NARA awards $483,698 for fiberboard storage boxes to Document Imaging Dimensions Inc

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $483,698 ($483.7K)

Contractor: Document Imaging Dimensions Inc.

Awarding Agency: National Archives and Records Administration

Start Date: 2022-05-20

End Date: 2026-05-19

Contract Duration: 1,460 days

Daily Burn Rate: $331/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 7

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: THIS IS A DELIVERY TASK ORDER FOR FIBERBOARD STORAGE BOXES (FRC) FOR THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA) FEDERAL RECORDS CENTERS

Place of Performance

Location: YORKVILLE, KENDALL County, ILLINOIS, 60560

State: Illinois Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

National Archives and Records Administration obligated $483,697.92 to DOCUMENT IMAGING DIMENSIONS INC. for work described as: THIS IS A DELIVERY TASK ORDER FOR FIBERBOARD STORAGE BOXES (FRC) FOR THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA) FEDERAL RECORDS CENTERS Key points: 1. Spending on stationery products for records management. 2. Competition was full and open, suggesting market availability. 3. Risk is low due to a standard product and fixed price. 4. Sector is Stationery Product Manufacturing.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The contract value of $483,698 for fiberboard storage boxes appears reasonable for a 4-year period. Benchmarking against similar stationery contracts 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, indicating that multiple vendors could bid. This method generally leads to competitive pricing and ensures fair market value.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are used efficiently through a competitive bidding process for essential office supplies.

Public Impact

Ensures proper storage and preservation of federal records. Supports the operational needs of the National Archives and Records Administration. Provides necessary materials for document management across federal agencies.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Positive Signals

Full and open competition
Firm fixed price contract
Long-term need identified

Sector Analysis

The Stationery Product Manufacturing sector encompasses a wide range of office supplies. Spending benchmarks for similar items can vary significantly based on quantity, material, and specific requirements.

Small Business Impact

While the contract was awarded under full and open competition, there is no specific indication of small business participation in this data. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were involved.

Oversight & Accountability

The National Archives and Records Administration is responsible for overseeing this contract. Standard procurement regulations and oversight mechanisms should ensure accountability.

Related Government Programs

Stationery Product Manufacturing
National Archives and Records Administration Contracting
National Archives and Records Administration Programs

Risk Flags

Lack of specific unit cost data.
Absence of detailed product specifications.
No explicit mention of small business participation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

National Archives and Records Administration awarded $483,697.92 to DOCUMENT IMAGING DIMENSIONS INC.. THIS IS A DELIVERY TASK ORDER FOR FIBERBOARD STORAGE BOXES (FRC) FOR THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA) FEDERAL RECORDS CENTERS

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is DOCUMENT IMAGING DIMENSIONS INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: National Archives and Records Administration (National Archives and Records Administration).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $483,697.92.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2022-05-20. End: 2026-05-19.

What is the unit cost of the fiberboard storage boxes?

The provided data does not specify the unit cost. The total contract value is $483,698 over 1460 days. To determine the unit cost, the number of boxes purchased would be required, which is not available in this dataset.

What are the specific dimensions and material requirements for the fiberboard boxes?

The data mentions 'FIBERBOARD STORAGE BOXES (FRC)' but does not detail specific dimensions or material requirements beyond 'fiberboard'. These specifications are crucial for assessing the suitability and potential cost drivers of the procured items.

Are there any performance metrics or quality assurance clauses in the contract?

The data indicates a 'FIRM FIXED PRICE' contract type, which typically includes quality expectations. However, specific performance metrics or detailed quality assurance clauses are not provided in this summary, making it difficult to assess quality control.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Manufacturing › Converted Paper Product Manufacturing › Stationery Product Manufacturing

Product/Service Code: CONTAINERS/PACKAGING/PACKING SUPPL

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 7

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 205 BEAVER ST, YORKVILLE, IL, 60560

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $599,435

Exercised Options: $483,739

Current Obligation: $483,698

Actual Outlays: $303,043

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: 47QSEA19D00B9

IDV Type: FSS

Timeline