HQ014718D0005 SWDC IDIQ Extension
ID: HQ014718D0005SWDCExtJustificationType: Justification
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEMISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY (MDA)MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY (MDA)HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35898, USA

PSC

NATIONAL DEFENSE R&D SERVICES; ATOMIC ENERGY DEFENSE ACTIVITIES; EXPERIMENTAL DEVELOPMENT (AC23)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/666c2ec8c347451796373ff6b6fac3fb/view
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    Description

    The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) of the Department of Defense is extending the IDIQ contract HQ014718D0005 for the SWDC program, specifically justifying the continuation of services with Northrop Grumman as the sole capable source. The procurement aims to maintain critical national defense research and development services, leveraging Northrop Grumman's unique qualifications and extensive experience from a previous $700 million investment over 15 years, which is essential for ensuring continuity and performance. This extension is crucial to avoid disruptions that could arise from transitioning to another contractor, as it would require significant knowledge acquisition that could negatively impact cost, schedule, and performance. Interested parties can reach out to Joshua Kachelman at joshua.kachelman@mda.mil or call 256-450-0343 for further details regarding this opportunity.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Joshua Kachelman
    (256) 450-0343
    joshua.kachelman@mda.mil
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    Final Signed DE_SWDC Extension_Value Increase J and A_Redacted.pdf
    This government file details a justification for not pursuing full and open competition, citing statutory authority under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) and FAR 6.302-1(a)(2). The rationale is that Northrop Grumman is the sole capable source for the required services within the specified timeframe, supported by market research (RFI MDA21BCRFI02) that found other respondents unsuitable. The document highlights Northrop Grumman's unique qualifications as the incumbent, having led significant prior work and possessing extensive knowledge from a 15-year, $700M investment. Transitioning the work to another contractor would negatively impact cost, schedule, and performance due to the need for extensive knowledge acquisition. The government will ensure fair and reasonable costs through price analyses and reviews. To promote future competition, the DE Program Office is transitioning to a Scaled Agile Framework, modernizing the code base with a Modular Open Systems Approach, and investing in automated testing with appropriate data rights for potential future transitions.
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