DoD awards $20.4M contract for communications-electronics services to Alion Science and Technology Corp
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $20,453,126 ($20.5M)
Contractor: Alion Science and Technology Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2004-04-01
End Date: 2009-08-31
Contract Duration: 1,978 days
Daily Burn Rate: $10.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: IT
Official Description: 200407!005385!2100!W909MY!USA COMMUNICATIONS-ELECTRONICS !GS10F0282M !C!N! !Y!W909MY04F0039! !20040401!20050331!119165152!119165152!119162332!N!ALION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY C!2101 EXECUTIVE DR STE 5G !HAMPTON !VA!23666!35000!650!51!HAMPTON !HAMPTON (CITY) !VIRGINIA !+000002534200!N!N!000000000000!B599!OTHER SPECIAL STUDIES & ANALYSES !S1 !SERVICES !000 !* !611430!E! !6! ! ! ! ! !99990909!B! ! ! ! !A! ! ! !000! ! ! ! ! ! ! !Y!C!N!N! ! ! ! ! ! !00 ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: FORT BELVOIR, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22060
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $20.5 million to ALION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION for work described as: 200407!005385!2100!W909MY!USA COMMUNICATIONS-ELECTRONICS !GS10F0282M !C!N! !Y!W909MY04F0039! !20040401!20050331!119165152!119165152!119162332!N!ALION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY C!2101 EXECUTIVE DR STE 5G !HAMPTON !VA!23666!35000!650!51!HAMPTON !HAMP… Key points: 1. Contract awarded for communications-electronics services. 2. Alion Science and Technology Corporation is the contractor. 3. Contract duration is approximately 5 years. 4. The contract falls under Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. 5. Awarded under full and open competition.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value is $20.4 million over a period of roughly 5 years. Without specific benchmarks for similar communications-electronics services, it's difficult to definitively assess pricing, but the average annual value is around $4 million.
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. The specific price discovery mechanisms within this method are not detailed here.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition suggests an effort to secure competitive pricing, potentially leading to better value for taxpayers on this $20.4 million contract.
Public Impact
Ensures continued support for critical communications-electronics systems. Supports a significant contract value, indicating substantial service requirements. Potential impact on technological advancements in defense communications. Contractor's performance will be key to operational readiness.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration is long (5 years), increasing risk of cost overruns or obsolescence.
- Contract type is Time and Materials, which can lead to higher costs if not managed tightly.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes oversight challenging.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition, suggesting potential for competitive pricing.
- Contractor has a history with the government (implied by contract vehicle GS10F0282M).
- Clear service area (communications-electronics).
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the professional services sector, specifically management consulting. The value of $20.4 million over 5 years is moderate for a federal IT/services contract, but specific benchmarks for communications-electronics services are needed for a precise comparison.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate any specific set-aside for small businesses. The prime contractor, Alion Science and Technology Corporation, is likely a large business, suggesting limited direct opportunities for small businesses unless they are subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded under a General Services Administration (GSA) schedule (GS10F0282M), which typically has established oversight mechanisms. However, the specific oversight for this particular task order and its effectiveness are not detailed in the provided data.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Long contract duration increases risk.
- Time and Materials contract type can lead to cost overruns.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Potential for vendor lock-in if services are highly specialized.
- Limited visibility into subcontractor utilization.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-defense, va, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $20.5 million to ALION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION. 200407!005385!2100!W909MY!USA COMMUNICATIONS-ELECTRONICS !GS10F0282M !C!N! !Y!W909MY04F0039! !20040401!20050331!119165152!119165152!119162332!N!ALION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY C!2101 EXECUTIVE DR STE 5G !HAMPTON !VA!23666!35000!650!51!HAMPTON !HAMPTON (CITY) !VIRGINIA !+000002534200!N!N!000000000000!B599!OTHER SPECIAL STUDIES & ANALYSES !S1 !SERVICES !000 !* !611430!E! !6! ! ! ! ! !999
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ALION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $20.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2004-04-01. End: 2009-08-31.
What specific communications-electronics systems or capabilities does this contract support, and how critical are they to current military operations?
The provided data identifies the contract as being for 'USA COMMUNICATIONS-ELECTRONICS' services. Without further details, the specific systems are unknown. Understanding the criticality would require analyzing the operational context and the role these services play in maintaining or enhancing defense communication networks and electronic warfare capabilities.
Given the Time and Materials contract type, what measures are in place to control costs and prevent scope creep over the nearly 5-year period?
Time and Materials (T&M) contracts carry inherent risks of cost escalation. Effective cost control typically relies on robust government oversight, clearly defined task orders with labor hour limitations, and regular reviews of contractor performance and billing. The absence of specific details on these measures in the data makes it difficult to assess their adequacy.
How does the performance of Alion Science and Technology Corporation on similar contracts inform the assessment of this award's potential effectiveness?
Assessing effectiveness requires historical performance data for Alion Science and Technology Corporation on comparable contracts. Positive past performance, including meeting deadlines, staying within budget, and delivering quality services, would indicate a higher likelihood of success. Conversely, a history of issues would raise concerns about the effectiveness of this award.
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
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 10 W 35TH ST, CHICAGO, IL, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS10F0282M
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2004-04-01
Current End Date: 2009-08-31
Potential End Date: 2009-08-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2009-12-10
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