DOT Awards $2.37M for Admin Support to Chenega Enterprise Systems, Sole-Source

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $2,374,884 ($2.4M)

Contractor: Chenega Enterprise Systems & Solutions, LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Transportation

Start Date: 2022-06-07

End Date: 2027-06-05

Contract Duration: 1,824 days

Daily Burn Rate: $1.3K/day

Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS

Sector: Other

Official Description: PROVIDE FOUR (4) EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT AND ONE (1) PROGRAM MANGER

Place of Performance

Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20590

State: District of Columbia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Transportation obligated $2.4 million to CHENEGA ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS & SOLUTIONS, LLC for work described as: PROVIDE FOUR (4) EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT AND ONE (1) PROGRAM MANGER Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Chenega Enterprise Systems & Solutions, LLC for administrative and program management support. 2. The contract is valued at $2.37 million over a period of approximately 5 years. 3. Awarded as a sole-source contract, raising questions about competition and potential price discovery. 4. Services fall under Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (NAICS 541611).

Value Assessment

Rating: questionable

The contract is a Time and Materials type, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Without competitive bidding, it's difficult to assess if the $2.37 million price is optimal compared to similar administrative support contracts.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: sole-source

The contract was not available for competition, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and may not result in the most cost-effective solution for taxpayers.

Taxpayer Impact: The sole-source nature of this award means taxpayers may not be receiving the best possible price for these administrative services.

Public Impact

Provides essential administrative and program management support to the Immediate Office of the Secretary of Transportation. Ensures continuity of operations within a key federal agency. The sole-source nature may limit opportunities for other businesses to compete for this work.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Sole-source award limits competition
Time and Materials contract type can increase risk
Lack of clear performance metrics for administrative support

Positive Signals

Supports critical functions within the Department of Transportation
Long-term contract provides stability for services

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the professional, scientific, and technical services sector, specifically administrative management. Benchmarks for similar administrative support contracts can vary widely based on scope and duration, but competitive bidding typically drives costs down.

Small Business Impact

The contract was awarded to Chenega Enterprise Systems & Solutions, LLC, a company that may or may not be a small business. The data does not indicate any specific set-asides for small businesses in this sole-source award.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight will be crucial to ensure the Time and Materials contract does not exceed its $2.37 million ceiling and that the services provided are necessary and effective for the Immediate Office of the Secretary.

Related Government Programs

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Department of Transportation Contracting
Immediate Office of the Secretary of Transportation Programs

Risk Flags

Sole-source award
Time and Materials contract type
Lack of competition
Potential for cost overruns
Limited transparency on justification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Transportation awarded $2.4 million to CHENEGA ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS & SOLUTIONS, LLC. PROVIDE FOUR (4) EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT AND ONE (1) PROGRAM MANGER

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is CHENEGA ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS & SOLUTIONS, LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Transportation (Immediate Office of the Secretary of Transportation).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $2.4 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2022-06-07. End: 2027-06-05.

What is the specific justification for awarding this contract as sole-source?

The justification for a sole-source award is critical for understanding why competition was bypassed. Typically, sole-source contracts are justified by factors such as urgency, unique capabilities of the contractor, or when only one source is capable of meeting the requirement. Without this justification, it's difficult to assess the necessity of the sole-source approach and its impact on value for money.

How will the Department of Transportation ensure cost control and value with a Time and Materials contract?

Effective cost control for Time and Materials contracts relies on robust oversight, clear task definitions, and diligent monitoring of labor hours and material costs. The agency must establish strong performance metrics and regularly review invoices to ensure that expenditures are reasonable and directly related to the contract's objectives. Regular communication with the contractor is also key to managing scope and preventing unnecessary costs.

What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for the administrative and program management support being provided?

Defining clear KPIs is essential for measuring the effectiveness of administrative and program management support. These could include metrics such as response times for administrative requests, accuracy of program documentation, timeliness of report generation, and successful coordination of meetings. Without defined KPIs, it is challenging to objectively assess whether the contractor is delivering the expected level of service and contributing to the agency's mission.

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) › ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT 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: 609 INDEPENDENCE PKWY STE 210, CHESAPEAKE, VA, 23320

Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $6,240,040

Exercised Options: $3,744,484

Current Obligation: $2,374,884

Actual Outlays: $1,946,689

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: 693JK422D600001

IDV Type: IDC

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