NASA's $67.6M Protective Services Contract Awarded to Alutiiq Pacific, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $67,584,261 ($67.6M)
Contractor: Alutiiq Pacific, LLC
Awarding Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Start Date: 2013-04-01
End Date: 2018-06-30
Contract Duration: 1,916 days
Daily Burn Rate: $35.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::CT::IGF PROTECTIVE SERVICES AT GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER (GSFC) MAIN CAMPUS IN GREENBELT, MD; WALLOPS FLIGHT FACILITY (WFF) IN WALLOPS ISLAND, VA; INDEPENDENT VERIFICATION AND VALIDATION FACILITY (IV&V) IN FAIRMONT, WV; AND GODDARD INSTITUTE FOR SPACE SCIENCES (GISS) IN NEW YORK, NY
Place of Performance
Location: GREENBELT, PRINCE GEORGES County, MARYLAND, 20771
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
National Aeronautics and Space Administration obligated $67.6 million to ALUTIIQ PACIFIC, LLC for work described as: IGF::CT::IGF PROTECTIVE SERVICES AT GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER (GSFC) MAIN CAMPUS IN GREENBELT, MD; WALLOPS FLIGHT FACILITY (WFF) IN WALLOPS ISLAND, VA; INDEPENDENT VERIFICATION AND VALIDATION FACILITY (IV&V) IN FAIRMONT, WV; AND GODDARD INSTITUTE FOR SPACE SCIENCES (GISS) IN NE… Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Alutiiq Pacific, LLC for protective services across multiple NASA facilities. 2. The contract value is $67.6 million over its period of performance. 3. Competition method was 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources', indicating a specific reason for excluding other sources. 4. The sector is primarily related to security services for government facilities.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's fixed-price nature suggests cost control, but the specific pricing against benchmarks is not detailed. The value of $67.6M for 5 years of security services across multiple sites needs further comparison to similar government contracts.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The competition method 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources' suggests that while initially open, certain sources were excluded, potentially limiting competitive pressure and price discovery. This method requires justification.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are utilized for security services. The effectiveness of the competition method in ensuring optimal pricing is a key consideration for taxpayer impact.
Public Impact
Ensures security and safety at critical NASA research and development facilities. Supports jobs in the security services industry. Provides essential services for the continuity of NASA's space exploration and research missions.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition due to exclusion of sources
- Lack of detailed pricing benchmarks for assessment
Positive Signals
- Firm fixed-price contract type
- Long-term contract provides stability
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the security and protective services sector, which is crucial for government operations. Benchmarks for similar security contracts would typically consider the scope of services, number of personnel, and geographic spread.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates the awardee is Alutiiq Pacific, LLC. There is no explicit mention of small business participation or subcontracting in the provided data, which warrants further investigation.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically be managed by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) contracting officers and program managers. The 'Exclusion of Sources' clause necessitates careful review to ensure fairness and compliance.
Related Government Programs
- Security Guards and Patrol Services
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Contracting
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition due to exclusion of sources
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown for benchmarking
- No clear indication of small business subcontracting
- Potential for performance issues impacting critical NASA operations
Tags
security-guards-and-patrol-services, national-aeronautics-and-space-administr, md, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration awarded $67.6 million to ALUTIIQ PACIFIC, LLC. IGF::CT::IGF PROTECTIVE SERVICES AT GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER (GSFC) MAIN CAMPUS IN GREENBELT, MD; WALLOPS FLIGHT FACILITY (WFF) IN WALLOPS ISLAND, VA; INDEPENDENT VERIFICATION AND VALIDATION FACILITY (IV&V) IN FAIRMONT, WV; AND GODDARD INSTITUTE FOR SPACE SCIENCES (GISS) IN NEW YORK, NY
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ALUTIIQ PACIFIC, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (National Aeronautics and Space Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $67.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2013-04-01. End: 2018-06-30.
What was the specific justification for excluding sources in this 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources' award?
The justification for excluding sources in this type of competition is typically based on factors such as unique capabilities, proprietary technology, or specific past performance requirements that only a limited number of contractors can meet. A thorough review of the contract file and associated documentation would be necessary to ascertain the precise reasons for exclusion in this instance.
How does the per-unit cost of security services under this contract compare to industry or government benchmarks?
Without specific per-unit cost data (e.g., cost per guard hour, cost per square foot protected), a direct comparison to benchmarks is not possible. The total contract value of $67.6 million over five years for services across multiple NASA facilities provides a high-level figure, but detailed cost breakdowns are needed for a meaningful benchmark analysis against similar security contracts.
What is the potential impact on NASA's mission effectiveness if the selected contractor fails to perform adequately?
Inadequate performance by the protective services contractor could significantly impact NASA's mission effectiveness by compromising the security of sensitive research, equipment, and personnel at its facilities. This could lead to disruptions in operations, potential loss of valuable data or assets, and safety hazards, ultimately hindering the progress of space exploration and scientific endeavors.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Investigation and Security Services › Security Guards and Patrol 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: NNG12364774R
Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Afognak Native Corporation
Address: 3909 ARCTIC BLVD STE 400, ANCHORAGE, AK, 99503
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Tribally Owned Firm, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $69,727,284
Exercised Options: $68,894,174
Current Obligation: $67,584,261
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2013-04-01
Current End Date: 2018-06-30
Potential End Date: 2018-07-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2024-07-23
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