State Department Spends $227M on Security Personnel Services from Academi Training Center LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $226,935,477 ($226.9M)
Contractor: Academi Training Center LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of State
Start Date: 2007-09-22
End Date: 2013-09-21
Contract Duration: 2,191 days
Daily Burn Rate: $103.6K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: SECURITY PERSONNEL
Plain-Language Summary
Department of State obligated $226.9 million to ACADEMI TRAINING CENTER LLC for work described as: SECURITY PERSONNEL Key points: 1. Significant contract value of $227.4M over six years. 2. Awarded via competitive delivery order, suggesting some price discovery. 3. Potential risk associated with long-term reliance on a single provider. 4. Services fall under the Security Guards and Patrol Services sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The total award value of $226.9M over six years averages approximately $37.8M annually. Benchmarking against similar contracts for security personnel services is difficult without more granular data on service levels and geographic scope. However, the duration and scale suggest a substantial investment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
The contract was awarded as a competitive delivery order, indicating that multiple vendors likely had an opportunity to bid. This method generally promotes price competition, although the specific pricing outcomes depend on the number of bidders and the nature of the competition.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being utilized for essential security services. The competitive nature of the award aims to ensure reasonable pricing, but the overall value suggests a significant expenditure.
Public Impact
Ensures security for State Department personnel and facilities. Supports diplomatic missions and operations abroad. Contributes to national security by protecting sensitive government assets.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Long contract duration (6 years) may limit flexibility.
- Reliance on a single awardee for critical security services.
Positive Signals
- Competitive award process likely secured favorable pricing.
- Essential service for government operations.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Security Guards and Patrol Services (NAICS 561612) sector. Spending in this sector is driven by the need for physical security across various government agencies and facilities, both domestically and internationally. Benchmarks vary widely based on service scope and location.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved as subcontractors or prime contractors in this award. Further investigation would be needed to determine the extent of small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of State is responsible for overseeing this contract to ensure service delivery meets requirements and that funds are used appropriately. Accountability would involve performance reviews and adherence to contract terms.
Related Government Programs
- Security Guards and Patrol Services
- Department of State Contracting
- Department of State Programs
Risk Flags
- Long-term contract duration may reduce flexibility.
- Potential for vendor lock-in with a single provider.
- Dependence on contractor for critical security functions.
- Lack of detailed performance data in the provided dataset.
Tags
security-guards-and-patrol-services, department-of-state, do, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of State awarded $226.9 million to ACADEMI TRAINING CENTER LLC. SECURITY PERSONNEL
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ACADEMI TRAINING CENTER LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of State (Department of State).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $226.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-09-22. End: 2013-09-21.
What specific security services were provided under this contract, and how did their scope influence the overall cost?
The contract covers 'Security Guards and Patrol Services.' The specific services likely included armed and unarmed guards, access control, surveillance, and potentially emergency response. The scope, including the number of personnel, hours of coverage, geographic locations, and required security clearances, would directly impact the total cost. Without a detailed statement of work, it's challenging to precisely correlate services to the $227M expenditure.
What was the competitive landscape for this delivery order, and did it result in significant cost savings compared to a sole-source award?
As a 'COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER,' multiple vendors were likely solicited. The extent of competition (number of bids received) would determine the degree of price discovery. While competitive awards generally yield better pricing than sole-source, quantifying the exact savings requires comparing the awarded price to a hypothetical sole-source price or to pre-established government price benchmarks for similar services.
How effectively did Academi Training Center LLC perform its security duties, and were there any performance issues or contract disputes?
Performance effectiveness is typically assessed through contract performance reports, user feedback, and any documented disputes or corrective actions. Information on Academi's performance under this specific contract is not provided in the data. A review of contract performance history and any associated litigation or claims would be necessary to evaluate their effectiveness and identify potential risks.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Investigation and Security Services › Security Guards and Patrol Services
Product/Service Code: UTILITIES AND HOUSEKEEPING › HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Constellis Holdings, LLC (UEI: 966133477)
Address: 850 PUDDIN RIDGE RD, MOYOCK, NC, 01
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $226,935,477
Exercised Options: $226,935,477
Current Obligation: $226,935,477
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: SAQMPD05D1098
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-09-22
Current End Date: 2013-09-21
Potential End Date: 2013-09-21 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2013-10-10
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