DoDEA Spends $20M on Kaiserslautern Schools Maintenance with SKE Technical Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $20,033,327 ($20.0M)
Contractor: SKE Technical Services Gmbh
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2011-02-26
End Date: 2012-02-29
Contract Duration: 368 days
Daily Burn Rate: $54.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: GERMANY SCHOOLS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM KAISERSLAUTERN DISTRICT
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $20.0 million to SKE TECHNICAL SERVICES GMBH for work described as: GERMANY SCHOOLS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM KAISERSLAUTERN DISTRICT Key points: 1. Contract awarded to SKE Technical Services GmbH for $20.3M. 2. Services fall under Facilities Support Services (NAICS 561210). 3. Full and open competition was utilized. 4. Contract duration was 368 days. 5. No small business participation noted.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $20.3M for a 368-day period appears high for facilities support services. Benchmarking against similar contracts is needed to assess pricing effectiveness.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the final award price relative to initial estimates is not provided, impacting price discovery assessment.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used for this contract. The value suggests a significant investment in school maintenance, the effectiveness of which requires further scrutiny.
Public Impact
Ensures operational readiness and safety of educational facilities for military-connected students. Supports the quality of the learning environment through essential maintenance. Potential for cost savings if services were procured more competitively or at lower rates.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- High contract value for a single year of service.
- Lack of small business participation.
- Limited duration may indicate a temporary need or a contract vehicle limitation.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Services are critical for educational infrastructure.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the facilities support services sector, which is crucial for maintaining government infrastructure. Spending benchmarks for similar services vary widely based on location, scope, and contract type.
Small Business Impact
The contract data indicates no small business participation (sb: false). This suggests that opportunities for small businesses in providing facilities support services for DoD schools were either not pursued or not met.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is responsible for this contract. Oversight would involve ensuring SKE Technical Services met all performance requirements and that the pricing was justified throughout the contract period.
Related Government Programs
- Facilities Support Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of Defense Education Activity Programs
Risk Flags
- High cost relative to contract duration.
- Lack of small business involvement.
- Limited contract duration may indicate potential for future re-competition or contract modifications.
- Absence of detailed performance metrics or award justification.
Tags
facilities-support-services, department-of-defense, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $20.0 million to SKE TECHNICAL SERVICES GMBH. GERMANY SCHOOLS MAINTENANCE PROGRAM KAISERSLAUTERN DISTRICT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SKE TECHNICAL SERVICES GMBH.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of Defense Education Activity).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $20.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-02-26. End: 2012-02-29.
What was the competitive landscape like during the bidding process for this contract?
The contract was awarded under 'full and open competition,' indicating that all responsible sources were permitted to submit bids. However, the specific number of bidders and the range of bids received are not detailed in the provided data. This limits a full assessment of the competitive intensity and whether the chosen vendor offered the best value.
How does the per-unit cost of maintenance services compare to industry benchmarks?
Without specific line-item details on the services provided and their associated costs, a direct per-unit cost comparison to industry benchmarks is not feasible. The total contract value of $20.3M for 368 days is substantial, suggesting a need for detailed cost analysis against similar facilities support contracts in the region to determine cost-effectiveness.
What is the long-term impact of this contract on the educational infrastructure at Kaiserslautern?
This contract addresses immediate maintenance needs, ensuring the facilities remain operational and safe for students and staff. However, its short duration (368 days) implies it may be a short-term solution or part of a larger, multi-year maintenance strategy. The long-term impact depends on the quality of work performed and whether it contributes to the overall sustainability and modernization of the school infrastructure.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Facilities Support Services › Facilities Support Services
Product/Service Code: UTILITIES AND HOUSEKEEPING › HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: HE128008R0006
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Control Y Montajes Industriales Cymi SA (UEI: 275244358)
Address: WURZBURGER STR. 9-11, KARLSTADT
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $20,033,327
Exercised Options: $20,033,327
Current Obligation: $20,033,327
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HE128008D0025
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-02-26
Current End Date: 2012-02-29
Potential End Date: 2012-02-29 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2013-10-10
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