DHS Awards $12.6M for Ground Transportation Services to Trailboss Enterprises, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $12,596,979 ($12.6M)
Contractor: Trailboss Enterprises, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2025-12-01
End Date: 2026-04-24
Contract Duration: 144 days
Daily Burn Rate: $87.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: GROUND TRANSPORTATION TX/NM
Place of Performance
Location: ANCHORAGE, ANCHORAGE County, ALASKA, 99501
State: Alaska Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $12.6 million to TRAILBOSS ENTERPRISES, INC. for work described as: GROUND TRANSPORTATION TX/NM Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single vendor, Trailboss Enterprises, Inc. 2. Spending is within the Ground Transportation sector. 3. Potential risk associated with a sole-source award, though listed as full and open. 4. The contract duration is approximately 144 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The award amount of $12,596,978.67 for a 144-day period suggests a high daily rate. Benchmarking against similar security guard contracts is necessary to assess value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating multiple bids were likely considered. However, the award to a single entity warrants further scrutiny to ensure competitive pricing was achieved.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being utilized for essential ground transportation security services, with the ultimate impact depending on the value and efficiency of the services rendered.
Public Impact
Ensures operational continuity for U.S. Customs and Border Protection's ground transportation needs. Supports border security and law enforcement activities. Potential for increased costs if pricing is not competitive due to single awardee.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of small business participation.
- Time and Materials contract type can lead to cost overruns.
- High value for a relatively short contract duration.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Supports critical national security functions.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Ground Transportation services, specifically security guards and patrol services. Spending benchmarks for this niche within federal contracting are not readily available but are typically driven by operational needs and security requirements.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates no small business participation in this contract, which is a concern given federal goals to support small businesses. Further investigation into why small businesses were not involved or successful is warranted.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Homeland Security, specifically U.S. Customs and Border Protection, is responsible for overseeing this contract. Standard oversight mechanisms should be in place to monitor performance and expenditures.
Related Government Programs
- Security Guards and Patrol Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection Programs
Risk Flags
- No small business participation.
- Time and Materials contract type.
- High value for a short duration.
- Potential for price creep.
- Single awardee concentration.
Tags
security-guards-and-patrol-services, department-of-homeland-security, ak, bpa-call, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $12.6 million to TRAILBOSS ENTERPRISES, INC.. GROUND TRANSPORTATION TX/NM
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is TRAILBOSS ENTERPRISES, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (U.S. Customs and Border Protection).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $12.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-12-01. End: 2026-04-24.
What is the specific nature of the ground transportation services provided, and how does the $12.6M award align with market rates for similar services?
The contract is for Security Guards and Patrol Services related to ground transportation. The high award amount for a 144-day period necessitates a detailed market analysis to determine if the pricing is competitive. Without specific service details, it's difficult to benchmark accurately, but the value appears substantial for the duration.
Given the 'full and open competition' designation, what factors led to the award to a single entity, and are there any risks associated with this concentration of service provision?
While designated as full and open, the award to a single entity, Trailboss Enterprises, Inc., raises questions about the breadth of competition or the specific requirements that may have favored one bidder. Risks include potential price escalation in future contracts and reduced vendor pool resilience.
How effectively will this contract support the operational needs of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and what metrics will be used to measure success?
The contract is intended to ensure the security and operational continuity of ground transportation for CBP. Success will likely be measured by factors such as incident response times, patrol coverage effectiveness, and adherence to security protocols. Clear performance standards are crucial for effective oversight.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Investigation and Security Services › Security Guards and Patrol Services
Product/Service Code: TRANSPORT, TRAVEL, RELOCATION › OTHER TRANSPORT, TRAVEL, RELOCAT SV
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 201 E 3RD AVE, ANCHORAGE, AK, 99501
Business Categories: Black American Owned Business, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Minority Owned Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $20,350,706
Exercised Options: $12,596,979
Current Obligation: $12,596,979
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 70B03C24A00000009
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-12-01
Current End Date: 2026-04-24
Potential End Date: 2026-04-24 15:00:47
Last Modified: 2026-03-05
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