Dod's $87.3M 'optional Brigade & Garrison Headquarters' Contract Awarded to Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $87,330,141 ($87.3M)
Contractor: Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2007-09-30
End Date: 2012-08-08
Contract Duration: 1,774 days
Daily Burn Rate: $49.2K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 12
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: OPTIONAL BRIGADE & GARRISON HEADQUARTERS
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $87.3 million to MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES for work described as: OPTIONAL BRIGADE & GARRISON HEADQUARTERS Key points: 1. The contract, valued at $87.3 million, was awarded under full and open competition. 2. The awardee is listed as 'MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES', raising questions about specific vendor accountability. 3. The contract duration was 1774 days, indicating a long-term need for these services. 4. The PSC code is missing, hindering detailed analysis of the specific goods or services procured.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value of $87.3 million for 'OPTIONAL BRIGADE & GARRISON HEADQUARTERS' is difficult to benchmark without a specific PSC code or detailed scope of work. The 'MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES' designation complicates direct comparison to domestic contracts.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded using full and open competition, suggesting a broad solicitation. However, the 'MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES' designation implies a lack of specific vendor identification, potentially impacting price discovery and ensuring the best value.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of taxpayer funds for a contract with vaguely identified foreign awardees warrants scrutiny to ensure efficiency and prevent potential misuse.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may be concerned about the lack of transparency regarding the specific foreign entities receiving these funds. The broad category of 'MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES' could obscure potential risks associated with foreign contractors. The long contract duration suggests a significant and ongoing commitment of resources. The absence of a specific Product Service Code (PSC) makes it challenging for the public to understand the exact nature of the services provided.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific awardee identification
- Vague contract description
- Missing PSC code
- Potential for reduced oversight due to foreign awardees
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under general government services, likely related to operational support or infrastructure for military brigades and garrisons. Benchmarking is difficult without a specific PSC, but large-scale support contracts can range significantly in cost depending on scope and location.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate any specific provisions or set-asides for small businesses. The award to 'MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES' suggests that small business participation was unlikely or not a primary consideration in this award.
Oversight & Accountability
The 'MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES' designation raises concerns about the effectiveness of oversight and accountability mechanisms. Tracking performance and ensuring compliance with contract terms may be more challenging with such a broad award category.
Related Government Programs
- New Housing For-Sale Builders
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific awardee information
- Vague contract description
- Missing Product Service Code (PSC)
- Potential for reduced competition due to broad award category
- Difficulty in ensuring accountability and oversight
Tags
new-housing-for-sale-builders, department-of-defense, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $87.3 million to MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES. OPTIONAL BRIGADE & GARRISON HEADQUARTERS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $87.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-09-30. End: 2012-08-08.
What specific services or goods were procured under this contract, and how was the value of $87.3 million determined to be fair and reasonable given the 'MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES' designation?
The provided data lacks the specificity to detail the exact services or goods. The 'MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES' designation complicates a fair and reasonable price determination. Without knowing the specific vendors, their overhead, labor rates, and the precise scope of work, it's impossible to validate the $87.3 million cost. Further investigation into the contract's detailed statement of work and the justification for using such a broad award category is necessary.
What are the potential risks associated with awarding a significant contract to 'MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES' without specific vendor identification, particularly concerning security and compliance
Awarding contracts to unidentified foreign entities introduces several risks. These include potential security vulnerabilities if sensitive information or access is granted, difficulties in enforcing compliance with U.S. regulations and ethical standards, challenges in dispute resolution, and a lack of accountability if performance issues arise. The 'MISCELLANEOUS' nature further obscures the ability to vet these entities, potentially exposing the Department of Defense to unknown risks.
How does the lack of a specific Product Service Code (PSC) impact the ability to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of this $87.3 million expenditure?
The absence of a PSC significantly hinders the assessment of this expenditure's effectiveness and efficiency. PSCs categorize the type of goods or services procured, allowing for comparison with similar contracts across the government and industry. Without this classification, analysts cannot benchmark costs, identify potential cost savings, track spending trends in specific areas, or evaluate whether the funds were used for their intended purpose in a cost-effective manner.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Residential Building Construction › New Housing For-Sale Builders
Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIES › CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: TWO STEP
Solicitation ID: W917PM07R0089
Offers Received: 12
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2011 CRYSTAL DR STE 911, ARLINGTON, VA, 08
Business Categories: Category Business, Foreign Owned, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $87,330,141
Exercised Options: $87,330,141
Current Obligation: $87,330,141
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-09-30
Current End Date: 2012-08-08
Potential End Date: 2012-08-08 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2014-07-30
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