DoD Awards $115.5M Firm Fixed Price Contract to Alutiiq Global Solutions for Support Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $115,530,696 ($115.5M)
Contractor: Alutiiq Global Solutions, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2005-07-22
End Date: 2006-07-11
Contract Duration: 354 days
Daily Burn Rate: $326.4K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Place of Performance
Location: FORT BRAGG, CUMBERLAND County, NORTH CAROLINA, 28310
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $115.5 million to ALUTIIQ GLOBAL SOLUTIONS, LLC for work described as: Key points: 1. Significant contract value of $115.5 million awarded. 2. Contract awarded to Alutiiq Global Solutions, LLC. 3. Services procured by the Department of the Army. 4. Contract duration of 354 days. 5. Firm Fixed Price contract type indicates defined scope and cost.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value of $115.5 million for a duration of 354 days suggests a high per-diem cost. Without specific service details or benchmarks, it's difficult to assess if this pricing is competitive or represents good value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was not available for competition, indicating a limited competition approach. This limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs compared to a fully competitive environment.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition may result in taxpayers paying more than necessary for these services.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may have overpaid due to limited competition. The specific services provided are not detailed, making public understanding of the spending's purpose difficult. The contract was awarded in 2005, suggesting it is a historical data point.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition
- Lack of detailed service description
- High potential per-unit cost
Positive Signals
- Firm Fixed Price contract type provides cost certainty for the government.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under general support services, likely within the professional, scientific, and technical services sector. Benchmarks for similar support contracts are highly variable based on scope and location.
Small Business Impact
No information is available regarding small business participation in this contract.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded under a limited competition framework, which may reduce oversight effectiveness compared to full and open competition. Specific oversight details are not provided.
Related Government Programs
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition raises concerns about potential overpricing.
- Lack of detailed service description hinders value assessment.
- High contract value for a relatively short duration warrants scrutiny.
- No information on performance outcomes.
Tags
department-of-defense, nc, do, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $115.5 million to ALUTIIQ GLOBAL SOLUTIONS, LLC. See the official description on USAspending.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ALUTIIQ GLOBAL SOLUTIONS, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $115.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2005-07-22. End: 2006-07-11.
What specific services were provided under this contract, and how do they align with the $115.5 million expenditure?
The provided data does not specify the exact services rendered. The significant expenditure suggests complex or extensive support functions were required by the Department of the Army. Further investigation into contract line item numbers (CLINs) and performance reports would be necessary to understand the value proposition.
What were the justifications for awarding this contract under limited competition, and what steps were taken to ensure fair pricing?
The data states the contract was 'NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION,' implying specific circumstances prevented a broader solicitation. Without further documentation, it's unclear if these justifications were robust or if alternative pricing strategies were employed to mitigate the risks of limited competition.
How effective were the services provided by Alutiiq Global Solutions, LLC in meeting the Department of the Army's requirements?
The effectiveness of the services is not detailed in the provided data. Performance metrics, user feedback, or mission accomplishment reports would be needed to assess the contractor's performance and the overall effectiveness of this significant investment.
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Afognak Native Corp (UEI: 052089695)
Address: 3201 C STREET, SUITE 700, ANCHORAGE, AK, 00
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W911S005G0001
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2005-07-22
Current End Date: 2006-07-11
Potential End Date: 2006-07-11 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2010-08-02
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