DoD awards $23.5M for Navy instructional services to Quality Innovative Solutions, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $23,491,241 ($23.5M)
Contractor: Quality Innovative Solutions, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2013-09-19
End Date: 2019-03-18
Contract Duration: 2,006 days
Daily Burn Rate: $11.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 9
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: SWOS CONTRACTOR INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: OXNARD, VENTURA County, CALIFORNIA, 93033
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $23.5 million to QUALITY INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS, INC. for work described as: SWOS CONTRACTOR INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded for professional development training. 2. Quality Innovative Solutions, Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. The contract spans over 5 years. 4. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $23.5M over 5 years averages $4.7M annually. Benchmarking against similar professional development training contracts is difficult without more specific service details, but the annual value appears moderate.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES'. This suggests an initial broad competition that was later narrowed, potentially impacting price discovery and overall competition.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for professional development training. The effectiveness and necessity of this specific training will determine the ultimate value for taxpayers.
Public Impact
Provides specialized instructional services to the Department of the Navy. Supports the professional development of military and civilian personnel. The contract duration suggests a long-term need for these services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition details
- Lack of specific service scope
Positive Signals
- Firm Fixed Price contract type
- Long-term award indicates sustained need
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional and management development training, a sector that supports workforce development across government agencies. Spending benchmarks vary widely based on the specific skills and duration of training provided.
Small Business Impact
The awardee is Quality Innovative Solutions, Inc., a private company. There is no indication that small businesses were involved as subcontractors or partners in this specific award.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Navy, indicating agency-level oversight. Further oversight would involve monitoring contract performance and adherence to terms.
Related Government Programs
- Professional and Management Development Training
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Navy Programs
Risk Flags
- Ambiguity in competition type ('exclusion of sources')
- Lack of detailed service scope
- No clear performance metrics provided
- Potential for limited price discovery due to competition structure
Tags
professional-and-management-development-, department-of-defense, ca, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $23.5 million to QUALITY INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS, INC.. SWOS CONTRACTOR INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is QUALITY INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Navy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $23.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2013-09-19. End: 2019-03-18.
What is the specific nature of the instructional services provided, and how do they align with the Navy's strategic objectives?
The provided data classifies the service under NAICS code 611430 (Professional and Management Development Training). However, the specific curriculum, target audience, and learning outcomes are not detailed. Understanding these specifics is crucial to assess if the training directly supports the Navy's mission readiness and operational goals, thereby justifying the $23.5M expenditure.
What factors led to the 'exclusion of sources' after initial full and open competition, and were these justified?
The contract notes 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES'. This phrasing is ambiguous. It could imply a multi-phase procurement where only certain offerors proceeded, or a situation where specific sources were excluded for documented reasons. Clarification is needed to ensure fair competition and prevent potential impropriety.
How is the effectiveness of the instructional services measured, and what are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract?
The data does not specify how the effectiveness of the instructional services is measured. For a contract of this value and duration, clear KPIs related to knowledge retention, skill application, and impact on job performance are essential. Without defined metrics, it's challenging to evaluate the return on investment for the $23.5M.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Educational Services › Business Schools and Computer and Management Training › Professional and Management Development Training
Product/Service Code: EDUCATION AND TRAINING › EDUCATION AND TRAINING SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: N6134013R0004
Offers Received: 9
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1741 IVES AVE STE B, OXNARD, CA, 93033
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $23,491,241
Exercised Options: $23,491,241
Current Obligation: $23,491,241
Contract Characteristics
Consolidated Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2013-09-19
Current End Date: 2019-03-18
Potential End Date: 2019-03-18 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2019-03-06
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