DoD awards $22.7M for Platoon Expeditionary Camp services, with no competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $22,680,403 ($22.7M)
Contractor: Bethel Services, Incorporated
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2010-01-15
End Date: 2010-05-31
Contract Duration: 136 days
Daily Burn Rate: $166.8K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: PLATOON EXPEDITIONARY CAMP (PECS)
Place of Performance
Location: BETHEL, BETHEL County, ALASKA, 99559
State: Alaska Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $22.7 million to BETHEL SERVICES, INCORPORATED for work described as: PLATOON EXPEDITIONARY CAMP (PECS) Key points: 1. Significant contract value for specialized camp services. 2. Lack of competition raises concerns about price discovery. 3. Potential for higher costs due to sole-source award. 4. Services are critical for expeditionary military operations.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value of $22.7M for a 136-day period is substantial. Without competitive bidding, it's difficult to assess if this price is reasonable compared to similar services.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract was awarded on a sole-source basis, indicating no competition was sought. This limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs for taxpayers.
Taxpayer Impact: The absence of competition for a $22.7M contract means taxpayers may have paid a premium for these services.
Public Impact
Military readiness and operational support are directly impacted by these services. Taxpayer funds are being utilized for essential but potentially overpriced services. The lack of transparency in pricing due to sole-source award affects public trust.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award
- Lack of competition
- High contract value
Positive Signals
- Essential military support services
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under general support services for military operations. Benchmarks for similar expeditionary camp services are difficult to establish due to the specialized nature and sole-source award.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication that small businesses were involved in this sole-source award, which limits opportunities for them.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants scrutiny to ensure the Department of Defense obtained fair value and that competition was appropriately waived.
Related Government Programs
- Packing and Crating
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition and price discovery.
- Potential for overpayment due to lack of competitive bidding.
- Limited transparency on justification for sole-source award.
- No indication of small business participation.
Tags
packing-and-crating, department-of-defense, ak, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $22.7 million to BETHEL SERVICES, INCORPORATED. PLATOON EXPEDITIONARY CAMP (PECS)
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BETHEL SERVICES, INCORPORATED.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $22.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2010-01-15. End: 2010-05-31.
What was the justification for the sole-source award, and were alternative competitive strategies considered?
The justification for the sole-source award is not provided in the data. Typically, sole-source contracts are used when only one responsible source can provide the required supplies or services. Agencies must document the justification and approve it. Without this documentation, it's impossible to assess if competitive strategies were adequately explored or if the waiver was appropriate, potentially impacting value for money.
How does the $22.7M contract value compare to industry benchmarks for similar expeditionary camp services, considering the lack of competition?
Direct comparison to industry benchmarks is challenging due to the sole-source nature of this award and the specific requirements of 'Platoon Expeditionary Camp (PECS)'. Without competitive bids, it's difficult to ascertain if the $22.7M represents a fair market price. Further analysis would require access to internal cost estimates or pricing data from similar, competitively awarded contracts, if they exist.
What measures are in place to ensure accountability and effective service delivery for this sole-source contract?
Accountability for sole-source contracts relies heavily on robust contract administration and performance monitoring by the contracting officer and technical team. Ensuring effective service delivery requires clear performance standards, regular progress reviews, and mechanisms for addressing deficiencies. Without specific oversight details, it's assumed standard DoD contract management protocols are in place to ensure the contractor meets the specified requirements.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Transportation and Warehousing › Other Support Activities for Transportation › Packing and Crating
Product/Service Code: TEXTILE/LEATHER/FUR; TENT; FLAG
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Bethel Native Corporation (UEI: 089331862)
Address: 460 RIDGECREST DR, BETHEL, AK, 00
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, HUBZone Firm, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $22,680,403
Exercised Options: $22,680,403
Current Obligation: $22,680,403
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2010-01-15
Current End Date: 2010-05-31
Potential End Date: 2010-05-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2010-04-23
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