State Department awards $13.1M contract for Admin Support M&E Specialists to Alutiiq Information Management, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $13,147,910 ($13.1M)
Contractor: Alutiiq Information Management, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of State
Start Date: 2021-06-16
End Date: 2026-06-16
Contract Duration: 1,826 days
Daily Burn Rate: $7.2K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: ADMIN SUPPORT - M&E SPECIALISTS - FUNDING ACTION
Place of Performance
Location: KODIAK, KODIAK ISLAND County, ALASKA, 99615
State: Alaska Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of State obligated $13.1 million to ALUTIIQ INFORMATION MANAGEMENT, LLC for work described as: ADMIN SUPPORT - M&E SPECIALISTS - FUNDING ACTION Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single vendor, raising questions about competition. 2. The contract is for administrative management and general management consulting services. 3. Funding action is a delivery order under an existing contract. 4. The contract duration is 1826 days, ending in June 2026.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value is $13.1 million over approximately five years. Without specific benchmarks for M&E specialist services, a direct comparison is difficult. However, the duration suggests a significant need for these services.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was not available for competition, indicating a limited competition approach. This method may not always result in the most competitive pricing, as alternatives were not explored.
Taxpayer Impact: The limited competition may result in higher costs for taxpayers compared to a fully competitive process.
Public Impact
Ensures essential administrative support and monitoring & evaluation services for the Department of State. Supports the operational efficiency of State Department programs through specialized expertise. Potential for improved program outcomes due to dedicated M&E specialists.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition
- Potential for cost overruns due to lack of competitive pricing
Positive Signals
- Provides specialized M&E expertise
- Supports critical State Department functions
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under administrative management and general management consulting services, a broad category. Benchmarks for this specific niche of M&E specialists within government contracts are not readily available, making direct cost comparisons challenging.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to ALUTIIQ INFORMATION MANAGEMENT, LLC. Information regarding small business subcontracting or set-asides is not provided in the data.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is a delivery order under an existing contract, suggesting some level of prior oversight. However, the limited competition aspect warrants further scrutiny to ensure accountability and value for money.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of State Contracting
- Department of State Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition
- Lack of transparency in justification for limited competition
- Potential for cost inefficiencies
- Absence of clear performance metrics in provided data
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-state, ak, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of State awarded $13.1 million to ALUTIIQ INFORMATION MANAGEMENT, LLC. ADMIN SUPPORT - M&E SPECIALISTS - FUNDING ACTION
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ALUTIIQ INFORMATION MANAGEMENT, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of State (Department of State).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $13.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2021-06-16. End: 2026-06-16.
What is the specific scope of work for these M&E specialists, and how does it align with the Department of State's strategic objectives?
The provided data indicates the contract is for 'ADMIN SUPPORT - M&E SPECIALISTS'. This suggests the specialists will likely focus on monitoring and evaluating the performance, efficiency, and effectiveness of various programs and operations within the Department of State. Their work would be crucial for ensuring accountability, identifying areas for improvement, and informing future strategic planning and resource allocation to meet departmental goals.
What justification was provided for limiting competition on this $13.1 million contract?
The data explicitly states the contract was 'NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION'. Without further documentation, the specific justification is unknown. Typically, justifications for limited competition include factors like urgent need, unique capabilities of a specific vendor, or if only one source is reasonably available. This lack of competition raises concerns about potential overpayment and missed opportunities for better pricing.
How will the effectiveness of the M&E specialists' work be measured to ensure taxpayer value?
The contract's focus on M&E specialists inherently implies a need for measuring effectiveness. However, the provided data does not detail the specific performance metrics or Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that will be used to assess the specialists' contributions. Robust oversight and clear, measurable outcomes are essential to ensure the $13.1 million investment yields tangible benefits and justifies the expenditure.
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: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 300 ALIMAQ DR, KODIAK, AK, 99615
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, HUBZone Firm, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Tribally Owned Firm, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $31,776,202
Exercised Options: $31,025,547
Current Obligation: $13,147,910
Actual Outlays: $4,018,849
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 148
Total Subaward Amount: $26,907,424
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 19AQMM18D0001
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2021-06-16
Current End Date: 2026-06-16
Potential End Date: 2026-06-16 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-08
More Contracts from Alutiiq Information Management, LLC
- International Maintenance NEW Contract Award — $46.4M (Department of State)
- International Maintenance NEW Contract Award — $44.9M (Department of State)
- International Maintenance NEW Contract Award — $44.7M (Department of State)
- THE Purpose of This Project IS to Provide a P-25 Trunked Radio Communications Network That Will Provide a Full Interoperability, Secure Voice/Data Communications System With the Ability to Share Critical, Real-Time Information Supporting a Wide Range of Operations for Police, Military, Immigration and Customs Offices in Eight Southern-Border States of Mexico (campeche, Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, Quintana ROO, Tabasco, Veracruz, and Yucatan) — $43.4M (Department of State)
- International Maintenance NEW Contract Award — $28.0M (Department of State)
View all Alutiiq Information Management, LLC federal contracts →
Other Department of State Contracts
- Care Logistical Support Services - Clss — $2.3B (Xator LLC)
- Task Order to Provide Project Management Support, Transition Support, Engineering and Design Support, Securing the Infrastructure Support and O&M Support for the Department's IT Consolidation Program — $2.1B (Science Applications International Corporation)
- Global Security Engineering&supply Chain Services — $1.5B (General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.)
- Slmaqm04c0030 — $1.2B (Dyncorp International LLC)
- THE Purpose of This Action IS to Establish a NEW Contract With General Dynamics Information Technology for Global Supply Chain Management, Logistics and Technology Development Services to Support the Department of State. the Initial Funding Associated With This Contract IS $22,304,578.00. the Overall Contract Value IS $2,200,000,000.00 — $1.2B (General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.)