NASA awards $87.6M for STEM education support to Guardians of Honor, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $87,569,857 ($87.6M)
Contractor: Guardians of Honor, LLC
Awarding Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Start Date: 2022-12-01
End Date: 2025-10-11
Contract Duration: 1,045 days
Daily Burn Rate: $83.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: NASA SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND MATHEMATICS (NSTEM) INCREMENTAL FUNDING TASK ORDER FOR CLIN 0002 BASE - IDIQ EDUCATION SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20006
Plain-Language Summary
National Aeronautics and Space Administration obligated $87.6 million to GUARDIANS OF HONOR, LLC for work described as: NASA SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND MATHEMATICS (NSTEM) INCREMENTAL FUNDING TASK ORDER FOR CLIN 0002 BASE - IDIQ EDUCATION SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. The contract is for educational support services for NASA's STEM initiatives. 2. Guardians of Honor, LLC is the sole awardee. 3. The contract value is $87.6 million over approximately 3 years. 4. This is a delivery order under an existing IDIQ contract.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $87.6 million for educational support services over 3 years appears to be within a reasonable range for large-scale federal education programs. Benchmarking against similar contracts for comprehensive educational support services would be necessary for a definitive assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES,' indicating a limited competition. This method may result in less competitive pricing compared to full and open competition, potentially impacting price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers may be impacted by potentially higher costs due to limited competition. However, the specific services provided are crucial for NASA's STEM outreach goals.
Public Impact
Enhances NASA's STEM education outreach to students and educators nationwide. Supports critical science, technology, engineering, and mathematics initiatives. Provides essential educational resources and program support. Aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition may lead to suboptimal pricing.
- Lack of small business participation noted.
Positive Signals
- Supports critical STEM education goals.
- Long-term contract provides stability for services.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Educational Support Services, a sector that supports government agencies' outreach and educational missions. Spending in this area is crucial for workforce development and public engagement, with benchmarks varying widely based on program scope and duration.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to small businesses (sb: false). There is no indication of specific provisions or set-asides for small business participation in this particular task order.
Oversight & Accountability
The award is a delivery order under an IDIQ, suggesting prior oversight of the base contract. Further oversight would focus on the performance and cost management of this specific task order to ensure value for money.
Related Government Programs
- Educational Support Services
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Contracting
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition raises concerns about price competitiveness.
- No small business participation noted.
- Contract duration is substantial, requiring ongoing performance monitoring.
- Specific justification for source exclusion needs verification.
Tags
educational-support-services, national-aeronautics-and-space-administr, dc, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration awarded $87.6 million to GUARDIANS OF HONOR, LLC. NASA SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND MATHEMATICS (NSTEM) INCREMENTAL FUNDING TASK ORDER FOR CLIN 0002 BASE - IDIQ EDUCATION SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GUARDIANS OF HONOR, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (National Aeronautics and Space Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $87.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2022-12-01. End: 2025-10-11.
What is the specific scope of work for these educational support services, and how does it align with NASA's strategic STEM goals?
The scope of work likely includes curriculum development, program management, outreach events, and resource provision for NASA's Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (NSTEM) initiatives. This aligns with NASA's strategic goals to inspire future generations, promote STEM literacy, and build a diverse and skilled workforce for the nation's aerospace and technology sectors.
What were the justifications for excluding other sources, and how was fair and reasonable pricing ensured under this limited competition?
The justification for excluding other sources under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES' needs to be reviewed to understand the specific rationale. Pricing is typically assessed for fairness and reasonableness through comparison with historical data, independent government estimates, or other available market information, even in limited competition scenarios.
What metrics will be used to measure the effectiveness of these educational support services in achieving NASA's STEM outreach objectives?
Effectiveness will likely be measured through participant engagement rates, pre- and post-program knowledge assessments, teacher feedback, and the number of students reached. NASA will also track the program's contribution to increasing interest in STEM fields and potentially influencing career choices among participants.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Educational Services › Educational Support Services › Educational Support Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1990 K ST NW STE 650, WASHINGTON, DC, 20006
Business Categories: Black American Owned Business, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, DoT Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business, HUBZone Firm, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $233,037,688
Exercised Options: $124,706,964
Current Obligation: $87,569,857
Actual Outlays: $86,966,168
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: PRODUCTS OR SERVICES PURSUANT TO FAR 12.102(F)
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 80NSSC22DA010
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2022-12-01
Current End Date: 2025-10-11
Potential End Date: 2025-10-11 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-02-18
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