DHS Spends $35.2M on Adult Detention Services for Houston Facility

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $35,194,580 ($35.2M)

Contractor: Corecivic, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security

Start Date: 2017-07-11

End Date: 2018-04-30

Contract Duration: 293 days

Daily Burn Rate: $120.1K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: IGF::CL::IGF ADULT DETENTION SERVICE FOR THE HOUSTON DETENTION FACILITY

Place of Performance

Location: HOUSTON, HARRIS County, TEXAS, 77060

State: Texas Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Homeland Security obligated $35.2 million to CORECIVIC, INC. for work described as: IGF::CL::IGF ADULT DETENTION SERVICE FOR THE HOUSTON DETENTION FACILITY Key points: 1. Contract awarded to CoreCivic, Inc. for detention services. 2. Full and open competition was utilized for this contract. 3. The contract duration was 293 days. 4. The service falls under Security Guards and Patrol Services. 5. This is a delivery order under a larger contract.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $35.2 million for approximately 9.5 months of service appears high. Benchmarking against similar detention service contracts is needed to assess value.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the specific pricing outcomes and whether the lowest price was achieved are not detailed.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for detention services, with the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of this specific contract needing further scrutiny.

Public Impact

Impacts individuals in immigration detention. Affects local economy through service provision. Reflects federal government's approach to immigration enforcement.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

High per-day cost potential
Limited contract duration may indicate short-term need or flexibility

Positive Signals

Awarded through full and open competition
Clear service description

Sector Analysis

The contract falls within the security and protective services sector. Spending on detention services is a significant component of the Department of Homeland Security's budget, reflecting national immigration policies.

Small Business Impact

No information is available regarding small business participation in this contract. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were involved or could have been.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight is provided by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The effectiveness of this oversight in ensuring cost efficiency and service quality is not detailed.

Related Government Programs

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

Risk Flags

Potential for high cost per detainee
Lack of service quality metrics
Limited contract duration may mask long-term cost implications
No small business participation data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Homeland Security awarded $35.2 million to CORECIVIC, INC.. IGF::CL::IGF ADULT DETENTION SERVICE FOR THE HOUSTON DETENTION FACILITY

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is CORECIVIC, INC..

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 $35.2 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2017-07-11. End: 2018-04-30.

What is the average cost per detainee per day for these services?

The provided data does not include the number of detainees served. To calculate the average cost per detainee per day, this information would be essential. Without it, a meaningful cost-per-detainee analysis cannot be performed, making it difficult to assess the value for money.

What were the key factors that led to the final contract price?

The contract utilized a firm fixed price structure. While this shifts risk to the contractor, the specific factors influencing the initial price negotiation, such as market rates, service level requirements, and contractor overhead, are not detailed in the provided data. Understanding these would clarify price justification.

How does the service quality compare to other detention facilities managed by ICE?

The provided data focuses on the financial and contractual aspects of the service and does not include any metrics on service quality, detainee welfare, or operational performance. A comparison would require access to performance reports, inspection results, and potentially detainee feedback.

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

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 10 BURTON HILLS BLVD, NASHVILLE, TN, 37215

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $35,194,580

Exercised Options: $35,194,580

Current Obligation: $35,194,580

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: YES

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: HSCEDM09D00007

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline