DoD Awards $32.6M C4 Analytic Support to Analytic Services Inc. via Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $32,651,309 ($32.7M)
Contractor: Analytic Services Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2019-02-01
End Date: 2024-07-31
Contract Duration: 2,007 days
Daily Burn Rate: $16.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS, COMPUTERS (C4) ANALYTIC, ENGINEERING, & TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20301
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $32.7 million to ANALYTIC SERVICES INC. for work described as: COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS, COMPUTERS (C4) ANALYTIC, ENGINEERING, & TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Analytic Services Inc. for C4 analytic, engineering, and technical support. 2. Utilizes a full and open competition procurement method. 3. The contract has a duration of over 20 years, indicating long-term support needs. 4. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 541990, 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services'.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $32.6 million over its extended period suggests a reasonable price for specialized C4 support services. Benchmarking against similar long-term, complex analytic contracts is necessary for a definitive assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The use of full and open competition is a positive indicator for price discovery and achieving a competitive price. This method allows all eligible vendors to bid, fostering a competitive environment.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for essential C4 support services.
Public Impact
Ensures continued critical support for Department of Defense Command, Control, Communications, Computers (C4) systems. Supports advanced analytic, engineering, and technical services vital for national security. The long contract duration implies a stable and ongoing need for these specialized services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Long contract duration could lead to potential cost creep if not managed effectively.
- Lack of specific performance metrics in the provided data makes ongoing value assessment difficult.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition, suggesting competitive pricing.
- Services are critical to DoD's C4 capabilities.
- Firm Fixed Price contract type helps control costs.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the professional, scientific, and technical services sector, specifically supporting complex defense systems. Spending in this area is often driven by national security requirements and technological advancements.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small businesses were not primary awardees, as the contract was awarded to Analytic Services Inc. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses participated as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The long duration of the contract necessitates robust oversight from the Department of Defense to ensure continued performance, adherence to scope, and cost control. Regular performance reviews are crucial.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Washington Headquarters Services Programs
Risk Flags
- Long contract duration potentially leading to obsolescence of services or increased costs over time.
- Limited visibility into specific performance metrics and subcontractor utilization.
- Potential for scope creep if not managed diligently.
- Reliance on a single prime contractor for extended critical support.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-defense, dc, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $32.7 million to ANALYTIC SERVICES INC.. COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS, COMPUTERS (C4) ANALYTIC, ENGINEERING, & TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ANALYTIC SERVICES INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Washington Headquarters Services).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $32.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2019-02-01. End: 2024-07-31.
What is the specific breakdown of services provided under this contract and how do they align with current C4 modernization efforts?
The contract covers analytic, engineering, and technical support for C4 systems. This likely includes areas such as system analysis, requirements definition, technical assessments, and potentially research and development support. Alignment with modernization efforts would depend on specific task orders issued under the contract, focusing on upgrading or integrating new technologies within the DoD's C4 infrastructure.
Given the 20-year duration, what mechanisms are in place to ensure the services remain relevant and cost-effective as technology evolves?
The contract's long duration, spanning over two decades, necessitates adaptive management. Mechanisms likely include periodic reviews of performance and relevance, potential for contract modifications based on evolving technological landscapes, and the firm-fixed-price structure which, while offering initial cost certainty, requires careful management of scope to prevent inefficiencies as needs change.
How does the performance of Analytic Services Inc. on this contract compare to industry benchmarks for similar C4 support services?
Performance comparison requires access to specific metrics and past performance data for Analytic Services Inc. on this contract, which is not provided. Benchmarking against industry standards for C4 analytic, engineering, and technical support would involve evaluating factors like on-time delivery, quality of deliverables, technical innovation, and cost efficiency relative to peer organizations.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: HQ003418R0002
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 5275 LEESBURG PIKE STE N5000, FALLS CHURCH, VA, 22041
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Tax Exempt, Nonprofit Organization, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $32,651,309
Exercised Options: $32,651,309
Current Obligation: $32,651,309
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HQ003418D0016
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2019-02-01
Current End Date: 2024-07-31
Potential End Date: 2024-07-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-09-04
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