DoD's $25.4M Facility Operations Support Services Contract Awarded to PRIDE INDUSTRIES
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $25,449,793 ($25.4M)
Contractor: Pride Industries
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2013-03-29
End Date: 2013-10-31
Contract Duration: 216 days
Daily Burn Rate: $117.8K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: FACILITY OPERATION SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: FORT BLISS, EL PASO County, TEXAS, 79916, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $25.4 million to PRIDE INDUSTRIES for work described as: FACILITY OPERATION SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded for facility operations support services valued at $25.4M. 2. PRIDE INDUSTRIES is the sole contractor for this service. 3. The contract was awarded by the Department of Defense (Army) in Texas. 4. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price, with a duration of 216 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value of $25.4M for a 216-day period suggests a high daily rate. Without specific deliverables or scope, it's difficult to benchmark against similar contracts. The lack of available competition data further complicates a thorough value assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This contract was awarded as sole-source, meaning no competition was sought. This limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs for taxpayers. The justification for sole-source is not provided.
Taxpayer Impact: The sole-source nature of this award raises concerns about potential overspending and the efficient use of taxpayer funds.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may be paying a premium due to the lack of competitive bidding. The specific services provided under this contract are not detailed, making public understanding difficult. The long-term implications of sole-source awards on service quality and cost are a concern.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award
- Lack of competition
- High daily rate implied
- Limited transparency on services
Positive Signals
- Contract awarded to a single vendor
Sector Analysis
Facility operations support services fall under the broader category of facility management and maintenance. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on the type and size of facilities managed. Benchmarking is difficult without more specific service details.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication that small businesses were involved in this contract, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. The sole-source nature likely excluded potential small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source justification and lack of competitive bidding warrant further oversight to ensure the government received fair value and that this approach is not a pattern.
Related Government Programs
- Facilities Support Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition and potentially increases cost.
- Lack of transparency regarding the specific services provided.
- High implied daily rate requires further justification.
- No indication of small business participation.
- Limited duration may indicate a stop-gap measure or a need for future competitive procurement.
Tags
facilities-support-services, department-of-defense, tx, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $25.4 million to PRIDE INDUSTRIES. FACILITY OPERATION SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is PRIDE INDUSTRIES.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $25.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2013-03-29. End: 2013-10-31.
What was the specific justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis, and were any alternatives considered?
The provided data does not include the justification for the sole-source award. Typically, sole-source contracts are used when only one responsible source can provide the required supplies or services. Without this information, it's impossible to assess if this was the most appropriate procurement method or if taxpayer funds were used efficiently.
How does the per-unit cost or daily rate for these facility operations support services compare to industry benchmarks, given the contract value and duration?
The contract value of $25.4M over 216 days results in a daily rate of approximately $117,591. Without detailed scope of work, specific services rendered, or location-adjusted cost data, a direct comparison to industry benchmarks is challenging. However, this rate appears substantial and warrants scrutiny.
What specific performance metrics or service level agreements were included in this contract to ensure effectiveness and accountability?
The provided data does not specify performance metrics or service level agreements. For a contract of this value, robust performance standards are crucial to ensure the effective delivery of facility operations support services and to hold the contractor accountable for meeting expectations.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Facilities Support Services › Facilities Support Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: W911SG13R3012
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 10030 FOOTHILLS BLVD, ROSEVILLE, CA, 95747
Business Categories: AbilityOne Program Participant, Category Business, Corporate Entity Tax Exempt, Nonprofit Organization, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $25,449,793
Exercised Options: $25,449,793
Current Obligation: $25,449,793
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2013-03-29
Current End Date: 2013-10-31
Potential End Date: 2013-10-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2015-02-04
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