DoD awards $17.7M for RAT BOOTs to MJL Enterprises, LLC under full and open competition

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $17,749,883 ($17.7M)

Contractor: MJL Enterprises, LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2010-09-14

End Date: 2011-07-11

Contract Duration: 300 days

Daily Burn Rate: $59.2K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 4

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: RAT BOOT, TEMPERATE WEATHER

Place of Performance

Location: VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA BEACH CITY County, VIRGINIA, 23453

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $17.7 million to MJL ENTERPRISES, LLC for work described as: RAT BOOT, TEMPERATE WEATHER Key points: 1. Spending of $17.7M on hardware stores for temperate weather boots. 2. MJL Enterprises, LLC is the sole awardee. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition. 4. The contract duration is 300 days.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The award price of $17.7M for 4 delivery orders seems high for hardware store items. Benchmarking against similar contracts for tactical gear or specialized footwear is needed to assess value.

Cost Per Unit: $4,437,455.63 per delivery order (average)

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded using full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the lack of specific details on the number of bids received or the evaluation criteria makes it difficult to assess the effectiveness of price discovery.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used for this purchase. The value for money is questionable without further benchmarking.

Public Impact

Military personnel will receive temperate weather boots. The Department of the Navy is the procuring agency. The contract supports the hardware stores sector.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

High per-delivery-order cost.
Limited information on competition effectiveness.

Positive Signals

Full and open competition was utilized.
Clear contract duration.

Sector Analysis

This spending falls under the Hardware Stores (NAICS 444130) sector, which typically includes retail sales of hardware, plumbing, and heating supplies. The benchmark for this type of specialized military equipment within this sector is difficult to ascertain without more specific product details.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in this contract, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by the Department of the Navy, part of the Department of Defense. Standard oversight mechanisms for federal procurement contracts would apply.

Related Government Programs

Hardware Stores
Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Navy Programs

Risk Flags

High total award amount for hardware.
Potential for overpayment without benchmarking.
Lack of detail on competition effectiveness.
Unclear product specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $17.7 million to MJL ENTERPRISES, LLC. RAT BOOT, TEMPERATE WEATHER

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is MJL ENTERPRISES, LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Navy).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $17.7 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2010-09-14. End: 2011-07-11.

What is the specific type of boot being procured and what are its unique features that justify the cost?

The data only specifies 'RAT BOOT, TEMPERATE WEATHER'. Without further details on the boot's material, construction, intended use, or any specialized features (e.g., waterproofing, insulation, slip resistance), it is impossible to determine if the $17.7M price tag is justified. Further investigation into the product specifications is required to assess value for money.

How many bids were received, and what was the basis for award to MJL Enterprises, LLC?

Although the contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION', the provided data does not specify the number of bids received or the evaluation criteria used to select MJL Enterprises, LLC. Understanding the competitive landscape and the rationale behind the award is crucial for assessing the effectiveness of the procurement process and ensuring fair pricing.

Are there any performance metrics or quality assurance measures associated with these boots?

The provided data does not include information on performance metrics or quality assurance measures for the 'RAT BOOT, TEMPERATE WEATHER'. For a significant expenditure of $17.7M, it is expected that the Department of the Navy would have established clear standards for durability, comfort, and suitability for temperate weather conditions, along with mechanisms to ensure compliance.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Retail Trade › Building Material and Supplies Dealers › Hardware Stores

Product/Service Code: CLOTHING, INDIVIDUAL EQUIPMENT, INSIGNA, AND JEWELRY

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 4

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 1353 BAYCLIFF DR, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, 23454

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

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $17,749,883

Exercised Options: $17,749,883

Current Obligation: $17,749,883

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GS21F0020U

IDV Type: FSS

Timeline