DOJ's FBI awards $21.5M for Latent Print Support Services under full and open competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $21,466,855 ($21.5M)
Contractor: American Systems Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Justice
Start Date: 2013-03-30
End Date: 2014-08-31
Contract Duration: 519 days
Daily Burn Rate: $41.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::CT::IGF - LATENT PRINT SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: LORTON, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22079, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Justice obligated $21.5 million to AMERICAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION for work described as: IGF::CT::IGF - LATENT PRINT SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded to AMERICAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION for $21.5M. 2. Services fall under Testing Laboratories and Services (NAICS 541380). 3. Procured via full and open competition, indicating broad market access. 4. Contract duration was 519 days, ending August 31, 2014. 5. The award was a Time and Materials type contract.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract was a Time and Materials type, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed closely. The total award value of $21.5M for a period of approximately 1.7 years suggests a moderate level of spending for specialized support services.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and allows the government to select the best value offering.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is generally favorable for taxpayers as it aims to secure competitive pricing and potentially better service quality.
Public Impact
Supports critical law enforcement functions by providing specialized forensic analysis. Ensures the FBI has necessary resources for latent print examination. The contract's success relies on the quality and timeliness of the support provided.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials contract type can increase cost risk.
- Limited data on specific performance metrics.
- Contract ended in 2014, making current relevance uncertain.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports essential FBI operations.
- Clear awardee and agency identified.
Sector Analysis
The spending falls under professional, scientific, and technical services, specifically testing laboratories. Benchmarks for this sector vary widely based on specialization, but $21.5M over 1.7 years for specialized forensic support is a significant but not extraordinary amount.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses (sb: false). Therefore, small businesses likely did not have a preferential opportunity to compete for this specific award.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Justice's FBI. Oversight would typically involve contract officers and program managers ensuring adherence to terms and performance standards, especially given the Time and Materials nature.
Related Government Programs
- Testing Laboratories and Services
- Department of Justice Contracting
- Federal Bureau of Investigation Programs
Risk Flags
- Time and Materials contract type.
- Contract expired in 2014.
- No specific performance metrics provided.
- Lack of small business set-aside.
Tags
testing-laboratories-and-services, department-of-justice, va, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Justice awarded $21.5 million to AMERICAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION. IGF::CT::IGF - LATENT PRINT SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is AMERICAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Justice (Federal Bureau of Investigation).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $21.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2013-03-30. End: 2014-08-31.
What was the specific nature of the 'latent print support services' and how critical were they to FBI operations?
Latent print support services likely involved the analysis, comparison, and identification of fingerprints found at crime scenes. These services are critical for law enforcement investigations, aiding in suspect identification and case resolution. The FBI relies heavily on accurate and timely forensic analysis to support federal investigations and prosecutions.
Were there any performance issues or cost overruns associated with this Time and Materials contract?
The provided data does not detail performance issues or cost overruns. Time and Materials contracts inherently carry a risk of cost escalation if not closely monitored. Without further information on contract modifications, delivery reports, or audit findings, it's difficult to assess the actual cost-effectiveness and efficiency realized during its execution.
How did the pricing of this contract compare to other similar services procured by the government at the time?
Benchmarking the pricing for this specific contract against similar services is challenging without access to detailed pricing structures and market data from 2013-2014. However, the fact that it was awarded under full and open competition suggests that the pricing was deemed competitive within the market at that time.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Testing Laboratories and Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 14151 PARK MEADOW DR STE 500, CHANTILLY, VA, 20151
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Manufacturer of Goods, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $21,466,855
Exercised Options: $21,466,855
Current Obligation: $21,466,855
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DJFJFBI12189
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2013-03-30
Current End Date: 2014-08-31
Potential End Date: 2014-08-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2016-06-30
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