DoD Awards $26.4M for Submarine Engineering Services to SEACORP, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $26,372,146 ($26.4M)
Contractor: Seacorp, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2017-07-20
End Date: 2025-08-27
Contract Duration: 2,960 days
Daily Burn Rate: $8.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF PLATFORM ENGINEERING, SYSTEM ENGINEERING, TECHNICAL, TEST AND EVALUATION (T&E), AND SERVICES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT, EVALUATION, MODERNIZATION, AND SUSTAINMENT OF THE VA CLASS AND OH CLASS SUBMARINES FOR NUWCDIVNPT CODE 25
Place of Performance
Location: MIDDLETOWN, NEWPORT County, RHODE ISLAND, 02842
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $26.4 million to SEACORP, LLC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF PLATFORM ENGINEERING, SYSTEM ENGINEERING, TECHNICAL, TEST AND EVALUATION (T&E), AND SERVICES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT, EVALUATION, MODERNIZATION, AND SUSTAINMENT OF THE VA CLASS AND OH CLASS SUBMARINES FOR NUWCDIVNPT CODE 25 Key points: 1. Contract awarded for critical submarine development and sustainment. 2. SEACORP, LLC, a single awardee, faces no direct competition on this order. 3. Potential risk associated with sole-source nature and long-term contract. 4. Spending falls within the Engineering Services sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $26.4M appears reasonable for specialized submarine engineering services over its duration. Benchmarking against similar large-scale defense engineering contracts would provide a more definitive assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
This is a delivery order under a larger contract, awarded through full and open competition. The specific pricing for this order is not detailed, but the initial award process likely ensured competitive price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential defense capabilities, with the initial competition aiming for cost-effectiveness.
Public Impact
Ensures continued modernization and sustainment of critical naval assets. Supports advanced engineering and testing for submarine programs. Contributes to national security through robust naval technology.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 85 / 10
Warning Flags
- Long contract duration may lead to scope creep.
- Potential for cost overruns in complex engineering projects.
Positive Signals
- Supports critical defense infrastructure.
- Leverages specialized engineering expertise.
- Awarded under a competitive contract vehicle.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Engineering Services, a sector vital for national defense and technological advancement. Spending benchmarks for similar large-scale defense engineering projects are typically in the tens to hundreds of millions of dollars.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses, and the prime contractor, SEACORP, LLC, is not identified as a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Defense, through the Naval Sea Systems Command (NUWCDIVNPT), is the contracting agency. Oversight is provided by the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA).
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Long-term contract duration (2017-2025).
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract type can be susceptible to cost growth.
- Lack of direct competition on this specific delivery order.
- Complexity of submarine engineering and sustainment.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, ri, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $26.4 million to SEACORP, LLC. IGF::OT::IGF PLATFORM ENGINEERING, SYSTEM ENGINEERING, TECHNICAL, TEST AND EVALUATION (T&E), AND SERVICES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT, EVALUATION, MODERNIZATION, AND SUSTAINMENT OF THE VA CLASS AND OH CLASS SUBMARINES FOR NUWCDIVNPT CODE 25
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SEACORP, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Contract Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $26.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2017-07-20. End: 2025-08-27.
What is the total value of the parent contract under which this delivery order was issued?
The provided data only details the value of this specific delivery order ($26.4M). To fully assess the overall financial commitment and value, information on the total ceiling value and remaining balance of the indefinite-delivery indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract is necessary. This context is crucial for understanding the long-term investment.
How is cost performance being monitored given the Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract type?
For CPFF contracts, rigorous oversight is essential to manage costs. The Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) likely monitors contractor expenditures closely, reviews cost proposals, and ensures adherence to the fixed fee. Regular audits and performance reviews are critical to prevent cost overruns and ensure value for taxpayer money.
What specific technical milestones or deliverables are associated with this $26.4M order?
The data specifies the order is for 'PLATFORM ENGINEERING, SYSTEM ENGINEERING, TECHNICAL, TEST AND EVALUATION (T&E), AND SERVICES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT, EVALUATION, MODERNIZATION, AND SUSTAINMENT OF THE VA CLASS AND OH CLASS SUBMARINES.' Specific technical milestones and deliverables would be detailed in the contract's Statement of Work (SOW), outlining the precise engineering tasks, testing protocols, and modernization phases expected.
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: N0002416R3269
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 62 JOHNNY CAKE HILL RD, MIDDLETOWN, RI, 02842
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $31,461,820
Exercised Options: $31,017,004
Current Obligation: $26,372,146
Actual Outlays: $1,563,131
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: N0017804D4122
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2017-07-20
Current End Date: 2025-08-27
Potential End Date: 2025-08-27 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-09-16
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