FEMA awards $33M for lodging services to Corporate Lodging Consultants, Inc. over 5 years
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $33,029,565 ($33.0M)
Contractor: Corporate Lodging Consultants, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2006-02-28
End Date: 2011-10-12
Contract Duration: 2,052 days
Daily Burn Rate: $16.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: APARTMENT LODGINGS
Place of Performance
Location: BATON ROUGE, EAST BATON ROUGE County, LOUISIANA, 70821
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $33.0 million to CORPORATE LODGING CONSULTANTS, INC. for work described as: APARTMENT LODGINGS Key points: 1. Spending of $33M over 5 years on lodging services. 2. Contract awarded to Corporate Lodging Consultants, Inc. 3. Potential risk in long-term lodging contracts. 4. Services fall under Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $33M over 5 years averages $6.6M annually. Benchmarking against similar lodging contracts is difficult without specific service details, but this appears to be a significant award for a single provider.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES', suggesting a limited competition. This method may not have resulted in the most competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are used for lodging services, with the final cost influenced by the limited competition.
Public Impact
Provides essential lodging services for government personnel or disaster relief. Supports the operational needs of the Department of Homeland Security. Ensures accommodation availability during critical periods.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition may lead to higher costs.
- Long contract duration could reduce flexibility.
- Lack of detailed service scope makes value assessment difficult.
Positive Signals
- Provides necessary lodging support.
- Awarded to a single, specialized provider.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under travel arrangement and reservation services, a niche within the broader professional services sector. Benchmarks for this specific sub-sector are not readily available, but significant government contracts often involve substantial sums.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses, as 'sb' is false. This represents a missed opportunity for small business participation in federal lodging services.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically be managed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) contracting officers. Accountability for service delivery and cost management rests with the agency and the contractor.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Federal Emergency Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition
- Long contract duration
- Potential for cost overruns
- Lack of small business participation
Tags
all-other-travel-arrangement-and-reserva, department-of-homeland-security, la, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $33.0 million to CORPORATE LODGING CONSULTANTS, INC.. APARTMENT LODGINGS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CORPORATE LODGING CONSULTANTS, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Federal Emergency Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $33.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-02-28. End: 2011-10-12.
What was the specific justification for excluding other sources during the competition phase?
The justification for excluding other sources is not detailed in the provided data. Typically, such exclusions are based on specific technical requirements, existing relationships, or unique capabilities that only a particular vendor can meet. Further investigation into the contract file would be needed to understand the rationale and its impact on price discovery.
How does the pricing compare to market rates for similar lodging arrangements in Louisiana?
Without specific details on the types of lodging, duration of stays, and amenities provided, a direct comparison to market rates is challenging. However, a $33 million contract over five years suggests significant volume. A thorough analysis would require comparing the per-diem rates and service inclusions against prevailing government and commercial lodging rates in the relevant Louisiana locations.
What mechanisms are in place to ensure the quality and cost-effectiveness of the lodging services provided?
Quality and cost-effectiveness are typically ensured through performance standards outlined in the contract, regular performance reviews by the contracting officer's representative (COR), and invoice auditing. The firm-fixed-price structure aims to control costs, but ongoing monitoring is crucial to prevent scope creep or service degradation over the contract's five-year term.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services › All Other Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services
Product/Service Code: TRANSPORT, TRAVEL, RELOCATION › TRAVEL, LODGING, RECRUITMENT SVCS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Corpay, Inc
Address: 8110 EAST 32ND ST N STE 200, WICHITA, KS, 67226
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $57,150,320
Exercised Options: $57,150,220
Current Obligation: $33,029,565
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS33FQPNBQ
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-02-28
Current End Date: 2011-10-12
Potential End Date: 2011-10-12 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2023-06-13
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