Commerce Dept. Awards $21.8M for Armed Guard Services to COGAR GROUP, LTD
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $21,845,033 ($21.8M)
Contractor: Cogar Group, Ltd., the
Awarding Agency: Department of Commerce
Start Date: 2015-05-27
End Date: 2020-09-30
Contract Duration: 1,953 days
Daily Burn Rate: $11.2K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF ARMED GUARD SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20230
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Commerce obligated $21.8 million to COGAR GROUP, LTD., THE for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF ARMED GUARD SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract value of $21.8 million over 5 years. 2. COGAR GROUP, LTD. is the sole awardee. 3. Risk of limited competition and potential price inflation. 4. Sector: Security Services (NAICS 561612).
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $21.8 million over five years suggests a significant investment in security services. Benchmarking against similar contracts for armed guard services would be necessary to assess if this pricing is competitive.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which theoretically allows for the best price discovery. However, the specific details of the bidding process and the number of bids received are crucial to confirm effective price competition.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being utilized for essential security services. The effectiveness of the competition process directly impacts the value for money achieved.
Public Impact
Ensures physical security for Department of Commerce facilities. Supports law enforcement and protection of government assets. Provides employment opportunities within the security sector.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for price creep if competition was not robust.
- Dependence on a single contractor for critical security functions.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Addresses a critical government need for security.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the security and protective services sector. Spending in this area is often driven by regulatory requirements and the need to protect sensitive government information and facilities.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in the subcontracting or bidding process. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would involve monitoring contractor performance, adherence to contract terms, and ensuring that the services provided meet the required standards for armed guard services.
Related Government Programs
- Security Guards and Patrol Services
- Department of Commerce Contracting
- Office of the Secretary Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited visibility into the competitive landscape.
- Potential for price escalation over the contract term.
- Dependence on a single contractor for critical security.
- Lack of specific performance metrics in the provided data.
Tags
security-guards-and-patrol-services, department-of-commerce, dc, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Commerce awarded $21.8 million to COGAR GROUP, LTD., THE. IGF::OT::IGF ARMED GUARD SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is COGAR GROUP, LTD., THE.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Commerce (Office of the Secretary).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $21.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2015-05-27. End: 2020-09-30.
What was the total number of bids received under the full and open competition?
The provided data does not specify the number of bids received. To fully assess the effectiveness of the competition, it would be important to know how many entities submitted proposals and the range of pricing offered. A low number of bids could indicate potential issues with the solicitation or market conditions.
Are there any performance issues or contract modifications associated with this award?
The data does not contain information on performance issues or contract modifications. Monitoring contractor performance and any changes to the contract's scope or value over its duration is essential for ensuring accountability and taxpayer value. A review of contract performance reports would be necessary.
How does the per-unit cost of these guard services compare to industry benchmarks?
Without specific details on the services provided (e.g., hours per guard, specific duties, location) and industry benchmark data, a direct per-unit cost comparison is not possible. However, the total contract value of $21.8 million over five years provides a basis for future benchmarking if more granular cost data becomes available.
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: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 12814 ARNOT LN, BRISTOW, VA, 20136
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Hispanic American Owned Business, Minority Owned Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $23,002,407
Exercised Options: $22,427,925
Current Obligation: $21,845,033
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS07F0625X
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2015-05-27
Current End Date: 2020-09-30
Potential End Date: 2020-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-02-28
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