Department of Education awards $12.3M task order to M P R ASSOCIATES INC for educational support services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $12,322,948 ($12.3M)
Contractor: M P R Associates Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Education
Start Date: 2004-09-30
End Date: 2010-07-30
Contract Duration: 2,129 days
Daily Burn Rate: $5.8K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: OTHER (NONE OF THE ABOVE)
Sector: Other
Official Description: OFFICE OF VOCATIONAL AND ADULT EDUCATION - SUPPORT TASK ORDER CONTRACT.
Place of Performance
Location: BERKELEY, ALAMEDA County, CALIFORNIA, 94704
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Education obligated $12.3 million to M P R ASSOCIATES INC for work described as: OFFICE OF VOCATIONAL AND ADULT EDUCATION - SUPPORT TASK ORDER CONTRACT. Key points: 1. Contract value of $12.3M over 6 years. 2. Competition type is 'COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER'. 3. No small business participation noted. 4. Sector is Educational Support Services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $12.3M over 2129 days suggests a moderate annual spend. Benchmarking against similar educational support services contracts would be necessary to assess pricing efficiency.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
The contract was awarded via a 'COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER', indicating that multiple vendors likely had an opportunity to bid. This method generally promotes price discovery and competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being utilized for educational support services, with the competitive award process aiming for cost-effectiveness.
Public Impact
Supports vocational and adult education programs. Contract duration of nearly 7 years. Services provided by M P R ASSOCIATES INC.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of small business participation.
- Long contract duration may indicate potential for scope creep or evolving needs.
Positive Signals
- Competitive award process.
- Clear service category (Educational Support Services).
Sector Analysis
The Educational Support Services sector encompasses a wide range of services aimed at enhancing educational outcomes. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on program scope and duration.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract did not involve small business participation (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities were missed or if the nature of the services precluded small business involvement.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically be managed by the Department of Education, ensuring that the services delivered meet the terms of the contract and provide value for the funds expended.
Related Government Programs
- Educational Support Services
- Department of Education Contracting
- Department of Education Programs
Risk Flags
- No small business participation.
- Long contract duration.
- Limited detail on specific services provided.
- No performance data available.
Tags
educational-support-services, department-of-education, ca, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Education awarded $12.3 million to M P R ASSOCIATES INC. OFFICE OF VOCATIONAL AND ADULT EDUCATION - SUPPORT TASK ORDER CONTRACT.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is M P R ASSOCIATES INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Education (Department of Education).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $12.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2004-09-30. End: 2010-07-30.
What specific educational support services were rendered under this contract?
The contract falls under NAICS code 611710 (Educational Support Services). While the specific services are not detailed in the provided data, they likely include administrative, technical, or programmatic support related to vocational and adult education initiatives managed by the Office of Vocational and Adult Education.
Were there any performance issues or contract modifications during its nearly 7-year duration?
The provided data does not contain information on contract performance or modifications. A review of contract performance reports, modification history, and any associated task orders would be necessary to assess any issues or changes that occurred during the contract's lifecycle.
How did the final cost compare to initial estimates or benchmarks for similar services?
Without initial cost estimates or comparable contract data, it is difficult to definitively assess the final cost's efficiency. The $12.3M award over 2129 days represents an average annual spend of approximately $1.76M. Benchmarking against similar educational support service contracts would be crucial for a thorough value assessment.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Educational Services › Educational Support Services › Educational Support Services
Product/Service Code: SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS, NOT R&D › SPECIAL STUDIES - NOT R and D
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: OTHER (NONE OF THE ABOVE) (3)
Contractor Details
Address: 2150 SHATTUCK, SUITE 800, BERKELEY, CA, 12
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $27,342,732
Exercised Options: $17,973,796
Current Obligation: $12,322,948
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: EDED04CO0121
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2004-09-30
Current End Date: 2010-07-30
Potential End Date: 2010-07-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2014-03-07
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