DOJ's $10.7M Management Consulting Contract Awarded to BearingPoint, LLC Under Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $10,691,514 ($10.7M)
Contractor: Bearingpoint, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Justice
Start Date: 2006-04-12
End Date: 2009-04-30
Contract Duration: 1,114 days
Daily Burn Rate: $9.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: NOT REPORTED
Sector: Other
Official Description: BUSINESS PROCESS IMPROVEMENT SUPPORT FOR FINANCE STAFF
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20530
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Justice obligated $10.7 million to BEARINGPOINT, LLC for work described as: BUSINESS PROCESS IMPROVEMENT SUPPORT FOR FINANCE STAFF Key points: 1. Contract awarded to BearingPoint, LLC for business process improvement support. 2. Totaling $10.7 million, the contract aims to enhance finance staff operations. 3. Competition method was 'Full and Open', suggesting a competitive bidding process. 4. The sector is administrative management and general management consulting services. 5. No small business participation was reported.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $10.7 million for administrative management consulting services appears within a reasonable range for a multi-year engagement. Benchmarking against similar large-scale consulting projects would provide a clearer assessment of its value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under 'Full and Open Competition', indicating that multiple vendors were eligible to bid. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and allows the government to select the best value offer.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are utilized for professional services aimed at improving government financial operations, with the expectation of increased efficiency and cost savings in the long run.
Public Impact
Enhances efficiency of DOJ's finance staff through process improvements. Supports critical administrative functions within the Department of Justice. Potential for improved financial management and reporting accuracy.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of reported small business participation.
- No specific performance metrics or outcomes detailed in the provided data.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Focus on business process improvement.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the administrative management and general management consulting services sector, which is crucial for optimizing government operations. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on agency needs and project scope.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract did not involve small business participation. Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities for small businesses were overlooked or if the nature of the services did not lend itself to their involvement.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Justice, suggesting internal oversight mechanisms are in place. However, details on specific oversight activities or performance monitoring are not provided.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Justice Contracting
- Offices, Boards and Divisions Programs
Risk Flags
- No small business participation.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Potential for vendor lock-in.
- Unclear long-term taxpayer benefit without outcome data.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-justice, dc, bpa, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Justice awarded $10.7 million to BEARINGPOINT, LLC. BUSINESS PROCESS IMPROVEMENT SUPPORT FOR FINANCE STAFF
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BEARINGPOINT, 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 $10.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-04-12. End: 2009-04-30.
What specific business processes were targeted for improvement, and what were the measurable outcomes?
The provided data does not specify the exact business processes targeted for improvement. To assess the contract's value, details on the scope of work, such as process mapping, re-engineering, and implementation of new financial systems or workflows, would be necessary. Measurable outcomes, like reduced processing times, error rates, or cost savings, are also absent and crucial for evaluating effectiveness.
Were there any identified risks associated with the vendor's performance or the project's execution?
The provided data does not explicitly list any risks associated with BearingPoint, LLC's performance or the project's execution. However, general risks in consulting engagements include scope creep, vendor lock-in, resistance to change from staff, and failure to achieve desired improvements. A thorough risk assessment would typically be part of the procurement process.
How does the cost of this contract compare to similar consulting engagements for federal agencies?
Benchmarking the $10.7 million cost against similar administrative management consulting contracts for federal agencies is challenging without more specific details on the scope and duration. However, for a multi-year engagement supporting a large agency like the DOJ, this figure could be considered within a typical range, assuming comprehensive services are delivered.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Pricing Type: NOT REPORTED (NO)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Bearingpoint, Inc. (UEI: 014097146)
Address: 1676 INTERNATIONAL DR, MC LEAN, VA, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 01F0354
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-04-12
Current End Date: 2009-04-30
Last Modified: 2009-10-17
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