DoD Awards $8.5M Logistics Support Contract to Sedulous Consulting Services, LLC for MCLB Albany
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $8,498,828 ($8.5M)
Contractor: Sedulous Consulting Services, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2023-07-11
End Date: 2027-08-26
Contract Duration: 1,507 days
Daily Burn Rate: $5.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: THE SCOPE OF THIS EFFORT IS TO PROVIDE LOGISTICS SUPPORT FOR THE PFM CES OFFICE LOCATED ON MARINE CORPS LOGISTICS BASE (MCLB) IN ALBANY, GEORGIA.
Place of Performance
Location: ALBANY, DOUGHERTY County, GEORGIA, 31704
State: Georgia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $8.5 million to SEDULOUS CONSULTING SERVICES, LLC for work described as: THE SCOPE OF THIS EFFORT IS TO PROVIDE LOGISTICS SUPPORT FOR THE PFM CES OFFICE LOCATED ON MARINE CORPS LOGISTICS BASE (MCLB) IN ALBANY, GEORGIA. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Sedulous Consulting Services, LLC for logistics support. 2. The contract is for the PFM CES Office at Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany. 3. This is a Firm Fixed Price contract with a duration of 1507 days. 4. The award was made under Full and Open Competition. 5. The value of the award is $8,498,828.09.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $8.5 million over approximately four years appears reasonable for specialized logistics support services. Benchmarking against similar DoD logistics contracts would provide a more precise assessment of value.
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 the government receives competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for necessary logistics support.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operational readiness for the PFM CES Office at MCLB Albany. Supports military logistics infrastructure and personnel. Provides employment opportunities within the logistics and engineering services sector.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for scope creep in logistics support over the contract duration.
- Reliance on a single contractor for critical logistics functions.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Firm Fixed Price contract provides cost certainty.
- Long-term contract provides stability for support operations.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector (NAICS 541330), specifically supporting military logistics operations. Spending in this sector is significant within the DoD, driven by the need for specialized technical and operational support.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that Sedulous Consulting Services, LLC is the awardee. Further analysis would be needed to determine if this is a small business and if subcontracting opportunities for small businesses are included.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of the Navy awarded this contract, implying oversight from the Department of Defense. Standard contract management and oversight processes should be in place to ensure performance and accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Navy Programs
Risk Flags
- Contract duration is long (over 4 years).
- Potential for contractor performance issues.
- Dependence on a single vendor for critical support.
- Scope definition could lead to disputes.
- Geographic concentration of support.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-defense, ga, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $8.5 million to SEDULOUS CONSULTING SERVICES, LLC. THE SCOPE OF THIS EFFORT IS TO PROVIDE LOGISTICS SUPPORT FOR THE PFM CES OFFICE LOCATED ON MARINE CORPS LOGISTICS BASE (MCLB) IN ALBANY, GEORGIA.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SEDULOUS CONSULTING SERVICES, 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 $8.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-07-11. End: 2027-08-26.
What specific logistics services are included in this contract?
The contract scope specifies 'logistics support for the PFM CES Office.' This likely encompasses a range of services such as supply chain management, inventory control, transportation coordination, warehousing, and potentially maintenance support for equipment managed by the PFM CES office at MCLB Albany.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract?
Key performance indicators would typically focus on metrics like on-time delivery rates, inventory accuracy, cost efficiency, response times for logistical requests, and overall customer satisfaction from the PFM CES office. Specific KPIs are usually detailed in the contract's performance work statement.
How does the pricing compare to industry benchmarks for similar logistics support contracts?
Without specific details on the service mix and volume, a direct comparison is difficult. However, the $8.5 million award over nearly four years suggests an average annual cost of approximately $2.1 million. This figure needs to be benchmarked against similar DoD or commercial logistics support contracts for specialized military bases.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: M6785423R3007
Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 18300 QUANTICO GATEWAY DRIVE SUITE 201, TRIANGLE, VA, 22172
Business Categories: Black American Owned Business, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $11,286,032
Exercised Options: $8,679,949
Current Obligation: $8,498,828
Actual Outlays: $707,379
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: N0017819D8487
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-07-11
Current End Date: 2027-08-26
Potential End Date: 2029-02-26 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-02-12
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