Interior's USGS Awards $12.6K Student Service Contract to Adaline Ruff for Technical Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $12,583 ($12.6K)
Contractor: Adaline Louise Ruff
Awarding Agency: Department of the Interior
Start Date: 2026-06-01
End Date: 2028-05-31
Contract Duration: 730 days
Daily Burn Rate: $17/day
Competition Type: COMPETED UNDER SAP
Number of Offers Received: 29
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: Other
Official Description: STUDENT SERVICE CONTRACT ADALINE RUFF
Place of Performance
Location: BAGLEY, GRANT County, WISCONSIN, 53801
Plain-Language Summary
Department of the Interior obligated $12,582.6 to ADALINE LOUISE RUFF for work described as: STUDENT SERVICE CONTRACT ADALINE RUFF Key points: 1. Contract value is minimal ($12.6K), suggesting a small scope of work. 2. Competition method 'COMPETED UNDER SAP' indicates a streamlined process, potentially limiting broad market engagement. 3. Risk appears low due to the small contract value and short duration. 4. The sector is Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services, specifically 'All Other'.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $12,582.60 is very low, making direct pricing comparisons difficult. It's likely priced based on labor hours for a specific task.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was competed under SAP (Simplified Acquisition Procedures), which is intended for smaller purchases. While competed, the limited scope may not have attracted extensive competition.
Taxpayer Impact: The taxpayer impact is negligible given the small contract value.
Public Impact
Supports student engagement in federal technical services. Provides specialized professional services to the U.S. Geological Survey. Ensures continuity of specific technical tasks within the agency.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of detailed scope of work.
- Limited competition due to SAP.
- Potential for sole-source if SAP process was not fully leveraged.
Positive Signals
- Supports student workforce development.
- Utilizes a streamlined acquisition process.
- Addresses a specific technical need.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services. Spending in this sector can vary widely, but this specific contract is a very small portion, likely for niche support.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate if Adaline Ruff is a small business. The contract value is well within the threshold for small business set-asides, but it was competed under SAP.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would focus on ensuring the services rendered meet the requirements outlined in the purchase order and that the labor hours are accurately tracked and billed.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of the Interior Contracting
- U.S. Geological Survey Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for limited price discovery due to SAP.
- Lack of transparency on specific services rendered.
- Unknown if small business goals were considered.
- Contract duration exceeds the typical scope for such a small value.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-the-interior, wi, purchase-order, under-100k
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of the Interior awarded $12,582.6 to ADALINE LOUISE RUFF. STUDENT SERVICE CONTRACT ADALINE RUFF
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ADALINE LOUISE RUFF.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of the Interior (U.S. Geological Survey).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $12,582.6.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2026-06-01. End: 2028-05-31.
What specific technical services are being provided under this contract?
The contract title 'STUDENT SERVICE CONTRACT' and the NAICS code '541990' (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services) suggest the services are related to technical support or research assistance. However, the specific tasks, deliverables, and required expertise are not detailed in the provided data, making it impossible to ascertain the exact nature of the services.
What is the risk associated with the limited competition under SAP?
The risk with limited competition under SAP is that the government may not achieve the best possible price or quality. While SAP is efficient for small purchases, it can sometimes bypass the broader market outreach that leads to more competitive bids, potentially resulting in higher costs or less optimal service providers compared to a fully open competition.
How effective is this contract in achieving the USGS's mission objectives?
The effectiveness of this contract is difficult to assess without knowing the specific tasks it supports. If it provides critical, specialized student support that enables USGS scientists or researchers to advance their work, it could be highly effective. However, given the small value, its contribution is likely supplementary rather than mission-critical.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS, NOT R&D › SPECIAL STUDIES - NOT R and D
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETED UNDER SAP
Solicitation Procedures: SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION
Solicitation ID: 140G0226P0070
Offers Received: 29
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 3917 S SHORE DR, PORT REPUBLIC, MD, 20676
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business, Sole Proprietorship, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $12,583
Exercised Options: $12,583
Current Obligation: $12,583
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Timeline
Start Date: 2026-06-01
Current End Date: 2028-05-31
Potential End Date: 2028-05-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-07
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