Interior's $3.6M Mailroom Services Contract Awarded to Anchor Mental Health Association Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $3,589,190 ($3.6M)
Contractor: Anchor Mental Health Association Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of the Interior
Start Date: 2023-12-29
End Date: 2026-12-31
Contract Duration: 1,098 days
Daily Burn Rate: $3.3K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: MAILROOM OPERATIONS SERVICES FOR OFFICE OF FACILITIES AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES (OFAS)
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20240
Plain-Language Summary
Department of the Interior obligated $3.6 million to ANCHOR MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION INC. for work described as: MAILROOM OPERATIONS SERVICES FOR OFFICE OF FACILITIES AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES (OFAS) Key points: 1. The contract value is $3,589,189.82 for mailroom operations. 2. The awardee is Anchor Mental Health Association Inc. 3. The contract is for services within the Department of the Interior, Office of Facilities and Administrative Services. 4. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 561499, 'All Other Business Support Services'.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
Pricing is not explicitly detailed or benchmarked against similar contracts. The 'NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION' status raises concerns about price discovery and potential overpayment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was not available for competition, indicating a limited approach. This lack of competition may hinder effective price discovery and potentially lead to higher costs for taxpayers.
Taxpayer Impact: The absence of competition suggests taxpayers may not be receiving the best possible price for these essential mailroom services.
Public Impact
Taxpayers are funding mailroom operations for a federal agency. The contract supports a specific business, Anchor Mental Health Association Inc. The duration of the contract is nearly three years. Services are being provided in the District of Columbia.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- No clear pricing benchmark
- Potential for inflated costs
Positive Signals
- Contract awarded to a specific organization
- Clear service description (mailroom operations)
Sector Analysis
Mailroom operations fall under general business support services. Benchmarking for this specific service is difficult without more detailed cost breakdowns or comparable contract data.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication that small businesses were considered or involved in this procurement, as the 'sb' field is false.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is a definitive contract, suggesting a clear agreement. However, the lack of competition warrants closer oversight to ensure fair pricing and effective service delivery.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Business Support Services
- Department of the Interior Contracting
- Departmental Offices Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of competitive bidding
- Potential for non-competitive pricing
- Limited transparency on cost justification
- No clear benchmark for value for money
Tags
all-other-business-support-services, department-of-the-interior, dc, definitive-contract, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of the Interior awarded $3.6 million to ANCHOR MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION INC.. MAILROOM OPERATIONS SERVICES FOR OFFICE OF FACILITIES AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES (OFAS)
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ANCHOR MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of the Interior (Departmental Offices).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $3.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-12-29. End: 2026-12-31.
What is the justification for awarding this contract without full and open competition?
The provided data states the contract was 'NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION'. A detailed justification would typically be required by federal acquisition regulations, outlining why full and open competition was not feasible or practicable. This could be due to specific requirements, existing infrastructure, or other unique circumstances that limit the pool of potential offerors.
How does the contract's price compare to industry standards for similar mailroom services?
Without specific pricing details or access to comparable contract data, it is impossible to benchmark this contract's price against industry standards. The lack of competition further complicates this assessment, as there is no competitive baseline to evaluate against. A thorough review would require access to detailed cost proposals and market research.
What measures are in place to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the mailroom services provided?
The contract type is 'FIRM FIXED PRICE', which incentivizes the contractor to perform efficiently to maintain profitability. However, the effectiveness and efficiency would also depend on performance standards, service level agreements (SLAs), and monitoring mechanisms outlined within the contract's statement of work, which are not detailed in the provided data.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Business Support Services › All Other Business Support Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 924 G ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC, 20001
Business Categories: AbilityOne Program Participant, Category Business, Corporate Entity Tax Exempt, Nonprofit Organization, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $6,081,655
Exercised Options: $3,589,190
Current Obligation: $3,589,190
Actual Outlays: $2,349,601
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-12-29
Current End Date: 2026-12-31
Potential End Date: 2028-12-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-01-28
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