Department of Labor awards $6.9M contract to Chugach Education Services for Job Corps center operation

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $6,930,048 ($6.9M)

Contractor: Chugach Education Services, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Labor

Start Date: 2020-09-30

End Date: 2021-11-30

Contract Duration: 426 days

Daily Burn Rate: $16.3K/day

Competition Type: NOT COMPETED

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: JOB CORPS IS A VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM FOR YOUTH BETWEEN THE AGES OF 16 AND 24. THIS CONTRACT HAS BEEN AWARDED FOR THE OPERATION OF THE SPRINGDALE JOB CORPS CENTER.

Place of Performance

Location: TROUTDALE, MULTNOMAH County, OREGON, 97060

State: Oregon Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Labor obligated $6.9 million to CHUGACH EDUCATION SERVICES, INC. for work described as: JOB CORPS IS A VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM FOR YOUTH BETWEEN THE AGES OF 16 AND 24. THIS CONTRACT HAS BEEN AWARDED FOR THE OPERATION OF THE SPRINGDALE JOB CORPS CENTER. Key points: 1. The contract focuses on vocational training for youth aged 16-24. 2. This is a sole-source award, indicating limited competition. 3. The firm fixed-price contract type aims to control costs. 4. The program operates in Oregon, a specific geographic focus.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $6.9M for a 14-month period appears reasonable for operating a Job Corps center, but a direct comparison to similar contracts is difficult without more data on scope and services.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: sole-source

The contract was not competed, which limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs than a competitive process might yield. The rationale for the sole-source award is not provided.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for this vocational training program. The lack of competition raises concerns about the efficiency of spending.

Public Impact

Provides job training and career development opportunities for young adults. Supports workforce development initiatives by equipping youth with skills. The program's effectiveness in placing graduates into employment is a key public interest.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of competition
Sole-source award justification unclear

Positive Signals

Focus on youth vocational training
Firm fixed-price contract

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under the 'Other Technical and Trade Schools' sector, specifically vocational training. Benchmarks for similar youth training programs are not readily available, but the value seems aligned with program scope.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this award (ss: false, sb: false). There is no indication of subcontracting opportunities for small businesses.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight would typically be managed by the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management within the Department of Labor. Accountability for program outcomes and financial management is crucial.

Related Government Programs

Other Technical and Trade Schools
Department of Labor Contracting
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management Programs

Risk Flags

Sole-source award limits competition.
Lack of transparency regarding award justification.
Potential for inflated costs due to non-competitive nature.
No small business participation noted.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Labor awarded $6.9 million to CHUGACH EDUCATION SERVICES, INC.. JOB CORPS IS A VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM FOR YOUTH BETWEEN THE AGES OF 16 AND 24. THIS CONTRACT HAS BEEN AWARDED FOR THE OPERATION OF THE SPRINGDALE JOB CORPS CENTER.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is CHUGACH EDUCATION SERVICES, INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Labor (Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $6.9 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2020-09-30. End: 2021-11-30.

What is the specific justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis, and what steps were taken to ensure fair pricing without competition?

The provided data does not include the justification for the sole-source award. Typically, sole-source contracts are used when only one responsible source can provide the required supplies or services. Without this justification, it's impossible to assess if fair and reasonable pricing was achieved through alternative means, such as market research or historical data analysis.

What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this Job Corps center contract, and how is Chugach Education Services, Inc. being held accountable for meeting them?

The data does not specify the KPIs for this contract. Accountability for Job Corps centers usually involves metrics related to student enrollment, completion rates, job placement success, and graduate earnings. The Department of Labor's Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management would be responsible for monitoring these metrics and ensuring contractor performance.

How does the cost per student for this Job Corps center compare to national averages or similar programs, and does the firm fixed-price structure adequately incentivize cost-efficiency?

A precise cost per student cannot be calculated from the provided data. The firm fixed-price contract aims to incentivize cost-efficiency by setting a predetermined price. However, without knowing the number of students served and the specific services provided, a meaningful comparison to national averages or other programs is not possible.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Educational Services › Technical and Trade Schools › Other Technical and Trade Schools

Product/Service Code: OPERATION OF GOVT OWNED FACILITY › OPERATE GOVT OWNED BUILDINGS

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED

Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE

Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Chugach Alaska Corporation

Address: 3800 CENTERPOINT DR STE 1200, ANCHORAGE, AK, 99503

Business Categories: Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Tribally Owned Firm, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $16,019,494

Exercised Options: $12,212,541

Current Obligation: $6,930,048

Actual Outlays: $6,930,048

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Timeline