DoD's Army awards $17M for Facilities Support Services to Logistics & Environmental Solutions Corp
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $17,013,401 ($17.0M)
Contractor: Logistics & Environmental Solutions Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2002-11-26
End Date: 2008-06-30
Contract Duration: 2,043 days
Daily Burn Rate: $8.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Place of Performance
Location: ANNISTON, CALHOUN County, ALABAMA, 36201
State: Alabama Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $17.0 million to LOGISTICS & ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS CORPORATION for work described as: Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single entity, Logistics & Environmental Solutions Corporation. 2. The contract value is $17,034,000.95. 3. Services provided fall under Facilities Support Services. 4. The contract duration is 2043 days (approximately 5.6 years).
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $17M over 5.6 years suggests a moderate annual spend. Without specific per-unit data or benchmarks for similar facilities support contracts, a precise value assessment is difficult. However, the duration and total value indicate a significant commitment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES'. This suggests that while competition was intended, specific circumstances led to excluding certain sources, potentially impacting price discovery and the breadth of competitive offers.
Taxpayer Impact: The $17M awarded represents taxpayer funds allocated for essential facilities support services. The method of competition may have influenced the final price paid by taxpayers.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operation and maintenance of facilities critical to Army operations. Supports jobs within the contractor organization and potentially subcontractors. Impacts the readiness and functionality of Army installations. The specific services rendered are vital for maintaining infrastructure.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition method could lead to higher costs.
- Lack of detailed per-unit cost data hinders value assessment.
- Contract duration is substantial, requiring ongoing oversight.
Positive Signals
- Provides essential facilities support services.
- Awarded by a major agency (Department of Defense).
- Fixed-price contract type can offer cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
Facilities Support Services are crucial for government operations, encompassing a wide range of maintenance, repair, and operational tasks. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on the size and type of facilities managed. Benchmarks are difficult without specific service details.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates the awardee is Logistics & Environmental Solutions Corporation, and the 'sb' field is false, suggesting this is not a small business award. Therefore, there is no direct benefit to small businesses from this specific prime contract award.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense, implying established oversight mechanisms. However, the 'limited' competition and long duration necessitate vigilant monitoring to ensure performance and cost-effectiveness.
Related Government Programs
- Facilities Support Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for higher costs due to limited competition.
- Lack of detailed service breakdown hinders value analysis.
- Long contract duration requires sustained oversight.
- No indication of small business participation.
- Specific reasons for source exclusion are unclear.
Tags
facilities-support-services, department-of-defense, al, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $17.0 million to LOGISTICS & ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS CORPORATION. See the official description on USAspending.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LOGISTICS & ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $17.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2002-11-26. End: 2008-06-30.
What specific facilities support services are included in this contract, and how do their costs compare to industry standards for similar government contracts?
The contract details do not specify the exact facilities support services rendered. To assess value, a breakdown of services like janitorial, grounds maintenance, HVAC repair, or security would be needed. Comparing costs would require access to detailed line-item pricing and benchmarks for comparable government contracts, which are not provided here.
What were the specific reasons for excluding other sources in the competition, and did this exclusion demonstrably increase the contract's cost to taxpayers?
The reason for excluding other sources is not detailed in the provided data. Typically, such exclusions might be due to specific technical requirements, urgent needs, or prior performance. Without this justification, it's impossible to definitively state if the cost to taxpayers was increased, though limited competition generally carries that risk.
How effectively has Logistics & Environmental Solutions Corporation performed under this contract, and has the fixed-price structure incentivized efficient service delivery?
Performance effectiveness data is not available in this dataset. While a firm fixed-price contract aims to incentivize efficiency by capping the contractor's profit, actual performance depends on the contractor's management and the clarity of the contract's scope and deliverables.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Facilities Support Services › Facilities Support Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Contractor Details
Address: 4845 UNIVERSITY SQUARE, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 05
Business Categories: Black American Owned Business, Category Business, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations, Woman Owned Business
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2002-11-26
Current End Date: 2008-06-30
Potential End Date: 2008-06-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2009-01-06
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