DoD Awards $8M LOGCAP Task Order for Afghan Refugee Support at Multiple Bases
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $1,688,905,979 ($1.7B)
Contractor: KBR Services, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2021-08-14
End Date: 2022-03-12
Contract Duration: 210 days
Daily Burn Rate: $8.0M/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: TASK ORDER AWARD FOR LOGCAP SUPPORT TO OPERATION ALLIES REFUGE FOR SUPPORT AT FT. BLISS, TX FT. MCCOY, WI FT. PICKETT, VA AND CAMP ATTERBURY, IN.
Place of Performance
Location: HOUSTON, HARRIS County, TEXAS, 77002
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $1.69 billion to KBR SERVICES, LLC for work described as: TASK ORDER AWARD FOR LOGCAP SUPPORT TO OPERATION ALLIES REFUGE FOR SUPPORT AT FT. BLISS, TX FT. MCCOY, WI FT. PICKETT, VA AND CAMP ATTERBURY, IN. Key points: 1. The award supports Operation Allies Refuge, providing essential facilities support services. 2. KBR Services, LLC, a large business, received the contract. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition. 4. The duration of the task order was 210 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract was awarded as a Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) type, which allows for cost reimbursement plus a fixed fee. This structure can be appropriate for services where costs are difficult to estimate upfront, but requires careful oversight to manage expenses.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating multiple bidders were likely considered. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives the best value.
Taxpayer Impact: The task order's value of $8,042,409 represents a cost to taxpayers for critical support services during a national emergency.
Public Impact
Provides essential logistical and facilities support for Afghan refugees. Supports multiple military installations across the United States. Highlights the government's rapid response capabilities during humanitarian crises.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 80 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Supports a critical national mission.
- Clear contract duration provided.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Facilities Support Services, a broad category within the services sector. Spending in this area can fluctuate based on operational needs and government priorities, such as supporting refugee resettlement.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to KBR Services, LLC, a large business. There is no indication of small business participation in this specific task order.
Oversight & Accountability
The use of a task order under a larger contract vehicle implies existing oversight mechanisms. However, the CPFF structure necessitates diligent monitoring of costs and performance to ensure accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Facilities Support Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure requires robust oversight.
- Lack of small business participation noted.
- No specific performance metrics detailed in the award data.
Tags
facilities-support-services, department-of-defense, tx, delivery-order, billion-dollar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $1.69 billion to KBR SERVICES, LLC. TASK ORDER AWARD FOR LOGCAP SUPPORT TO OPERATION ALLIES REFUGE FOR SUPPORT AT FT. BLISS, TX FT. MCCOY, WI FT. PICKETT, VA AND CAMP ATTERBURY, IN.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is KBR SERVICES, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $1.69 billion.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2021-08-14. End: 2022-03-12.
What was the specific breakdown of costs within the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure?
The provided data does not detail the cost breakdown for the CPFF contract. A Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract reimburses the contractor for allowable costs plus a predetermined fixed fee. Understanding the allocation between direct costs, indirect costs, and the fixed fee is crucial for assessing overall value and contractor profit margins.
Were there any performance metrics or key performance indicators (KPIs) tied to this task order?
The data does not specify performance metrics or KPIs for this task order. For service contracts, especially those involving critical support like refugee operations, clearly defined KPIs are essential for measuring contractor performance, ensuring service quality, and holding the contractor accountable for meeting objectives.
How does the $8M award compare to similar facilities support contracts for refugee operations?
Benchmarking this $8M award against similar facilities support contracts for refugee operations is challenging without more specific data on the scope of services, duration, and geographic spread of comparable contracts. However, given the 210-day duration and the critical nature of the support, the cost appears to be within a reasonable range for emergency response operations.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Facilities Support Services › Facilities Support Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Brown & Root Industrial Services Holdings, LLC
Address: 601 JEFFERSON ST, HOUSTON, TX, 77002
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $1,688,905,979
Exercised Options: $1,688,905,979
Current Obligation: $1,688,905,979
Actual Outlays: $390,665,425
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 121
Total Subaward Amount: $628,723,197
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W52P1J19D0044
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2021-08-14
Current End Date: 2022-03-12
Potential End Date: 2022-03-12 12:03:00
Last Modified: 2025-12-31
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