DoD's Air Force Spent $25.7M on Durable Goods via GPC, Full & Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $25,705,440 ($25.7M)
Contractor: GPC Consolidated Reporting
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2011-12-30
End Date: 2011-12-30
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: REPORTING THROUGH SEP12 - NOT SB
Place of Performance
Location: DAYTON, GREENE County, OHIO, 45433
State: Ohio Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $25.7 million to GPC CONSOLIDATED REPORTING for work described as: REPORTING THROUGH SEP12 - NOT SB Key points: 1. Significant spending of $25.7M on miscellaneous durable goods. 2. Procurement utilized full and open competition, suggesting market availability. 3. Contract type is Firm Fixed Price, providing cost certainty. 4. Spending occurred via Government Purchase Card (GPC), often for smaller, immediate needs.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The total award amount is substantial, but without specific item details or benchmarks for 'Other Miscellaneous Durable Goods', a precise value assessment is difficult. The use of GPC might indicate smaller individual purchases aggregated over time.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Full and open competition was employed, indicating that multiple vendors could bid. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and allows the government to seek the best value from a broad market.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is generally favorable for taxpayers as it aims to secure competitive pricing. However, the efficiency of GPC usage for this volume needs further scrutiny.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may benefit from competitive pricing due to full and open competition. The large sum spent via GPC raises questions about procurement efficiency and oversight for higher-value items. Transparency in the specific durable goods purchased is limited, impacting public understanding of spending.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- High total spending via GPC.
- Lack of specific item details for 'Miscellaneous Durable Goods'.
- Potential for less stringent oversight with GPC compared to traditional contracting.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Firm Fixed Price contract type offers cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
The 'Other Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers' category (NAICS 423990) encompasses a wide range of products. Spending benchmarks are difficult to establish without knowing the specific goods procured. The $25.7M represents a significant investment within this broad sector.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses participated in this procurement. Full and open competition theoretically allows for SMB participation, but specific outreach or set-asides are not detailed.
Oversight & Accountability
The use of GPC for a $25.7M total spend warrants scrutiny regarding adherence to spending limits, proper documentation, and overall accountability. Standard contract oversight might be less robust for GPC transactions.
Related Government Programs
- Other Miscellaneous Durable Goods Merchant Wholesalers
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- High total expenditure via GPC.
- Lack of itemized detail for 'Miscellaneous Durable Goods'.
- Potential for reduced oversight with GPC usage.
- Unclear SMB participation.
- Broad NAICS code limits specific analysis.
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 $25.7 million to GPC CONSOLIDATED REPORTING. REPORTING THROUGH SEP12 - NOT SB
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 $25.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-12-30. End: 2011-12-30.
What specific types of 'Other Miscellaneous Durable Goods' were purchased with the $25.7 million, and how do their prices compare to market rates?
The provided data lacks specificity regarding the exact durable goods procured under NAICS 423990. To assess value, a detailed breakdown of items (e.g., office furniture, specialized equipment, tools) and their corresponding unit costs is necessary. Benchmarking these against industry averages or similar government contracts would reveal if the $25.7 million was spent efficiently.
What are the risks associated with consolidating $25.7 million in durable goods purchases under a Government Purchase Card (GPC) system?
Consolidating such a large sum via GPC increases risks related to oversight, potential for fraud or abuse, and difficulty in tracking specific item performance or warranty claims. GPC programs are typically designed for smaller, more frequent purchases, and large aggregated spending may bypass more rigorous competitive bidding and approval processes, potentially leading to suboptimal pricing or unmanaged risks.
How effective was the 'Full and Open Competition' strategy in achieving the best value for these durable goods purchases?
While 'Full and Open Competition' is a sound strategy for maximizing vendor participation and driving competitive pricing, its effectiveness here is uncertain without knowing the specific goods and the number/quality of bids received. The use of GPC might suggest that competition was managed differently or that the individual transaction values were below thresholds requiring extensive solicitation, potentially limiting the realized benefits of full competition.
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: FIRM 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, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $25,705,440
Exercised Options: $25,705,440
Current Obligation: $25,705,440
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: FA711511D9002
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-12-30
Current End Date: 2011-12-30
Potential End Date: 2011-12-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2019-06-10
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