GSA awards $4,847 for FIST KIT, including stationery and writing supplies, via full and open competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $4,847 ($4.8K)
Contractor: JL Darling, LLC
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2026-04-11
End Date: 2026-04-22
Contract Duration: 11 days
Daily Burn Rate: $441/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE WITH ECONOMIC PRICE ADJUSTMENT
Sector: Other
Official Description: FIST KIT - TAN CASE, NOTEBOOKS, PRINTER PAPER, MARKERS & PENS, J.L. DARLING CORP P/N FIST4T-KIT
Place of Performance
Location: FIFE, PIERCE County, WASHINGTON, 98424
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $4,847.34 to JL DARLING, LLC for work described as: FIST KIT - TAN CASE, NOTEBOOKS, PRINTER PAPER, MARKERS & PENS, J.L. DARLING CORP P/N FIST4T-KIT Key points: 1. The contract for FIST KITs, containing stationery and writing supplies, was awarded to JL Darling, LLC. 2. Spending on this specific kit is relatively low, making broad sector comparisons difficult. 3. The primary risk appears to be the potential for price increases due to the economic price adjustment clause. 4. This purchase falls under the Stationery Product Manufacturing sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The price of $4,847.34 for a FIST KIT seems high for the listed components. Benchmarking against similar office supply contracts or individual component costs would be necessary for a definitive assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. However, the specific impact on price discovery for this niche kit is unclear without more data.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are used for office supplies. The economic price adjustment clause introduces potential for future cost increases, impacting the total taxpayer outlay.
Public Impact
Ensures availability of essential field operation supplies for government personnel. Supports a specific manufacturing sector through procurement. The economic price adjustment clause could lead to higher costs for taxpayers if inflation rises significantly.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 100 / 10
Warning Flags
- Economic price adjustment clause may increase costs.
- Limited data on per-unit cost for components.
- Small business participation not indicated.
Positive Signals
- Awarded via full and open competition.
- Contract duration is relatively short.
- Clear product identification (P/N FIST4T-KIT).
Sector Analysis
This purchase falls under the Stationery Product Manufacturing (NAICS 322230) sector. Spending benchmarks for this specific type of kit are not readily available, but general office supply spending can be substantial across government agencies.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this specific award (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to understand the overall small business utilization within the Federal Acquisition Service for similar procurements.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the General Services Administration (GSA) through its Federal Acquisition Service, which typically adheres to established procurement regulations. Oversight would focus on the administration of the BPA call and the justification for the economic price adjustment.
Related Government Programs
- Stationery Product Manufacturing
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Economic Price Adjustment (EPA) clause.
- Lack of detailed component cost breakdown.
- No indication of small business participation.
- Potential for price increases due to market fluctuations.
Tags
stationery-product-manufacturing, general-services-administration, wa, bpa-call, under-100k
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $4,847.34 to JL DARLING, LLC. FIST KIT - TAN CASE, NOTEBOOKS, PRINTER PAPER, MARKERS & PENS, J.L. DARLING CORP P/N FIST4T-KIT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is JL DARLING, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $4,847.34.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2026-04-11. End: 2026-04-22.
What is the cost breakdown of the FIST KIT components to assess value for money?
A detailed cost breakdown of the FIST KIT components is not provided in the data. To assess value for money, an analysis of the individual costs of the tan case, notebooks, printer paper, markers, and pens would be required. Comparing these to market prices for similar quality items would reveal if the total contract price is competitive.
What is the potential risk associated with the economic price adjustment (EPA) clause?
The economic price adjustment clause allows for price increases based on economic factors, such as inflation. The primary risk is that significant inflation could lead to the government paying substantially more than initially anticipated, eroding the value of the contract and potentially exceeding budget allocations. Monitoring economic indicators is crucial.
How effective is full and open competition in ensuring competitive pricing for specialized kits like the FIST KIT?
Full and open competition is generally effective in driving competitive pricing. However, for highly specialized or niche items like the FIST KIT, the number of potential bidders might be limited. While competition occurred, the effectiveness in achieving the lowest possible price depends on the market size and the specific requirements of the kit.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Converted Paper Product Manufacturing › Stationery Product Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: OFFICE SUPPLIES AND DEVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE WITH ECONOMIC PRICE ADJUSTMENT (K)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2614 PACIFIC HWY E, FIFE, WA, 98424
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Manufacturer of Goods, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $4,847
Exercised Options: $4,847
Current Obligation: $4,847
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 47QSEA22A0002
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2026-04-11
Current End Date: 2026-04-22
Potential End Date: 2026-04-22 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-12
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