DoD Awards $158.8M for Translation Services to Valiant Government Services LLC Under Army Contract
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $158,816,563 ($158.8M)
Contractor: Valiant Government Services LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2017-07-01
End Date: 2024-03-21
Contract Duration: 2,455 days
Daily Burn Rate: $64.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF FORCE PROJECTION MISSION AREA LABOR - BRIDGE TASK ORDER FOR CJTF-OIR
Place of Performance
Location: FORT BELVOIR, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22060
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $158.8 million to VALIANT GOVERNMENT SERVICES LLC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF FORCE PROJECTION MISSION AREA LABOR - BRIDGE TASK ORDER FOR CJTF-OIR Key points: 1. Significant contract value for translation and interpretation services. 2. Awarded via full and open competition, suggesting market availability. 3. Long duration (2455 days) may indicate ongoing mission needs. 4. Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type requires careful monitoring of costs.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract's Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure allows for cost reimbursement plus a fixed fee. While this can accommodate unforeseen expenses, it necessitates robust oversight to ensure costs remain reasonable and aligned with the fixed fee.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating that multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid. This competitive process generally leads to better price discovery and potentially more favorable pricing for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to secure services at a fair market price, maximizing taxpayer value for essential translation and interpretation needs.
Public Impact
Ensures critical translation and interpretation services for military operations. Supports ongoing missions requiring linguistic support. Provides employment opportunities within the translation and interpretation sector.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can lead to cost overruns if not managed tightly.
- Long contract duration increases exposure to potential scope creep or changing requirements.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports a critical mission area (Force Projection).
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within professional, scientific, and technical services, specifically translation and interpretation. The value is substantial for this niche, suggesting a significant operational requirement.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved in subcontracting opportunities. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type requires diligent oversight from the Department of the Army to monitor costs, ensure performance, and prevent contractor overcharges.
Related Government Programs
- Translation and Interpretation Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
- Long contract duration.
- Potential for cost overruns.
- Requires strong oversight for performance and cost control.
Tags
translation-and-interpretation-services, department-of-defense, va, delivery-order, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $158.8 million to VALIANT GOVERNMENT SERVICES LLC. IGF::OT::IGF FORCE PROJECTION MISSION AREA LABOR - BRIDGE TASK ORDER FOR CJTF-OIR
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is VALIANT GOVERNMENT SERVICES 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 $158.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2017-07-01. End: 2024-03-21.
What is the estimated total cost of the fixed fee component of this contract?
The provided data does not explicitly state the fixed fee amount. Cost Plus Fixed Fee contracts reimburse allowable costs plus a predetermined fixed fee. To assess the total value, one would need to know both the estimated cost ceiling and the fixed fee percentage or amount.
How does the benchmarked cost for translation services compare to this contract's estimated cost?
Benchmarking translation services requires detailed analysis of specific language pairs, complexity, and service type (e.g., interpretation vs. document translation). Without more granular data on the services rendered and prevailing market rates for similar government contracts, a direct cost comparison is difficult.
What mechanisms are in place to ensure the quality and accuracy of translation and interpretation services?
Quality assurance for translation and interpretation services typically involves performance metrics, quality control plans, and potentially independent reviews. The contract likely specifies performance standards and remedies for deficiencies, overseen by the contracting officer's representative.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Translation and Interpretation Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: W911W417RCJTF
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Valiant Integrated Services LLC
Address: 101 WALTON WAY, HOPKINSVILLE, KY, 42240
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $231,555,026
Exercised Options: $208,015,674
Current Obligation: $158,816,563
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W911W417D0001
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2017-07-01
Current End Date: 2024-03-21
Potential End Date: 2024-03-21 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-04-23
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