Treasury awards $45.8M to Metrica for logistics consulting, extending contract to 2010
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $45,832,246 ($45.8M)
Contractor: Metrica, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of the Treasury
Start Date: 2006-03-01
End Date: 2010-12-31
Contract Duration: 1,766 days
Daily Burn Rate: $26.0K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: INCREMENTAL FUNDING FOR TREASURY/METRICA DOX060032 VIA MOD. # 1. BFMIS RQ06-IET-B95
Place of Performance
Location: SAN ANTONIO, BEXAR County, TEXAS, 78217
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of the Treasury obligated $45.8 million to METRICA, INC. for work described as: INCREMENTAL FUNDING FOR TREASURY/METRICA DOX060032 VIA MOD. # 1. BFMIS RQ06-IET-B95 Key points: 1. Contract value of $45.8M for logistics consulting services. 2. Metrica, Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. Potential risk in contract duration and time-and-materials pricing. 4. Services fall under professional, scientific, and technical services sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value is substantial for consulting services. Pricing is time-and-materials, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed closely. Benchmarking per-unit cost is difficult without specific labor categories.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
The contract type is 'COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER', but details on the initial competition and subsequent modifications are not fully provided. The 'aw' field indicates 'DO' (Delivery Order), suggesting it might be part of a larger IDIQ, but the award method is unclear.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for consulting services. The effectiveness and efficiency of these services will determine the ultimate value for taxpayers.
Public Impact
Funding supports internal operational improvements within the IRS. The duration of the contract (over 4 years) suggests a long-term need for these services. Transparency regarding the competitive nature and cost controls is crucial for public trust.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials pricing
- Long contract duration
- Lack of detailed competition information
Positive Signals
- Awarded to a specific company, implying a need for their expertise
- Contract is for internal process improvement
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional, scientific, and technical services, specifically logistics consulting. Spending in this category can vary widely depending on agency needs and economic conditions.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this was not set aside for small businesses (ss: false, sb: false).
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight is crucial for time-and-materials contracts to ensure costs remain reasonable and services are delivered effectively. The IRS should have internal controls to monitor performance and spending.
Related Government Programs
- Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services
- Department of the Treasury Contracting
- Internal Revenue Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials pricing.
- Lack of detailed information on the competitive process.
- Long contract duration may indicate a lack of market research or evolving needs.
- Difficulty in benchmarking per-unit costs for consulting services.
Tags
process-physical-distribution-and-logist, department-of-the-treasury, tx, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of the Treasury awarded $45.8 million to METRICA, INC.. INCREMENTAL FUNDING FOR TREASURY/METRICA DOX060032 VIA MOD. # 1. BFMIS RQ06-IET-B95
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is METRICA, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of the Treasury (Internal Revenue Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $45.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-03-01. End: 2010-12-31.
What was the competitive landscape for this delivery order, and how was the price determined to ensure fair value?
The award is listed as a 'COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER', but the specific details of the competition, including the number of bidders and the evaluation criteria, are not provided in this data snippet. The pricing is 'TIME AND MATERIALS', which necessitates robust oversight to ensure that labor hours and rates are reasonable and directly related to the services performed to achieve fair value for the government.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for Metrica's logistics consulting services, and how is their effectiveness being measured?
The provided data does not specify the key performance indicators or the methods used to measure the effectiveness of Metrica's services. For a contract of this value and duration, clear KPIs related to process efficiency, cost savings, or logistical improvements should be established and regularly monitored by the Department of the Treasury to ensure the services are delivering tangible benefits.
Given the long duration and time-and-materials structure, what measures are in place to prevent scope creep and control costs effectively?
Effective cost control for a long-term, time-and-materials contract requires stringent oversight. This includes detailed tracking of labor hours, regular audits of billing, and clear definition of tasks and deliverables. The Department of the Treasury should have established procedures for managing contract modifications and ensuring that any changes to scope are justified, approved, and reflect fair market rates.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT 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
Address: 100 NE LOOP 410 STE 520, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 90
Business Categories: Black American Owned Business, Category Business, Minority Owned Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations, Woman Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $318,070,180
Exercised Options: $99,780,267
Current Obligation: $45,832,246
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS00F0008P
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-03-01
Current End Date: 2010-12-31
Potential End Date: 2010-12-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2014-02-14
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