USAID Spends $25M on Technical and Administrative Services with Cape Fox Facilities Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $24,998,828 ($25.0M)
Contractor: Cape FOX Facilities Services, LLC
Awarding Agency: Agency for International Development
Start Date: 2017-09-21
End Date: 2019-09-30
Contract Duration: 739 days
Daily Burn Rate: $33.8K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE LEVEL OF EFFORT
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::CL::IGF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROVIDE FY 2018 TECHNICAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES CONTRACT.
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20523
Plain-Language Summary
Agency for International Development obligated $25.0 million to CAPE FOX FACILITIES SERVICES, LLC for work described as: IGF::CL::IGF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROVIDE FY 2018 TECHNICAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES CONTRACT. Key points: 1. Contract awarded for FY 2018 technical and administrative services. 2. Cape Fox Facilities Services, LLC is the sole awardee. 3. The contract is a fixed-price level of effort type. 4. Services are categorized under Human Resources Consulting Services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $24.99M for two years of services appears reasonable for specialized technical and administrative support. Benchmarking against similar HR consulting contracts would provide a clearer picture of value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and potentially reduces competitive pressure, which could impact overall cost-effectiveness.
Taxpayer Impact: Without competition, taxpayers may not be receiving the best possible price for these services.
Public Impact
Citizens receive essential administrative and technical support through this contract. The Agency for International Development (USAID) relies on these services for its operations. Contract duration of nearly two years ensures continuity of services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- Sole-source award
Positive Signals
- Clear service period
- Defined contract type
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Human Resources Consulting Services, a common area for government outsourcing. Spending benchmarks for similar services vary widely based on scope and duration.
Small Business Impact
The awardee, Cape Fox Facilities Services, LLC, is not indicated as a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was considered or achieved.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight of this sole-source contract is crucial to ensure services are delivered effectively and at a fair price, given the lack of competitive bidding.
Related Government Programs
- Human Resources Consulting Services
- Agency for International Development Contracting
- Agency for International Development Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition.
- Potential for higher costs due to lack of bidding.
- Need for strong oversight to ensure value.
- Limited transparency on service specifics.
Tags
human-resources-consulting-services, agency-for-international-development, dc, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Agency for International Development awarded $25.0 million to CAPE FOX FACILITIES SERVICES, LLC. IGF::CL::IGF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROVIDE FY 2018 TECHNICAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES CONTRACT.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CAPE FOX FACILITIES SERVICES, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Agency for International Development (Agency for International Development).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $25.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2017-09-21. End: 2019-09-30.
What specific technical and administrative services are included in this contract?
The contract details are limited, but it is described as providing FY 2018 technical and administrative services. Further documentation would be required to ascertain the precise nature of these services, such as IT support, human resources functions, or general administrative tasks essential for USAID's mission.
What is the justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis?
The provided data does not include the justification for the sole-source award. Typically, sole-source contracts are awarded when only one responsible source can provide the required supplies or services, or in cases of urgent need. A review of the contract file would be necessary to understand the specific rationale.
How does the $25M contract value compare to industry benchmarks for similar services?
Without specific details on the services rendered, a precise benchmark comparison is difficult. However, $25M for two years of technical and administrative support, especially within the HR consulting domain, suggests a significant scope. Benchmarking would require detailed service descriptions and comparison with contracts of similar size and complexity.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Human Resources Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: SOL-OAA-17-000136
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE LEVEL OF EFFORT (B)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 7050 INFANTRY RDG RD, MANASSAS, VA, 20109
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: $30,900,000
Exercised Options: $30,900,000
Current Obligation: $24,998,828
Actual Outlays: $5,713,774
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2017-09-21
Current End Date: 2019-09-30
Potential End Date: 2019-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2020-09-17
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