NASA's $58.5M Test Engineering Contract Awarded to Sierra Lobo Inc. Under Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $58,493,107 ($58.5M)
Contractor: Sierra Lobo Inc
Awarding Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Start Date: 2009-10-21
End Date: 2015-05-31
Contract Duration: 2,048 days
Daily Burn Rate: $28.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: TEST ENGINEERING CONTRACT MECHANISM
Place of Performance
Location: CLEVELAND, CUYAHOGA County, OHIO, 44135, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
State: Ohio Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
National Aeronautics and Space Administration obligated $58.5 million to SIERRA LOBO INC for work described as: TEST ENGINEERING CONTRACT MECHANISM Key points: 1. Contract Value: $58.5 million over its life. 2. Competition: Awarded under full and open competition. 3. Risk: Firm Fixed Price contract type generally offers good cost control. 4. Sector: Facilities Support Services (NAICS 561210).
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract's firm fixed price structure suggests a clear understanding of costs and risks between NASA and Sierra Lobo Inc. Benchmarking against similar large-scale engineering support contracts would provide further insight into its value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition after exclusion of sources, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method is expected to yield fair market prices.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award suggests taxpayers received value for money, as multiple bidders likely vied for the contract.
Public Impact
Supports critical testing and engineering functions for NASA. Contract duration spanned over 6 years, indicating a long-term need. Awarded by a major federal agency, highlighting its significance.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration is long (2048 days).
- No small business participation noted.
Positive Signals
- Firm Fixed Price contract.
- Full and Open Competition.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Facilities Support Services, a broad category encompassing a range of operational and maintenance activities for government facilities. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on agency needs and infrastructure.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this contract award. Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities were missed or if the scope inherently favored larger entities.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by NASA, a federal agency with established oversight mechanisms. The firm fixed price contract type provides a degree of accountability for cost performance.
Related Government Programs
- Facilities Support Services
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Contracting
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Long contract duration.
- No small business participation.
- Unclear 'base' value relative to total award.
Tags
facilities-support-services, national-aeronautics-and-space-administr, oh, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration awarded $58.5 million to SIERRA LOBO INC. TEST ENGINEERING CONTRACT MECHANISM
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SIERRA LOBO INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (National Aeronautics and Space Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $58.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-10-21. End: 2015-05-31.
What specific test engineering services were provided under this contract?
The contract details are limited, but 'Test Engineering Contract Mechanism' suggests services related to the planning, execution, and analysis of tests for aerospace or other complex systems. This could include design of test procedures, data acquisition, performance evaluation, and reporting, all crucial for ensuring the reliability and safety of NASA's projects.
Were there any performance issues or contract modifications during its term?
The provided data does not include information on contract performance or modifications. A deeper dive into contract modification history and performance reports would be necessary to assess any issues that arose during the contract's nearly six-year duration. Such information is typically available through contract databases like FPDS.
How does the final award value compare to the initial estimated value or budget?
The data shows an award amount of $58,493,106.61. Without the initial estimated value or budget, a direct comparison is not possible. However, the 'br' field indicates a 'base' value of 28561, which seems unusually low compared to the total award, suggesting it might represent a base period or a different metric entirely.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Facilities Support Services › Facilities Support Services
Product/Service Code: TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE SVCS. › TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 426 CROGHAN STREET, FREMONT, OH, 43420
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Hispanic American Owned Business, Minority Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $70,000,000
Exercised Options: $70,000,000
Current Obligation: $58,493,107
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: NNC05CA95C
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-10-21
Current End Date: 2015-05-31
Potential End Date: 2015-05-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2015-07-22
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