DOJ's OVC awards $12.9M contract for victim services training to ICF Incorporated
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $12,878,779 ($12.9M)
Contractor: ICF Incorporated, L.L.C.
Awarding Agency: Department of Justice
Start Date: 2021-09-28
End Date: 2026-04-17
Contract Duration: 1,662 days
Daily Burn Rate: $7.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: NATIONAL TRAINING AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER FOR THE USDOJ/OJP OFFICE FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME
Place of Performance
Location: RESTON, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 20190
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Justice obligated $12.9 million to ICF INCORPORATED, L.L.C. for work described as: NATIONAL TRAINING AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER FOR THE USDOJ/OJP OFFICE FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME Key points: 1. The contract supports the National Training and Technical Assistance Center. 2. ICF Incorporated, L.L.C. is the sole awardee. 3. The contract runs through April 2026. 4. This is a Time and Materials contract type.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $12.9M over nearly 5 years appears reasonable for specialized training and technical assistance. Benchmarking against similar government-wide contracts for management consulting services is difficult without more granular data on service scope.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better value for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used to enhance victim services through specialized training and technical assistance, aiming for improved program effectiveness.
Public Impact
Enhances support for crime victims nationwide through improved training for service providers. Strengthens the capacity of the Office for Victims of Crime to deliver essential services. Ensures continuity of critical training programs for victim assistance professionals.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 77 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials contract type can lead to cost overruns if not closely monitored.
- Lack of specific performance metrics in the provided data makes assessing effectiveness challenging.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Supports a critical mission for victim services.
- Long-term contract provides stability for essential services.
Sector Analysis
The Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services sector (NAICS 541611) is broad. This contract falls within professional services supporting government operations, with spending benchmarks varying widely based on specialization.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses and the awardee, ICF Incorporated, is a large business. There is no indication of small business subcontracting opportunities within this award.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight will be crucial, particularly given the Time and Materials contract type, to ensure efficient use of funds and adherence to the scope of work. The Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs is responsible for managing this contract.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Justice Contracting
- Office of Justice Programs Programs
Risk Flags
- Time and Materials contract type.
- Potential for scope creep.
- Limited insight into specific performance metrics.
- No indication of small business participation.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-justice, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Justice awarded $12.9 million to ICF INCORPORATED, L.L.C.. NATIONAL TRAINING AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER FOR THE USDOJ/OJP OFFICE FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ICF INCORPORATED, L.L.C..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Justice (Office of Justice Programs).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $12.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2021-09-28. End: 2026-04-17.
What specific training and technical assistance activities are included in this contract, and how do they align with current victim needs?
The contract supports the National Training and Technical Assistance Center for the USDOJ/OJP Office for Victims of Crime. Specific activities likely include developing and delivering training modules, providing expert consultation, and disseminating best practices to victim service providers across the nation. The alignment with current victim needs would depend on the detailed statement of work and ongoing program evaluations.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract, and how will ICF Incorporated's performance be measured?
Key performance indicators are not detailed in the provided data. Typically, for such contracts, KPIs might include training completion rates, participant satisfaction scores, demonstrated improvement in service provider knowledge or skills, and timely delivery of technical assistance. Performance would be measured through regular reporting, client feedback, and potentially site visits or audits by the contracting officer's representative.
How does the $12.9M contract value compare to similar training and technical assistance contracts within the federal government for victim services?
Direct comparison is challenging without access to a comprehensive database of similar contracts with identical scopes. However, $12.9M over approximately 4.5 years for a national-level training and technical assistance center suggests a significant investment. This value appears commensurate with the scale of supporting a national program aimed at improving victim services across various jurisdictions and crime types.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 15PBJA21Q00000003
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: ICF International, Inc.
Address: 1902 RESTON METRO PLAZA, RESTON, VA, 20190
Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $16,553,442
Exercised Options: $13,487,322
Current Obligation: $12,878,779
Actual Outlays: $11,853,605
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 11
Total Subaward Amount: $1,644,763
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS00F010CA
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2021-09-28
Current End Date: 2026-04-17
Potential End Date: 2027-04-17 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-10
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