Homeland Security awards $25.6M for security services, extending contract for 17 months

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $25,558,844 ($25.6M)

Contractor: Valley Metro-Barbosa Group, JV

Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security

Start Date: 2012-11-14

End Date: 2014-04-30

Contract Duration: 532 days

Daily Burn Rate: $48.0K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Number of Offers Received: 5

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: PLEASE EXERCISE OPTION III - CONTRACT HSCEDM-09-D-00005 AND CREATE A NEW TASK ORDER. POP IS 12/01/2012 - 11/30/2013. TASK ORDER IS FUNDED THROUGH 12/31/2012.

Place of Performance

Location: BATAVIA, GENESEE County, NEW YORK, 14020

State: New York Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Homeland Security obligated $25.6 million to VALLEY METRO-BARBOSA GROUP, JV for work described as: PLEASE EXERCISE OPTION III - CONTRACT HSCEDM-09-D-00005 AND CREATE A NEW TASK ORDER. POP IS 12/01/2012 - 11/30/2013. TASK ORDER IS FUNDED THROUGH 12/31/2012. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to VALLEY METRO-BARBOSA GROUP, JV for security guard services. 2. The task order extends the period of performance by 17 months. 3. This award represents a significant portion of the total contract value. 4. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 561612.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The total award amount is $25,558,843.52. Benchmarking against similar contracts for security guard services is difficult without more specific details on service levels and geographic scope. However, the duration and value suggest a substantial requirement.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES'. This indicates a competitive process was used, but specific details on the exclusion of sources are not provided. The pricing is likely a result of competitive bidding.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers are funding a significant contract for essential security services, with the expectation that the competitive award process yielded a fair price.

Public Impact

Ensures continued security operations for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Supports national security by maintaining patrol and guard services. The contract value contributes to the economic activity within the security services sector.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of detail on 'exclusion of sources' in competition.
Limited information on specific performance metrics and service quality.

Positive Signals

Awarded through full and open competition.
Contract addresses a critical security need for ICE.

Sector Analysis

The security and patrol services sector is vital for government operations, encompassing a wide range of protective functions. Spending in this sector can fluctuate based on national security needs and agency priorities. This contract falls within the typical range for large-scale security service procurements.

Small Business Impact

The contract was awarded to a joint venture, VALLEY METRO-BARBOSA GROUP, JV. There is no explicit indication of small business participation or subcontracting in the provided data. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business involvement.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight is provided by the Department of Homeland Security, specifically U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The contract type (FIRM FIXED PRICE) and the existence of a period of performance suggest established oversight mechanisms are in place to monitor service delivery and payment.

Related Government Programs

Security Guards and Patrol Services
Department of Homeland Security Contracting
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Programs

Risk Flags

Potential for reduced competition due to 'exclusion of sources'.
Lack of transparency regarding specific service deliverables and performance metrics.
Longer contract duration may reduce flexibility for future needs.
Reliance on a single joint venture for critical security services.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Homeland Security awarded $25.6 million to VALLEY METRO-BARBOSA GROUP, JV. PLEASE EXERCISE OPTION III - CONTRACT HSCEDM-09-D-00005 AND CREATE A NEW TASK ORDER. POP IS 12/01/2012 - 11/30/2013. TASK ORDER IS FUNDED THROUGH 12/31/2012.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is VALLEY METRO-BARBOSA GROUP, JV.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $25.6 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2012-11-14. End: 2014-04-30.

What specific services are included under 'Security Guards and Patrol Services' for ICE, and how do they align with the agency's mission?

The 'Security Guards and Patrol Services' likely encompass a range of protective measures, including physical guarding of facilities, perimeter patrols, access control, and potentially response to security incidents. For ICE, these services are critical for safeguarding personnel, sensitive information, detention facilities, and operational integrity, directly supporting their law enforcement and immigration enforcement mandates.

How did the 'exclusion of sources' in the full and open competition process impact the final price and vendor selection?

The 'exclusion of sources' clause suggests that while the competition was intended to be open, certain potential bidders were disqualified based on specific criteria, possibly related to past performance, security clearances, or specialized capabilities. This could have narrowed the competitive field, potentially influencing the final price and ensuring the award went to a vendor with highly specific qualifications deemed essential by the agency.

What is the rationale behind exercising Option III and creating a new task order for this contract, and what are the implications for future contract needs?

Exercising Option III indicates that the services provided under the original contract were satisfactory and met the agency's ongoing needs. Creating a new task order suggests a formalization of this extension. This implies a continued reliance on the current vendor for these security services and may inform future contracting strategies, potentially leading to further options or a new solicitation based on evolving requirements.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Investigation and Security Services › Security Guards and Patrol Services

Product/Service Code: UTILITIES AND HOUSEKEEPING › HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Offers Received: 5

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 12513 BAILBOND DR, EDINBURG, TX, 78542

Business Categories: Category Business, Hispanic American Owned Business, Minority Owned Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, SBA Certified 8 a Joint Venture, Small Business, Special Designations

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $25,558,844

Exercised Options: $25,558,844

Current Obligation: $25,558,844

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: HSCEDM09D00005

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline