DoD's $53M Engineering Services Contract Awarded to J.F. Taylor, Inc. Under Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $53,017,520 ($53.0M)
Contractor: J.F. Taylor, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2007-08-23
End Date: 2012-02-14
Contract Duration: 1,636 days
Daily Burn Rate: $32.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: NAWC-AD 5.1.2.2 MISSION SYSTEMS EVALUATION DIV ENGINEERING & TECH SUPPORT
Place of Performance
Location: PATUXENT RIVER, ST. MARY'S County, MARYLAND, 20670
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $53.0 million to J.F. TAYLOR, INC. for work described as: NAWC-AD 5.1.2.2 MISSION SYSTEMS EVALUATION DIV ENGINEERING & TECH SUPPORT Key points: 1. The contract value of $53.02 million over 1636 days indicates a significant investment in engineering and technical support. 2. J.F. Taylor, Inc. secured this award through full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. The Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract type carries inherent risk of cost overruns, requiring diligent oversight. 4. This award falls within the Engineering Services sector (NAICS 541330), a critical area for defense modernization.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The CPFF contract type, while allowing flexibility, can lead to higher costs compared to fixed-price contracts if not managed closely. Benchmarking against similar engineering support contracts is difficult without specific scope details.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The award was made under full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing and allows the government to select the best value. The specific price discovery mechanisms within the CPFF structure would need further review.
Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition is intended to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently by fostering a competitive environment for contract awards.
Public Impact
Supports critical mission systems evaluation and engineering for the Department of the Navy. Potential for technological advancements and improved defense capabilities. Ensures continued operational readiness through specialized engineering support.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- CPFF contract type can lead to cost overruns.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes value assessment challenging.
- Limited visibility into the specific engineering tasks performed.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports a critical defense agency (Department of the Navy).
- Long contract duration suggests sustained need and potential for stable support.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330), a sector vital for defense, aerospace, and technology development. Spending in this sector is often driven by complex R&D and system integration needs.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to J.F. Taylor, Inc. and there is no indication of small business participation or subcontracting in the provided data. Further investigation would be needed to determine if small businesses were involved.
Oversight & Accountability
The CPFF contract type necessitates robust oversight to manage costs and ensure performance objectives are met. The Department of the Navy's oversight mechanisms will be crucial in controlling expenditures and verifying the value delivered.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Navy Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
- Potential for scope creep.
- Limited transparency on specific deliverables.
- No clear indication of small business utilization.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, md, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $53.0 million to J.F. TAYLOR, INC.. NAWC-AD 5.1.2.2 MISSION SYSTEMS EVALUATION DIV ENGINEERING & TECH SUPPORT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is J.F. TAYLOR, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Navy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $53.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-08-23. End: 2012-02-14.
What specific engineering and technical support tasks are included in this contract, and how do they align with current defense priorities?
The contract focuses on mission systems evaluation and engineering & technical support for the Department of the Navy. While the exact tasks are not detailed, they likely encompass analysis, design, testing, and integration of complex defense systems to ensure operational effectiveness and readiness. Alignment with current priorities would depend on the specific mission systems being supported.
How effectively did the full and open competition process ensure competitive pricing for this Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract?
Full and open competition theoretically drives competitive pricing by allowing all qualified vendors to bid. However, with a CPFF structure, the 'fixed fee' is negotiated, and the 'cost' component can fluctuate. The effectiveness in ensuring competitive pricing relies heavily on the government's negotiation strategy and the clarity of the cost ceiling and allowable costs.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the success and value delivered by J.F. Taylor, Inc. under this contract?
The provided data does not specify the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for this contract. For a CPFF contract of this nature, KPIs would typically relate to system performance metrics, successful completion of evaluation milestones, adherence to technical specifications, and timely delivery of engineering reports and solutions. Effective oversight would involve tracking these KPIs.
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: N0002407R3383
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 21610 S ESSEX DR, LEXINGTON PARK, MD, 05
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $55,726,950
Exercised Options: $55,726,950
Current Obligation: $53,017,520
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: N0017805D4397
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-08-23
Current End Date: 2012-02-14
Potential End Date: 2012-02-14 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2014-07-10
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