DoD awards $15.5M for base period support services to Axiom Resource Management, Inc

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $15,528,766 ($15.5M)

Contractor: Axiom Resource Management, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2009-09-29

End Date: 2014-06-30

Contract Duration: 1,735 days

Daily Burn Rate: $8.9K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE

Sector: Other

Official Description: BASE PERIOD SUPPORT SERVICES

Place of Performance

Location: FALLS CHURCH, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22042, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $15.5 million to AXIOM RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, INC. for work described as: BASE PERIOD SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Axiom Resource Management, Inc. for administrative and management consulting. 2. Full and open competition was utilized for this contract. 3. The contract duration is 1735 days. 4. The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar contracts for administrative management consulting services is difficult without more specific scope details.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

Full and open competition was used, which generally promotes competitive pricing. However, the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure may not always yield the lowest price compared to fixed-price contracts.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for consulting services, with the ultimate value dependent on the efficiency and effectiveness of the services provided.

Public Impact

Supports administrative and general management consulting services for the Department of the Army. Axiom Resource Management, Inc. is the contractor. The contract spans nearly five years. Funding is allocated through the Department of Defense. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 541611.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

  • Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type
  • Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data

Positive Signals

  • Full and open competition
  • Long-term contract providing stable support

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under administrative management and general management consulting services. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on agency needs and the complexity of the services required. Benchmarks are difficult without specific service details.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses, and the prime contractor, Axiom Resource Management, Inc., is not identified as a small business in this context. Therefore, direct small business participation is not evident from this award alone.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight would typically be managed by the contracting officer and the program office within the Department of the Army to ensure adherence to contract terms and performance standards. Accountability for cost and performance rests with Axiom Resource Management, Inc.

Related Government Programs

  • Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
  • Department of Defense Contracting
  • Department of the Army Programs

Risk Flags

  • Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type
  • Potential for cost overruns
  • Lack of detailed scope of work
  • Contract duration of nearly five years

Tags

administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-defense, va, do, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $15.5 million to AXIOM RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, INC.. BASE PERIOD SUPPORT SERVICES

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is AXIOM RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $15.5 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2009-09-29. End: 2014-06-30.

What specific management consulting services are being provided under this contract?

The provided data indicates the contract is for 'Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services' under NAICS code 541611. However, the specific deliverables, scope of work, and detailed services are not specified. Further details would be needed to understand the precise nature of the consulting provided and its direct impact on Army operations.

What are the potential risks associated with a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract for these services?

A Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract carries the risk of cost overruns if the contractor's costs exceed projections, as the government pays the actual costs plus a fixed fee. This structure can incentivize contractors to incur higher costs, potentially leading to less cost-consciousness compared to fixed-price contracts. Effective oversight is crucial to mitigate these risks.

How does the use of full and open competition impact the overall effectiveness and value for taxpayers?

Full and open competition generally enhances effectiveness and taxpayer value by fostering a competitive environment that encourages lower prices and higher quality services. It allows the government to select the best offer from a wide range of potential contractors, theoretically leading to a more efficient use of public funds and better outcomes.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesManagement, Scientific, and Technical Consulting ServicesAdministrative Management and General Management Consulting Services

Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT)PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Solicitation ID: W81XWH05R0004

Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 5203 LEESBURG PIKE STE 300, FALLS CHURCH, VA, 22041

Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $15,659,646

Exercised Options: $15,528,766

Current Obligation: $15,528,766

Contract Characteristics

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: W81XWH08D0024

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline

Start Date: 2009-09-29

Current End Date: 2014-06-30

Potential End Date: 2014-06-30 00:00:00

Last Modified: 2016-03-03

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