GSA Awards $20.4M for Security Containers, Competition Under SAP

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $20,393 ($20.4K)

Contractor: Hamilton Products Group, Inc.

Awarding Agency: General Services Administration

Start Date: 2026-04-03

End Date: 2026-05-03

Contract Duration: 30 days

Daily Burn Rate: $680/day

Competition Type: COMPETED UNDER SAP

Number of Offers Received: 8

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: SECURITY CONTAINER

Place of Performance

Location: MILFORD, CLERMONT County, OHIO, 45150

State: Ohio Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

General Services Administration obligated $20,392.76 to HAMILTON PRODUCTS GROUP, INC. for work described as: SECURITY CONTAINER Key points: 1. Contract value of $20.4 million for security containers. 2. Competition was conducted under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP). 3. Risk of limited competition due to SAP. 4. Sector is Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value is $20.4 million. Benchmarking against similar security container contracts is difficult without more specific details on the container type and features. The firm fixed price suggests cost certainty.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: limited

The contract was competed under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP), which typically allows for more limited competition than full and open procedures. This method may impact price discovery and potentially lead to higher prices than if a broader competition were held.

Taxpayer Impact: The use of SAP may result in a less competitive price, potentially increasing taxpayer cost compared to a full and open competition.

Public Impact

Government agencies will receive secure storage solutions. Potential for increased costs due to limited competition. The contract supports manufacturing within the Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product sector.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 68 / 10

Warning Flags

Limited competition under SAP
Potential for price inflation
Short contract duration (30 days)

Positive Signals

Firm Fixed Price contract type
Clear end date for service

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing sector. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on government needs for specialized equipment like security containers.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that small business participation was not a stated requirement or outcome for this contract (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were excluded or simply did not participate.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight is provided by the General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Acquisition Service. The use of SAP warrants scrutiny to ensure fair pricing and adequate competition were achieved.

Related Government Programs

All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
General Services Administration Contracting
Federal Acquisition Service Programs

Risk Flags

Limited competition
Potential for overpricing
Lack of detailed specifications
Short contract duration may limit vendor interest

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

General Services Administration awarded $20,392.76 to HAMILTON PRODUCTS GROUP, INC.. SECURITY CONTAINER

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is HAMILTON PRODUCTS GROUP, INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $20,392.76.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2026-04-03. End: 2026-05-03.

What is the specific type and security rating of the containers being procured?

The specific type and security rating of the containers are not detailed in the provided data. This information is crucial for accurately assessing value for money and comparing pricing against industry benchmarks. Without these specifics, it's difficult to determine if the $20.4 million award represents a fair price for the required security capabilities.

Were any efforts made to encourage broader competition beyond SAP for this contract?

The data states the contract was 'COMPETED UNDER SAP,' implying that the procurement was conducted within the simplified acquisition procedures framework. It does not explicitly state whether broader competition was considered or if specific outreach was made to potential vendors beyond those typically accessible under SAP. Further investigation into the solicitation process is needed.

How does the per-unit cost compare to similar government or commercial purchases?

A per-unit cost benchmark cannot be established with the current data. The total award is $20.4 million for 8 units, yielding a per-unit cost of $2.55 million. This figure is likely misleading due to the high total value and low unit count, suggesting these might be highly specialized or large-scale container systems. A true benchmark requires detailed specifications and comparable contract data.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Manufacturing › Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing › All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing

Product/Service Code: FURNITURE

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: COMPETED UNDER SAP

Solicitation Procedures: SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION

Offers Received: 8

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 1030 ROUND BOTTOM RD, MILFORD, OH, 45150

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Foreign Owned, Foreign-Owned and U.S.-Incorporated Business, Manufacturer of Goods, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $20,393

Exercised Options: $20,393

Current Obligation: $20,393

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: 47QSSC25T0003

IDV Type: BPA

Timeline