GSA Awards $179 Contract for FBI Renovation Furniture to TEKNION LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $33,497 ($33.5K)
Contractor: Teknion LLC
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2022-01-28
End Date: 2026-04-20
Contract Duration: 1,543 days
Daily Burn Rate: $22/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: BPA CALL 47QSMA22F0018 WAS ISSUED IN THE AMT OF $179.00.THE QUOTE DATED 1-25-22 WAS SUBMITTED ACCORDING TO OPEN PLAN WORKSTATIONS TO PROVIDE FURNITURE & ANCILLARY SERVICES FOR THE RENOVATION OF HATTIESBURG, MS RA OF THE FBI.
Place of Performance
Location: HATTIESBURG, LAMAR County, MISSISSIPPI, 39402
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $33,497.3 to TEKNION LLC for work described as: BPA CALL 47QSMA22F0018 WAS ISSUED IN THE AMT OF $179.00.THE QUOTE DATED 1-25-22 WAS SUBMITTED ACCORDING TO OPEN PLAN WORKSTATIONS TO PROVIDE FURNITURE & ANCILLARY SERVICES FOR THE RENOVATION OF HATTIESBURG, MS RA OF THE FBI. Key points: 1. Contract awarded for furniture and ancillary services for FBI renovation. 2. TEKNION LLC is the contractor, with a contract value of $179.00. 3. The award was made under full and open competition. 4. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 337214 (Office Furniture Manufacturing).
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The stated award amount of $179.00 appears to be an administrative error or a placeholder, as the total contract value is significantly higher. A true valuation requires clarification of the initial award amount versus the total contract value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. However, the extremely low initial award amount raises questions about the accuracy of the data and the true price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: The actual taxpayer impact will depend on the total value of the BPA call and whether the pricing reflects fair market value after competitive bidding.
Public Impact
Supports FBI operational needs through facility upgrades. Ensures provision of necessary office furniture for renovated spaces. Potential for economic activity in the office furniture manufacturing sector.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Discrepancy in reported award amount vs. total contract value.
- Unclear if $179 represents a partial or initial payment.
- Potential for data entry errors affecting analysis.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Supports critical federal agency infrastructure.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the office furniture manufacturing sector. Spending benchmarks for this sector would typically involve larger contract values for comprehensive office outfitting projects.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved in this specific BPA call, either as prime contractors or subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The General Services Administration (GSA) managed this award through its Federal Acquisition Service. Oversight would involve ensuring compliance with procurement regulations and contract terms.
Related Government Programs
- Office Furniture (except Wood) Manufacturing
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Data integrity concerns regarding award amount.
- Potential for misrepresentation of contract value.
- Lack of clarity on the $179.00 figure's purpose.
- Need for reconciliation of reported figures.
Tags
office-furniture-except-wood-manufacturi, general-services-administration, ms, bpa-call, under-100k
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $33,497.3 to TEKNION LLC. BPA CALL 47QSMA22F0018 WAS ISSUED IN THE AMT OF $179.00.THE QUOTE DATED 1-25-22 WAS SUBMITTED ACCORDING TO OPEN PLAN WORKSTATIONS TO PROVIDE FURNITURE & ANCILLARY SERVICES FOR THE RENOVATION OF HATTIESBURG, MS RA OF THE FBI.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is TEKNION LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $33,497.3.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2022-01-28. End: 2026-04-20.
What is the accurate total value of BPA Call 47QSMA22F0018, and how does the $179.00 figure relate to it?
The provided data indicates a total contract value of $33,497.30, with an initial reported award of $179.00. The $179.00 likely represents an initial administrative entry, a specific line item, or a placeholder, rather than the full value of the BPA call. Clarification is needed to reconcile these figures for accurate financial analysis.
What are the risks associated with the apparent discrepancy in the contract's reported award amount?
The primary risk is inaccurate financial reporting and analysis. If the $179.00 is not properly contextualized, it could lead to misinterpretations of contract value, procurement efficiency, and potential waste. It also raises concerns about data integrity and the reliability of the procurement system's reporting.
How effectively does the full and open competition method ensure value for this FBI renovation furniture contract?
Full and open competition is designed to ensure the best value by soliciting offers from all responsible sources. While the method itself is sound, the apparent data discrepancy for this specific contract makes it difficult to assess if the final price achieved through competition truly represents optimal value for the taxpayer.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Office Furniture (including Fixtures) Manufacturing › Office Furniture (except Wood) Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: FURNITURE
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 350 FELLOWSHIP RD, MOUNT LAUREL, NJ, 08054
Business Categories: Category Business, Foreign-Owned and U.S.-Incorporated Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Manufacturer of Goods, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $33,497
Exercised Options: $33,497
Current Obligation: $33,497
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS31Q17BUA0001
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2022-01-28
Current End Date: 2026-04-20
Potential End Date: 2026-04-20 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-08
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