DOJ's $15M Katrina Litigation Support Contract Awarded to CACI, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $15,018,054 ($15.0M)
Contractor: CACI, LLC - Commercial
Awarding Agency: Department of Justice
Start Date: 2008-04-28
End Date: 2013-05-31
Contract Duration: 1,859 days
Daily Burn Rate: $8.1K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: AUTOMATED LITIGATION SUPPORT SERVICES FOR KATRINA CANAL BREACHES DJ# 157-0-272
Place of Performance
Location: ARLINGTON, ARLINGTON County, VIRGINIA, 22201
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Justice obligated $15.0 million to CACI, LLC - COMMERCIAL for work described as: AUTOMATED LITIGATION SUPPORT SERVICES FOR KATRINA CANAL BREACHES DJ# 157-0-272 Key points: 1. Contract value of $15.02 million awarded to CACI, LLC. 2. Competition type is 'COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER'. 3. Services provided under NAICS code 541199 (All Other Legal Services). 4. Contract duration was 1859 days. 5. This contract falls under the 'Other' sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's total award of $15.02 million over approximately five years suggests a moderate annual spend. Benchmarking against similar legal support services contracts would be necessary to fully assess pricing.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
Awarded as a competitive delivery order, indicating multiple vendors likely participated. The competitive nature should have driven price discovery, though the specific pricing mechanisms of Time and Materials contracts can vary.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used for legal support services related to the Katrina Canal Breaches. The competitive award process aims to ensure reasonable pricing.
Public Impact
Provides essential legal support services for a significant national event. Supports the Department of Justice's efforts in post-disaster legal proceedings. Contract duration indicates a long-term need for these specialized services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials contract type can lead to cost overruns if not closely monitored.
- Specific details on the 'All Other Legal Services' are not provided, making it hard to gauge the exact scope.
- No indication of small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through a competitive process.
- Supports critical post-disaster legal functions.
- Long contract duration suggests sustained need and potential for established service delivery.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the legal services sector, specifically supporting litigation related to the Katrina Canal Breaches. Spending in this area is often event-driven and can be substantial for major legal cases.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that neither small business set-aside nor small business participation was explicitly noted for this contract (ss: false, sb: false). Further investigation would be needed to confirm if small businesses were involved as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Justice, Offices, Boards and Divisions. Oversight would typically involve contract officers and legal teams ensuring compliance with terms and conditions.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Legal Services
- Department of Justice Contracting
- Offices, Boards and Divisions Programs
Risk Flags
- Time and Materials contract type.
- Lack of specific service details.
- No explicit small business involvement.
- Long contract duration (1859 days).
Tags
all-other-legal-services, department-of-justice, va, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Justice awarded $15.0 million to CACI, LLC - COMMERCIAL. AUTOMATED LITIGATION SUPPORT SERVICES FOR KATRINA CANAL BREACHES DJ# 157-0-272
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CACI, LLC - COMMERCIAL.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Justice (Offices, Boards and Divisions).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $15.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-04-28. End: 2013-05-31.
What was the specific scope of 'All Other Legal Services' provided under this contract?
The data classifies the service under NAICS code 541199, 'All Other Legal Services.' This broad category could encompass a wide range of activities, from document review and discovery assistance to expert witness support and legal research, all related to the Katrina Canal Breaches litigation.
How effectively did the competitive delivery order process ensure value for money given the Time and Materials contract type?
While the competitive delivery order suggests price discovery, Time and Materials contracts inherently carry risk for cost escalation. The effectiveness in ensuring value for money would depend on robust oversight, clear task orders, and diligent monitoring of labor hours and material costs by the DOJ.
What was the overall impact of these services on the resolution of the Katrina Canal Breaches litigation?
The $15 million investment in automated litigation support services indicates a significant role in managing the complex legal aspects of the Katrina Canal Breaches. These services likely streamlined case preparation, evidence management, and legal research, contributing to the efficiency and potential success of the litigation process.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Legal Services › All Other Legal Services
Product/Service Code: TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE SVCS. › TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: CACI International Inc (UEI: 045534641)
Address: 1100 N GLEBE RD, ARLINGTON, VA, 08
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $15,018,054
Exercised Options: $15,018,054
Current Obligation: $15,018,054
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DJJ07C1521
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-04-28
Current End Date: 2013-05-31
Potential End Date: 2013-05-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2013-03-12
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