DoD's $18.2M Navy Training Services Contract Awarded to Salient CRGT, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $18,245,414 ($18.2M)
Contractor: Salient Crgt, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2020-10-07
End Date: 2025-10-06
Contract Duration: 1,825 days
Daily Burn Rate: $10.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 8
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: RSNF TRAINING SERVICES II
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $18.2 million to SALIENT CRGT, INC. for work described as: RSNF TRAINING SERVICES II Key points: 1. Contract Value: $18.2 million over 5 years. 2. Contractor: Salient CRGT, Inc. 3. Agency: Department of the Navy (DoD). 4. NAICS Code: 541330 (Engineering Services). 5. Contract Type: Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF).
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The CPFF contract type can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar engineering services contracts is difficult without detailed scope of work.
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. However, the CPFF structure may incentivize cost increases.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are used for engineering services, with potential for cost inefficiencies due to the CPFF contract type.
Public Impact
Provides essential engineering services for Navy training. Supports national defense objectives through specialized training. Potential for cost growth due to CPFF contract type.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type
- Long contract duration (5 years)
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Essential defense service
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Engineering Services, a broad sector supporting various government functions. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on project complexity and duration.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved as subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight is crucial for CPFF contracts to ensure costs remain reasonable and the fixed fee is justified. The Department of the Navy is responsible for monitoring performance and expenditures.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Navy Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract type
- Potential for cost overruns
- Long contract duration may reduce flexibility
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown for benchmarking
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $18.2 million to SALIENT CRGT, INC.. RSNF TRAINING SERVICES II
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SALIENT CRGT, 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 $18.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2020-10-07. End: 2025-10-06.
What is the estimated cost per training hour or service unit?
The provided data does not specify a per-unit cost. The contract is a Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), meaning the government pays the actual costs incurred by the contractor plus a negotiated fixed fee. To assess value, a detailed breakdown of costs and comparison to industry benchmarks for similar training services would be necessary.
What are the primary risks associated with this contract's CPFF structure?
The main risk of a CPFF contract is the potential for cost escalation, as the contractor is reimbursed for all allowable costs. While the fixed fee provides some incentive for efficiency, there's less direct pressure to minimize costs compared to fixed-price contracts. Robust oversight is essential to manage this risk.
How effectively does this contract support the Navy's training mission?
The contract's effectiveness hinges on the quality of engineering services provided by Salient CRGT, Inc. and the alignment with the Navy's specific training requirements. While awarded through full and open competition, ongoing performance monitoring and user feedback are critical to gauge its true effectiveness in meeting mission objectives.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: EDUCATION AND TRAINING › EDUCATION AND TRAINING SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: N0003919R3516
Offers Received: 8
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 4000 LEGATO RD STE 600, FAIRFAX, VA, 22033
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $18,381,146
Exercised Options: $18,381,146
Current Obligation: $18,245,414
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 10
Total Subaward Amount: $1,051,897
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: N0017819D8453
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2020-10-07
Current End Date: 2025-10-06
Potential End Date: 2025-10-06 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-09-30
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