OPM's $27M Instructor Management Services Contract Awarded to CATMEDIA INC

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $27,077,243 ($27.1M)

Contractor: Catmedia Inc

Awarding Agency: Office of Personnel Management

Start Date: 2013-03-01

End Date: 2018-02-28

Contract Duration: 1,825 days

Daily Burn Rate: $14.8K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Number of Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: INSTRUCTOR MANAGEMENT SERVICES CONTRACT IGF::CL::IGF

Place of Performance

Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20415

State: District of Columbia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Office of Personnel Management obligated $27.1 million to CATMEDIA INC for work described as: INSTRUCTOR MANAGEMENT SERVICES CONTRACT IGF::CL::IGF Key points: 1. Contract value of $27.1 million over 5 years. 2. Awarded under full and open competition after exclusion of sources. 3. Potential risk in the exclusion of sources during competition. 4. Services fall under Educational Support Services sector.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $27.1 million over five years suggests a moderate annual spend. Benchmarking against similar instructor management services contracts would be necessary to definitively assess pricing fairness.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: limited

The competition method 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES' indicates a limited competition. While not sole-source, the exclusion of certain sources may have impacted price discovery and potentially limited the pool of qualified bidders.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are utilized for instructor management services. The effectiveness of the competition method in securing the best value for taxpayers is a key consideration.

Public Impact

Ensures availability of qualified instructors for government training programs. Supports the professional development of federal employees. Contract performance impacts the efficiency and effectiveness of government operations.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Limited competition due to exclusion of sources.
Potential for price inflation due to restricted bidding.
Contract duration of 5 years limits flexibility.

Positive Signals

Awarded under a competitive process.
Supports essential government training functions.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Educational Support Services sector, which includes services related to training and education. Spending benchmarks in this sector can vary widely based on the specific nature and scale of the services provided.

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

Oversight of this contract would typically be managed by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to ensure performance standards are met and funds are used appropriately. Accountability rests with OPM to monitor contractor performance and compliance.

Related Government Programs

Educational Support Services
Office of Personnel Management Contracting
Office of Personnel Management Programs

Risk Flags

Limited competition may lead to higher costs.
Lack of transparency regarding source exclusion.
Potential for vendor lock-in due to contract duration.
Performance metrics and oversight details are not specified.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Office of Personnel Management awarded $27.1 million to CATMEDIA INC. INSTRUCTOR MANAGEMENT SERVICES CONTRACT IGF::CL::IGF

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is CATMEDIA INC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Office of Personnel Management (Office of Personnel Management).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $27.1 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2013-03-01. End: 2018-02-28.

What was the rationale for excluding specific sources during the competition?

The rationale for excluding specific sources during the competition is not provided in the data. Understanding this exclusion is crucial for assessing the fairness and completeness of the competition process. It could be due to specialized requirements, past performance issues, or other factors that warranted limiting the bidder pool.

How does the cost of this contract compare to similar services procured by other federal agencies?

A direct cost comparison is difficult without specific benchmark data for similar instructor management services. However, the annual value of approximately $5.4 million warrants a review against industry standards and government-wide acquisition contracts to ensure cost-effectiveness and identify potential savings.

What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract, and how is performance being measured?

The provided data does not detail the specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) or the measurement methods for this contract. Effective oversight requires clearly defined KPIs related to instructor quality, training delivery, participant satisfaction, and cost control, with regular performance reviews.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Educational Services › Educational Support Services › Educational Support Services

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: OPM26R0005

Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 3778 LAVISTA ROAD STE 300B, TUCKER, GA, 30084

Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business, Minority Owned Business, Other Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $65,600,107

Exercised Options: $57,357,349

Current Obligation: $27,077,243

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Timeline