DoD's $40.3M R&D Contract with SAIC for Test & Evaluation Services Awarded via Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $40,346,200 ($40.3M)
Contractor: Science Applications International Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2013-03-29
End Date: 2017-10-31
Contract Duration: 1,677 days
Daily Burn Rate: $24.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: R&D
Official Description: TASK AREA 10 - TEST AND EVALUATION TASK AREA 13 SECURITY ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION AND ACCREDITATION TASK AREA 20 MANAGED SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: FORT GEORGE G MEADE, ANNE ARUNDEL County, MARYLAND, 20755
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $40.3 million to SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION for work described as: TASK AREA 10 - TEST AND EVALUATION TASK AREA 13 SECURITY ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION AND ACCREDITATION TASK AREA 20 MANAGED SERVICES Key points: 1. Significant investment in R&D for critical defense information systems. 2. Competition was robust, indicating potential for fair pricing. 3. Risk is moderate given the long duration and fixed-price nature. 4. Sector focus on IT and R&D aligns with defense modernization needs.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract's value of $40.3M over nearly 5 years suggests a substantial need for these specialized R&D services. Benchmarking against similar large-scale R&D contracts is difficult without more granular data, but the fixed-price structure implies an expectation of cost control.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded using full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives the best value. The use of a delivery order under a larger contract structure suggests a streamlined procurement process.
Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition aims to maximize taxpayer value by ensuring a wide range of potential contractors can bid, driving down costs and improving service quality.
Public Impact
Enhances critical defense infrastructure through advanced R&D. Supports national security by ensuring robust testing and evaluation. Contributes to technological advancements within the defense sector.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Long contract duration (1677 days) could lead to scope creep or changing requirements.
- Fixed-price contract may not fully account for unforeseen technical challenges in R&D.
- Reliance on a single contractor (SAIC) for this specific task area.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Focus on critical R&D for defense systems.
- Fixed-price contract provides cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Research and Development sector, specifically for Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences. Spending in this area is crucial for maintaining a technological edge in defense, with benchmarks varying widely based on the specific research focus.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses, and the prime contractor, Science Applications International Corporation, is a large business. There is no information on small business subcontracting participation.
Oversight & Accountability
Awarded as a delivery order under a larger contract, oversight would likely be managed by the Defense Information Systems Agency. The fixed-price nature provides some level of financial accountability, but ongoing monitoring of performance and deliverables is essential.
Related Government Programs
- Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Information Systems Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns if R&D challenges are underestimated.
- Risk of technology obsolescence during the long contract period.
- Dependence on SAIC's performance and expertise.
- Scope creep due to evolving defense requirements.
Tags
research-and-development-in-the-physical, department-of-defense, md, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $40.3 million to SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION. TASK AREA 10 - TEST AND EVALUATION TASK AREA 13 SECURITY ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION AND ACCREDITATION TASK AREA 20 MANAGED SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Information Systems Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $40.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2013-03-29. End: 2017-10-31.
What specific R&D advancements were achieved under this contract?
The provided data does not detail the specific research and development advancements made. Further analysis would require reviewing contract performance reports, technical documentation, and final deliverables to assess the tangible outcomes and innovations resulting from the $40.3M investment.
How did the full and open competition process impact the final negotiated price?
While full and open competition generally drives prices down, the exact impact on this specific contract's final price isn't quantifiable from the data alone. It suggests a competitive bidding environment likely resulted in a fair market price, but without knowing the initial bids or estimated costs, the precise savings are unknown.
What is the long-term effectiveness of this R&D investment for the DoD?
The long-term effectiveness hinges on how the developed technologies integrate into DoD systems and enhance operational capabilities. The R&D focused on test and evaluation, and security engineering, suggests a goal of improving system reliability and security, which are crucial for sustained defense readiness.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Scientific Research and Development Services › Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)
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
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 12010 SUNSET HILLS RD, RESTON, VA, 20190
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $40,346,200
Exercised Options: $40,346,200
Current Obligation: $40,346,200
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HC102808D2025
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2013-03-29
Current End Date: 2017-10-31
Potential End Date: 2017-10-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2023-12-21
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