DoD's $75M MUOS Development Finalization & Radio Sustainment Contract Awarded to General Dynamics
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $75,179,037 ($75.2M)
Contractor: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2015-02-02
End Date: 2021-10-07
Contract Duration: 2,439 days
Daily Burn Rate: $30.8K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF CONTRACT FOR MUOS DEVELOPMENT FINALIZATION AND MANPACK RADIO SUSTAINMENT. CURRENT ACTION IS SOLELY FOR MUOS DEVELOPMENT FINALIZATION TO PREVENT BREAK IN CRITICAL SERVICES. CONTRACT WILL BE MODIFIED TO FULLY INCLUDE MANPACK RADIO HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE SUSTAINMENT AND FEILD SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SUPPORT.
Place of Performance
Location: SCOTTSDALE, MARICOPA County, ARIZONA, 85257
State: Arizona Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $75.2 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC. for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF CONTRACT FOR MUOS DEVELOPMENT FINALIZATION AND MANPACK RADIO SUSTAINMENT. CURRENT ACTION IS SOLELY FOR MUOS DEVELOPMENT FINALIZATION TO PREVENT BREAK IN CRITICAL SERVICES. CONTRACT WILL BE MODIFIED TO FULLY INCLUDE MANPACK RADIO HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE SUSTAINMENT AND… Key points: 1. The contract focuses on finalizing the MUOS development and sustaining manpack radio hardware/software. 2. General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc. is the sole awardee, indicating a limited competition scenario. 3. The contract's primary goal is to prevent a break in critical services for MUOS. 4. This award falls under the Communication Equipment Repair and Maintenance sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $75.2M for a 2439-day duration appears reasonable for complex defense systems development and sustainment. However, without specific benchmarks for MUOS finalization or manpack radio sustainment, a precise value assessment is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract was not competed and is a sole-source award, citing the need to prevent a break in critical services for MUOS. This limits price discovery and competitive pressure, potentially leading to higher costs.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for a critical defense system, but the lack of competition raises concerns about cost-effectiveness.
Public Impact
Ensures continuity of critical communication services for military operations. Supports the sustainment of essential manpack radio hardware and software. General Dynamics Mission Systems plays a key role in providing these vital defense capabilities.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition and potential cost savings.
- Potential for cost overruns in complex development and sustainment.
- Lack of transparency in pricing due to non-competitive nature.
Positive Signals
- Addresses critical service continuity for MUOS.
- Ensures sustainment of essential manpack radio systems.
- Awardee has established expertise in defense systems.
Sector Analysis
This contract is within the Defense sector, specifically focusing on communication equipment and related services. Spending in this area is often characterized by long development cycles and specialized requirements, making competition challenging.
Small Business Impact
The awardee, General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc., is a large business. There is no indication of subcontracting opportunities for small businesses within the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is managed by the Department of Defense, with oversight likely provided by the Defense Contract Management Agency. The sole-source nature warrants close monitoring to ensure fair pricing and effective service delivery.
Related Government Programs
- Communication Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award
- Potential for cost creep
- Lack of competitive benchmarking
- Critical service dependency
Tags
communication-equipment-repair-and-maint, department-of-defense, az, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $75.2 million to GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC.. IGF::OT::IGF CONTRACT FOR MUOS DEVELOPMENT FINALIZATION AND MANPACK RADIO SUSTAINMENT. CURRENT ACTION IS SOLELY FOR MUOS DEVELOPMENT FINALIZATION TO PREVENT BREAK IN CRITICAL SERVICES. CONTRACT WILL BE MODIFIED TO FULLY INCLUDE MANPACK RADIO HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE SUSTAINMENT AND FEILD SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE SUPPORT.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Contract Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $75.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2015-02-02. End: 2021-10-07.
What is the specific breakdown of costs allocated to MUOS development finalization versus manpack radio sustainment?
The provided data does not specify the cost allocation between MUOS development finalization and manpack radio sustainment. This information is crucial for understanding the investment in each component and assessing the value for money for each aspect of the contract.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for the MUOS development finalization and manpack radio sustainment?
The data does not detail the specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for this contract. Establishing clear and measurable KPIs is essential for tracking the success of MUOS development finalization and the effectiveness of manpack radio sustainment efforts, ensuring accountability.
What is the projected timeline and budget for the full integration of manpack radio hardware and software sustainment and field representative support?
The contract duration is 2439 days, but the specific timeline and budget for the full integration of manpack radio sustainment and field service representative support are not detailed. Understanding these specifics is vital for taxpayers to gauge the long-term financial commitment and expected outcomes.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Other Services (except Public Administration) › Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance › Communication Equipment Repair and Maintenance
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD EQUIPMENT › MAINT, REPAIR, REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: W15P7T14R0010
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Wico Limited
Address: 8201 E MCDOWELL ROAD, SCOTTSDALE, AZ, 85257
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $76,151,321
Exercised Options: $75,809,077
Current Obligation: $75,179,037
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 34
Total Subaward Amount: $9,990,655
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Timeline
Start Date: 2015-02-02
Current End Date: 2021-10-07
Potential End Date: 2021-10-07 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-12-10
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