Department of Education's $35.2M Regional Educational Laboratories contract awarded to WESTED for 5 years
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $35,220,379 ($35.2M)
Contractor: Wested
Awarding Agency: Department of Education
Start Date: 2012-01-03
End Date: 2017-01-02
Contract Duration: 1,826 days
Daily Burn Rate: $19.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 20
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: REGIONAL EDUCATIONAL LABORATORIES (REL) 2012-2017. THE CONTRACTOR IN THE WEST REGION PROVIDES TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, PERFORMS RESEARCH, AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES IN SUPPORT OF THE REGION.
Place of Performance
Location: SAN FRANCISCO, SAN FRANCISCO County, CALIFORNIA, 94107
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Education obligated $35.2 million to WESTED for work described as: REGIONAL EDUCATIONAL LABORATORIES (REL) 2012-2017. THE CONTRACTOR IN THE WEST REGION PROVIDES TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, PERFORMS RESEARCH, AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES IN SUPPORT OF THE REGION. Key points: 1. The contract supports educational activities in the West Region, including technical assistance and research. 2. Awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. 3. The contract value of $35.2M over five years averages $7.04M annually. 4. The contractor, WESTED, is responsible for delivering services across the West Region.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract's firm fixed-price structure provides cost certainty. The total award of $35.2M over five years suggests a reasonable annual spend for comprehensive educational support services.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, allowing all eligible contractors to bid. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives the best value.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process likely resulted in a fair price, maximizing the value of taxpayer funds spent on educational support services.
Public Impact
Supports educational initiatives and research across the Western United States. Provides critical technical assistance to educational institutions. Aims to improve educational outcomes through evidence-based practices. Contract duration of five years allows for sustained program development and impact.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Firm fixed-price contract
- Long-term support for educational services
Sector Analysis
Educational Support Services (NAICS 611710) encompass a broad range of activities aimed at improving educational delivery and outcomes. Federal spending in this sector supports research, technical assistance, and program development.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities were available.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Education managed this contract, ensuring adherence to the terms and conditions. Oversight would focus on the quality and impact of the technical assistance and research provided.
Related Government Programs
- Educational Support Services
- Department of Education Contracting
- Department of Education Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of small business participation
- Need for detailed performance metrics
- Potential for cost overruns if not managed tightly
- Limited visibility into specific research outcomes
Tags
educational-support-services, department-of-education, ca, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Education awarded $35.2 million to WESTED. REGIONAL EDUCATIONAL LABORATORIES (REL) 2012-2017. THE CONTRACTOR IN THE WEST REGION PROVIDES TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, PERFORMS RESEARCH, AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES IN SUPPORT OF THE REGION.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is WESTED.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Education (Department of Education).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $35.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2012-01-03. End: 2017-01-02.
What specific metrics are used to evaluate the effectiveness of the technical assistance and research provided by WESTED?
The contract likely includes performance work statements (PWS) with specific deliverables and evaluation criteria. These could include the number of institutions served, reported improvements in student outcomes, dissemination of research findings, and stakeholder satisfaction surveys. A review of the contract's performance reports and any associated task orders would provide detailed insights into the specific metrics and their achievement.
How does the $35.2M award compare to similar contracts for regional educational laboratories in other parts of the country?
Benchmarking this award against similar contracts requires access to data on other Regional Educational Laboratory (REL) contracts, considering factors like region size, population served, and specific service requirements. Without comparative data, it's difficult to definitively assess if $35.2M over five years is high or low. However, the annual average of $7.04M suggests a significant investment in educational support.
What is the potential for knowledge transfer and scalability of successful educational interventions identified through this contract?
The contract's focus on research and technical assistance implies a goal of identifying and disseminating effective educational practices. The success of knowledge transfer and scalability depends on WESTED's dissemination strategies, the Department of Education's promotion efforts, and the receptiveness of other educational entities. The contract should ideally outline mechanisms for sharing findings and best practices beyond the West Region.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Educational Services › Educational Support Services › Educational Support Services
Product/Service Code: EDUCATION AND TRAINING › EDUCATION AND TRAINING SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: ED-IES-11-R-0036
Offers Received: 20
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 730 HARRISON ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 94107
Business Categories: Category Business, Nonprofit Organization, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $35,220,379
Exercised Options: $35,220,379
Current Obligation: $35,220,379
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 6
Total Subaward Amount: $1,725,042
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2012-01-03
Current End Date: 2017-01-02
Potential End Date: 2017-01-02 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2018-01-19
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