VA Awards $3.4M for Project Management Support Services to Andrew Morgan, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $3,417,801 ($3.4M)
Contractor: Andrew Morgan, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs
Start Date: 2023-09-29
End Date: 2025-02-20
Contract Duration: 510 days
Daily Burn Rate: $6.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 31
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: PROJECT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES AND RELATED TECHNICAL SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20006
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Veterans Affairs obligated $3.4 million to ANDREW MORGAN, LLC for work described as: PROJECT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES AND RELATED TECHNICAL SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded for project management and technical services. 2. Andrew Morgan, LLC is the prime contractor. 3. The contract has a duration of 510 days. 4. The award falls under 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services'.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $3.4M for 510 days suggests a daily rate of approximately $6,690. This appears high compared to industry benchmarks for general project management support, warranting further scrutiny of the specific services provided.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded using full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing. However, the specific pricing details and the number of bids received are not provided, making it difficult to fully assess price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential project management and technical support services. The value assessment will determine the efficiency of this spending.
Public Impact
Ensures continuity of project management and technical support for VA initiatives. Supports the VA's mission by providing necessary expertise. Potential for improved project outcomes due to dedicated support.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 67 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for high per-unit cost given the daily rate.
- Lack of detailed service breakdown makes value assessment difficult.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports critical VA operations.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional, scientific, and technical services, a broad category. Benchmarks for project management support services can vary significantly based on complexity and required expertise. The $3.4M value over 17 months suggests a substantial need for these services within the VA.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses (ss: false, sb: false). Therefore, small businesses were likely not the primary focus of this specific award, though they may participate as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Veterans Affairs is the contracting agency. Oversight would typically involve contract performance monitoring, deliverable reviews, and financial accountability measures to ensure services meet requirements and funds are used appropriately.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Veterans Affairs Contracting
- Department of Veterans Affairs Programs
Risk Flags
- High potential daily rate requires justification.
- Lack of detailed service scope.
- Limited insight into competitive bidding outcomes.
- No small business participation noted.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-veterans-affairs, dc, definitive-contract, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $3.4 million to ANDREW MORGAN, LLC. PROJECT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES AND RELATED TECHNICAL SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ANDREW MORGAN, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Veterans Affairs (Department of Veterans Affairs).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $3.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-09-29. End: 2025-02-20.
What specific project management and technical services are included in this contract to justify the estimated daily rate?
The provided data lacks specific details on the services rendered. A thorough review of the contract's statement of work (SOW) is necessary to understand the scope, complexity, and specialized skills required. This would allow for a more accurate comparison against industry standards for similar project management and technical support roles.
How competitive was the bidding process for this full and open competition contract?
While the contract was awarded under full and open competition, the number of bids received and the range of proposed prices are not detailed. Understanding the level of competition is crucial to assessing whether the government received the best possible value. Further investigation into the solicitation details would clarify the competitive landscape.
What is the expected impact of these project management services on the effectiveness of VA projects?
Effective project management is critical for the successful execution of any initiative. By securing dedicated support services, the VA aims to improve project planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. This should lead to better resource allocation, risk mitigation, and ultimately, the timely and successful completion of VA projects.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: 36C24522R0102
Offers Received: 31
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 6850 RICHMOND HWY APT 155, ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22306
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, HUBZone Firm, Limited Liability Corporation, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $11,133,939
Exercised Options: $3,417,801
Current Obligation: $3,417,801
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-09-29
Current End Date: 2025-02-20
Potential End Date: 2025-02-20 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-03-06
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