DoD awards $15.4M for SBIR Support Services to PHACIL, LLC under full and open competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $15,395,311 ($15.4M)
Contractor: Phacil, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2007-08-31
End Date: 2013-05-31
Contract Duration: 2,100 days
Daily Burn Rate: $7.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: SBIR SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: CAMDEN, CAMDEN County, NEW JERSEY, 08103, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $15.4 million to PHACIL, LLC for work described as: SBIR SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded to PHACIL, LLC for administrative management and general management consulting services. 2. The contract utilized full and open competition after exclusion of sources. 3. The contract duration was 2100 days, spanning from 2007 to 2013. 4. The total award amount was $15,395,311.28. 5. The NAICS code 541611 indicates a focus on management consulting.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract was awarded on a Time and Materials basis, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The total award amount of $15.4M over approximately 5.75 years suggests a moderate annual spend.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES,' indicating a competitive process but with specific source exclusions. This method aims for fair pricing but the exclusions could limit the pool of bidders.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used for management consulting services, with the final cost determined through a competitive bidding process.
Public Impact
Provides essential support services to the Department of the Army. The contract duration suggests a long-term need for these consulting services. The use of Time and Materials pricing requires diligent oversight to ensure cost-effectiveness. Awarded by the Department of Defense, indicating a focus on national security or defense-related operations.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials pricing can lead to cost escalation.
- The 'exclusion of sources' in competition may limit optimal pricing.
- Long contract duration (2100 days) requires sustained oversight.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Services provided to a key government agency (DoD).
- Clear NAICS code for defined services.
Sector Analysis
The contract falls under administrative management and general management consulting services, a common area of government spending. Benchmarks for this sector vary widely based on the specific services and duration, but $15.4M over nearly 6 years is a significant award.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in this contract, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. Further investigation would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The long duration of the contract necessitates robust oversight mechanisms to ensure performance standards are met and costs remain within reasonable bounds. The 'exclusion of sources' clause warrants scrutiny to ensure it was justified.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials pricing.
- Limited competition due to 'exclusion of sources'.
- Lack of transparency on small business participation.
- Long contract duration requires sustained oversight.
- Need for justification of excluded sources.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-defense, nj, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $15.4 million to PHACIL, LLC. SBIR SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is PHACIL, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $15.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-08-31. End: 2013-05-31.
What was the specific nature of the SBIR support services provided by PHACIL, LLC?
The contract specifies 'Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services' under NAICS code 541611. This suggests services related to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of management operations, potentially including strategic planning, organizational development, process improvement, and administrative support for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) programs within the Department of the Army.
How did the 'exclusion of sources' impact the final pricing and competition for this contract?
While awarded under 'full and open competition,' the exclusion of certain sources implies that only a subset of potential bidders were eligible. This could have limited the competitive landscape, potentially leading to higher prices than if all qualified sources had been allowed to bid. The justification for these exclusions is critical for assessing fairness and value.
What mechanisms were in place to control costs given the Time and Materials (T&M) contract type?
Given the T&M contract type, effective oversight would have been crucial. This likely involved detailed monitoring of labor hours, rates, and material costs, along with performance metrics to ensure the contractor was delivering value. Without specific details on oversight, it's difficult to definitively assess cost control effectiveness.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT › OTHER RESEARCH/DEVELOPMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: W911NF07R0010
Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: ACIN CAMDEN CENTER, CAMDEN, NJ, 08103
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Hispanic American Owned Business, HUBZone Firm, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $15,404,518
Exercised Options: $15,404,518
Current Obligation: $15,395,311
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-08-31
Current End Date: 2013-05-31
Potential End Date: 2013-05-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2015-12-15
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