DHS awards $25.5M for Armed Guard II Services to Master Security Company LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $25,538,674 ($25.5M)
Contractor: Master Security Company LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2020-10-01
End Date: 2024-09-30
Contract Duration: 1,460 days
Daily Burn Rate: $17.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: ARMED GUARD II SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20016
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $25.5 million to MASTER SECURITY COMPANY LLC for work described as: ARMED GUARD II SERVICES Key points: 1. Spending of $25.5M over 4 years for security services. 2. Master Security Company LLC is the sole awardee. 3. Risk of limited competition impacting price discovery. 4. Sector: Security Guards and Patrol Services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The award amount of $25.5M over 4 years suggests a significant contract. Benchmarking against similar contracts for armed guard services is needed to assess pricing effectiveness.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which typically promotes competitive pricing. However, the data indicates this is a delivery order, suggesting it might be part of a larger contract vehicle.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award is intended to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for necessary security services.
Public Impact
Ensures security at federal facilities. Supports employment in the security services industry. Potential for cost savings through competitive bidding.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics.
- Potential for price creep in follow-on orders.
- Dependence on a single contractor for critical services.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Clear contract duration.
- Firm fixed price contract type.
Sector Analysis
The security services sector is competitive, with numerous providers. Spending benchmarks for armed guard services vary based on location, threat level, and specific requirements.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved in the subcontracting or if this award was specifically set aside for small businesses. Further analysis is needed.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight by the Office of Procurement Operations is crucial to ensure contract compliance and performance. Regular performance reviews and audits are recommended.
Related Government Programs
- Security Guards and Patrol Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Office of Procurement Operations Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited visibility into specific performance metrics.
- Potential for contractor performance issues.
- Reliance on a single entity for critical security.
- Unknown subcontracting opportunities for small businesses.
Tags
security-guards-and-patrol-services, department-of-homeland-security, dc, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $25.5 million to MASTER SECURITY COMPANY LLC. ARMED GUARD II SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MASTER SECURITY COMPANY LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Office of Procurement Operations).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $25.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2020-10-01. End: 2024-09-30.
What is the average cost per guard or per hour for these services?
The provided data does not include a per-unit cost breakdown. To assess value, a detailed analysis of the contract's pricing structure, including hourly rates or per-guard costs, would be necessary. This would allow for comparison against industry benchmarks and similar government contracts.
What are the specific security requirements and performance standards for these armed guards?
The data lacks specific details on the security requirements and performance standards. Understanding these is critical for assessing risk, as vague or insufficient standards could lead to inadequate security or contractor underperformance, impacting mission effectiveness and potentially increasing costs.
How does the contractor's past performance compare to the requirements of this contract?
Past performance information is not detailed in the provided data. A thorough review of Master Security Company LLC's track record, including client feedback and any previous contract issues, is essential to gauge their capability to meet the demands of this armed guard contract effectively.
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
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 08/24/2020
Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 10946 BEAVER DAM RD, COCKEYSVILLE, MD, 21030
Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $33,712,465
Exercised Options: $25,538,674
Current Obligation: $25,538,674
Actual Outlays: $13,814,861
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 70RFP218DEC000016
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2020-10-01
Current End Date: 2024-09-30
Potential End Date: 2024-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2024-08-07
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