DOJ's $22.3M Contract for Residential Care Services Awarded to Volunteers of America, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $22,309,153 ($22.3M)
Contractor: Volunteers of America, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Justice
Start Date: 2016-12-07
End Date: 2017-05-31
Contract Duration: 175 days
Daily Burn Rate: $127.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF RRC SERVICES IN MINNEAPOLIS AND ROSEVILLE, MN FOR THE PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 10/1/16 - 5/31/17.
Place of Performance
Location: MINNEAPOLIS, HENNEPIN County, MINNESOTA, 55439
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Justice obligated $22.3 million to VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA, INC. for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF RRC SERVICES IN MINNEAPOLIS AND ROSEVILLE, MN FOR THE PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 10/1/16 - 5/31/17. Key points: 1. The contract, valued at $22.3 million, was awarded for residential care services in Minnesota. 2. Competition was full and open, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price, which helps control costs. 4. The sector appears to be related to social services or correctional facilities.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract was awarded via a Delivery Order under a larger contract. Without knowing the total value of the parent contract or other similar awards, it's difficult to definitively assess pricing. However, the fixed-price nature provides some cost certainty.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating that multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid. This method generally promotes price discovery and can lead to more competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is generally beneficial for taxpayers as it aims to secure the best value through market forces.
Public Impact
Provides essential residential care services, likely supporting vulnerable populations. The contract's duration of 175 days suggests a short-term or specific project need. Awarded by the Department of Justice, Federal Prison System, indicating a focus on correctional or re-entry programs.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of detailed performance metrics in the provided data.
- Unclear if the $22.3M is the total value or for this specific delivery order.
- No information on the specific services provided beyond 'Residential Care'.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Firm Fixed Price contract type.
- Clear awarding agency and service location.
Sector Analysis
The contract falls within the 'Other Residential Care Facilities' NAICS code (623990), which encompasses establishments providing residential care services. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on the specific services offered, such as transitional housing, halfway houses, or substance abuse treatment facilities.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this award (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities for small businesses were overlooked or if the nature of the services did not lend itself to small business contracting.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded as a Delivery Order, suggesting it might be part of a larger indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract. Oversight would depend on the parent contract's structure and the Bureau of Prisons' monitoring processes.
Related Government Programs
- Other Residential Care Facilities
- Department of Justice Contracting
- Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed service description.
- Missing parent contract information.
- No performance metrics provided.
- Unclear if $22.3M is total or for this order.
- No indication of small business involvement.
Tags
other-residential-care-facilities, department-of-justice, mn, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Justice awarded $22.3 million to VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA, INC.. IGF::OT::IGF RRC SERVICES IN MINNEAPOLIS AND ROSEVILLE, MN FOR THE PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 10/1/16 - 5/31/17.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA, INC..
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 $22.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2016-12-07. End: 2017-05-31.
What specific residential care services were provided under this contract, and how do they align with the Bureau of Prisons' mission?
The provided data lacks specifics on the exact nature of the 'Other Residential Care Facilities' services. These could range from transitional housing for former inmates to specialized treatment programs. Understanding the precise services is crucial to evaluating their necessity and effectiveness in supporting the Bureau of Prisons' objectives, such as inmate rehabilitation and successful re-entry into society.
What was the total value of the parent contract from which this delivery order was issued, and how does the $22.3M compare to similar services procured by the Bureau of Prisons?
The provided data only specifies the value of this particular delivery order ($22.3M) and its duration. Information regarding the total value of the overarching contract or benchmark pricing for comparable residential care services procured by the Bureau of Prisons is missing. This prevents a comprehensive assessment of whether this award represents a competitive price point or potentially inflated costs.
Were there any performance issues or challenges reported during the 175-day period of performance for this contract?
The available data does not include any information regarding the performance outcomes or any reported issues during the contract's execution. A thorough review would require access to performance reports, client feedback, and any documented challenges encountered by Volunteers of America, Inc. or the Federal Prison System during the service period.
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
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Volunteers of America Inc (UEI: 071034615)
Address: 7625 METRO BLVD, MINNEAPOLIS, MN, 55439
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: $22,309,153
Exercised Options: $22,309,153
Current Obligation: $22,309,153
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DJB200195
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2016-12-07
Current End Date: 2017-05-31
Potential End Date: 2019-05-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2017-03-17
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