DoD Army Awards $31.6M Engineering Services Contract to ManTech, Not Competed
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $31,649,715 ($31.6M)
Contractor: Mantech Advanced Systems International, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2016-04-01
End Date: 2017-01-31
Contract Duration: 305 days
Daily Burn Rate: $103.8K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE
Sector: Engineering Services
Official Description: IGF::CL,CT::IGF EPG NON-PERSONAL SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: FORT HUACHUCA, COCHISE County, ARIZONA, 85613
State: Arizona Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $31.6 million to MANTECH ADVANCED SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC. for work described as: IGF::CL,CT::IGF EPG NON-PERSONAL SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded to ManTech Advanced Systems International, Inc. for engineering services. 2. Significant value of $31.6 million for a 305-day period. 3. Contract was not competed, raising questions about price discovery. 4. Engineering Services sector sees substantial government investment.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract type is Cost Plus Award Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Without competitive bidding, it's difficult to assess if the $31.6 million price represents fair value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source or limited competition award. This lack of competition may have prevented the government from obtaining the best possible price.
Taxpayer Impact: The absence of competition could result in taxpayers paying more than necessary for these engineering services.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may have overpaid due to the lack of competitive bidding. The Department of the Army received engineering services without exploring potentially lower-cost alternatives. The use of a Cost Plus Award Fee contract requires robust oversight to ensure cost efficiency.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- Cost Plus Award Fee contract type
- Potential for cost overruns
Positive Signals
- Contract awarded to a known entity
- Specific engineering services provided
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector, which is crucial for defense and infrastructure projects. Spending in this sector is often substantial, making competitive sourcing vital for cost control.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to ManTech Advanced Systems International, Inc., a large business. There is no indication that small businesses were involved as subcontractors or partners in this specific award.
Oversight & Accountability
The use of a Cost Plus Award Fee contract necessitates strong government oversight to monitor costs and ensure performance objectives are met. Without competition, accountability for pricing is even more critical.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of competition may lead to higher costs.
- Cost Plus Award Fee structure can incentivize spending.
- Potential for contractor to lack urgency without competitive pressure.
- Limited transparency into the necessity of sole-source award.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, az, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $31.6 million to MANTECH ADVANCED SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC.. IGF::CL,CT::IGF EPG NON-PERSONAL SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MANTECH ADVANCED SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $31.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2016-04-01. End: 2017-01-31.
What was the justification for not competing this $31.6 million engineering services contract?
The justification for not competing this contract is not provided in the data. Typically, sole-source awards require specific justifications, such as the urgency of the need, the unavailability of other sources, or a unique capability possessed by the awarded contractor. Further investigation would be needed to determine the official rationale.
What are the potential risks associated with a Cost Plus Award Fee contract in a non-competed scenario?
The primary risk is the potential for inflated costs, as the contractor may have less incentive to control expenses when the government bears the costs plus an award fee. Without competition, there's no market benchmark to validate the pricing, increasing the risk of overpayment and reduced value for taxpayer money.
How can the effectiveness of these engineering services be measured without a competitive baseline?
Effectiveness can be measured through clearly defined performance metrics and deliverables outlined in the contract. The government must rigorously track ManTech's adherence to these specifications, quality of work, and timely completion. Award fees should be tied to achieving specific, measurable outcomes, providing a form of accountability.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT › DEFENSE (OTHER) R&D
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: W91RUS16R9999
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE (R)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Mantech International Corporation (UEI: 053518312)
Address: 12015 LEE JACKSON MEMORIAL HWY, FAIRFAX, VA, 22033
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $41,328,544
Exercised Options: $41,328,544
Current Obligation: $31,649,715
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 7
Total Subaward Amount: $8,074,000
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Timeline
Start Date: 2016-04-01
Current End Date: 2017-01-31
Potential End Date: 2017-01-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2017-04-14
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