DoD's $81.5M Program Management Support Services Contract Awarded to HII Mission Technologies Corp
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $81,452,477 ($81.5M)
Contractor: HII Mission Technologies Corp
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2009-05-01
End Date: 2014-10-11
Contract Duration: 1,989 days
Daily Burn Rate: $41.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: PATUXENT RIVER, ST. MARY'S County, MARYLAND, 20670, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $81.5 million to HII MISSION TECHNOLOGIES CORP for work described as: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded to HII Mission Technologies Corp. for program management support. 2. The contract falls under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330). 3. Awarded by the Department of the Navy, part of the Department of Defense. 4. The contract duration was 1,989 days, ending in October 2014. 5. This was a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value was $81.5 million over approximately 5.5 years. Without specific benchmarks for similar program management support services, it's difficult to definitively assess pricing, but the duration suggests a substantial, ongoing need.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better value for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition suggests efforts to secure competitive pricing, benefiting taxpayers by potentially reducing costs compared to sole-source awards.
Public Impact
Supports critical program management functions within the Department of the Navy. Ensures continuity of essential services for defense programs. The competitive award process aims for efficient use of taxpayer funds.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract type (Cost Plus Fixed Fee) can incentivize cost overruns.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes value assessment challenging.
- Long contract duration may indicate potential for vendor lock-in.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Managed by a large, established defense contractor.
- Supports essential government functions.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the professional, scientific, and technical services sector, specifically engineering services. Spending in this area is common for government agencies requiring specialized expertise for complex programs.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses, as the 'sb' field is false. This suggests larger prime contractors dominated the bidding or were awarded the work.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Navy, implying oversight from this agency. Further details on specific oversight mechanisms, performance reviews, and accountability measures would be needed for a comprehensive assessment.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Navy Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Long contract duration.
- No small business participation indicated.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, md, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $81.5 million to HII MISSION TECHNOLOGIES CORP. PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is HII MISSION TECHNOLOGIES CORP.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Navy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $81.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-05-01. End: 2014-10-11.
What was the specific scope of 'program management support services' and how did it align with the engineering services classification?
The scope likely encompassed a range of activities such as planning, scheduling, risk management, cost control, and coordination of various program elements. While classified under engineering services (NAICS 541330), the 'program management' aspect suggests a focus on the administrative and logistical coordination of engineering-intensive projects rather than direct engineering design or development.
How did the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure impact the final cost and contractor incentives?
Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contracts allow the contractor to recover all allowable costs plus a predetermined fixed fee. While it facilitates starting work quickly and managing uncertainty, it can reduce contractor incentive to control costs, as the fee remains constant regardless of the final cost. This structure requires robust government oversight to manage expenditures effectively.
What were the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to evaluate HII Mission Technologies Corp.'s performance under this contract?
The provided data does not specify the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) used for this contract. Typically, for program management support, KPIs might include on-time delivery of milestones, adherence to budget targets, successful risk mitigation, quality of reports, and stakeholder satisfaction. Without these, assessing the effectiveness and value delivered is challenging.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering 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: N0002408R3345
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: NEW Mountain Finance Sbic, LP (UEI: 052371981)
Address: 635 DISCOVERY DR, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35806
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $85,461,537
Exercised Options: $85,461,537
Current Obligation: $81,452,477
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: N0017805D4231
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-05-01
Current End Date: 2014-10-11
Potential End Date: 2014-10-11 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2016-10-01
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