DoD awards $41.6M for Security Guards and Patrol Services to GARDAWORLD FEDERAL SERVICES LLC under full and open competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $41,618,436 ($41.6M)
Contractor: Gardaworld Federal Services LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2017-03-29
End Date: 2020-05-30
Contract Duration: 1,158 days
Daily Burn Rate: $35.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $41.6 million to GARDAWORLD FEDERAL SERVICES LLC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF Key points: 1. The contract value of $41.6M over 3 years is substantial for security services. 2. GARDAWORLD FEDERAL SERVICES LLC secured this contract through full and open competition. 3. The firm fixed price contract type helps mitigate cost overrun risks. 4. This spending falls within the Security Guards and Patrol Services sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract was awarded via a delivery order under a larger contract, suggesting a competitive process. The firm fixed price structure provides cost certainty.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating a robust price discovery process. This method generally leads to more competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were utilized through a competitive process, aiming for value for money in security services.
Public Impact
Ensures security for Department of the Army facilities and personnel. Supports a private sector company providing essential government services. The contract duration of nearly 3 years indicates ongoing security needs.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for price creep if scope changes significantly.
- Dependence on a single contractor for critical security functions.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Firm fixed price contract type.
- Long-term contract indicates sustained need and potential for stable service.
Sector Analysis
This contract is within the Security Guards and Patrol Services sector, which is a common area of government spending for physical security. Benchmarks for this sector vary widely based on location and service level.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was awarded to GARDAWORLD FEDERAL SERVICES LLC, a large business. There is no explicit information on small business subcontracting in the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The award was a delivery order, suggesting it was part of a larger indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract or similar vehicle. Oversight would typically be managed by the contracting officer's representative (COR) at the Department of the Army.
Related Government Programs
- Security Guards and Patrol Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.
- Potential for sole-source extension if not re-competed.
- Dependence on a single vendor for critical security functions.
Tags
security-guards-and-patrol-services, department-of-defense, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $41.6 million to GARDAWORLD FEDERAL SERVICES LLC. IGF::OT::IGF
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GARDAWORLD FEDERAL SERVICES 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 $41.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2017-03-29. End: 2020-05-30.
What was the competitive landscape like for this specific delivery order, and did multiple bids result in the final award?
While the original contract vehicle was awarded under full and open competition, the specifics of the bidding for this particular delivery order are not detailed. However, the 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION' designation suggests that multiple qualified vendors had the opportunity to bid, and the award was made to the best value offer, implying a competitive process for this order as well.
Are there any performance metrics or quality assurance measures in place to ensure the effectiveness of the security services provided by GARDAWORLD?
The provided data does not explicitly detail performance metrics or quality assurance measures. However, standard government contracting practice includes a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) responsible for monitoring contractor performance and ensuring services meet the contract's requirements. The firm fixed price nature also incentivizes the contractor to meet performance standards to avoid penalties or non-payment.
How does the per-unit cost of these security services compare to similar contracts awarded by the Department of Defense or other federal agencies?
Without specific details on the services rendered (e.g., number of guards, hours, specific security measures), a direct per-unit cost comparison is difficult. The total award of $41.6 million over 1158 days averages to approximately $35,940 per day. Benchmarking would require detailed service descriptions and comparison with contracts for similar security needs in comparable geographic locations.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Investigation and Security Services › Security Guards and Patrol Services
Product/Service Code: TRANSPORT, TRAVEL, RELOCATION › TRANSPORTATION OF THINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: BC Partners LLP
Address: 1760 OLD MEADOW RD STE 400, MCLEAN, VA, 22102
Business Categories: Category Business, Foreign Owned, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $41,618,436
Exercised Options: $41,618,436
Current Obligation: $41,618,436
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: SERVICES PURSUANT TO FAR 12.102(G)
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W52P1J11D0082
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2017-03-29
Current End Date: 2020-05-30
Potential End Date: 2020-05-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2023-09-25
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