Department of Labor's $84.9M Job Corps contract awarded to Management & Training Corporation
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $84,944,904 ($84.9M)
Contractor: Management & Training Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Labor
Start Date: 2012-04-01
End Date: 2017-05-31
Contract Duration: 1,886 days
Daily Burn Rate: $45.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS INCENTIVE FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::CT::IGF JOB CORPS IS A VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM FOR YOUTH BETWEEN THE AGES OF 16 AND 24. THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES OPERATIONS, OUTREACH&ADMISSIONS, AND CAREER TRANSITION SERVICES.
Place of Performance
Location: RENO, WASHOE County, NEVADA, 89506
State: Nevada Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Labor obligated $84.9 million to MANAGEMENT & TRAINING CORPORATION for work described as: IGF::CT::IGF JOB CORPS IS A VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM FOR YOUTH BETWEEN THE AGES OF 16 AND 24. THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES OPERATIONS, OUTREACH&ADMISSIONS, AND CAREER TRANSITION SERVICES. Key points: 1. The contract supports vocational training for youth aged 16-24. 2. Operations, outreach, admissions, and career transition services are included. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition. 4. This represents a significant investment in youth workforce development.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost Plus Incentive Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar vocational training programs is difficult without more granular cost data.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. However, the Cost Plus Incentive Fee structure requires close monitoring to ensure cost-effectiveness.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are supporting critical youth vocational training, aiming to improve future employment outcomes and reduce reliance on social services.
Public Impact
Provides essential job skills and career pathways for young adults. Aims to reduce unemployment and underemployment among a vulnerable demographic. Supports economic development by preparing a skilled workforce.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns with CPIF contract type.
- Effectiveness of career transition services needs ongoing evaluation.
Positive Signals
- Addresses a critical need for youth workforce development.
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Long-term contract duration allows for program stability.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the 'Other Technical and Trade Schools' NAICS code. Spending in this sector focuses on equipping individuals with specialized skills for various industries, with benchmarks varying widely based on program scope and duration.
Small Business Impact
No specific information is provided regarding small business participation in this contract. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were involved as subcontractors or prime contractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Labor's Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management is responsible for this contract. Oversight would focus on program delivery, cost control, and achievement of performance metrics.
Related Government Programs
- Other Technical and Trade Schools
- Department of Labor Contracting
- Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost control with CPIF contract type.
- Measuring long-term participant success.
- Ensuring adequate outreach to target population.
- Programmatic effectiveness and quality of training.
Tags
other-technical-and-trade-schools, department-of-labor, nv, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Labor awarded $84.9 million to MANAGEMENT & TRAINING CORPORATION. IGF::CT::IGF JOB CORPS IS A VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM FOR YOUTH BETWEEN THE AGES OF 16 AND 24. THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES OPERATIONS, OUTREACH&ADMISSIONS, AND CAREER TRANSITION SERVICES.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MANAGEMENT & TRAINING CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Labor (Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $84.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2012-04-01. End: 2017-05-31.
What is the cost per participant for the Job Corps program under this contract?
The provided data does not specify the number of participants or the total cost per participant. The total award amount is $84.9 million over 1886 days. To determine the cost per participant, we would need the average number of individuals served annually or over the contract period and the total expenditures.
How effectively does the contractor transition participants into meaningful employment?
The effectiveness of career transition services is a key performance indicator for this contract. While the contract includes these services, the provided data does not offer metrics on placement rates, wage levels of placed individuals, or long-term job retention. Ongoing monitoring and evaluation by the Department of Labor are crucial.
What are the potential risks associated with the Cost Plus Incentive Fee (CPIF) contract type in this context?
The CPIF structure incentivizes the contractor to control costs while meeting performance targets. However, risks include potential for the government to pay higher-than-expected costs if targets are met easily, and the complexity of defining and measuring performance incentives accurately to drive desired outcomes without unintended consequences.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Educational Services › Technical and Trade Schools › Other Technical and Trade Schools
Product/Service Code: OPERATION OF GOVT OWNED FACILITY › OPERATE GOVT OWNED BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS INCENTIVE FEE (V)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 500 N MARKET PLACE DR STE 100, CENTERVILLE, UT, 84014
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $160,708,070
Exercised Options: $105,738,036
Current Obligation: $84,944,904
Actual Outlays: $3,035,643
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Timeline
Start Date: 2012-04-01
Current End Date: 2017-05-31
Potential End Date: 2017-05-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-11-22
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