District of Columbia Courts Awards $25K for ADA Door Repair Service Extension
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $25,000 ($25.0K)
Contractor: Dormakaba USA, Inc
Awarding Agency: District of Columbia Courts
Start Date: 2025-09-30
End Date: 2026-04-30
Contract Duration: 212 days
Daily Burn Rate: $118/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: REF AWARD NO.95C67824P0446 FY25 DCSC-24-RFQ-284 ADA DOOR REPAIR SERVICE BASE YR (6) MONTH EXT PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 THROUGH MARCH 31, 2026
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20001
Plain-Language Summary
District of Columbia Courts obligated $25,000 to DORMAKABA USA, INC for work described as: REF AWARD NO.95C67824P0446 FY25 DCSC-24-RFQ-284 ADA DOOR REPAIR SERVICE BASE YR (6) MONTH EXT PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 THROUGH MARCH 31, 2026 Key points: 1. Service covers ADA door repair for District of Columbia Courts. 2. Contract awarded to DORMAKABA USA, INC. 3. Service period is a 6-month extension through March 31, 2026. 4. NAICS code 561621 indicates Security Systems Services. 5. This is a firm-fixed-price contract.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The award amount of $25,000 for a 6-month extension appears reasonable for specialized door repair services. Benchmarking against similar contracts for facility maintenance and security systems installation in the DC area would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source or limited competition award. This method may limit price discovery and potentially lead to higher costs compared to a fully competitive process.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are used for this service. Without competition, there's a risk of overpayment, though the amount is relatively small.
Public Impact
Ensures accessibility compliance for court facilities. Maintains operational security through functional doors. Supports the District of Columbia Courts' infrastructure needs. Provides specialized repair services for ADA-compliant doors.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- Potential for higher costs due to sole-source award
Positive Signals
- Addresses critical ADA compliance needs
- Ensures facility security and functionality
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under facility maintenance and security services, specifically related to building access systems. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on the size and complexity of facilities.
Small Business Impact
The awardee, DORMAKABA USA, INC, is not identified as a small business in the provided data. There is no indication of specific efforts to engage small businesses for this particular service.
Oversight & Accountability
The award is a purchase order, which is a standard procurement instrument. Oversight would typically involve contract administration by the District of Columbia Courts to ensure service delivery and adherence to terms.
Related Government Programs
- Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths)
- District of Columbia Courts Contracting
- District of Columbia Courts Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of competitive bidding
- Potential for inflated pricing
- Limited transparency on vendor selection
- No small business participation noted
Tags
security-systems-services-except-locksmi, district-of-columbia-courts, dc, purchase-order, under-100k
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
District of Columbia Courts awarded $25,000 to DORMAKABA USA, INC. REF AWARD NO.95C67824P0446 FY25 DCSC-24-RFQ-284 ADA DOOR REPAIR SERVICE BASE YR (6) MONTH EXT PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 THROUGH MARCH 31, 2026
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is DORMAKABA USA, INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: District of Columbia Courts (District of Columbia Courts).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $25,000.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-09-30. End: 2026-04-30.
What was the justification for not competing this contract?
The provided data states the contract was 'NOT COMPETED'. A full justification would typically be documented by the contracting agency, potentially citing reasons such as the need for specialized services only available from a specific vendor, an existing relationship, or a critical and urgent need that precluded a competitive process.
What is the historical spending on ADA door repair services by this agency?
The provided data only details this specific award. To assess historical spending, one would need access to the District of Columbia Courts' procurement history for similar services over previous fiscal years. This would help determine if this $25,000 extension represents a typical or an outlier expenditure.
Are there alternative vendors capable of providing ADA door repair services in the DC area?
While the contract was not competed, it is likely that other vendors exist who can provide ADA door repair services. The lack of competition suggests that either DORMAKABA USA, INC was the only identified source, or the agency chose not to explore other options for reasons not detailed in this data.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Investigation and Security Services › Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths)
Product/Service Code: INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT › INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 6770 OAK HALL LN 101 104, COLUMBIA, MD, 21045
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Foreign Owned, Foreign-Owned and U.S.-Incorporated Business, Small Business, Special Designations
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $25,000
Exercised Options: $25,000
Current Obligation: $25,000
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-09-30
Current End Date: 2026-04-30
Potential End Date: 2026-04-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-01
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