VA awards $18.9M for U.S. Interment Flags to A2Z Medical & Safety Supply, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $18,904,819 ($18.9M)
Contractor: A2Z Medical & Safety Supply, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs
Start Date: 2012-10-01
End Date: 2017-09-30
Contract Duration: 1,825 days
Daily Burn Rate: $10.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 11
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE WITH ECONOMIC PRICE ADJUSTMENT
Sector: Other
Official Description: U.S. INTERMENT FLAGS
Place of Performance
Location: SANTA FE, SANTA FE County, NEW MEXICO, 87507
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Veterans Affairs obligated $18.9 million to A2Z MEDICAL & SAFETY SUPPLY, LLC for work described as: U.S. INTERMENT FLAGS Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single vendor, A2Z Medical & Safety Supply, LLC. 2. The contract spans 5 years, from October 2012 to September 2017. 3. The procurement method was 'Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources'. 4. The contract type is Fixed Price with Economic Price Adjustment. 5. The spending is categorized under 'All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills'.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $18.9M over 5 years suggests a moderate annual spend. Benchmarking against similar contracts for textile products would be necessary to assess pricing effectiveness, but specific comparable data is not provided.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The competition method 'Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources' is unusual and suggests potential limitations in the competitive landscape. This could impact price discovery and potentially lead to higher costs than a truly open competition.
Taxpayer Impact: The $18.9M awarded represents taxpayer funds. The effectiveness of the competition method in securing the best value for taxpayers is questionable.
Public Impact
Veterans will receive interment flags, a significant item for memorial services. The contract supports a specific vendor, A2Z Medical & Safety Supply, LLC. The Department of Veterans Affairs is the primary agency involved. The duration of the contract (5 years) indicates a long-term need for these supplies.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition method raises concerns about value.
- Fixed Price with Economic Price Adjustment can lead to cost increases.
- Lack of specific product details makes cost comparison difficult.
Positive Signals
- Contract awarded to support veterans' needs.
- Long-term contract provides supply stability.
- Specific vendor identified for accountability.
Sector Analysis
The contract falls under the 'All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills' category. Spending benchmarks for textile products can vary widely based on material, quantity, and complexity. Without more specific product details, it's difficult to benchmark this $18.9M spend effectively.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this contract award (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities were missed for small businesses in this procurement.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Veterans Affairs is responsible for oversight. The 'Exclusion of Sources' in the competition method warrants closer examination to ensure accountability and adherence to procurement regulations.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills
- Department of Veterans Affairs Contracting
- Department of Veterans Affairs Programs
Risk Flags
- Unusual competition method ('Exclusion of Sources').
- Potential for cost increases due to Economic Price Adjustment.
- Lack of detailed product specifications for benchmarking.
- No reported small business participation.
- Long contract duration without clear performance metrics.
Tags
all-other-miscellaneous-textile-product-, department-of-veterans-affairs, nm, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $18.9 million to A2Z MEDICAL & SAFETY SUPPLY, LLC. U.S. INTERMENT FLAGS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is A2Z MEDICAL & SAFETY SUPPLY, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Veterans Affairs (Department of Veterans Affairs).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $18.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2012-10-01. End: 2017-09-30.
What specific textile products were procured under this contract, and what were the unit costs?
The provided data identifies the contract as 'U.S. INTERMENT FLAGS' but lacks specific details on the type of flags, materials, or quantities. Without this granular information, calculating precise unit costs and comparing them to market benchmarks is impossible. This lack of detail hinders a thorough value assessment.
What was the justification for excluding sources in the 'Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources' method?
The justification for excluding sources is critical for understanding the competitive landscape. This method implies that while the competition was intended to be open, certain potential sources were deliberately excluded. Understanding the rationale behind these exclusions is key to assessing whether the competition was truly fair and if it maximized value for taxpayers.
How did the economic price adjustment clause impact the final cost of the interment flags over the contract's duration?
The 'Economic Price Adjustment' (EPA) clause allows for price changes based on economic factors, such as inflation or material cost fluctuations. To assess the contract's effectiveness, it's crucial to analyze how this EPA clause was applied and what impact it had on the total $18.9M expenditure. Understanding these adjustments is vital for evaluating the final cost and taxpayer impact.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Other Textile Product Mills › All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills
Product/Service Code: TEXTILE/LEATHER/FUR; TENT; FLAG
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: VA798S-12-R-0001
Offers Received: 11
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE WITH ECONOMIC PRICE ADJUSTMENT (K)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 7200 RIO DEL LUNA, SANTA FE, NM, 87507
Business Categories: Category Business, Hispanic American Owned Business, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Sole Proprietorship, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $18,904,819
Exercised Options: $18,904,819
Current Obligation: $18,904,819
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2012-10-01
Current End Date: 2017-09-30
Potential End Date: 2017-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2018-03-08
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