DHS awards $11.4M for detention facility guard services to The GEO Group, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $11,447,233 ($11.4M)
Contractor: THE GEO Group, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2004-04-24
End Date: 2005-04-23
Contract Duration: 364 days
Daily Burn Rate: $31.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: DETENTION FACILITY AND GUARD SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20202
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $11.4 million to THE GEO GROUP, INC. for work described as: DETENTION FACILITY AND GUARD SERVICES Key points: 1. The contract value is $11.4 million for 364 days of service. 2. The GEO Group, Inc. is the sole awardee for this delivery order. 3. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price, indicating predictable costs. 4. This falls under Security Guards and Patrol Services, a common government need.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract was awarded via a delivery order under a larger contract. Without knowing the original contract's pricing, a direct comparison is difficult. However, the total award of $11.4M for a year of service suggests a significant expenditure.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, this specific award is a delivery order, which might have been placed against an existing indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract, potentially limiting the scope of competition for this particular order.
Taxpayer Impact: The firm fixed price contract aims to control costs, but the overall value of $11.4 million represents a substantial taxpayer investment in detention facility security.
Public Impact
Ensures the operation and security of detention facilities, impacting immigration processes. Supports the Department of Homeland Security's mission in managing detainees. The services provided are critical for maintaining order and safety within federal detention centers.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific per-unit cost data makes detailed value assessment challenging.
- Potential for cost creep if not managed effectively despite firm fixed price.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition, suggesting market-driven pricing.
- Firm Fixed Price contract provides cost certainty for the government.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Security Guards and Patrol Services sector, which is a common area of government spending. Benchmarks for this sector can vary widely based on the specific services required, location, and duration.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in this specific delivery order or the parent contract. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The award is a delivery order under a larger contract, implying oversight mechanisms are in place. However, the effectiveness of this oversight for this specific order depends on the terms of the parent contract and the agency's monitoring procedures.
Related Government Programs
- Security Guards and Patrol Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed service scope.
- Limited visibility into parent contract competition.
- Potential for vendor lock-in.
- No explicit small business participation noted.
Tags
security-guards-and-patrol-services, department-of-homeland-security, dc, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $11.4 million to THE GEO GROUP, INC.. DETENTION FACILITY AND GUARD SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is THE GEO GROUP, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $11.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2004-04-24. End: 2005-04-23.
What was the competitive landscape for the parent IDIQ contract under which this delivery order was placed?
The provided data indicates this delivery order was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION'. However, this refers to the initial solicitation for the overarching contract, likely an IDIQ. The specific competition for this particular delivery order might have been more limited, depending on the terms of the IDIQ and whether multiple vendors were eligible to bid on this specific task.
How does the per-day cost of these guard services compare to industry benchmarks?
Without specific details on the number of guards, their roles, and the exact services provided, calculating a precise per-day cost is not possible from the given data. A benchmark comparison would require more granular information on staffing levels and service scope to assess if the $11.4 million award for 364 days represents a competitive rate.
What is the potential risk associated with relying on a single vendor for critical detention facility guard services?
Relying on a single vendor, even if awarded through competition, carries inherent risks. These include potential service disruptions due to vendor issues, lack of leverage for price renegotiation, and reduced incentive for continuous service improvement. The government should have contingency plans and robust performance monitoring in place.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Investigation and Security Services › Security Guards and Patrol Services
Product/Service Code: UTILITIES AND HOUSEKEEPING › HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation ID: ACL8R0076
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Contractor Details
Address: 1 PARK PL STE 700 621 NW 53RD ST, BOCA RATON, FL, 33487
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $11,447,233
Exercised Options: $11,447,233
Current Obligation: $11,447,233
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HSCEAL02C0004
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2004-04-24
Current End Date: 2005-04-23
Potential End Date: 2009-04-23 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2017-07-29
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