DOJ's $14.6M Contract for CSO Services Awarded to AKAL SECURITY, INC. in California
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $14,612,361 ($14.6M)
Contractor: Akal Security, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Justice
Start Date: 2008-10-01
End Date: 2009-09-30
Contract Duration: 364 days
Daily Burn Rate: $40.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: 1580930- CSO SERVICES FOR THE DISTRICT OF CENTAL CALIFORNIA
Place of Performance
Location: LOS ANGELES, LOS ANGELES County, CALIFORNIA, 90012
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Justice obligated $14.6 million to AKAL SECURITY, INC. for work described as: 1580930- CSO SERVICES FOR THE DISTRICT OF CENTAL CALIFORNIA Key points: 1. Contract Value: $14.6 million over 364 days. 2. Competition: Full and open competition was utilized. 3. Risk: Time and Materials pricing could pose a risk if not managed closely. 4. Sector: Security Guards and Patrol Services (NAICS 561612).
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract is a Time and Materials type, which can be less predictable in cost compared to fixed-price contracts. Benchmarking against similar security guard contracts is difficult without more detailed cost breakdowns.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. However, the Time and Materials pricing structure may limit the effectiveness of competitive pressure on final costs.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used for security services. The effectiveness of the competition and pricing structure will determine the overall value for taxpayers.
Public Impact
Ensures security for the District of Central California. Supports the operational needs of the U.S. Marshals Service. Provides employment opportunities within the security services sector.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 40 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials pricing
- Short contract duration (364 days)
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Awarded to a single vendor
Sector Analysis
The security services sector, particularly guard and patrol services, is a common area of government contracting. Spending benchmarks vary widely based on location, service level, and contract type.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this award (SB: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities were missed.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would focus on the U.S. Marshals Service's management of the Time and Materials contract to ensure costs remain reasonable and services are delivered effectively.
Related Government Programs
- Security Guards and Patrol Services
- Department of Justice Contracting
- U.S. Marshals Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials pricing.
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown for analysis.
- Short contract duration may indicate a need for ongoing services.
- No explicit mention of small business subcontracting goals.
Tags
security-guards-and-patrol-services, department-of-justice, ca, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Justice awarded $14.6 million to AKAL SECURITY, INC.. 1580930- CSO SERVICES FOR THE DISTRICT OF CENTAL CALIFORNIA
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is AKAL SECURITY, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Justice (U.S. Marshals Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $14.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-10-01. End: 2009-09-30.
What was the average hourly rate or cost per hour for the services rendered under this Time and Materials contract?
The provided data does not specify the average hourly rate or cost per hour. Time and Materials contracts typically detail labor rates and material markups. Without this granular data, it's challenging to assess the cost-effectiveness of the services provided and compare it to industry standards or previous contracts.
How did the final cost compare to the initial estimates or bids received during the full and open competition?
The data does not provide information on initial estimates or bids. While the contract was competitively awarded, the Time and Materials structure means the final cost could deviate from initial projections. A post-award review of the final expenditure versus estimated costs would be necessary to evaluate pricing efficiency.
What performance metrics were used to evaluate AKAL SECURITY, INC.'s service delivery throughout the contract period?
Performance metrics are not detailed in the provided data. Effective oversight of security contracts relies on clearly defined performance standards and regular evaluations. Understanding these metrics and the vendor's performance against them is crucial for assessing the overall effectiveness and value of the contract.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Investigation and Security Services › Security Guards and Patrol Services
Product/Service Code: UTILITIES AND HOUSEKEEPING › HOUSEKEEPING 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: 7 INFINITY LOOP, ESPANOLA, NM, 03
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $14,612,361
Exercised Options: $14,612,361
Current Obligation: $14,612,361
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DJMS05D0002
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-10-01
Current End Date: 2009-09-30
Potential End Date: 2009-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2013-06-05
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