DHS ICE Awards $11.3M Guard Services Contract to Alpha Protective Services in Georgia

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $11,305,702 ($11.3M)

Contractor: Alpha Protective Services, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security

Start Date: 2004-11-01

End Date: 2005-10-31

Contract Duration: 364 days

Daily Burn Rate: $31.1K/day

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: GUARD SERVICES-METRO ATLANTA AND SOUTH, GEORGIA

Place of Performance

Location: ATLANTA, FULTON County, GEORGIA, 30303

State: Georgia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Homeland Security obligated $11.3 million to ALPHA PROTECTIVE SERVICES, INC. for work described as: GUARD SERVICES-METRO ATLANTA AND SOUTH, GEORGIA Key points: 1. Contract value of $11.3M for guard services. 2. Alpha Protective Services, Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. Contract duration is approximately one year. 4. Fixed-price contract type suggests predictable costs.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $11.3M for a one-year guard services requirement appears to be within a reasonable range for a large metropolitan area. However, without specific details on the scope of services and personnel required, a precise benchmark is difficult.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: sole-source

The contract was awarded as a sole-source action. This limits price discovery and competition, potentially leading to higher costs than if multiple vendors had competed.

Taxpayer Impact: The sole-source nature of this award may result in taxpayers paying a premium compared to a competitively bid contract.

Public Impact

Ensures security and operational continuity for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities in Metro Atlanta and South Georgia. Supports Alpha Protective Services, Inc., a private sector entity, through a significant federal contract. Impacts local economy through employment opportunities generated by the contract.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Sole-source award limits competition and price negotiation.
Lack of competition may lead to inflated pricing.
Contract duration is relatively short, potentially leading to frequent re-competition costs.

Positive Signals

Provides essential security services for a critical government agency.
Firm fixed-price contract offers cost certainty for the government.

Sector Analysis

Guard services fall under the broader professional, scientific, and technical services sector. Spending benchmarks for guard services vary significantly based on geographic location, scope of services, and security clearance requirements.

Small Business Impact

The awardee, Alpha Protective Services, Inc., is not identified as a small business in the provided data. This contract does not appear to have a small business set-aside component.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight would typically be managed by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement contracting officer and administrative contracting officer to ensure performance standards are met and funds are used appropriately.

Related Government Programs

Other Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing
Department of Homeland Security Contracting
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Programs

Risk Flags

Sole-source award limits competition.
Potential for overpayment due to lack of competitive pricing.
Contract duration is short, potentially leading to inefficiencies in transition.
No small business participation indicated.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Homeland Security awarded $11.3 million to ALPHA PROTECTIVE SERVICES, INC.. GUARD SERVICES-METRO ATLANTA AND SOUTH, GEORGIA

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is ALPHA PROTECTIVE SERVICES, 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 $11.3 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2004-11-01. End: 2005-10-31.

What was the justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis instead of pursuing a competitive procurement?

The justification for a sole-source award typically involves specific circumstances, such as the urgency of the requirement, the unavailability of other sources, or the unique capabilities of the awarded contractor. Without further documentation, it's difficult to ascertain the precise rationale, but it likely relates to operational needs or specific contractor qualifications deemed essential by DHS.

How does the pricing of this contract compare to similar guard services contracts awarded in the region or nationally?

Benchmarking this contract's price requires detailed comparison with similar guard services contracts, considering factors like the number of personnel, hours, security levels, and geographic location. Given the sole-source nature, it's plausible that the price may be higher than a competitively sourced contract. A thorough analysis would involve reviewing historical contract data and market research.

What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this guard services contract, and how is performance being monitored?

Key performance indicators for guard services typically include response times, incident reporting accuracy, personnel punctuality, adherence to post orders, and overall security effectiveness. Monitoring is usually conducted through regular performance reports, site visits, and feedback mechanisms managed by the contracting officer's representative (COR) to ensure the contractor meets the specified requirements.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Manufacturing › Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing › Other Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing

Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Contractor Details

Address: 130 E JACKSON ST, THOMASVILLE, GA, 31792

Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, American Indian Owned Business, Category Business, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $11,305,702

Exercised Options: $11,305,702

Current Obligation: $11,305,702

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GS07F0447N

IDV Type: FSS

Timeline