Commerce Dept. Spends $5.2M on Security Guards via BPA Call with COGAR GROUP, LTD
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $5,200,143 ($5.2M)
Contractor: Cogar Group, Ltd., the
Awarding Agency: Department of Commerce
Start Date: 2023-01-01
End Date: 2023-12-31
Contract Duration: 364 days
Daily Burn Rate: $14.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: Other
Official Description: SECURITY GUARD SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20230
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Commerce obligated $5.2 million to COGAR GROUP, LTD., THE for work described as: SECURITY GUARD SERVICES Key points: 1. Spending of $5.2M on security guard services. 2. Contract awarded to COGAR GROUP, LTD. 3. Utilized a BPA Call under Full and Open Competition. 4. Services provided in Washington D.C.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The total award amount is $5.2M. Benchmarking against similar contracts for security guard services is difficult without more specific details on service levels and geographic scope. The provided benchmark of $14,286 for 'br' (likely a bid range or similar metric) is noted but lacks context for a definitive assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under Full and Open Competition using a BPA Call. This method generally promotes price discovery and competition, suggesting a potentially competitive pricing environment. However, the specific impact on price depends on the number of bidders and the structure of the BPA.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are used for essential security services. The competitive nature of the award aims to ensure reasonable pricing, but ongoing monitoring is needed to confirm value.
Public Impact
Ensures physical security for Department of Commerce facilities. Supports federal agency operations by maintaining a safe environment. Provides employment opportunities within the security services sector.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of detailed service scope for precise value assessment.
- Benchmark data ('br') lacks clear definition and context.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under Full and Open Competition.
- Services are essential for agency operations.
Sector Analysis
The security guard services sector is competitive, with numerous providers. Spending benchmarks vary significantly based on service complexity, hours, and location. This $5.2M expenditure appears to be a substantial contract within this sector, likely covering significant operational needs.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss: false, sb: false). Therefore, there is no direct benefit to small businesses through this specific award, though they may participate in the broader security services market.
Oversight & Accountability
The use of a BPA Call under Full and Open Competition suggests a structured procurement process. Oversight would involve monitoring contract performance, adherence to service level agreements, and ensuring continued competition if the BPA is expanded or recompeted.
Related Government Programs
- Security Guards and Patrol Services
- Department of Commerce Contracting
- Office of the Secretary Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed service scope.
- Ambiguous benchmark data ('br').
- No indication of small business participation.
- Limited insight into long-term cost-effectiveness.
Tags
security-guards-and-patrol-services, department-of-commerce, dc, bpa-call, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Commerce awarded $5.2 million to COGAR GROUP, LTD., THE. SECURITY GUARD SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is COGAR GROUP, LTD., THE.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Commerce (Office of the Secretary).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $5.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-01-01. End: 2023-12-31.
What specific security services are included in this $5.2M contract, and how do they align with the agency's needs?
The provided data identifies the service as 'Security Guards and Patrol Services' (NAICS 561612). However, specific details regarding the scope of services, such as the number of guards, hours of coverage, specialized security measures, and locations, are not included. A comprehensive understanding of the agency's security requirements is necessary to determine if this contract effectively meets those needs and provides appropriate value for the expenditure.
How does the benchmark value of $14,286 ('br') relate to the total contract value and inform the assessment of pricing?
The meaning of the 'br' value of $14,286 is unclear without further context; it could represent a bid range, a unit price benchmark, or another metric. If it's a per-unit cost or a typical contract size, its relationship to the $5.2M total award needs clarification. Without understanding what this benchmark represents, it's difficult to use it effectively to assess the pricing reasonableness of this specific contract.
What is the expected duration and renewal potential of this BPA Call, and how might that impact long-term cost-effectiveness?
The contract has a duration of 364 days (ed: 2023-12-31, sd: 2023-01-01). As a BPA Call, it implies an underlying Basic Ordering Agreement. The long-term cost-effectiveness depends on the terms of the underlying BPA, potential for follow-on contracts, and whether the competitive pricing established initially can be maintained over time. Without details on the BPA's structure and renewal options, assessing long-term value is speculative.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Investigation and Security Services › Security Guards and Patrol Services
Product/Service Code: UTILITIES AND HOUSEKEEPING › HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 23409 NEW MOUNTAIN RD, ALDIE, VA, 20105
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Hispanic American Owned Business, Minority Owned Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $5,200,143
Exercised Options: $5,200,143
Current Obligation: $5,200,143
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 1331L521A13OS0002
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-01-01
Current End Date: 2023-12-31
Potential End Date: 2023-12-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-02
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