DOT Awards $8.19M for Granicus GovDelivery Messaging & Digital Comms to BAHFED CORP
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $8,187,767 ($8.2M)
Contractor: Bahfed Corp
Awarding Agency: Department of Transportation
Start Date: 2023-04-01
End Date: 2027-03-31
Contract Duration: 1,460 days
Daily Burn Rate: $5.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 8
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: GRANICUS GOVDELIVERY TRANSACTIONAL MESSAGING SERVICE (TMS) AND DIGITAL COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT (DCM)
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20590
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Transportation obligated $8.2 million to BAHFED CORP for work described as: GRANICUS GOVDELIVERY TRANSACTIONAL MESSAGING SERVICE (TMS) AND DIGITAL COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT (DCM) Key points: 1. The contract focuses on transactional messaging and digital communication management services. 2. BAHFED CORP is the sole awardee for this delivery order. 3. The contract term spans nearly four years, indicating a need for sustained services. 4. The service falls under 'Other Computer Related Services', a broad category.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The award amount of $8.19M over four years suggests a moderate annual spend. Benchmarking against similar government contracts for digital communication platforms is difficult without more specific service details, but the price appears within a reasonable range for comprehensive services.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES', suggesting a limited competition scenario. This method may impact price discovery by restricting the pool of potential bidders, potentially leading to higher costs than a fully open competition.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers are funding essential digital communication services for the Federal Highway Administration, aiming to improve public outreach and information dissemination.
Public Impact
Enhances public access to transportation information and services. Improves efficiency of government communication with stakeholders. Supports critical outreach for Federal Highway Administration initiatives. Ensures timely delivery of important transactional messages.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 56 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition may not yield the best price.
- Reliance on a single vendor for critical communication.
Positive Signals
- Supports essential government communication functions.
- Long-term contract provides service stability.
Sector Analysis
The IT services sector, particularly digital communication and messaging platforms, is a growing area of government spending. Benchmarks for similar contracts vary widely based on scope, but this award appears to be a significant investment for the agency's communication needs.
Small Business Impact
This contract was awarded to BAHFED CORP, and there is no indication of small business participation or subcontracting in the provided data. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were excluded or had opportunities to participate.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is a delivery order under a larger framework, implying some level of pre-qualification. However, the limited competition aspect warrants scrutiny to ensure fair pricing and value for taxpayer money.
Related Government Programs
- Other Computer Related Services
- Department of Transportation Contracting
- Federal Highway Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition may lead to suboptimal pricing.
- Lack of transparency regarding source exclusion.
- Potential for vendor lock-in with specialized services.
- Effectiveness metrics not explicitly stated.
Tags
other-computer-related-services, department-of-transportation, dc, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Transportation awarded $8.2 million to BAHFED CORP. GRANICUS GOVDELIVERY TRANSACTIONAL MESSAGING SERVICE (TMS) AND DIGITAL COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT (DCM)
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BAHFED CORP.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Transportation (Federal Highway Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $8.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-04-01. End: 2027-03-31.
What specific features and functionalities are included in the Granicus GovDelivery TMS and DCM services to justify the $8.19M cost over four years?
The provided data does not detail the specific features of the Granicus GovDelivery Transactional Messaging Service (TMS) and Digital Communication Management (DCM). A comprehensive assessment of value would require understanding the scope of services, such as the volume of messages, types of communication channels supported, analytics capabilities, and integration with other government systems. Without this granular information, it's challenging to definitively assess if the $8.19M represents optimal value.
What were the specific reasons for excluding other sources in this 'limited competition' award, and how was the pricing validated?
The data indicates 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES,' suggesting a justification was made to limit the bidding pool. The specific reasons for exclusion are not provided. Price validation would typically involve comparing the proposed price against historical data, independent cost estimates, or market research. The 'fair' rating suggests some level of validation occurred, but the limited competition raises questions about the thoroughness of price discovery.
How will the effectiveness of these digital communication services be measured to ensure they meet the Federal Highway Administration's objectives?
The provided data does not specify the metrics or key performance indicators (KPIs) that will be used to measure the effectiveness of the Granicus GovDelivery services. Typically, effectiveness would be assessed through metrics like message open rates, click-through rates, constituent engagement levels, reduction in call center volume, and successful dissemination of critical information. The agency should have a clear plan for monitoring and reporting on these outcomes.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › IT AND TELECOM - APLLICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 8
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1000 SW BROADWAY STE 1110, PORTLAND, OR, 97205
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, DoT Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, HUBZone Firm, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Indian (Subcontinent) American Owned Business, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $10,318,458
Exercised Options: $8,187,767
Current Obligation: $8,187,767
Actual Outlays: $6,085,501
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: NNG15SD09B
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-04-01
Current End Date: 2027-03-31
Potential End Date: 2028-03-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-01
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