DOJ's OVC Training Center Contract Awarded to ICF for $32.6M
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $32,657,442 ($32.7M)
Contractor: ICF Incorporated, L.L.C.
Awarding Agency: Department of Justice
Start Date: 2011-09-30
End Date: 2016-09-29
Contract Duration: 1,826 days
Daily Burn Rate: $17.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: OFFICE FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME'S (OVC) TRAINING AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER.
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20531
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Justice obligated $32.7 million to ICF INCORPORATED, L.L.C. for work described as: OFFICE FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME'S (OVC) TRAINING AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER. Key points: 1. The contract supports administrative management and general management consulting services. 2. ICF Incorporated, L.L.C. is the sole awardee for this delivery order. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition. 4. This spending is categorized under administrative management consulting services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's total award value is $32.6 million over five years. Without specific benchmarks for similar training and technical assistance centers, a precise value assessment is difficult. The Time and Materials pricing structure can pose a risk if not closely managed.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better value for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are utilized for administrative management and general management consulting services to support the Office for Victims of Crime.
Public Impact
Enhances support services for crime victims through specialized training and technical assistance. Ensures continuity of essential program operations for the Office for Victims of Crime. Leverages expert consulting services to improve program delivery and effectiveness.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials pricing can lead to cost overruns if not monitored.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes it hard to gauge effectiveness.
- Potential for scope creep without clear deliverables.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Supports a critical government function (victim services).
- Long-term contract provides stability for program delivery.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the professional services sector, specifically administrative and management consulting. Benchmarks for similar government-wide contracts for training and technical assistance centers are not readily available, making direct comparison challenging.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this specific award (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities were explored or if the prime contractor has small business utilization goals.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs. Oversight would typically involve program managers monitoring performance, deliverables, and expenditures to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Justice Contracting
- Office of Justice Programs Programs
Risk Flags
- Time and Materials pricing
- Lack of specific performance metrics
- Potential for scope creep
- Limited insight into small business participation
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-justice, dc, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Justice awarded $32.7 million to ICF INCORPORATED, L.L.C.. OFFICE FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME'S (OVC) TRAINING AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ICF INCORPORATED, L.L.C..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Justice (Office of Justice Programs).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $32.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-09-30. End: 2016-09-29.
What specific metrics are used to evaluate the effectiveness of the training and technical assistance provided under this contract?
The provided data does not specify the metrics used to evaluate the effectiveness of the training and technical assistance. A thorough review of the contract's Statement of Work (SOW) and performance reports would be necessary to identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and assess whether the services delivered are meeting the intended objectives for supporting crime victims.
How does the Time and Materials pricing structure mitigate risks associated with potential cost overruns for this contract?
The Time and Materials (T&M) pricing structure inherently carries a risk of cost overruns if not rigorously managed. Mitigation typically relies on strong government oversight, including detailed tracking of labor hours and material costs, defined ceiling prices, and clear task orders with specific deliverables. Without evidence of such controls, the risk remains significant.
What is the projected impact of this contract on the efficiency and reach of the Office for Victims of Crime's programs?
This contract is intended to enhance the efficiency and reach of OVC programs by providing specialized training and technical assistance. The $32.6 million investment over five years suggests a significant commitment to improving service delivery. However, the actual impact depends on the quality of services rendered by ICF and how effectively they translate into improved outcomes for crime victims.
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) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 2011Q_019
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: ICF International, Inc. (UEI: 139001544)
Address: 9300 LEE HWY, FAIRFAX, VA, 22031
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $34,038,769
Exercised Options: $34,038,769
Current Obligation: $32,657,442
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 8
Total Subaward Amount: $345,065
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS23F8182H
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-09-30
Current End Date: 2016-09-29
Potential End Date: 2016-09-29 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-11-25
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