GSA awards $14.3M contract to Amentum for facilities support services, impacting Georgia
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $14,324,112 ($14.3M)
Contractor: Amentum Technology, Inc.
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2007-03-26
End Date: 2008-09-15
Contract Duration: 539 days
Daily Burn Rate: $26.6K/day
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: ENGINEERING, TECHNICAL, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT, WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS, FACILITIES OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT, LOGISTICS, AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT TO THE (JSNBCDEAP)
Place of Performance
Location: ALBANY, DOUGHERTY County, GEORGIA, 31704
State: Georgia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $14.3 million to AMENTUM TECHNOLOGY, INC. for work described as: ENGINEERING, TECHNICAL, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT, WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS, FACILITIES OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT, LOGISTICS, AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT TO THE (JSNBCDEAP) Key points: 1. Contract value of $14.3M for facilities support services. 2. Amentum Technology, Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. Services include engineering, technical, and logistics support. 4. Contract duration was 539 days. 5. Awarded under a Time and Materials pricing structure.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The Time and Materials (T&M) contract type can lead to cost overruns if not closely monitored. Without a ceiling price or fixed scope, it's difficult to assess value definitively against similar contracts without more detailed cost breakdowns.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This appears to be a sole-source award, which limits price discovery and competition. The lack of competitive bidding raises concerns about whether the government received the best possible price for these extensive support services.
Taxpayer Impact: The sole-source nature of this award means taxpayers may not have benefited from competitive pricing, potentially leading to higher overall costs for the services rendered.
Public Impact
Federal agencies rely on these services for operational continuity. Support impacts facilities management and logistics across various government functions. The contract's duration and scope suggest a significant operational footprint. Amentum's role is critical for maintaining government infrastructure.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition and price discovery.
- Time and Materials contract type carries inherent cost risk.
- Lack of detailed scope and pricing makes value assessment difficult.
Positive Signals
- Contract provides essential operational support.
- Amentum is an established provider in this sector.
Sector Analysis
Facilities Support Services (NAICS 561210) are crucial for the operation and maintenance of government buildings and infrastructure. Spending in this sector is generally stable, driven by the need for ongoing upkeep and operational support across federal agencies.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this was a sole-source award to Amentum Technology, Inc., with no indication of small business participation or subcontracting opportunities. This suggests a missed opportunity for small businesses to compete for these services.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants scrutiny regarding the justification for not seeking competitive bids. Oversight should focus on ensuring the necessity of sole-sourcing and the reasonableness of the negotiated price.
Related Government Programs
- Facilities Support Services
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award
- Time and Materials contract type
- Lack of competitive bidding
- Limited transparency on price justification
- Potential for cost overruns
Tags
facilities-support-services, general-services-administration, ga, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $14.3 million to AMENTUM TECHNOLOGY, INC.. ENGINEERING, TECHNICAL, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT, WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS, FACILITIES OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT, LOGISTICS, AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT TO THE (JSNBCDEAP)
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is AMENTUM TECHNOLOGY, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $14.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-03-26. End: 2008-09-15.
What was the specific justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis, and were alternative competitive strategies considered?
The justification for a sole-source award typically involves circumstances where only one responsible source can provide the required supplies or services. This could be due to unique capabilities, urgent needs, or specific government property requirements. Without further documentation, it's unclear if alternatives were explored, but agencies must demonstrate that competition was not feasible or would not be in the government's best interest.
How was the 'fair and reasonable' price determined for this Time and Materials contract, given the lack of competitive benchmarking?
Determining a fair and reasonable price for T&M contracts without competition often relies on historical pricing data for similar services, catalog prices, or independent government cost estimates. The contracting officer must perform thorough price analysis, potentially including audits or reviews of the contractor's cost accounting system, to ensure the rates and estimated costs align with market conditions and are justifiable.
What mechanisms were in place to control costs and ensure efficient service delivery under this T&M contract over its 539-day duration?
Effective cost control for T&M contracts typically involves robust contract surveillance, detailed tracking of labor hours and material costs, and clear performance metrics. The government should have established procedures for verifying contractor effort, approving expenditures, and managing scope changes to prevent uncontrolled cost growth and ensure services were delivered efficiently and effectively.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Facilities Support Services › Facilities Support Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc (UEI: 074103508)
Address: 600 WILLIAM NORTHERN BLVD, TULLAHOMA, TN, 04
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $14,324,412
Exercised Options: $14,324,412
Current Obligation: $14,324,112
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS10F0415M
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-03-26
Current End Date: 2008-09-15
Potential End Date: 2008-09-15 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2013-04-02
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