DHS USCIS awards $12.3M for Office Administrative Services via BPA Call, expiring March 2009

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $12,272,439 ($12.3M)

Contractor: Serco Services Inc

Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security

Start Date: 2006-07-12

End Date: 2009-03-30

Contract Duration: 992 days

Daily Burn Rate: $12.4K/day

Sector: Other

Place of Performance

Location: LEES SUMMIT, JACKSON County, MISSOURI, 64063

State: Missouri Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Homeland Security obligated $12.3 million to SERCO SERVICES INC for work described as: Key points: 1. Spending of $12.3M on administrative services indicates a need for operational support. 2. Contract awarded to SERCO SERVICES INC, suggesting a specific vendor relationship. 3. The contract duration of 992 days (approx. 2.7 years) is moderate. 4. No indication of small business participation. 5. The BPA Call mechanism implies a pre-competed framework agreement.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The award amount of $12.3M for office administrative services needs comparison to similar contracts for similar scope and duration. Without more detail on the specific services rendered, a precise valuation is difficult.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: unknown

The contract type is a BPA Call, which typically leverages pre-competed agreements. The specific competition method for this call is not detailed, impacting price discovery.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are utilized for essential administrative functions. The value for money depends on the efficiency and effectiveness of the services provided by SERCO SERVICES INC.

Public Impact

Supports the operational needs of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Ensures continuity of administrative functions within the agency. Potential impact on the efficiency of immigration processing and related services.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of transparency on competition method for BPA Call.
No explicit small business participation noted.

Positive Signals

Utilizes a potentially efficient BPA Call mechanism.
Addresses critical administrative support needs.

Sector Analysis

Office Administrative Services (NAICS 561110) is a broad category supporting various government functions. Spending benchmarks for this sector vary widely based on agency size and specific service requirements.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that neither small business set-aside nor subcontracting was explicitly noted for this award. Further investigation would be needed to confirm if small businesses were involved indirectly or if opportunities were missed.

Oversight & Accountability

The use of a BPA Call suggests a structured procurement process. Oversight would focus on performance metrics and adherence to the terms of the base BPA and the specific call.

Related Government Programs

Office Administrative Services
Department of Homeland Security Contracting
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Programs

Risk Flags

Limited transparency on competition.
Potential lack of small business utilization.
No performance data available.
Contract expired in 2009, limiting current relevance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Homeland Security awarded $12.3 million to SERCO SERVICES INC. See the official description on USAspending.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is SERCO SERVICES INC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $12.3 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2006-07-12. End: 2009-03-30.

What specific administrative services were included in this $12.3M contract, and how do they align with USCIS's core mission needs?

The contract falls under Office Administrative Services (NAICS 561110). This typically encompasses a range of support functions such as general office management, recordkeeping, mail processing, and potentially clerical support. The alignment with USCIS's mission would depend on how these services directly contribute to processing immigration applications, managing case files, and facilitating agency operations.

What was the competitive landscape for this BPA Call, and how did it influence the final price paid by taxpayers?

As a BPA Call, it likely leveraged a pre-existing, competitively awarded Basic Ordering Agreement. However, the specific competition for this particular call is not detailed. If multiple vendors on the BPA were solicited, it would foster price discovery. If it was a directed call or limited competition among BPA holders, the price might be less optimized.

How effectively did SERCO SERVICES INC deliver the contracted administrative services, and what was the overall impact on USCIS operational efficiency?

The provided data does not contain performance metrics or user feedback. Assessing effectiveness would require reviewing contract performance reports, any quality assurance surveillance plans (QASP), and user satisfaction surveys. Without this, it's impossible to determine the actual impact on USCIS operational efficiency beyond the basic provision of services.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Office Administrative Services › Office Administrative Services

Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Serco Group PLC (UEI: 298452707)

Address: 12012 SUNSET HILLS ROAD, RESTON, VA, 20190

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: HSSCCG05A0031

IDV Type: BPA

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