HUD Spent $12.5M on Legal Services Task Orders with Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $12,553,194 ($12.6M)
Contractor: Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP
Awarding Agency: Department of Housing and Urban Development
Start Date: 2007-02-28
End Date: 2012-02-16
Contract Duration: 1,814 days
Daily Burn Rate: $6.9K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: Other
Official Description: LEGAL SERVICES TASK ORDERS FOR CONTRACTS C-OPC-23011 AND C-OPC-23123.
Place of Performance
Location: RICHMOND, RICHMOND (CITY) County, VIRGINIA, 23219
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Housing and Urban Development obligated $12.6 million to HUNTON ANDREWS KURTH LLP for work described as: LEGAL SERVICES TASK ORDERS FOR CONTRACTS C-OPC-23011 AND C-OPC-23123. Key points: 1. Significant spending on legal services highlights reliance on external expertise. 2. Competition method for task orders is crucial for ensuring fair pricing. 3. Potential for cost savings through optimized legal service procurement. 4. Sector context: Legal services are essential for government operations and compliance.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The total award amount of $12.5M over five years suggests a substantial investment in legal services. Benchmarking against similar large-scale legal support contracts would be necessary to fully assess value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
The contract was awarded via competitive delivery orders, indicating some level of price discovery. However, the specific competition details and number of bidders are not provided, making a full assessment difficult.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of competitive processes aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for necessary legal services.
Public Impact
Ensures legal compliance for HUD programs and initiatives. Supports complex litigation and regulatory matters. Provides specialized legal counsel for housing and urban development issues.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of detailed competition data
- Potential for cost overruns in long-term legal support
Positive Signals
- Competitive award process utilized
- Essential government function supported
Sector Analysis
Legal services are a critical but often variable component of government spending. Benchmarks for legal services can vary widely based on complexity and duration.
Small Business Impact
This contract does not appear to have involved small businesses, as indicated by the 'sb' field being false.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight is provided by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Further details on specific oversight mechanisms and performance reviews would be beneficial.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Legal Services
- Department of Housing and Urban Development Contracting
- Department of Housing and Urban Development Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited transparency on competition details
- Potential for high unit costs in specialized legal services
- Long contract duration may increase risk
- Lack of performance metrics in provided data
Tags
all-other-legal-services, department-of-housing-and-urban-developm, va, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded $12.6 million to HUNTON ANDREWS KURTH LLP. LEGAL SERVICES TASK ORDERS FOR CONTRACTS C-OPC-23011 AND C-OPC-23123.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is HUNTON ANDREWS KURTH LLP.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Housing and Urban Development (Department of Housing and Urban Development).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $12.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-02-28. End: 2012-02-16.
What was the average hourly rate billed by Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP under these task orders, and how does it compare to industry benchmarks for similar legal services?
The provided data does not include the average hourly rate. To assess value, a detailed analysis of labor hours and billed rates against market data for specialized legal services in housing and urban development would be required. This would help determine if the $12.5M expenditure was cost-effective.
Were there any performance issues or disputes during the contract period, and how were they resolved?
The data does not specify any performance issues or disputes. A thorough review of contract performance reports, client feedback, and any litigation or claims associated with these task orders would be necessary to assess potential risks and the effectiveness of the legal services provided.
How did the competitive delivery order process ensure the best value was obtained for the government compared to other potential contracting methods?
The competitive delivery order process implies that multiple offers were solicited and evaluated, theoretically leading to a competitive price. However, without details on the number of bidders, evaluation criteria, and the specific pricing structures, it's difficult to definitively conclude that the best value was achieved. Further analysis of the competition's robustness is needed.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Legal Services › All Other Legal Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 951 E BYRD ST, RICHMOND, VA, 04
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $12,553,194
Exercised Options: $12,553,194
Current Obligation: $12,553,194
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HUDDCOPC23011
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-02-28
Current End Date: 2012-02-16
Potential End Date: 2012-02-16 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2013-10-23
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