Dod's Tri-Service Regional Standardization Program: $15.26M for Admin Management Consulting
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $15,259,214 ($15.3M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2006-11-02
End Date: 2010-07-31
Contract Duration: 1,367 days
Daily Burn Rate: $11.2K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: TRI-SERVICE REGIONAL STANDARDIZATION PROGRAM
Place of Performance
Location: PHILADELPHIA, PHILADELPHIA County, PENNSYLVANIA, 19111
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $15.3 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC. for work described as: TRI-SERVICE REGIONAL STANDARDIZATION PROGRAM Key points: 1. Spending of $15.26M on administrative management consulting services. 2. General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. Contract awarded under full and open competition. 4. Potential for standardization benefits across military branches.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $15.26M over approximately 3.7 years is moderate. Benchmarking against similar administrative management consulting contracts is difficult without more granular service details.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded using full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the specific awardee is General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc., indicating they won the bid.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are used for administrative management consulting, aiming for standardization benefits that could lead to long-term cost savings.
Public Impact
Potential for improved efficiency and cost savings through standardized processes. Impact on military operational effectiveness through better administrative support. Ensures consistency in management consulting services across different defense agencies.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.
- Potential for scope creep in consulting services.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Aims for standardization, a common efficiency driver.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under administrative management and general management consulting services, a common area of government spending. Benchmarks for this sector vary widely based on the specific services provided.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates the awardee is General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc., a large business. There is no indication of small business participation in this specific award.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically involve the Defense Logistics Agency monitoring contract performance and ensuring adherence to the terms and conditions. Accountability rests with the contracting officer and the awarded contractor.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Logistics Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Potential for vendor lock-in if standardization is too rigid.
- Limited visibility into specific deliverables and outcomes.
- No clear indication of small business subcontracting.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-defense, pa, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $15.3 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC.. TRI-SERVICE REGIONAL STANDARDIZATION PROGRAM
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Logistics Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $15.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-11-02. End: 2010-07-31.
What specific standardization initiatives were undertaken, and what were their measurable outcomes?
The provided data does not detail the specific standardization initiatives or their measurable outcomes. Further analysis would require access to performance reports and program evaluations to assess the effectiveness of the standardization efforts and determine if the $15.26M investment yielded tangible improvements in efficiency or cost savings across the tri-service program.
How did the competitive bidding process ensure the best value for the government?
The contract was awarded under 'full and open competition,' which theoretically allows all responsible sources to submit bids. The government's selection of General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. implies their proposal offered the best value based on the evaluation criteria. However, without knowing the number of bidders or the evaluation details, it's difficult to definitively assess the extent of price discovery and competition achieved.
What is the long-term cost-benefit analysis of this standardization program?
The long-term cost-benefit analysis is not explicitly provided. The program's objective is likely to achieve economies of scale and reduce redundant efforts, leading to cost savings. However, the initial investment of $15.26M needs to be weighed against realized savings and improved operational effectiveness over the program's lifecycle to determine its overall financial success.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: General Dynamics Corp (UEI: 001381284)
Address: 3211 JERMANTOWN RD, FAIRFAX, VA, 22030
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $15,259,214
Exercised Options: $15,259,214
Current Obligation: $15,259,214
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS23F8049H
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-11-02
Current End Date: 2010-07-31
Potential End Date: 2010-07-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-12-08
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