DHS awards $12.5M for AOC Program Management Support to American Operations Corporation

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $12,468,375 ($12.5M)

Contractor: American Operations Corporation

Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security

Start Date: 2007-07-26

End Date: 2009-12-20

Contract Duration: 878 days

Daily Burn Rate: $14.2K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: AOC SUPPORT - PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT T.O. #27

Place of Performance

Location: CHANTILLY, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 20151

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Homeland Security obligated $12.5 million to AMERICAN OPERATIONS CORPORATION for work described as: AOC SUPPORT - PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT T.O. #27 Key points: 1. Contract awarded to American Operations Corporation for program management support. 2. The contract falls under the Security Systems Services category. 3. Full and open competition was utilized for this award. 4. The contract duration was 878 days.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $12.5M over nearly 3 years suggests a moderate annual spend. Without specific deliverables or benchmarks for program management support, a direct pricing comparison is difficult. However, the value is substantial for the services rendered.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and ensures fair market value is sought, though specific pricing details are not provided.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used for program management support services. The competitive nature of the award aims to ensure efficient use of these funds.

Public Impact

Ensures continued program management for critical transportation security initiatives. Supports the operational efficiency of the Transportation Security Administration. Potential impact on security system implementation and maintenance.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

  • Lack of specific performance metrics makes value assessment difficult.
  • Limited insight into the specific program management activities performed.

Positive Signals

  • Awarded through full and open competition.
  • Supports a key agency within the Department of Homeland Security.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the professional services sector, specifically supporting government program management. Benchmarks for program management support can vary widely based on agency size and complexity, making direct comparisons challenging without more detail.

Small Business Impact

The contract was not awarded to a small business. There is no indication of subcontracting opportunities for small businesses within the provided data.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight would typically be managed by the Department of Homeland Security and the Transportation Security Administration contracting officers. Accountability for program management performance would be tied to contract deliverables and reporting requirements.

Related Government Programs

  • Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths)
  • Department of Homeland Security Contracting
  • Transportation Security Administration Programs

Risk Flags

  • Contract value is substantial, requiring careful monitoring.
  • Lack of detailed performance metrics.
  • Limited transparency on specific services provided.
  • No small business participation noted.

Tags

security-systems-services-except-locksmi, department-of-homeland-security, va, do, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Homeland Security awarded $12.5 million to AMERICAN OPERATIONS CORPORATION. AOC SUPPORT - PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT T.O. #27

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is AMERICAN OPERATIONS CORPORATION.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Transportation Security Administration).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $12.5 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2007-07-26. End: 2009-12-20.

What specific program management services were provided under this contract?

The provided data indicates 'PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT' but lacks granular detail on the specific services rendered. This could include tasks such as planning, organizing, resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder communication for various TSA programs. Further documentation would be needed to ascertain the exact scope of work.

How did the competitive bidding process ensure cost-effectiveness for this program management support?

Full and open competition allows multiple qualified vendors to bid, fostering a competitive environment that typically drives down prices. The agency would have evaluated bids based on factors including price and technical merit. However, without access to the bid details and evaluation criteria, the precise cost-effectiveness achieved cannot be definitively assessed.

What is the long-term impact of this contract on TSA's operational effectiveness?

Effective program management support is crucial for the successful execution of TSA's initiatives, which directly impacts operational effectiveness. This contract likely contributed to the timely and efficient delivery of security programs. The absence of specific performance data makes it difficult to quantify the precise impact, but consistent support is generally beneficial.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation ServicesInvestigation and Security ServicesSecurity Systems Services (except Locksmiths)

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

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 14030 THUNDERBOLT PL, CHANTILLY, VA, 90

Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business, Veteran Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $12,468,375

Exercised Options: $12,468,375

Current Obligation: $12,468,375

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: HSTS0405DDEP002

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline

Start Date: 2007-07-26

Current End Date: 2009-12-20

Potential End Date: 2009-12-20 00:00:00

Last Modified: 2011-01-25

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