DOT Awards $41M Contract for Security Services to Bering Straits Professional Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $41,087,390 ($41.1M)
Contractor: Bering Straits Professional Services, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Transportation
Start Date: 2023-10-26
End Date: 2025-12-31
Contract Duration: 797 days
Daily Burn Rate: $51.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: NEW GUARD CONTRACT FY2024-FY2028, FOR SERVICES AT: (1) 1200 NEW JERSEY AVE, S.E., WASHINGTON, DC 20590 2) 800 INDEPENDENCE AVE, S.W., WASHINGTON, DC 20591 3) 600 INDEPENDENCE AVE, S.W., WASHINGTON, DC 20597
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20590
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Transportation obligated $41.1 million to BERING STRAITS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, LLC for work described as: NEW GUARD CONTRACT FY2024-FY2028, FOR SERVICES AT: (1) 1200 NEW JERSEY AVE, S.E., WASHINGTON, DC 20590 2) 800 INDEPENDENCE AVE, S.W., WASHINGTON, DC 20591 3) 600 INDEPENDENCE AVE, S.W., WASHINGTON, DC 20597 Key points: 1. Contract awarded for security services at three DC locations. 2. Bering Straits Professional Services, LLC is the prime contractor. 3. The contract has a duration of 797 days. 4. This is a firm-fixed-price contract.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $41,087,389.83 over approximately 2.2 years appears reasonable for comprehensive security services at multiple federal buildings in Washington D.C. Benchmarking against similar large-scale security contracts for federal facilities would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition after exclusion of sources, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and ensures fair market value is obtained.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for essential security services.
Public Impact
Ensures security and safety at key Department of Transportation facilities. Supports federal operations by maintaining a secure environment. Provides employment opportunities within the security services sector.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration extends beyond one year, requiring ongoing monitoring.
- Potential for scope creep if security needs evolve significantly.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Firm-fixed-price contract provides cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the professional services sector, specifically security and protective services. Federal spending on security services is substantial, driven by the need to protect government assets and personnel across numerous facilities nationwide.
Small Business Impact
The prime contractor, Bering Straits Professional Services, LLC, is listed as a small business. This contract award supports the government's goal of awarding a fair share of contracts to small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Transportation's Immediate Office of the Secretary is responsible for overseeing this contract. Standard oversight mechanisms for federal contracts, including performance reviews and payment verification, should be in place.
Related Government Programs
- Security Guards and Patrol Services
- Department of Transportation Contracting
- Immediate Office of the Secretary of Transportation Programs
Risk Flags
- Contract duration exceeds one year.
- Potential for increased security requirements.
- Reliance on a single small business prime contractor.
Tags
security-guards-and-patrol-services, department-of-transportation, dc, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Transportation awarded $41.1 million to BERING STRAITS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, LLC. NEW GUARD CONTRACT FY2024-FY2028, FOR SERVICES AT: (1) 1200 NEW JERSEY AVE, S.E., WASHINGTON, DC 20590 2) 800 INDEPENDENCE AVE, S.W., WASHINGTON, DC 20591 3) 600 INDEPENDENCE AVE, S.W., WASHINGTON, DC 20597
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BERING STRAITS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, 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 $41.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-10-26. End: 2025-12-31.
What specific security services are included in this contract?
The data indicates the contract is for 'Security Guards and Patrol Services'. This typically encompasses personnel for access control, physical security monitoring, patrolling premises, responding to incidents, and potentially operating security systems. A detailed review of the contract's Statement of Work (SOW) would provide the precise scope and deliverables.
Are there any identified risks associated with the contractor's past performance?
The provided data does not include information on the contractor's past performance. A thorough risk assessment would require reviewing performance evaluations from previous contracts, any documented issues, and the contractor's overall track record in delivering similar services to government or commercial clients.
How does the contract's value compare to the number of personnel and hours provided?
The contract value is approximately $41.1 million over roughly 800 days. Without knowing the exact number of guards, shifts, or hourly rates, a precise per-unit cost comparison is difficult. However, the average daily burn rate is around $51,553, which needs to be evaluated against industry standards for security personnel costs in the D.C. area.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Investigation and Security Services › Security Guards and Patrol Services
Product/Service Code: UTILITIES AND HOUSEKEEPING › HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: 693JK423R500001
Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 3301 C ST, ANCHORAGE, AK, 99503
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, 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: $80,436,724
Exercised Options: $44,188,637
Current Obligation: $41,087,390
Actual Outlays: $32,709,541
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 1
Total Subaward Amount: $756,886
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-10-26
Current End Date: 2025-12-31
Potential End Date: 2025-12-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-12-10
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