcontracting goals.
Potential for cost creep in T&M contracts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

General Services Administration awarded $142.3 million to URS FEDERAL SERVICES, INC.. THE AWARD OF A TIME AND MATERIALS TASK ORDER UNDER ITS MULTIPLE AWARD SCHEDULE CONTRACT NUMBER GS-10F-0038M FOR AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATION SERVICES.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is URS FEDERAL SERVICES, INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $142.3 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2009-09-29. End: 2013-03-28.

What specific types of aircraft maintenance and modification were performed under this contract, and how did the T&M pricing reflect the complexity of these services?

The provided data does not detail the specific aircraft types or the nature of the maintenance and modification services. A Time and Materials contract allows for flexibility, but requires diligent tracking to ensure the hours and materials billed accurately reflect the work performed and its complexity. Without further details, it's difficult to assess if the T&M pricing was optimal for the services rendered.

What was the competitive landscape for this specific task order, and were there any concerns raised during the bidding process regarding URS Federal Services' proposal?

The award was a 'COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER,' indicating multiple vendors likely submitted proposals. While the data doesn't specify the number of bidders or any protests, the competitive nature suggests a degree of price discovery. Further investigation into the solicitation details would reveal the exact number of competitors and any potential concerns raised during the evaluation.

How does the total contract value of $142 million compare to similar aircraft maintenance and modification contracts awarded by the government over the same period?

The $142 million value over approximately 3.5 years is substantial, reflecting significant service requirements. Benchmarking this against similar contracts requires access to a broader dataset of government procurements for aircraft maintenance. Factors like aircraft type, scope of work (e.g., depot-level maintenance vs. line maintenance), and contract type influence pricing, making direct comparisons challenging without specific context.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services

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

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Solicitation ID: 02SB2190603

Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: AECOM (UEI: 153561212)

Address: 20501 SENECA MEADOWS PKWY STE 300, GERMANTOWN, MD, 20876

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $274,343,656

Exercised Options: $273,473,841

Current Obligation: $142,292,073

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GS10F0038M

IDV Type: FSS

Timeline