DHS awards $27.8M for Records Management Support Services to CMI Management, LLC under full and open competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $27,805,641 ($27.8M)
Contractor: CMI Management, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2007-01-30
End Date: 2008-07-29
Contract Duration: 546 days
Daily Burn Rate: $50.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: NOT REPORTED
Sector: Other
Official Description: RECORDS-MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: ALEXANDRIA, ALEXANDRIA (CITY) County, VIRGINIA, 22301
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $27.8 million to CMI MANAGEMENT, LLC for work described as: RECORDS-MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Spending of $27.8M on records management support. 2. Contract awarded to CMI MANAGEMENT, LLC. 3. Procurement method was full and open competition. 4. Services provided to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). 5. Contract duration was 546 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The award amount of $27.8M for records management support over 546 days appears to be within a reasonable range for such services, though specific benchmarks are not readily available. The contract was awarded via BPA, suggesting potential for competitive pricing over time.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a robust process for soliciting bids and ensuring fair market pricing. This method generally leads to better price discovery and value for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used through a competitive process, aiming for cost-effectiveness in acquiring essential records management support services for USCIS.
Public Impact
Ensures efficient management of critical records for USCIS operations. Supports the agency's mission by maintaining organized and accessible documentation. Potential impact on the efficiency of immigration services due to records management quality.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration is relatively short (546 days).
- Specific performance metrics and outcomes are not detailed.
- PSC code '541860' (Direct Mail Advertising) seems mismatched with 'Records Management Support Services'.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports a critical government function (records management).
- Awarded to a single vendor, CMI MANAGEMENT, LLC.
Sector Analysis
Records management support services fall under professional services, often involving data organization, storage, and retrieval. Benchmarks for this sector can vary widely based on the complexity and volume of records managed.
Small Business Impact
The provided data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved as subcontractors or if the prime contractor is a small business. Further analysis would be needed to assess small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a standard procurement process. Oversight would typically involve monitoring contractor performance against service level agreements and ensuring compliance with federal records management regulations.
Related Government Programs
- Direct Mail Advertising
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential PSC code mismatch.
- Lack of performance metrics.
- Limited detail on specific services rendered.
- Short contract duration may indicate a temporary need or a bridge contract.
Tags
direct-mail-advertising, department-of-homeland-security, va, bpa, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $27.8 million to CMI MANAGEMENT, LLC. RECORDS-MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CMI MANAGEMENT, LLC.
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 $27.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-01-30. End: 2008-07-29.
What is the specific nature of the records management support services provided, and how do they align with the PSC code?
The PSC code listed is 541860, which corresponds to Direct Mail Advertising. This appears to be a discrepancy with the description 'RECORDS-MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES'. Clarification is needed to understand if the services are indeed records management or if there's an error in the data, potentially impacting the assessment of value and relevance.
What were the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract, and how did CMI MANAGEMENT, LLC perform against them?
The provided data does not include details on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) or contractor performance. Without this information, it's difficult to assess the effectiveness of the services rendered and the value delivered to USCIS. A review of performance reports would be necessary.
Given the contract's duration and award amount, what was the estimated cost savings or efficiency gain achieved through this BPA call order?
The data does not provide specific cost savings or efficiency gain metrics. While the contract was awarded competitively, the actual taxpayer impact in terms of improved efficiency or cost reduction compared to alternative solutions or previous contracts is not quantifiable from the given information.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services › Direct Mail Advertising
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Pricing Type: NOT REPORTED (NO)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 4324 EVERGREEN LN STE B, ANNANDALE, VA, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HSSCCG05A0047
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-01-30
Current End Date: 2008-07-29
Last Modified: 2010-11-18
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