DoD's $14.9M Consulting Contract with SYNERGY, INC. Awarded via Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $14,926,058 ($14.9M)
Contractor: Synergy, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2003-06-06
End Date: 2008-06-08
Contract Duration: 1,829 days
Daily Burn Rate: $8.2K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Place of Performance
Location: OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA County, OKLAHOMA, 73145
State: Oklahoma Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $14.9 million to SYNERGY, INC. for work described as: Key points: 1. Contract Value: $14.9 million over 5 years. 2. Competition: Awarded through full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. 3. Risk: Low risk indicated by 'OK' status and firm fixed price contract. 4. Sector: Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $14.9 million over five years suggests a moderate annual spend. Benchmarking against similar administrative management consulting services would be necessary for a precise pricing assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded using full and open competition, which typically fosters competitive pricing and ensures the government receives the best value. This method allows all eligible contractors to bid, promoting price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is generally favorable for taxpayers as it aims to secure competitive pricing and efficient service delivery.
Public Impact
Ensures access to specialized management consulting expertise for the Air Force. The competitive award process aims to deliver value for taxpayer dollars. Long-term contract provides stability for service delivery and contractor planning.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Firm fixed price contract
- Contract status 'OK'
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the professional services sector, specifically administrative and management consulting. Spending in this area is common across government agencies for strategic planning, operational efficiency, and program management.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate if small businesses participated in or benefited from this contract. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business involvement.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Air Force under the Department of Defense. Standard government oversight processes would apply to ensure performance and adherence to contract terms.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.
- No indication of small business participation.
- No explicit mention of cost savings achieved.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-defense, ok, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $14.9 million to SYNERGY, INC.. See the official description on USAspending.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SYNERGY, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Air Force).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $14.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2003-06-06. End: 2008-06-08.
What specific management consulting services were provided under this contract?
The contract NAICS code 541611 indicates Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. These services typically encompass areas like organizational structure, strategic planning, process improvement, and general management advice to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness within the Department of the Air Force.
What was the benchmarked cost for similar consulting services at the time of award?
Without access to historical pricing data for comparable contracts awarded around 2003, it is difficult to establish a precise benchmark. However, the use of full and open competition suggests that the pricing was likely competitive within the market at that time.
How effectively did SYNERGY, INC. meet the performance requirements of the contract?
The contract status is marked as 'OK', which generally implies satisfactory performance. However, a comprehensive assessment of effectiveness would require reviewing performance reports, user feedback, and any documented achievements or challenges during the contract's duration.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: ICF International, Inc. (UEI: 139001544)
Address: 9300 LEE HGWY, FAIRFAX, VA, 11
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS23F8010H
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2003-06-06
Current End Date: 2008-06-08
Potential End Date: 2008-06-08 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2009-10-28
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