DOJ's Bureau of Prisons Spends $21.8M on Residential Reentry Services in St. Louis
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $21,822,480 ($21.8M)
Contractor: Dismas House of ST. Louis
Awarding Agency: Department of Justice
Start Date: 2016-10-01
End Date: 2022-09-19
Contract Duration: 2,179 days
Daily Burn Rate: $10.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF OTHER FUNCTIONS TO PROVIDE RESIDENTIAL REENTRY CENTER (RRC) SERVICES AND HOME CONFINEMENT SERVICES IN ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI.
Place of Performance
Location: SAINT LOUIS, SAINT LOUIS CITY County, MISSOURI, 63113
State: Missouri Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Justice obligated $21.8 million to DISMAS HOUSE OF ST. LOUIS for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF OTHER FUNCTIONS TO PROVIDE RESIDENTIAL REENTRY CENTER (RRC) SERVICES AND HOME CONFINEMENT SERVICES IN ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Dismas House of St. Louis for residential reentry and home confinement services. 2. The contract spans nearly six years, from October 2016 to September 2022. 3. Services are for the Federal Prison System, specifically supporting the Bureau of Prisons. 4. The contract utilized full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $21.8 million over nearly six years suggests a reasonable annual spend for residential reentry services. Benchmarking against similar contracts would provide a more precise assessment of value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The use of full and open competition is a positive indicator for price discovery, as multiple bidders likely competed. This method generally leads to more competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used to provide essential reentry services, aiming to reduce recidivism and support successful reintegration of individuals.
Public Impact
Supports the reintegration of formerly incarcerated individuals into society. Aims to reduce recidivism rates through structured programs and supervision. Provides essential services in St. Louis, Missouri, impacting the local community. Ensures compliance with home confinement requirements for individuals under federal supervision.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration is long (nearly 6 years).
- No specific performance metrics or outcomes clearly stated in provided data.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Services address a critical need in the criminal justice system.
Sector Analysis
The contract falls under 'Other Residential Care Facilities' (NAICS 623990), a sector focused on providing housing and support services. Spending benchmarks for this sector vary widely based on service intensity and location.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses had opportunities to participate as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is managed by the Department of Justice, Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons. Oversight would involve monitoring service delivery, adherence to contract terms, and financial accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Other Residential Care Facilities
- Department of Justice Contracting
- Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons Programs
Risk Flags
- Long contract duration without clear performance milestones.
- Lack of specific outcome metrics in the provided data.
- No indication of small business participation.
- Potential for cost overruns if service needs exceed initial estimates (though less likely with FFP).
Tags
other-residential-care-facilities, department-of-justice, mo, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Justice awarded $21.8 million to DISMAS HOUSE OF ST. LOUIS. IGF::OT::IGF OTHER FUNCTIONS TO PROVIDE RESIDENTIAL REENTRY CENTER (RRC) SERVICES AND HOME CONFINEMENT SERVICES IN ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is DISMAS HOUSE OF ST. LOUIS.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Justice (Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $21.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2016-10-01. End: 2022-09-19.
What is the cost per individual served by these reentry services?
The provided data does not specify the number of individuals served or the exact duration of service per individual. To determine the cost per individual, we would need data on the total number of client-days or client-months provided under the contract and divide the total contract value by this figure. This would allow for a more granular assessment of cost-effectiveness.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for successful reentry and how are they measured?
The provided data does not detail the specific KPIs used to measure the success of the residential reentry and home confinement services. Effective oversight would require clearly defined metrics such as recidivism rates, employment rates of participants, successful completion of programs, and adherence to program rules. The Bureau of Prisons should have established protocols for tracking and reporting on these outcomes.
How does the pricing compare to similar contracts for reentry services in other federal regions?
Without access to a database of comparable federal contracts for residential reentry services, a direct price comparison is difficult. However, the contract's firm fixed price structure suggests that the price was determined upfront. A comprehensive analysis would involve comparing the per-diem or per-client rates with similar contracts awarded by the Bureau of Prisons or other agencies in different geographic locations.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Health Care and Social Assistance › Other Residential Care Facilities › Other Residential Care Facilities
Product/Service Code: SOCIAL SERVICES › SOCIAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: RFP-200-1283-CS
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 5025 COTE BRILLIANTE AVE, SAINT LOUIS, MO, 63113
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Tax Exempt, Nonprofit Organization, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $43,905,079
Exercised Options: $26,830,061
Current Obligation: $21,822,480
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NOT OBTAINED - WAIVED
Timeline
Start Date: 2016-10-01
Current End Date: 2022-09-19
Potential End Date: 2022-09-19 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2022-09-19
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