DoD awards $21.7M for Joint Simulation Center Technical Services to CSA Global LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $21,667,773 ($21.7M)
Contractor: CSA Global LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2019-05-09
End Date: 2021-11-14
Contract Duration: 920 days
Daily Burn Rate: $23.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST NO FEE
Sector: Defense
Official Description: TASK ORDER FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF TECHNICAL SERVICES FOR THE JOINT MULTI-NATIONAL SIMULATION CENTER TRAINING SUPPORT PROGRAM.
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $21.7 million to CSA GLOBAL LLC for work described as: TASK ORDER FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF TECHNICAL SERVICES FOR THE JOINT MULTI-NATIONAL SIMULATION CENTER TRAINING SUPPORT PROGRAM. Key points: 1. Contract value of $21.7M for technical services. 2. CSA Global LLC is the awardee. 3. Competition method was 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources'. 4. Services are related to Engineering (NAICS 541330). 5. Contract duration is 920 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost No Fee, which offers less price certainty. Benchmarking against similar technical services contracts is difficult without more detailed cost breakdowns.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The competition was 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources', indicating a limited approach. This method may not have achieved the best possible price discovery compared to a truly open competition.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for technical services supporting a joint simulation center. The limited competition raises questions about maximizing value for money.
Public Impact
Supports joint military training and simulation capabilities. Ensures technical expertise for critical simulation infrastructure. Impacts readiness and operational effectiveness of military personnel.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition method
- Cost No Fee contract type
Positive Signals
- Supports critical training infrastructure
- Long-term contract duration
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Engineering Services, a sector often characterized by specialized expertise. Spending benchmarks for similar simulation support services can vary widely based on complexity and duration.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to a small business (sb: false). There is no information provided on subcontracting opportunities for small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army for the Department of Defense. Oversight would typically involve program managers ensuring technical performance and adherence to contract terms.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition may have resulted in higher costs.
- Cost No Fee contract type offers less price certainty for the government.
- Lack of small business participation noted.
- Specific technical service details are not provided.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $21.7 million to CSA GLOBAL LLC. TASK ORDER FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF TECHNICAL SERVICES FOR THE JOINT MULTI-NATIONAL SIMULATION CENTER TRAINING SUPPORT PROGRAM.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CSA GLOBAL LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $21.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2019-05-09. End: 2021-11-14.
What specific technical services are included in this task order, and how do they directly contribute to the Joint Multi-National Simulation Center's mission?
The task order focuses on technical services for the Joint Multi-National Simulation Center Training Support Program. These services likely encompass system maintenance, software updates, network support, and potentially the development or integration of new simulation capabilities. The direct contribution is ensuring the simulation environment is operational, accurate, and capable of supporting complex multi-national training exercises, thereby enhancing military readiness and interoperability.
Given the 'limited' competition, what measures were in place to ensure a fair and reasonable price was negotiated for these engineering services?
The contract type is 'Cost No Fee', which means the contractor is reimbursed for allowable costs but does not receive a fee. While this can limit profit, it also shifts risk to the government regarding cost control. The contracting officer would typically rely on historical data, independent government cost estimates, and potentially audits to ensure costs are reasonable. However, the limited competition itself inherently reduces the government's leverage in price negotiations.
How will the effectiveness of CSA Global LLC's technical services be measured to ensure the training support program meets its objectives?
Effectiveness is typically measured through performance metrics defined in the contract's Performance Work Statement (PWS). These could include system uptime, response times for technical issues, successful completion of software updates, and user satisfaction surveys from training participants. Regular progress reviews and acceptance testing of delivered services would also be employed to ensure the training support program objectives are being met.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: W900KK17R0001
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST NO FEE (S)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 635 SLATERS LN STE 300, ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22314
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $25,300,752
Exercised Options: $23,268,721
Current Obligation: $21,667,773
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W900KK18D0007
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2019-05-09
Current End Date: 2021-11-14
Potential End Date: 2021-11-14 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-10-31
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