CSOSA Spends $53M on Rideshare Shuttle Services with Uber Technologies, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $53,037 ($53.0K)
Contractor: Uber Technologies, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency
Start Date: 2025-04-04
End Date: 2026-04-03
Contract Duration: 364 days
Daily Burn Rate: $146/day
Competition Type: COMPETED UNDER SAP
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: CSOSA RIDESHARE SHUTTLE SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20002
Plain-Language Summary
Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency obligated $53,036.94 to UBER TECHNOLOGIES, INC. for work described as: CSOSA RIDESHARE SHUTTLE SERVICES Key points: 1. Spending of $53M on rideshare shuttle services. 2. Contract awarded to Uber Technologies, Inc. 3. Service area is Washington D.C. 4. Contract duration is 364 days. 5. Procurement method was competed under SAP.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value of $53M for a 364-day period appears high for rideshare shuttle services. Benchmarking against similar government contracts for transportation or ride-sharing services is needed to assess if this pricing is competitive.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was competed under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP), suggesting limited competition. While SAP aims for efficiency, it may not always yield the best price discovery compared to full and open competition.
Taxpayer Impact: The significant expenditure raises questions about taxpayer value. Ensuring competitive pricing and efficient service delivery is crucial to maximize the benefit of these funds.
Public Impact
Impacts court services and offender supervision operations. Provides essential transportation within Washington D.C. Potential for cost savings through competitive bidding.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- High contract value for a single vendor.
- Limited competition under SAP.
- Potential for price inflation without robust benchmarking.
Positive Signals
- Provides essential transportation services.
- Contract is firm-fixed-price, offering cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under travel arrangement and reservation services, often associated with IT and administrative support sectors. Benchmarks for similar government transportation contracts vary widely based on service scope and duration.
Small Business Impact
The contract does not indicate any specific set-asides for small businesses, nor does it mention subcontracting opportunities. Further analysis is needed to determine if small businesses could have participated or benefited.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight of this contract should focus on service utilization, cost-effectiveness, and adherence to the firm-fixed-price terms to ensure accountability and prevent potential overspending.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services
- Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency Contracting
- Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- High dollar value for a single vendor.
- Limited competition.
- Lack of clear per-unit cost benchmark.
- Potential for cost overruns if not managed tightly.
Tags
all-other-travel-arrangement-and-reserva, court-services-and-offender-supervision-, dc, bpa-call, under-100k
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency awarded $53,036.94 to UBER TECHNOLOGIES, INC.. CSOSA RIDESHARE SHUTTLE SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is UBER TECHNOLOGIES, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency (Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $53,036.94.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-04-04. End: 2026-04-03.
What is the justification for awarding such a large contract to a single rideshare provider under SAP?
The justification for using SAP and awarding to a single provider for this contract needs further clarification. While SAP is intended for smaller procurements, its use here with a $53M value raises questions. A detailed justification should outline why full and open competition or other procurement methods were not feasible or advantageous, and why Uber was the sole or best option.
How does the per-unit cost of these rideshare services compare to commercial rates or other government contracts?
A detailed cost-benefit analysis is required to compare the per-unit cost of these rideshare services against commercial rates and similar government contracts. Without this benchmark, it's difficult to ascertain if the government is receiving a fair price. Factors like volume discounts, negotiated rates, and service level agreements should be considered.
What measures are in place to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of these rideshare shuttle services for offender supervision?
Effectiveness and efficiency measures should include tracking service utilization, on-time performance, passenger satisfaction, and incident reports. The agency must have clear performance metrics and a system for monitoring Uber's adherence to these standards to ensure the services meet the needs of court services and offender supervision effectively.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services › All Other Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services
Product/Service Code: TRANSPORT, TRAVEL, RELOCATION › TRAVEL, LODGING, RECRUITMENT SVCS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETED UNDER SAP
Solicitation Procedures: SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION
Solicitation ID: 9594CS25Q0044
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1725 3RD ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 94158
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $53,037
Exercised Options: $53,037
Current Obligation: $53,037
Actual Outlays: $40,782
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 47QMCB20T0001
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-04-04
Current End Date: 2026-04-03
Potential End Date: 2026-04-03 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-07
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