DHS Obligates $21.4M for Alien Detention Services at Florence Correctional Complex
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $21,375,600 ($21.4M)
Contractor: Corecivic, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2025-07-01
End Date: 2026-06-30
Contract Duration: 364 days
Daily Burn Rate: $58.7K/day
Competition Type: FOLLOW ON TO COMPETED ACTION
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: THIS AGREEMENT PROVIDES DETENTION SERVICES FOR ALIENS HOUSED AT THE CENTRAL ARIZONA FLORENCE CORRECTIONAL COMPLEX. THIS IS A NEW TASK ORDER TO OBLIGATE FUNDS TO SUPPORT THOSE SERVICES AT THE COMPLEX.
Place of Performance
Location: BRENTWOOD, WILLIAMSON County, TENNESSEE, 37027
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $21.4 million to CORECIVIC, INC. for work described as: THIS AGREEMENT PROVIDES DETENTION SERVICES FOR ALIENS HOUSED AT THE CENTRAL ARIZONA FLORENCE CORRECTIONAL COMPLEX. THIS IS A NEW TASK ORDER TO OBLIGATE FUNDS TO SUPPORT THOSE SERVICES AT THE COMPLEX. Key points: 1. The contract is for detention services at the Central Arizona Florence Correctional Complex. 2. This is a follow-on to a competed action, suggesting prior competition. 3. The contract value is $21.4 million over one year. 4. The sector is Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The $21.4 million contract for detention services appears to be a standard rate for such facilities. Benchmarking against similar contracts for correctional facility services would be necessary for a precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
The data indicates this is a 'FOLLOW ON TO COMPETED ACTION', but the specific competition method for this task order is not detailed. If it was competed previously, it suggests a competitive process was used, which generally leads to better price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used to cover the costs of detention services, which is a necessary but significant expenditure for immigration enforcement.
Public Impact
Impacts individuals detained at the facility, affecting their living conditions and access to services. Supports the operational capacity of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in managing detained populations. Contributes to the broader justice and public order system by providing necessary detention infrastructure.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 58 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific competition details for this task order.
- Potential for cost creep in long-term detention contracts.
Positive Signals
- Follow-on to a competed action suggests a history of competitive pricing.
- Firm fixed price contract provides cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under 'Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities,' a sector that includes services related to correctional facilities and law enforcement support. Spending in this area is often driven by policy and enforcement needs.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in this contract. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight is provided by the Department of Homeland Security, specifically U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The firm fixed price contract type offers some level of financial accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost escalation in subsequent task orders.
- Dependence on a single contractor for critical detention services.
- Limited transparency on specific competition details for this task order.
- Ensuring humane and effective detention conditions requires robust oversight.
Tags
other-justice-public-order-and-safety-ac, department-of-homeland-security, tn, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $21.4 million to CORECIVIC, INC.. THIS AGREEMENT PROVIDES DETENTION SERVICES FOR ALIENS HOUSED AT THE CENTRAL ARIZONA FLORENCE CORRECTIONAL COMPLEX. THIS IS A NEW TASK ORDER TO OBLIGATE FUNDS TO SUPPORT THOSE SERVICES AT THE COMPLEX.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CORECIVIC, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $21.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-07-01. End: 2026-06-30.
What was the outcome of the original competed action, and how does the current pricing compare to that initial award?
The original competed action's outcome and pricing are not detailed here. A comparison would reveal if costs have increased or decreased, providing insight into value for money. Understanding the initial competitive landscape is crucial for assessing if the follow-on action continues to represent a fair price.
What are the specific performance metrics and service level agreements tied to this detention contract?
The provided data lacks details on performance metrics and service level agreements. These are critical for ensuring the quality of detention services and holding the contractor accountable. Without them, assessing effectiveness and identifying potential risks related to service delivery is challenging.
Are there any alternative detention methods or facilities that were considered or could be more cost-effective?
The data does not provide information on alternative detention methods or facilities. A comprehensive review should explore options beyond traditional correctional complexes to ensure the most cost-effective and humane approach to immigration detention.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Public Administration › Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities › Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
Product/Service Code: UTILITIES AND HOUSEKEEPING › HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FOLLOW ON TO COMPETED ACTION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 10 BURTON HILLS BLVD, NASHVILLE, TN, 37215
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $21,375,600
Exercised Options: $21,375,600
Current Obligation: $21,375,600
Actual Outlays: $5,004,619
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DJJODT9C0001
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-07-01
Current End Date: 2026-06-30
Potential End Date: 2026-06-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-10
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