Department of State awards $9.8M for Other Computer Related Services to THE MIL CORPORATION via non-competitive delivery order
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $9,831,875 ($9.8M)
Contractor: THE MIL Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of State
Start Date: 2007-11-29
End Date: 2010-10-31
Contract Duration: 1,067 days
Daily Burn Rate: $9.2K/day
Competition Type: NON-COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: IT
Official Description: LOT B
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20520
Plain-Language Summary
Department of State obligated $9.8 million to THE MIL CORPORATION for work described as: LOT B Key points: 1. Significant award value of $9.8M for a single delivery order. 2. Non-competitive award raises questions about price discovery and potential value. 3. Services fall under 'Other Computer Related Services', a broad category. 4. Contract duration of nearly 3 years suggests a substantial need.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract was awarded non-competitively, making a direct pricing assessment against similar contracts difficult. Without competitive bids, it's hard to determine if the $9.8M represents fair market value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This was a non-competitive delivery order, meaning only one vendor, THE MIL CORPORATION, was solicited. This method limits price discovery and may not yield the best value for taxpayers.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition could lead to higher costs for taxpayers compared to a fully competitive procurement.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may be paying a premium due to the absence of competitive bidding. The specific nature of 'Other Computer Related Services' is unclear, impacting public understanding of the spending. Lack of transparency in the award process limits public scrutiny.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Non-competitive award
- Lack of clear justification for sole-source
- Broad service category
Positive Signals
- Awarded to a single vendor, potentially indicating a specialized capability.
Sector Analysis
The 'Other Computer Related Services' category (NAICS 541519) is broad and can encompass a wide range of IT support and consulting. Spending benchmarks vary significantly within this sector based on the specific services provided.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to THE MIL CORPORATION, and there is no indication that small businesses were involved as subcontractors or partners in this specific delivery order.
Oversight & Accountability
The non-competitive nature of this award warrants further oversight to ensure the Department of State received fair value and that the justification for a sole-source award was robust.
Related Government Programs
- Other Computer Related Services
- Department of State Contracting
- Department of State Programs
Risk Flags
- Non-competitive award
- Lack of transparency in justification
- Potential for overpayment due to lack of competition
- Broad and undefined service category
Tags
other-computer-related-services, department-of-state, dc, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of State awarded $9.8 million to THE MIL CORPORATION. LOT B
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is THE MIL CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of State (Department of State).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $9.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-11-29. End: 2010-10-31.
What was the specific justification for awarding this contract non-competitively?
The provided data does not include the specific justification for the non-competitive award. Typically, sole-source contracts require a detailed explanation, such as a unique capability possessed by the vendor, an urgent need, or a follow-on requirement where only the original vendor can perform the work. Further investigation would be needed to ascertain the rationale.
How does the $9.8M cost compare to market rates for similar 'Other Computer Related Services'?
Without knowing the specific services rendered under 'Other Computer Related Services' and the labor hours involved, a direct cost comparison is challenging. However, the non-competitive nature suggests that a thorough market analysis or benchmark against similar competitively awarded contracts was likely not performed, potentially leading to a higher cost than if competition had been pursued.
What is the expected impact of these 'Other Computer Related Services' on the Department of State's mission effectiveness?
The data does not specify the exact services provided or their direct impact on the Department of State's mission. 'Other Computer Related Services' could range from IT support to specialized consulting. Understanding the specific deliverables and their contribution to the agency's objectives is crucial to assessing the effectiveness of this $9.8M investment.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NON-COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 4000 MITCHELLVILLE RD A21, BOWIE, MD, 20716
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $9,831,876
Exercised Options: $9,831,876
Current Obligation: $9,831,875
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS35F4670G
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-11-29
Current End Date: 2010-10-31
Potential End Date: 2010-10-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-11-25
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