DoD awards $12.1M contract for Communications Security Equipment to General Dynamics C4 Systems
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $56,315,855 ($56.3M)
Contractor: General Dynamics C4 Systems, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2005-07-25
End Date: 2007-12-31
Contract Duration: 889 days
Daily Burn Rate: $63.3K/day
Competition Type: FOLLOW ON TO COMPETED ACTION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: 200510!053181!1700!N00039!SPACE AND NAVAL WARFARE SYSTEMS !N0003905C0026 !A!N! !N! ! !20050725!20070630!121540038!116187758!001381284!N!GENERAL DYNAMICS C4 SYSTEMS, I!8201 E MCDOWELL RD !SCOTTSDALE !AZ!85257!65000!013!04!SCOTTSDALE !MARICOPA !ARIZONA !+000053898818!N!N!000000000000!5810!COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY EQUIP AND COMPS !A7 !ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION EQUIP !000 !* !334511!E! !3! ! ! ! ! !20200930!B! ! !A! !C!N!J!1!001!N!1B!Z!Y!F! ! !N!C!N! ! ! !A!A!A!A!000!A!D!Y! ! ! !Y!1739!N00039!0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: SCOTTSDALE, MARICOPA County, ARIZONA, 85257
State: Arizona Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $56.3 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS C4 SYSTEMS, INC. for work described as: 200510!053181!1700!N00039!SPACE AND NAVAL WARFARE SYSTEMS !N0003905C0026 !A!N! !N! ! !20050725!20070630!121540038!116187758!001381284!N!GENERAL DYNAMICS C4 SYSTEMS, I!8201 E MCDOWELL RD !SCOTTSDALE !AZ!85257!65000!013!04!SCOTTSDALE !MARI… Key points: 1. The contract value of $12.1M is for Communications Security Equipment. 2. General Dynamics C4 Systems, Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. The contract was a follow-on to a competed action, suggesting prior competition. 4. The sector is IT/Electronics and Communication Equipment, a critical area for defense.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $12.1M for communications security equipment appears reasonable given the duration and the nature of the equipment. Benchmarking against similar specialized defense contracts is difficult without more granular data.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract was awarded sole-source, despite being a follow-on to a competed action. This raises questions about the justification for not seeking further competition and its potential impact on price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: The sole-source award may result in higher costs for taxpayers if competitive pricing was not achieved.
Public Impact
Ensures continued availability of critical communications security equipment for the Navy. Supports a major defense contractor, contributing to the defense industrial base. Potential for increased costs to taxpayers due to lack of competition.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award on a follow-on contract
- Lack of transparency in price justification
Positive Signals
- Provides essential security equipment
- Supports established contractor with relevant expertise
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT and Electronics and Communication Equipment sector, specifically for communications security. Spending in this area is consistently high due to evolving threats and technological advancements.
Small Business Impact
The award went to a large prime contractor, General Dynamics C4 Systems, Inc. There is no indication of small business participation in this specific award action.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this follow-on contract warrants scrutiny to ensure the government obtained fair and reasonable pricing and that competition was only limited when truly justified.
Related Government Programs
- Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Navy Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award on a follow-on contract
- Potential for reduced price competition
- Lack of detailed justification for sole-source award
- Limited transparency on specific equipment details
Tags
search-detection-navigation-guidance-aer, department-of-defense, az, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $56.3 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS C4 SYSTEMS, INC.. 200510!053181!1700!N00039!SPACE AND NAVAL WARFARE SYSTEMS !N0003905C0026 !A!N! !N! ! !20050725!20070630!121540038!116187758!001381284!N!GENERAL DYNAMICS C4 SYSTEMS, I!8201 E MCDOWELL RD !SCOTTSDALE !AZ!85257!65000!013!04!SCOTTSDALE !MARICOPA !ARIZONA !+000053898818!N!N!000000000000!5810!COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY EQUIP AND COMPS !A7 !ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION EQUIP !000 !* !334511!E! !3! ! ! ! ! !202
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GENERAL DYNAMICS C4 SYSTEMS, 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 $56.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2005-07-25. End: 2007-12-31.
What was the justification for awarding this follow-on contract sole-source, given it followed a competed action?
The provided data indicates the contract was a 'FOLLOW ON TO COMPETED ACTION' but awarded sole-source. A detailed justification would be required from the agency explaining why further competition was not sought, such as unique capabilities, proprietary technology, or urgent needs that only the incumbent could meet within the required timeframe.
How does the $12.1M contract value compare to similar communications security equipment procurements?
Benchmarking this $12.1M contract value is challenging without specific details on the exact type and quantity of communications security equipment procured, and the contract's duration. However, for specialized defense electronics, this value is within a typical range for significant procurements, though the lack of competition makes direct price comparison difficult.
What is the potential risk to national security if this communications security equipment is not effectively maintained or updated?
The risk to national security is significant. Compromised or outdated communications security equipment can lead to breaches of sensitive information, loss of command and control, and potential espionage. Ensuring the effectiveness and continued support of this equipment is paramount for maintaining operational integrity and protecting classified data.
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: FOLLOW ON TO COMPETED ACTION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: General Dynamics Corp (UEI: 001381284)
Address: 8201 E MCDOWELL RD, SCOTTSDALE, AZ, 01
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Timeline
Start Date: 2005-07-25
Current End Date: 2007-12-31
Potential End Date: 2007-12-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2010-03-13
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