NASA Awards $25.3M Task Order to COLSA Corp for Management Consulting Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $25,273,559 ($25.3M)
Contractor: Colsa Corp
Awarding Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Start Date: 2023-10-01
End Date: 2025-09-30
Contract Duration: 730 days
Daily Burn Rate: $34.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: THIS TASK ORDER IS BEING AWARDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3.1 ORDERING PROCEDURES FOR TRANSACTIONAL AND LEVEL-OF-EFFORT SERVICES CY 1 FUP SERVICES CY 1 LOE SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: HUNTSVILLE, MADISON County, ALABAMA, 35806
State: Alabama Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
National Aeronautics and Space Administration obligated $25.3 million to COLSA CORP for work described as: THIS TASK ORDER IS BEING AWARDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3.1 ORDERING PROCEDURES FOR TRANSACTIONAL AND LEVEL-OF-EFFORT SERVICES CY 1 FUP SERVICES CY 1 LOE SERVICES Key points: 1. COLSA Corp secures a significant task order for administrative and management consulting. 2. The contract is valued at $25.3 million over two years. 3. Awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. 4. Services include Level-of-Effort (LOE) and Transactional services.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract is a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) award, which generally provides good value by capping costs. The benchmark for similar management consulting services can vary widely, but the FFP structure offers predictability.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid. This method typically drives competitive pricing and ensures the government receives fair market value.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for necessary administrative and management consulting services.
Public Impact
Supports NASA's administrative and general management functions. Ensures continuity of essential services through a two-year period. Leverages expertise in management consulting for operational efficiency.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Firm Fixed Price contract type
- Clear period of performance
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (NAICS 541611). Spending in this sector is common across federal agencies for operational support and strategic guidance. Benchmarks vary based on the specific services and agency.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this specific award (sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities exist for small businesses within COLSA Corp's performance.
Oversight & Accountability
The award is a delivery order under an existing agreement, suggesting that initial oversight and vetting of the prime contract vehicle have already occurred. The specific task order's performance will be subject to standard contract management and oversight by NASA.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Contracting
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for scope creep if 'transactional' services are not clearly defined.
- Reliance on a single vendor for critical management functions.
- Need for robust performance monitoring to ensure value for money.
- Limited visibility into small business subcontracting opportunities.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, national-aeronautics-and-space-administr, al, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration awarded $25.3 million to COLSA CORP. THIS TASK ORDER IS BEING AWARDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3.1 ORDERING PROCEDURES FOR TRANSACTIONAL AND LEVEL-OF-EFFORT SERVICES CY 1 FUP SERVICES CY 1 LOE SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is COLSA CORP.
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 $25.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-10-01. End: 2025-09-30.
What specific management consulting services are included in the 'transactional' and 'level-of-effort' categories, and how do they align with NASA's strategic goals?
The 'transactional' and 'level-of-effort' (LOE) services likely encompass a range of support activities, from discrete project-based tasks to ongoing, resource-intensive consulting. Transactional services might include specific analyses or reports, while LOE implies dedicated personnel hours for broader management support. Understanding the precise nature of these services is crucial to assess their direct contribution to NASA's mission objectives and overall strategic direction.
Given the firm fixed price structure, how was the estimated cost of $25.3 million determined to be fair and reasonable for the projected two-year effort?
The determination of fair and reasonable pricing for a firm fixed price contract, especially for consulting services, typically involves analyzing historical pricing data, comparing proposed costs against industry benchmarks, and evaluating the vendor's proposed labor rates and indirect costs. NASA likely conducted a thorough cost analysis, potentially including a review of COLSA Corp's proposal against similar contracts or market research to ensure the $25.3 million adequately covers the scope of work without excessive profit.
What mechanisms are in place to measure the effectiveness and impact of COLSA Corp's management consulting services on NASA's operational efficiency and mission outcomes?
Effectiveness is typically measured through performance metrics defined in the contract's Statement of Work (SOW) and Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP). These might include on-time delivery of reports, achievement of specific project milestones, or quantifiable improvements in processes identified by the consulting team. NASA contracting officers and technical monitors would regularly assess COLSA Corp's performance against these metrics to ensure the services are delivering the intended value and contributing positively to NASA's operational goals.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 6728 ODYSSEY DR NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35806
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $25,273,561
Exercised Options: $25,273,561
Current Obligation: $25,273,559
Actual Outlays: $25,273,558
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 13
Total Subaward Amount: $15,358,401
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 80NSSC23DA006
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-10-01
Current End Date: 2025-09-30
Potential End Date: 2025-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-02-03
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