DHS Coast Guard Awards $28M for Navigation Systems to Integrated Coast Guard Systems LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $27,979,856 ($28.0M)
Contractor: Integrated Coast Guard Systems LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2009-08-21
End Date: 2011-10-31
Contract Duration: 801 days
Daily Burn Rate: $34.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: MDAC
Place of Performance
Location: MOORESTOWN, BURLINGTON County, NEW JERSEY, 08057
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $28.0 million to INTEGRATED COAST GUARD SYSTEMS LLC for work described as: MDAC Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Integrated Coast Guard Systems LLC for navigation systems. 2. The contract value is $27,979,855.68. 3. Awarded under full and open competition. 4. The contract duration was 801 days. 5. The product service code is not specified, but the North American Industry Classification System code is 334511 (Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing).
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract was a Cost Plus Fixed Fee type, which can lead to less price certainty compared to fixed-price contracts. Without more detailed cost breakdowns, it's difficult to definitively assess value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better pricing for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award is positive for taxpayers, as it likely resulted in a more favorable price than a sole-source procurement.
Public Impact
Enhances U.S. Coast Guard's operational capabilities through improved navigation systems. Supports national security by ensuring reliable maritime navigation and search capabilities. The technology developed could have broader applications in maritime safety and defense.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can lead to cost overruns.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes it hard to gauge effectiveness.
- Limited data on the specific system procured.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports critical Coast Guard missions.
- Long contract duration suggests a significant project.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Defense Industrial Base sector, specifically related to the manufacturing of advanced navigation and guidance systems. Spending in this area is crucial for national security and maritime operations.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved as subcontractors or prime contractors in this award. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Homeland Security to the U.S. Coast Guard. Oversight would typically involve program management reviews and financial audits to ensure compliance and performance.
Related Government Programs
- Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- U.S. Coast Guard Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Limited information on specific system capabilities.
- No data on competitor pricing.
- Potential for cost overruns with CPFF contracts.
Tags
search-detection-navigation-guidance-aer, department-of-homeland-security, nj, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $28.0 million to INTEGRATED COAST GUARD SYSTEMS LLC. MDAC
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is INTEGRATED COAST GUARD SYSTEMS LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (U.S. Coast Guard).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $28.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-08-21. End: 2011-10-31.
What was the final cost compared to the initial estimated cost for this Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract?
The contract was awarded for $27,979,855.68. As a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract, the government pays the actual costs incurred by the contractor plus a predetermined fixed fee. Without knowing the initial estimated cost and the final incurred costs, it's impossible to determine if the final cost was within expectations or if there were significant cost overruns.
What specific performance improvements or capabilities were delivered by these navigation systems?
The contract description 'Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing' is broad. Specific details on the performance improvements, such as enhanced accuracy, range, or new functionalities, are not provided in the data. Understanding these specifics is crucial for assessing the true value and effectiveness of the procurement.
How did the pricing from Integrated Coast Guard Systems LLC compare to other potential bidders in the full and open competition?
While the contract was awarded under full and open competition, the provided data does not include details on the number of bids received or the pricing of competing offers. Therefore, a direct comparison to benchmark pricing or other bids cannot be made to assess if the government achieved the best possible price.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing › Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: COMM/DETECT/COHERENT RADIATION
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ALTERNATIVE SOURCES
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 300 M ST SE STE 685, WASHINGTON, DC, 20003
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $27,979,856
Exercised Options: $27,979,856
Current Obligation: $27,979,856
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DTCG2302C2DW001
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-08-21
Current End Date: 2011-10-31
Potential End Date: 2012-01-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-09-21
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