GSA awards $28.2M for Network Engineering Support to General Dynamics, a competitive delivery order
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $28,224,677 ($28.2M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2006-03-01
End Date: 2009-02-28
Contract Duration: 1,095 days
Daily Burn Rate: $25.8K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: IT
Official Description: NETWORK AND ENGINEERING SUPPORT
Place of Performance
Location: HAMPTON, HAMPTON (CITY) County, VIRGINIA, 23665
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $28.2 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC. for work described as: NETWORK AND ENGINEERING SUPPORT Key points: 1. Contract Value: $28.2 million over 3 years. 2. Competition: Awarded via a competitive delivery order. 3. Risk: Time and Materials contract type may pose cost escalation risks. 4. Sector: Information Technology services.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $28.2 million for network and engineering support appears reasonable given the 3-year duration. Benchmarking against similar IT support contracts would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Awarded as a competitive delivery order, indicating that multiple vendors likely had the opportunity to bid. This method generally promotes price discovery and competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award suggests taxpayers likely received fair market value for the services rendered.
Public Impact
Ensures critical network and engineering support for federal agencies. Supports technological infrastructure essential for government operations. General Dynamics' involvement highlights major IT contractor participation in federal spending.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials contract type
- Potential for scope creep
Positive Signals
- Competitive award
- Established contractor
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically 'Other Computer Related Services'. Federal spending in this area is substantial, supporting a wide range of digital infrastructure and operational needs.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to a small business. Analysis of prime and subcontracting opportunities for small businesses is not available from the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The use of a competitive delivery order under a larger contract vehicle suggests a degree of oversight. However, detailed performance metrics and specific oversight activities are not provided.
Related Government Programs
- Other Computer Related Services
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Time and Materials contract type may lead to cost overruns.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Potential for undefined scope creep.
- No small business participation indicated.
Tags
other-computer-related-services, general-services-administration, va, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $28.2 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC.. NETWORK AND ENGINEERING SUPPORT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $28.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-03-01. End: 2009-02-28.
What was the specific scope of 'Network and Engineering Support' covered by this contract?
The provided data categorizes the service under NAICS code 541519 (Other Computer Related Services). While the contract title is 'NETWORK AND ENGINEERING SUPPORT', the precise deliverables, technical specifications, and service level agreements are not detailed. Further investigation into the contract's statement of work would be necessary to understand the full scope.
What were the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to evaluate General Dynamics' performance?
Specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for this contract are not detailed in the provided summary. Typically, for IT support contracts, KPIs might include system uptime, response times for issue resolution, and successful implementation of network changes. The contract type (Time and Materials) suggests performance monitoring would be crucial to control costs.
How did the pricing of this Time and Materials contract compare to industry benchmarks for similar services?
Without specific hourly rates or detailed cost breakdowns, a direct comparison to industry benchmarks is challenging. Time and Materials contracts can be susceptible to cost overruns if not managed tightly. The $28.2 million total award suggests a significant engagement, and a detailed cost analysis would be needed to assess its competitiveness against market rates.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related 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
Solicitation ID: R3060371
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: General Dynamics Corp (UEI: 001381284)
Address: 12450 FAIR LAKES CIRCLE SUITE 800, FAIRFAX, VA, 11
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $47,108,437
Exercised Options: $47,016,730
Current Obligation: $28,224,677
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS35F0717N
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-03-01
Current End Date: 2009-02-28
Potential End Date: 2009-02-28 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2010-11-19
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