DHS Awards $2.5M for Federal Law Enforcement Training Center Security Services to Chenega NASWIK International LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $2,503,891 ($2.5M)
Contractor: Chenega Naswik International LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2025-08-06
End Date: 2026-03-31
Contract Duration: 237 days
Daily Burn Rate: $10.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: ENTERPRISE SECURITY AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTERS - CHARLESTON, SC
Place of Performance
Location: NORTH CHARLESTON, CHARLESTON County, SOUTH CAROLINA, 29405
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $2.5 million to CHENEGA NASWIK INTERNATIONAL LLC for work described as: ENTERPRISE SECURITY AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTERS - CHARLESTON, SC Key points: 1. The contract is for Enterprise Security and Administrative Services at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers in Charleston, SC. 2. Chenega NASWIK International LLC is the awardee for this delivery order. 3. The contract was awarded under Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources. 4. The total value of the award is $2,503,890.98. 5. The period of performance is from August 6, 2025, to March 31, 2026.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $2.5M for security services appears reasonable for a period of approximately 8 months, covering enterprise security and administrative functions for a federal training center.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded using Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources, indicating a competitive process was intended to ensure fair pricing and access for qualified vendors.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential security services at a federal training facility, ensuring operational continuity and safety.
Public Impact
Ensures the security and operational readiness of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers. Supports the training of federal law enforcement officers nationwide. Provides employment opportunities within the security services sector. Contributes to the safety and security of federal assets and personnel.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and Open Competition
- Clear Scope of Work
- Defined Period of Performance
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Security Guards and Patrol Services sector. Spending in this sector is driven by the need for physical security across government facilities and operations.
Small Business Impact
While the awardee is Chenega NASWIK International LLC, the data does not indicate if this is a small business set-aside or if small businesses were subcontracted. Further analysis would be needed to assess small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is subject to standard federal procurement oversight. The 'Exclusion of Sources' clause in the competition method warrants review to ensure it was justified and properly documented.
Related Government Programs
- Security Guards and Patrol Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Federal Law Enforcement Training Center Programs
Risk Flags
- Unusual competition clause ('Exclusion of Sources')
- Lack of detail on administrative services scope
- No explicit mention of small business subcontracting
Tags
security-guards-and-patrol-services, department-of-homeland-security, sc, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $2.5 million to CHENEGA NASWIK INTERNATIONAL LLC. ENTERPRISE SECURITY AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTERS - CHARLESTON, SC
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CHENEGA NASWIK INTERNATIONAL LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Federal Law Enforcement Training Center).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $2.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-08-06. End: 2026-03-31.
What specific administrative services are included in this contract beyond security?
The contract description mentions 'Enterprise Security and Administrative Services.' While security is explicit, the administrative services component is not detailed in the provided data. Further inquiry would be needed to understand the scope of administrative support, such as access control management, visitor processing, or basic facility support, and how it integrates with the security functions.
What is the justification for 'Exclusion of Sources' in a 'Full and Open Competition' award?
The term 'Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources' is unusual and potentially contradictory. Typically, 'Full and Open Competition' implies all responsible sources can compete. 'Exclusion of Sources' usually suggests a sole-source or limited competition scenario. Clarification is needed on the specific circumstances that led to this phrasing and whether any sources were indeed excluded and why, to ensure fair competition principles were upheld.
How does the pricing compare to similar security contracts for federal training facilities of comparable size?
Benchmarking the $2.5M contract value against similar contracts for federal training facilities requires access to a broader dataset of government procurements for security and administrative services. Factors like facility size, geographic location, specific security requirements (e.g., armed guards, specialized surveillance), and contract duration significantly influence pricing. Without comparative data, a definitive assessment of value for money is challenging.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Investigation and Security Services › Security Guards and Patrol Services
Product/Service Code: UTILITIES AND HOUSEKEEPING › HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: 70LGLY24RGLB00018
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 14420 ALBEMARLE POINT PL STE 100, CHANTILLY, VA, 20151
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $3,350,581
Exercised Options: $3,350,581
Current Obligation: $2,503,891
Actual Outlays: $329,201
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 70LGLY25DGLB00009
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-08-06
Current End Date: 2026-03-31
Potential End Date: 2026-03-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-02-13
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