Nga-Ep Contract Awarded to Concurrent Technologies Corp for $14.9M by Dept. of Interior

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $14,923,210 ($14.9M)

Contractor: Concurrent Technologies Corp

Awarding Agency: Department of the Interior

Start Date: 2004-04-05

End Date: 2006-09-30

Contract Duration: 908 days

Daily Burn Rate: $16.4K/day

Competition Type: NOT COMPETED

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE

Sector: Other

Official Description: NGA-EP

Place of Performance

Location: JOHNSTOWN, CAMBRIA County, PENNSYLVANIA, 15904

State: Pennsylvania Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of the Interior obligated $14.9 million to CONCURRENT TECHNOLOGIES CORP for work described as: NGA-EP Key points: 1. Contract value of $14.9M awarded to CONCURRENT TECHNOLOGIES CORP. 2. Procurement method was 'NOT COMPETED', raising questions about competition. 3. Contract duration of 908 days suggests a significant project scope. 4. The contract type is 'COST PLUS FIXED FEE', which can lead to cost overruns.

Value Assessment

Rating: questionable

The contract value of $14.9M is substantial. Without comparable contracts or detailed cost breakdowns, assessing its value is difficult. The 'COST PLUS FIXED FEE' structure warrants scrutiny for potential cost inefficiencies compared to fixed-price contracts.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: sole-source

The contract was 'NOT COMPETED', indicating a sole-source or limited competition award. This limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs for taxpayers as competitive pressures are absent.

Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition may result in the government paying a premium, impacting taxpayer funds negatively.

Public Impact

Taxpayers may have paid more due to the absence of competitive bidding. The specific services or products procured are unclear, limiting public understanding of the spending. The long duration suggests a potentially impactful project for the agency.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of competition
Cost-plus contract type
Limited transparency on specific deliverables

Positive Signals

Awarded to a specific company, potentially indicating specialized capabilities

Sector Analysis

The Department of the Interior procures a wide range of services. Without knowing the specific nature of NGA-EP, it's hard to benchmark against sector-specific spending. However, large IT or specialized service contracts can range from millions to billions.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved as subcontractors or partners in this contract. Further investigation would be needed to determine any small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

The 'NOT COMPETED' status suggests a potential lack of robust oversight in the initial procurement phase. Accountability for the cost and performance of this contract would rely on post-award monitoring by the Department of the Interior.

Related Government Programs

Department of the Interior Contracting
Departmental Offices Programs

Risk Flags

Lack of competition raises concerns about potential overpayment.
Cost-plus fixed fee contract type can incentivize higher costs.
Limited transparency on the specific nature of the procurement.
No indication of small business participation.
Potential for reduced accountability due to sole-source award.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of the Interior awarded $14.9 million to CONCURRENT TECHNOLOGIES CORP. NGA-EP

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is CONCURRENT TECHNOLOGIES CORP.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of the Interior (Departmental Offices).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $14.9 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2004-04-05. End: 2006-09-30.

What specific services or products did the NGA-EP contract procure, and how do these align with the Department of the Interior's mission?

The specific services or products procured under the NGA-EP contract are not detailed in the provided data. Understanding the nature of these procurements is crucial to assess their alignment with the Department of the Interior's mission and to determine if the $14.9M expenditure was justified and effectively utilized for agency objectives.

What was the justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis, and what steps were taken to ensure fair and reasonable pricing?

The justification for awarding the NGA-EP contract on a sole-source basis ('NOT COMPETED') is not provided. Typically, sole-source awards require a documented justification, such as unique capabilities or urgent needs. Without this justification, it's difficult to assess if fair and reasonable pricing was achieved, as competitive market forces were absent.

How was the performance of CONCURRENT TECHNOLOGIES CORP evaluated throughout the contract's duration, and were there any cost overruns or schedule delays?

The provided data does not include performance evaluations, cost overrun reports, or schedule delay information for the NGA-EP contract. Assessing the effectiveness of the contract and the contractor's performance requires access to post-award monitoring reports and final contract close-out documentation.

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED

Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)

Contractor Details

Address: 100 CTC DR, JOHNSTOWN, PA, 15904

Business Categories: Category Business, Nonprofit Organization, Not Designated a Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $14,923,210

Exercised Options: $14,923,210

Current Obligation: $14,923,210

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: IND03PC60077

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline