GSA awards $30.2M contract for technical and analytical support to Analytic Services Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $30,221,253 ($30.2M)
Contractor: Analytic Services Inc.
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2009-03-01
End Date: 2014-02-28
Contract Duration: 1,825 days
Daily Burn Rate: $16.6K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: TECHNICAL AND ANALYTICAL SUPPORT
Place of Performance
Location: HAMPTON, YORK County, VIRGINIA, 23665, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $30.2 million to ANALYTIC SERVICES INC. for work described as: TECHNICAL AND ANALYTICAL SUPPORT Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Analytic Services Inc. for administrative management and general management consulting. 2. The contract was competitively awarded, indicating potential for good pricing. 3. The contract duration is 5 years, with a total value of $30.2 million. 4. The NAICS code 541611 suggests a focus on management consulting services.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract was awarded using a Time and Materials pricing structure. While specific unit costs are not provided, the competitive nature of the award suggests the pricing was deemed reasonable against market benchmarks.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through a competitive delivery order process. This method typically allows for multiple vendors to compete, fostering price discovery and potentially leading to more favorable pricing for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process likely ensured taxpayer funds were used efficiently for the required technical and analytical support services.
Public Impact
Provides essential technical and analytical support to the General Services Administration. Supports administrative management and general management consulting functions. Long-term contract (5 years) ensures continuity of services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Competitive award
- Clear service description (NAICS code)
- Established contractor
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under administrative management and general management consulting services. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on agency needs, but competitive awards generally indicate efficient use of funds.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses (sb: false). Therefore, small businesses were likely not the primary focus of this specific award.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was managed by the General Services Administration (GSA), a key agency for federal procurement, suggesting established oversight mechanisms are in place.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics
- Potential for cost creep with T&M pricing if not managed
- Limited insight into specific analytical methodologies used
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, general-services-administration, va, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $30.2 million to ANALYTIC SERVICES INC.. TECHNICAL AND ANALYTICAL SUPPORT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ANALYTIC SERVICES INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $30.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-03-01. End: 2014-02-28.
What specific analytical methodologies were employed under this contract, and how did they contribute to agency decision-making?
The contract description focuses on the broad category of 'Technical and Analytical Support' and 'Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services.' Without further details on task orders or deliverables, it's impossible to ascertain the specific analytical methodologies used. However, such contracts typically involve data analysis, strategic planning support, process improvement, and policy analysis, all aimed at enhancing agency effectiveness and informing critical decisions.
What were the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the success of Analytic Services Inc. in delivering technical and analytical support?
The provided data does not specify the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for this contract. Typically, for consulting and analytical support services, KPIs would relate to timeliness of deliverables, quality of analysis, client satisfaction, adherence to budget, and impact on agency objectives. A review of the contract's statement of work or performance work statement would be necessary to identify these specific metrics.
How did the Time and Materials pricing structure influence the overall cost compared to a fixed-price contract for similar services?
Time and Materials (T&M) contracts can be cost-effective for projects with undefined scopes or when flexibility is paramount. However, they carry a higher risk of cost overruns if not closely managed, as the government pays for actual labor hours and material costs. For services like technical and analytical support, if the scope is well-defined, a fixed-price contract might offer better cost certainty. The competitive award suggests that even with T&M, the pricing was deemed acceptable.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: R3083663
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2900 S QUINCY ST, ARLINGTON, VA, 22206
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $44,853,252
Exercised Options: $44,853,252
Current Obligation: $30,221,253
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS10F0026J
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-03-01
Current End Date: 2014-02-28
Potential End Date: 2014-02-28 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2015-04-20
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