OPM awards $26.8M for background check services under full and open competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $26,800,000 ($26.8M)
Contractor: Csra LLC
Awarding Agency: Office of Personnel Management
Start Date: 2017-02-01
End Date: 2019-01-30
Contract Duration: 728 days
Daily Burn Rate: $36.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: IGF::CL::IGF TO0001-TASK ORDER #1 FOR 02/01/2017-03/31/2017
Place of Performance
Location: BOYERS, BUTLER County, PENNSYLVANIA, 16018
Plain-Language Summary
Office of Personnel Management obligated $26.8 million to CSRA LLC for work described as: IGF::CL::IGF TO0001-TASK ORDER #1 FOR 02/01/2017-03/31/2017 Key points: 1. The contract value is $26.8 million over its period of performance. 2. The award was made under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. The service category is Investigation and Personal Background Check Services. 4. The contract was awarded to CSRA LLC.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $26.8 million appears reasonable for background check services, especially considering the 728-day duration. Benchmarking against similar contracts would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, which typically fosters competitive pricing and ensures the government receives the best value. The price discovery mechanism is robust in such scenarios.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award suggests that taxpayer funds are being used efficiently for these essential background check services.
Public Impact
Ensures the integrity of personnel data for federal employees. Supports national security by vetting individuals in sensitive positions. Provides essential services for government hiring and retention processes.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Firm fixed price contract type
Sector Analysis
The Information Technology sector, specifically IT Professional Services (NAICS 561611), often involves significant government spending on background checks and investigations. Benchmarks for similar services can vary widely based on scope and duration.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was awarded to CSRA LLC, a large business. There is no specific indication of small business participation in this particular award.
Oversight & Accountability
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is responsible for overseeing this contract. Standard procurement regulations and oversight mechanisms would apply to ensure performance and accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Investigation and Personal Background Check Services
- Office of Personnel Management Contracting
- Office of Personnel Management Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed scope of services
- Absence of performance history or modification data
- Unclear benchmark or cost estimate data
Tags
investigation-and-personal-background-ch, office-of-personnel-management, pa, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Office of Personnel Management awarded $26.8 million to CSRA LLC. IGF::CL::IGF TO0001-TASK ORDER #1 FOR 02/01/2017-03/31/2017
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CSRA LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Office of Personnel Management (Office of Personnel Management).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $26.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2017-02-01. End: 2019-01-30.
What was the specific scope of services included in the background checks?
The provided data specifies 'Investigation and Personal Background Check Services' (NAICS 561611). However, the exact scope, such as the depth of checks (e.g., credit, criminal, employment history, security clearances), specific investigative methodologies, and reporting requirements, is not detailed. A more granular understanding of the service scope is needed for a comprehensive value assessment.
Were there any performance issues or contract modifications during the period of performance?
The data does not provide information on performance issues or contract modifications. The contract duration is 728 days, and the award date is February 1, 2017, with an end date of January 30, 2019. Without access to contract performance reports or modification logs, it's impossible to assess any potential risks or deviations from the original plan.
How does the awarded price compare to the government's independent government cost estimate (IGCE)?
The data includes a 'br' value of 36813, which might represent a benchmark or a component of the cost estimate, but it's not explicitly defined as the IGCE. Without a clear IGCE or a breakdown of the awarded price against estimated costs, a direct comparison to determine cost efficiency is not possible from this data alone.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Investigation and Security Services › Investigation and Personal Background Check Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: General Dynamics Corp (UEI: 001381284)
Address: 3170 FAIRVIEW PARK DR, FALLS CHURCH, VA, 22042
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Nonprofit Organization, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $26,800,000
Exercised Options: $26,800,000
Current Obligation: $26,800,000
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 5
Total Subaward Amount: $31,294,083
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: OPM1516D0002
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2017-02-01
Current End Date: 2019-01-30
Potential End Date: 2019-01-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2019-11-18
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