DoD's Air Force spent $14.8M on miscellaneous durable goods via GPC, awarded through full and open competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $14,799,096 ($14.8M)
Contractor: GPC Consolidated Reporting
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2008-09-30
End Date: 2008-09-30
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: MISCELLANEOUS GPC PURCHASES
Place of Performance
Location: DAYTON, GREENE County, OHIO, 45433
State: Ohio Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $14.8 million to GPC CONSOLIDATED REPORTING for work described as: MISCELLANEOUS GPC PURCHASES Key points: 1. Spending on miscellaneous durable goods reached $14.8 million. 2. The contract was awarded under full and open competition. 3. The GPC consolidated reporting indicates a broad category of goods. 4. The fixed-price contract type suggests cost certainty. 5. The spending occurred in 2008, indicating historical data.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The total award amount of $14.8 million for miscellaneous durable goods is a significant sum. Without specific itemization or comparison data for similar GPC consolidated purchases, assessing value for money is challenging. The fixed-price nature is a positive sign for cost control.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing and allows for a wide range of potential suppliers to bid. This method is ideal for achieving fair market value.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is beneficial for taxpayers as it aims to secure the best possible prices for goods and services procured through the GPC.
Public Impact
Taxpayers funded $14.8 million in miscellaneous durable goods purchases. The Department of the Air Force utilized the Government Purchase Card (GPC) for these acquisitions. The spending occurred in 2008, reflecting past procurement practices. The broad category of 'Miscellaneous Durable Goods' lacks specific detail on what was purchased.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific itemization for 'Miscellaneous Durable Goods'.
- Historical data from 2008 may not reflect current market conditions.
- GPC spending can sometimes lead to less stringent oversight compared to traditional contract vehicles.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Fixed-price contract type offers cost predictability.
- Consolidated reporting suggests an attempt at centralized tracking.
Sector Analysis
The procurement falls under 'Other Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers', a broad category. Spending benchmarks for such diverse GPC purchases are difficult to establish without more granular data on the specific goods acquired.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in this procurement. GPC purchases can be made by various entities, and specific analysis of small business participation requires further investigation.
Oversight & Accountability
The use of GPC consolidated reporting suggests an effort towards oversight. However, the broad nature of the spending category and the age of the data (2008) limit the ability to assess current oversight effectiveness.
Related Government Programs
- Other Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific item details.
- Historical data (2008).
- Broad spending category.
- Potential for GPC oversight limitations.
- Unknown small business participation.
Tags
other-miscellaneous-durable-goods-mercha, department-of-defense, oh, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $14.8 million to GPC CONSOLIDATED REPORTING. MISCELLANEOUS GPC PURCHASES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GPC CONSOLIDATED REPORTING.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Air Force).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $14.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-09-30. End: 2008-09-30.
What specific types of 'Miscellaneous Durable Goods' were purchased under this $14.8 million GPC expenditure, and how did their prices compare to market rates at the time?
The provided data lacks the specificity to identify the exact 'Miscellaneous Durable Goods' procured. The total expenditure of $14.8 million represents a significant investment. Without itemized lists or comparative market analysis from 2008, it's impossible to definitively assess if the prices paid were competitive or represented good value for the taxpayer.
What were the primary risks associated with consolidating miscellaneous durable goods purchases under a GPC for the Department of the Air Force in 2008?
Key risks included potential for overspending due to lack of granular itemization, difficulty in tracking specific assets, and challenges in ensuring compliance with procurement regulations for diverse goods. The broad category could obscure potential fraud or waste, and the GPC mechanism itself might have offered less oversight than traditional contracting methods for such a large sum.
How effective was the 'full and open competition' method in ensuring the best value for these miscellaneous GPC purchases, given the broad category?
While 'full and open competition' is generally an effective method for achieving best value, its effectiveness is diminished when applied to a vague category like 'Miscellaneous Durable Goods'. It likely ensured a competitive bidding process among wholesalers, but the lack of specific product requirements means the government may not have secured the most advantageous terms for the actual items purchased.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Wholesale Trade › Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers › Other Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers
Product/Service Code: OFFICE SUPPLIES AND DEVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2011 CRYSTAL DRIVE STE 911, ARLINGTON, VA, 22202
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $14,799,096
Exercised Options: $14,799,096
Current Obligation: $14,799,096
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: FA701208D9002
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-09-30
Current End Date: 2008-09-30
Potential End Date: 2008-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2019-06-10
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