DOJ awards $2.06M for paralegal services to Forfeiture Support Associates LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $2,059,000 ($2.1M)
Contractor: Forfeiture Support Associates LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Justice
Start Date: 2022-10-01
End Date: 2026-09-30
Contract Duration: 1,460 days
Daily Burn Rate: $1.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: FY23 AFASS EOUSA TO 0286. PARALEGAL SERVICES.
Place of Performance
Location: HERNDON, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 20171
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Justice obligated $2.1 million to FORFEITURE SUPPORT ASSOCIATES LLC for work described as: FY23 AFASS EOUSA TO 0286. PARALEGAL SERVICES. Key points: 1. Contract value of $2.06M for paralegal services. 2. Awarded to Forfeiture Support Associates LLC. 3. Services provided to the Department of Justice, Offices, Boards and Divisions. 4. Contract duration is 4 years, from Oct 2022 to Sep 2026.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract is a Time and Materials type, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar paralegal service contracts is difficult without more specific service details.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the Time and Materials pricing structure may not be the most cost-effective for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are used for paralegal services supporting the Department of Justice's forfeiture operations.
Public Impact
Supports legal operations within the Department of Justice. Paralegal services are crucial for case processing and administrative tasks. Ensures continuity of support for forfeiture-related legal activities.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials pricing can lead to cost uncertainty.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes value assessment challenging.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Provides essential legal support services.
Sector Analysis
Legal services, specifically paralegal support, fall under professional, scientific, and technical services. Spending in this sector is driven by the needs of government agencies for specialized expertise and administrative assistance.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses had an opportunity to compete or if set-aside goals were considered.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would involve monitoring the contractor's performance, adherence to the Time and Materials contract terms, and ensuring the services provided meet the DOJ's requirements.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Legal Services
- Department of Justice Contracting
- Offices, Boards and Divisions Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials pricing.
- Lack of detailed service scope makes performance evaluation difficult.
- No indication of small business participation.
- Contract duration extends over multiple fiscal years.
Tags
all-other-legal-services, department-of-justice, va, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Justice awarded $2.1 million to FORFEITURE SUPPORT ASSOCIATES LLC. FY23 AFASS EOUSA TO 0286. PARALEGAL SERVICES.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is FORFEITURE SUPPORT ASSOCIATES LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Justice (Offices, Boards and Divisions).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $2.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2022-10-01. End: 2026-09-30.
What is the estimated hourly rate for paralegal services under this Time and Materials contract, and how does it compare to market rates?
The provided data does not specify the hourly rates for paralegal services. Time and Materials contracts typically have pre-negotiated rates for labor categories and markups for materials. A thorough review would require access to the contract's pricing details to compare against industry benchmarks for paralegal services in the relevant geographic area.
What specific forfeiture support tasks are included in this contract, and how is the necessity of these tasks being evaluated?
The contract specifies 'Paralegal Services' for 'Forfeiture Support'. While the general nature of the support is indicated, the specific tasks are not detailed in the provided summary. Effective oversight would require the DOJ to clearly define and track the necessity and completion of these tasks to ensure they align with operational needs and prevent scope creep.
How will the Department of Justice ensure cost control and value for money given the Time and Materials contract type?
The DOJ can ensure cost control by implementing robust monitoring of labor hours and material costs, establishing clear ceilings or limits within the contract, and conducting regular performance reviews. Comparing invoiced hours and costs against pre-defined benchmarks and requiring detailed justifications for all expenditures will be crucial for maximizing value.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Legal Services › All Other Legal Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Science Applications International Corporation
Address: 20110 ASHBROOK PL STE 220, ASHBURN, VA, 20147
Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $2,401,322
Exercised Options: $2,401,322
Current Obligation: $2,059,000
Actual Outlays: $1,536,746
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 3
Total Subaward Amount: $1,060,148
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 15JPSS20D00000271
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2022-10-01
Current End Date: 2026-09-30
Potential End Date: 2026-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-03-23
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