HUD awards $10.7M for policy development and research services to KBM Group Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $10,731,134 ($10.7M)
Contractor: KBM Group Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Housing and Urban Development
Start Date: 2007-08-15
End Date: 2016-05-19
Contract Duration: 3,200 days
Daily Burn Rate: $3.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 8
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: Other
Official Description: PDR - WCF: NEW CONTRACT TO PROVIDE ON-GOING MAINTENANCE POLICY, DEVELOPMENT&RESEACH FOR THE OFFICE OF DEPARTMENTAL POLICY, DEVELOPMENT AND RESEARCH. POP 02/16/07 - 02/15/08.
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20410
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Housing and Urban Development obligated $10.7 million to KBM GROUP INC for work described as: PDR - WCF: NEW CONTRACT TO PROVIDE ON-GOING MAINTENANCE POLICY, DEVELOPMENT&RESEACH FOR THE OFFICE OF DEPARTMENTAL POLICY, DEVELOPMENT AND RESEARCH. POP 02/16/07 - 02/15/08. Key points: 1. Contract awarded for ongoing policy, development, and research. 2. KBM Group Inc. is the sole contractor. 3. The contract spans from February 2007 to February 2008. 4. The NAICS code 541519 indicates 'Other Computer Related Services'.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value of $10.7 million for a one-year period for policy development and research appears high without further context on the scope of work. Benchmarking against similar contracts for policy research and development services is difficult without more detailed information on deliverables.
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, the specific pricing strategies and how they were evaluated to ensure fair and reasonable pricing are not detailed.
Taxpayer Impact: The impact on taxpayers is difficult to assess without knowing if the price achieved was competitive and represented good value for the services rendered.
Public Impact
Supports the Office of Departmental Policy, Development and Research. Provides ongoing maintenance, policy, development, and research services. Contract duration is one year with potential for extensions. Services are categorized under 'Other Computer Related Services'.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of detailed scope of work for policy development and research.
- Unclear performance metrics and deliverables.
- Limited information on the specific research and policy areas covered.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Contract supports critical policy and research functions.
Sector Analysis
The contract falls under 'Other Computer Related Services' (NAICS 541519), which can encompass a wide range of IT and consulting services. Benchmarking spending in this sector requires detailed service descriptions, which are not fully provided here.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was sought or achieved through subcontracting.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight mechanisms are not detailed in the provided data. Standard government oversight practices would apply, but specific reporting requirements or review processes for this contract are not evident.
Related Government Programs
- Other Computer Related Services
- Department of Housing and Urban Development Contracting
- Department of Housing and Urban Development Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns with labor hours pricing.
- Lack of specific performance metrics.
- Limited detail on the scope of policy and research.
- Contract duration and value warrant scrutiny for efficiency.
Tags
other-computer-related-services, department-of-housing-and-urban-developm, dc, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded $10.7 million to KBM GROUP INC. PDR - WCF: NEW CONTRACT TO PROVIDE ON-GOING MAINTENANCE POLICY, DEVELOPMENT&RESEACH FOR THE OFFICE OF DEPARTMENTAL POLICY, DEVELOPMENT AND RESEARCH. POP 02/16/07 - 02/15/08.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is KBM GROUP INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Housing and Urban Development (Department of Housing and Urban Development).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $10.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-08-15. End: 2016-05-19.
What specific policy areas and research topics were covered under this contract, and how do they align with the agency's strategic goals?
The provided data does not specify the policy areas or research topics. To assess alignment with strategic goals, a review of the contract's statement of work and the Department of Housing and Urban Development's strategic plan for the 2007-2008 period would be necessary. This would clarify the intended outcomes and relevance of the services procured.
How was the 'labor hours' pricing model evaluated to ensure cost-effectiveness and prevent potential overruns?
The 'labor hours' pricing model's cost-effectiveness is typically assessed through competitive bidding, where different contractors propose rates for various labor categories. The agency would evaluate these proposals against historical data, market rates, and the proposed team's qualifications. Preventing overruns relies on robust contract management, including monitoring hours, deliverables, and exercising options judiciously.
What were the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the success and effectiveness of KBM Group Inc.'s policy development and research services?
The provided data does not specify the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract. Effective contracts usually include measurable KPIs related to the quality of research, timeliness of policy recommendations, impact of research findings, and adherence to project milestones. Without these, assessing the contractor's effectiveness is challenging.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 8
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1010 WAYNE AVE STE 510, SILVER SPRING, MD, 20910
Business Categories: Black American Owned Business, Category Business, Minority Owned Business, Small Business, Woman Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $10,766,339
Exercised Options: $10,766,339
Current Obligation: $10,731,134
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-08-15
Current End Date: 2016-05-19
Potential End Date: 2016-05-19 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2016-10-03
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