Department of Labor awards $27.6M contract to ODLE MANAGEMENT GROUP for New Orleans Job Corps Center operations

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $27,655,702 ($27.7M)

Contractor: Odle Management Group, L.L.C.

Awarding Agency: Department of Labor

Start Date: 2017-04-19

End Date: 2022-05-31

Contract Duration: 1,868 days

Daily Burn Rate: $14.8K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: COST PLUS INCENTIVE FEE

Sector: Other

Official Description: IGF::CT::IGF JOB CORPS IS A VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM FOR YOUTH BETWEEN THE AGES OF 16 AND 24. THIS IS THE INITIAL CONTRACT AWARD TO OPERATE THE NEW ORLEANS JOB CORPS CENTER.

Place of Performance

Location: NEW ORLEANS, ORLEANS County, LOUISIANA, 70118

State: Louisiana Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Labor obligated $27.7 million to ODLE MANAGEMENT GROUP, L.L.C. for work described as: IGF::CT::IGF JOB CORPS IS A VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM FOR YOUTH BETWEEN THE AGES OF 16 AND 24. THIS IS THE INITIAL CONTRACT AWARD TO OPERATE THE NEW ORLEANS JOB CORPS CENTER. Key points: 1. Vocational training for youth aged 16-24. 2. Initial contract award for the New Orleans center. 3. Competition method: Full and Open. 4. Sector: Education/Training Services.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

This is an initial contract award, making direct pricing comparisons difficult. The Cost Plus Incentive Fee structure suggests performance-based incentives, but the baseline cost effectiveness is yet to be determined.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better value for the government.

Taxpayer Impact: The contract aims to provide vocational training, which has a positive long-term impact on workforce development and individual earning potential, indirectly benefiting taxpayers.

Public Impact

Provides essential vocational training to young adults in New Orleans. Aims to improve employment prospects and earning potential for participants. Supports workforce development initiatives within the region. Potential for positive community impact through skill-building.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Initial award, performance history not yet established.
Cost Plus Incentive Fee requires careful monitoring of performance metrics.

Positive Signals

Full and open competition utilized.
Focus on youth vocational training addresses a critical need.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Other Technical and Trade Schools NAICS code (611519). Spending in this sector is driven by government initiatives for workforce development and education, with benchmarks varying based on program scope and duration.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in this contract award. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

The Department of Labor's Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management is overseeing this award. Standard contract oversight procedures should ensure accountability and performance.

Related Government Programs

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

Risk Flags

Lack of historical performance data for this specific contract.
Potential for cost overruns if performance incentives are not well-defined or monitored.
Dependence on the effectiveness of the vocational training curriculum.
Geographic concentration risk for the Job Corps center.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Labor awarded $27.7 million to ODLE MANAGEMENT GROUP, L.L.C.. IGF::CT::IGF JOB CORPS IS A VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM FOR YOUTH BETWEEN THE AGES OF 16 AND 24. THIS IS THE INITIAL CONTRACT AWARD TO OPERATE THE NEW ORLEANS JOB CORPS CENTER.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is ODLE MANAGEMENT GROUP, L.L.C..

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 $27.7 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2017-04-19. End: 2022-05-31.

What is the expected outcome in terms of job placement rates for participants under this contract?

The expected outcome is to improve job placement rates for youth aged 16-24 by providing them with valuable vocational skills. Success will be measured against specific performance metrics tied to the incentive fee structure, aiming for a significant increase in participants securing meaningful employment post-training.

What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) that will be used to assess ODLE MANAGEMENT GROUP's performance and trigger incentive fees?

Key performance indicators likely include participant enrollment and retention rates, completion of training programs, successful attainment of certifications, and post-program job placement success. The specific KPIs and their weighting will be detailed in the contract's performance work statement and are crucial for determining the incentive fee payout.

How does the cost structure of this Cost Plus Incentive Fee contract compare to similar vocational training programs operated by the government?

A Cost Plus Incentive Fee (CPIF) contract allows for reimbursement of costs plus a variable fee based on performance. Comparing this to similar programs requires access to data on their contract types, fee structures, and actual costs incurred. Without that comparative data, it's difficult to definitively assess if this CPIF structure offers superior value or is cost-prohibitive.

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: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Solicitation ID: DOL-ETA-16-R-00066

Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: COST PLUS INCENTIVE FEE (V)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc.

Address: 9937 E BELL RD STE 110, SCOTTSDALE, AZ, 85260

Business Categories: Asian Pacific American Owned Business, Category Business, Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $30,899,670

Exercised Options: $30,899,670

Current Obligation: $27,655,702

Actual Outlays: $16,113,611

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Timeline