NASA's $106M JSC Aircraft Maintenance Contract Awarded to PAE Applied Technologies
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $106,316,300 ($106.3M)
Contractor: PAE Applied Technologies LLC
Awarding Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Start Date: 2009-09-18
End Date: 2012-05-31
Contract Duration: 986 days
Daily Burn Rate: $107.8K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATION OF THE JSC AIRCRAFT.
Place of Performance
Location: HOUSTON, HARRIS County, TEXAS, 77058
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
National Aeronautics and Space Administration obligated $106.3 million to PAE APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES LLC for work described as: MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATION OF THE JSC AIRCRAFT. Key points: 1. Contract value of $106.3M for aircraft maintenance and modification. 2. Awarded to PAE Applied Technologies LLC. 3. Procured by NASA's Johnson Space Center. 4. Classified under 'Other Support Activities for Air Transportation'. 5. Contract duration of 986 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract is a Cost Plus Award Fee type, which can lead to higher costs if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar aircraft maintenance contracts is difficult without more detailed cost breakdowns.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award. Lack of competition limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs for taxpayers.
Taxpayer Impact: The absence of competition may result in a higher cost to taxpayers than a competitively awarded contract.
Public Impact
Supports critical NASA operations at the Johnson Space Center. Ensures the readiness and safety of JSC's aircraft fleet. Impacts the efficiency of space exploration and research support.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- Cost Plus Award Fee structure
- No small business participation noted
Positive Signals
- Supports critical NASA mission
- Long-term contract for essential services
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the aerospace support services sector. Spending in this area is driven by government needs for specialized maintenance and operational support for aviation assets.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates no small business participation in this contract. This represents a missed opportunity to support small businesses within the aerospace maintenance sector.
Oversight & Accountability
NASA's contracting office managed this award. Oversight would focus on performance monitoring and ensuring adherence to the Cost Plus Award Fee structure to control costs.
Related Government Programs
- Other Support Activities for Air Transportation
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Contracting
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award limits competitive pricing.
- Cost Plus Award Fee structure can inflate costs.
- No small business participation.
- Potential for cost overruns without strict oversight.
Tags
other-support-activities-for-air-transpo, national-aeronautics-and-space-administr, tx, delivery-order, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration awarded $106.3 million to PAE APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES LLC. MAINTENANCE AND MODIFICATION OF THE JSC AIRCRAFT.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is PAE APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES LLC.
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 $106.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-09-18. End: 2012-05-31.
What was the justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis?
The justification for a sole-source award typically involves unique capabilities, urgent needs, or a lack of available sources. Without further documentation, it's unclear why this specific contract was not competed, potentially limiting NASA's ability to secure the best value.
How were award fees determined and what impact did they have on the final cost?
Award fees in a Cost Plus Award Fee contract are performance-based incentives. Understanding the criteria for these fees and the contractor's performance against them is crucial to assessing if the final cost reflects exceptional service or simply higher-than-necessary expenses.
What is the benchmark cost for similar aircraft maintenance services in the aerospace industry?
Benchmarking aircraft maintenance costs is complex due to variations in aircraft type, age, complexity of services, and labor rates. However, a lack of competition and a cost-plus structure suggest potential for costs to exceed industry norms without rigorous oversight.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Transportation and Warehousing › Support Activities for Air Transportation › Other Support Activities for Air Transportation
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD EQUIPMENT › MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE (R)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Computer Sciences Corporation (UEI: 009581091)
Address: 6500 W FRWY STE 400, FORT WORTH, TX, 76116
Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $113,631,737
Exercised Options: $113,631,737
Current Obligation: $106,316,300
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: NNJ09JE44C
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-09-18
Current End Date: 2012-05-31
Potential End Date: 2012-05-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2020-02-27
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