DoD Awards $12.9M Firm Fixed Price Contract to Stanley Associates for Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $12,925,801 ($12.9M)
Contractor: Stanley Associates, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2003-09-06
End Date: 2005-09-28
Contract Duration: 753 days
Daily Burn Rate: $17.2K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 10
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Place of Performance
Location: ATLANTA, GEORGIA, 30330
State: Georgia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $12.9 million to STANLEY ASSOCIATES, INC. for work described as: Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Stanley Associates, Inc. for $12.9 million. 2. Full and open competition was utilized for this award. 3. The contract duration is 753 days. 4. Awarded by the Department of the Army, part of the Department of Defense. 5. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $12.9 million for a 753-day duration suggests a reasonable rate for specialized services. Benchmarking against similar IT or professional services contracts of comparable scope and duration would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The use of full and open competition indicates that multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid, fostering a competitive environment. This method generally leads to better price discovery and potentially lower costs for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive bidding process likely resulted in a fair market price, maximizing the value of taxpayer dollars spent on these services.
Public Impact
Ensures continued support for critical Department of the Army operations. Provides employment opportunities through Stanley Associates, Inc. The use of full and open competition promotes a fair marketplace for government contractors. Firm Fixed Price contract type offers cost certainty to the government.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized
- Firm Fixed Price contract type
- Awarded to a single entity, Stanley Associates, Inc.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the professional services sector, likely supporting IT or administrative functions for the Department of the Army. Spending benchmarks for similar services vary widely based on specialization and duration.
Small Business Impact
While this contract was awarded through full and open competition, there is no specific indication of set-asides for small businesses. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses participated or benefited indirectly.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of the Army is responsible for oversight of this contract. The firm fixed price structure provides a degree of accountability for the contractor to deliver services within the agreed-upon budget.
Related Government Programs
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific service details
- No indication of small business participation
- Potential for cost overruns if scope significantly expands beyond initial estimates
Tags
department-of-defense, ga, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $12.9 million to STANLEY ASSOCIATES, INC.. See the official description on USAspending.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is STANLEY ASSOCIATES, 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 $12.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2003-09-06. End: 2005-09-28.
What specific services were procured under this contract?
The provided data does not specify the exact nature of the services rendered. However, given the contractor's name and the awarding agency, it likely pertains to professional, technical, or IT support services essential for the Department of the Army's operations and mission objectives.
What was the competitive landscape like for this solicitation?
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION,' indicating that all responsible sources were permitted to submit bids. This suggests a robust bidding process where multiple companies vied for the contract, aiming to offer the best value to the government.
How does the contract value compare to similar government service contracts?
A $12.9 million contract over approximately two years is within a common range for significant IT or professional services. Without knowing the specific service niche, direct comparison is difficult, but the full and open competition suggests the price was deemed competitive.
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Offers Received: 10
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Groupe CGI Inc (UEI: 246801237)
Address: 300 N WASHINGTON ST, ALEXANDRIA, VA, 08
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DAKF1199D0005
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2003-09-06
Current End Date: 2005-09-28
Potential End Date: 2005-09-28 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2009-03-03
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