Interior Department awards $28.5M for Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services to ZANTECH IT SERVICES, INC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $28,470,003 ($28.5M)
Contractor: Zantech IT Services, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of the Interior
Start Date: 2012-09-21
End Date: 2014-12-27
Contract Duration: 827 days
Daily Burn Rate: $34.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: IT
Official Description: OVERSEAS CONTRACT
Plain-Language Summary
Department of the Interior obligated $28.5 million to ZANTECH IT SERVICES, INC. for work described as: OVERSEAS CONTRACT Key points: 1. Contract awarded to ZANTECH IT SERVICES, INC. for $28.5M. 2. Service category is 'Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services'. 3. Procurement method was 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES'. 4. Contract duration was 827 days. 5. This contract falls under the 'IT' sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $28.5M for 827 days suggests a daily rate of approximately $34,426. This appears high for consulting services, warranting further investigation into the specific services rendered and comparison with industry benchmarks.
Cost Per Unit: $34,426 per day
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The competition method 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES' indicates that while the competition was intended to be open, certain sources were excluded. This could limit price discovery and potentially lead to higher costs.
Taxpayer Impact: The final cost of $28.5M, influenced by a potentially limited competition, represents taxpayer funds that may not have achieved optimal value.
Public Impact
Taxpayers funded $28.5 million for specialized consulting services. The contract supported the Department of the Interior's 'Departmental Offices'. The duration of the contract (827 days) suggests a long-term need for these services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- High daily rate warrants scrutiny.
- Limited competition may have impacted price.
- Lack of small business participation noted.
Positive Signals
- Contract was competed, albeit with exclusions.
- Services provided to a key government agency.
Sector Analysis
The 'Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services' sector is broad and can encompass a wide range of expertise. Benchmarking requires specific details on the nature of the consulting provided, but the daily rate appears elevated compared to general IT or administrative consulting.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss: false, sb: false). There is no information provided on whether small businesses were solicited or subcontracted, which could be an area for improvement in future procurements.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded through a 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES' method, suggesting some level of oversight in the procurement process. However, the high daily rate and limited competition raise questions about the effectiveness of oversight in ensuring best value.
Related Government Programs
- Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
- Department of the Interior Contracting
- Departmental Offices Programs
Risk Flags
- High daily rate.
- Limited competition.
- No small business participation evident.
- Lack of detailed service description.
- Potential for inflated costs due to limited competition.
Tags
other-scientific-and-technical-consultin, department-of-the-interior, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of the Interior awarded $28.5 million to ZANTECH IT SERVICES, INC.. OVERSEAS CONTRACT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ZANTECH IT SERVICES, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of the Interior (Departmental Offices).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $28.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2012-09-21. End: 2014-12-27.
What specific scientific and technical consulting services were provided under this contract to justify the high daily rate of $34,426?
The provided data lacks the specific details of the 'Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services' rendered. To justify the daily rate, the services would likely involve highly specialized expertise, critical project management, or unique technical solutions directly supporting the Department of the Interior's core mission. Without further documentation, it is difficult to ascertain the precise value proposition.
How did the exclusion of sources in the competition impact the final contract price and overall value for the taxpayer?
Excluding sources from a 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION' inherently limits the pool of potential bidders. This reduction in competition can diminish the pressure on contractors to offer the most competitive pricing. Consequently, the final price may be higher than if a truly open competition had occurred, potentially reducing the overall value realized by the taxpayer.
What was the effectiveness of ZANTECH IT SERVICES, INC. in delivering the contracted scientific and technical consulting services?
The provided data does not contain information regarding the performance or effectiveness of ZANTECH IT SERVICES, INC. in delivering the contracted services. Effectiveness would typically be assessed through performance metrics, client feedback, and successful completion of project milestones, none of which are included in this dataset.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: D12PS00366
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1600 TYSONS BLVD STE 1150, MCLEAN, VA, 22102
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Minority Owned Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, Indian (Subcontinent) American Owned Business, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $28,470,003
Exercised Options: $28,470,003
Current Obligation: $28,470,003
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2012-09-21
Current End Date: 2014-12-27
Potential End Date: 2015-03-27 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-08-20
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