DoD Awards $73M for Communications-Electronics Services to Janus Research Group, Inc

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $73,172,937 ($73.2M)

Contractor: Janus Research Group, LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2003-12-19

End Date: 2008-12-31

Contract Duration: 1,839 days

Daily Burn Rate: $39.8K/day

Competition Type: NOT COMPETED

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS

Sector: IT

Official Description: 200408!025190!2100!W15P7T!USA COMMUNICATIONS-ELECTRONICS !DAAB0703AD642 !A!N! !N!0002 ! !20031219!20050203!036857050!036857050!036857050!N!JANUS RESEARCH GROUP, INC !6504 RESERVOIR RD !APPLING !GA!30802!24480!025!34!FORT MONMOUTH !MONMOUTH !NEW JERSEY!+000001171004!N!N!000000000000!D301!ADP FACILITY OPERATION & MAINTENANCE SERVICES !A7 !ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION EQUIP !000 !* !541513!E! !7! ! ! ! ! !99990909!C!E!N!N!Z!D!U!J!1!001! ! !Z!N!Z! ! !Y!A!Y!N!D! ! ! !A!A!00 !A!B!N! ! ! ! ! ! !0001! !

Place of Performance

Location: APPLING, COLUMBIA County, GEORGIA, 30802

State: Georgia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $73.2 million to JANUS RESEARCH GROUP, LLC for work described as: 200408!025190!2100!W15P7T!USA COMMUNICATIONS-ELECTRONICS !DAAB0703AD642 !A!N! !N!0002 ! !20031219!20050203!036857050!036857050!036857050!N!JANUS RESEARCH GROUP, INC !6504 RESERVOIR RD !APPLING !GA!30802!24480!025!34!FORT MONMOUTH !MONM… Key points: 1. Contract awarded for facility operation and maintenance services. 2. Significant value of $73.17 million over its period of performance. 3. Awarded as a sole-source contract, raising questions about competition. 4. Services fall under IT and Electronics and Communication Equipment sectors.

Value Assessment

Rating: questionable

The contract value of $73.17 million is substantial. Without comparable contracts for similar services, it's difficult to assess if this pricing is competitive or represents good value.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: sole-source

This contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs for taxpayers.

Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition may result in the government paying more than necessary for these services, impacting taxpayer funds.

Public Impact

Taxpayers may be overpaying due to the absence of competitive bidding. The Department of Defense relies on these services for critical communications and electronics. The long duration of the contract (over 5 years) means sustained potential overpayment. Lack of transparency in the procurement process could mask inefficiencies.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Sole-source award
Lack of competition
Potential for overpayment

Positive Signals

Awarded to a specific company for specialized services
Long-term contract provides stability for services

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the IT and Electronics and Communication Equipment sectors. Spending in these areas is critical for defense operations, but competitive bidding is crucial to ensure cost-effectiveness.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate any specific provisions or considerations for small businesses in this sole-source award.

Oversight & Accountability

The sole-source nature of this award warrants further oversight to ensure the government is receiving fair value and that the justification for not competing is sound.

Related Government Programs

Computer Facilities Management Services
Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Army Programs

Risk Flags

Lack of competition
Potential for inflated pricing
Limited transparency
No clear value assessment due to sole-source nature

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $73.2 million to JANUS RESEARCH GROUP, LLC. 200408!025190!2100!W15P7T!USA COMMUNICATIONS-ELECTRONICS !DAAB0703AD642 !A!N! !N!0002 ! !20031219!20050203!036857050!036857050!036857050!N!JANUS RESEARCH GROUP, INC !6504 RESERVOIR RD !APPLING !GA!30802!24480!025!34!FORT MONMOUTH !MONMOUTH !NEW JERSEY!+000001171004!N!N!000000000000!D301!ADP FACILITY OPERATION & MAINTENANCE SERVICES !A7 !ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION EQUIP !000 !* !541513!E! !7! ! ! ! ! !999

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is JANUS RESEARCH GROUP, 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 $73.2 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2003-12-19. End: 2008-12-31.

What was the specific justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis?

The justification for a sole-source award typically involves unique capabilities, urgent needs, or a lack of other responsible sources. Without the specific justification documentation, it's impossible to determine the exact reasoning. This information is crucial for understanding why competition was bypassed and if the decision was appropriate.

How does the per-unit cost of these services compare to industry benchmarks?

As a 'Time and Materials' contract without specific labor categories or rates detailed in this summary, a direct per-unit cost comparison is not feasible. Benchmarking would require detailed cost data and comparison with similar service contracts in the market. The lack of this information makes it difficult to assess cost-effectiveness.

What are the performance metrics and quality assurance measures in place for this contract?

The provided data does not detail the performance metrics or quality assurance measures. For a contract of this value and duration, robust oversight mechanisms are essential to ensure the contractor meets service level agreements and delivers high-quality support for critical communications and electronics infrastructure.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Facilities Management Services

Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED

Solicitation Procedures: SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION

Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)

Contractor Details

Address: 6504 RESERVOIR RD, APPLING, GA, 30802

Business Categories: Category Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations, Woman Owned Business

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: DAAB0703AD642

IDV Type: IDC

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