Treasury's IRS Spends $51M on Security Guards via Full & Open Competition

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $51,198,322 ($51.2M)

Contractor: E & a Protective Services-Bravo, LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of the Treasury

Start Date: 2011-02-01

End Date: 2016-03-31

Contract Duration: 1,885 days

Daily Burn Rate: $27.2K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Number of Offers Received: 14

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: AREA 1 CONSOLIDATED GUARD CONTRACT

Place of Performance

Location: FLORENCE, BOONE County, KENTUCKY, 41042

State: Kentucky Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of the Treasury obligated $51.2 million to E & A PROTECTIVE SERVICES-BRAVO, LLC for work described as: AREA 1 CONSOLIDATED GUARD CONTRACT Key points: 1. Contract awarded to E & A Protective Services-Bravo, LLC for $51.2M. 2. Utilized Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources, indicating a competitive process. 3. The contract spans over 5 years, from 2011 to 2016. 4. Sector is Security Guards and Patrol Services (NAICS 561612).

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The contract's firm fixed price structure suggests predictable costs. Benchmarking against similar contracts for security services would provide a clearer picture of value.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The 'Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources' method implies a competitive bidding process was used, aiming for the best value. This approach generally leads to better price discovery than sole-source or limited competition.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award suggests taxpayers likely received a fair price for the security services rendered.

Public Impact

Ensures security for IRS facilities and personnel. Supports federal agency operations through essential protective services. Contract duration of over 5 years provides stability for service provision.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of specific performance metrics or quality data.
Potential for price creep if contract terms are not strictly managed.

Positive Signals

Competitive award process.
Firm fixed price contract type.

Sector Analysis

The security services sector, particularly for government contracts, is competitive. Spending benchmarks vary widely based on location, service level, and contract duration.

Small Business Impact

The contract was awarded to E & A Protective Services-Bravo, LLC, and it is noted that small business participation (sb) was false. Further analysis is needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities were offered to small businesses.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded through a competitive process, suggesting some level of oversight. However, detailed information on ongoing performance monitoring and accountability mechanisms is not provided.

Related Government Programs

Security Guards and Patrol Services
Department of the Treasury Contracting
Internal Revenue Service Programs

Risk Flags

Contract duration is long (over 5 years).
Small business participation is marked as false.
Limited detail on performance metrics and oversight.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of the Treasury awarded $51.2 million to E & A PROTECTIVE SERVICES-BRAVO, LLC. AREA 1 CONSOLIDATED GUARD CONTRACT

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is E & A PROTECTIVE SERVICES-BRAVO, LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of the Treasury (Internal Revenue Service).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $51.2 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2011-02-01. End: 2016-03-31.

What was the average annual cost per year for this contract?

The total contract value was $51,198,321.53 over approximately 1885 days (about 5.16 years). Dividing the total value by the duration in years gives an approximate annual cost of $9.92 million. This figure represents the average annual expenditure for security services.

Were there any performance issues or contract modifications that impacted the final cost?

The provided data does not detail any performance issues or contract modifications. A firm fixed price contract generally aims to lock in costs, but modifications can occur for scope changes or unforeseen circumstances. Without further documentation, it's impossible to assess the impact on the final cost.

How does the cost compare to industry benchmarks for similar security services?

Benchmarking this contract's cost requires detailed comparison with similar government contracts for security guards and patrol services, considering factors like geographic location (Kentucky), service level, and contract duration. The provided data lacks specific metrics for such a comparison.

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: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Offers Received: 14

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 17959 STE B DUMFRIES SHOPPING CTR, DUMFRIES, VA, 22026

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, SBA Certified 8 a Joint Venture, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business, Woman Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $51,198,322

Exercised Options: $51,198,322

Current Obligation: $51,198,322

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Timeline