DOE Spends $13.4M on Technical Solutions Activities with Legin Group, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $13,358,468 ($13.4M)
Contractor: Legin Group, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2003-11-17
End Date: 2009-09-30
Contract Duration: 2,144 days
Daily Burn Rate: $6.2K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: COMBINATION (TWO OR MORE)
Sector: Other
Official Description: TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS ACTIVITIES AT DOE SITES
Place of Performance
Location: GERMANTOWN, MONTGOMERY County, MARYLAND, 20874
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $13.4 million to LEGIN GROUP, INC. for work described as: TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS ACTIVITIES AT DOE SITES Key points: 1. Spending of $13.4M over 6 years on management consulting services. 2. Contract awarded competitively, suggesting potential for good pricing. 3. No small business participation noted, a potential area for review. 4. Services fall under administrative management and general management consulting.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The total award of $13.4M over approximately 6 years suggests a moderate annual spend. Benchmarking against similar contracts for administrative management consulting services would be necessary to fully assess value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
Awarded via a competitive delivery order, indicating multiple vendors likely vied for the contract. This method generally promotes price discovery and competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Competitive awards typically aim to secure fair market prices, thus optimizing taxpayer investment. The specific value for money achieved requires further analysis.
Public Impact
Supports critical technical solutions and management activities at Department of Energy sites. Ensures continuity of operations and specialized expertise for DOE. Impacts the efficiency and effectiveness of DOE's mission-critical functions.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of small business participation.
- Long contract duration (6 years) may limit flexibility.
Positive Signals
- Competitive award process.
- Clear service category (management consulting).
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under administrative management and general management consulting services, a broad category often supporting government operations. Benchmarks for this sector vary widely based on specific services and agency.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business. Further investigation could explore if opportunities for small business subcontracting were missed or if the nature of the services inherently favors larger firms.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Energy, suggesting internal oversight mechanisms are in place. The competitive nature of the award also implies a degree of accountability in the procurement process.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of small business participation.
- Long contract duration.
- Limited detail on specific 'technical solutions'.
- Need for post-award performance and value assessment.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-energy, md, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Energy awarded $13.4 million to LEGIN GROUP, INC.. TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS ACTIVITIES AT DOE SITES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LEGIN GROUP, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $13.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2003-11-17. End: 2009-09-30.
What was the specific scope of 'technical solutions activities' provided by Legin Group, Inc.?
The provided data categorizes the services under NAICS code 541611 (Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services). While 'technical solutions' is mentioned, the precise nature of these solutions within the consulting framework is not detailed. Further review of the contract's statement of work would be needed to understand the specific technical expertise and activities performed for the Department of Energy.
How did the competitive bidding process ensure optimal value for the $13.4M spent?
A competitive delivery order process generally fosters price discovery by allowing multiple vendors to submit proposals. However, without access to the awarded price relative to initial bids or market rates, it's difficult to definitively state if optimal value was achieved. Post-award performance reviews and comparison to industry benchmarks would provide a clearer picture of the value realized.
What is the long-term effectiveness and impact of these services on DOE's operational goals?
The effectiveness of Legin Group's services is tied to their contribution to the Department of Energy's operational goals over the contract's 6-year duration. While the award suggests a need for these services, assessing long-term impact requires evaluating DOE's performance metrics and mission achievements during the contract period. Without specific performance data, the ultimate effectiveness remains an assumption.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: COMBINATION (TWO OR MORE) (2)
Contractor Details
Address: 12800 MIDDLEBROOK RD, GERMANTOWN, MD, 06
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $14,993,551
Exercised Options: $14,993,551
Current Obligation: $13,358,468
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS10F0033L
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2003-11-17
Current End Date: 2009-09-30
Potential End Date: 2009-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2010-04-06
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