DoD's $77M Electricity OMS Contract Awarded to Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees Under Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $77,261,048 ($77.3M)
Contractor: Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2007-09-27
End Date: 2008-01-12
Contract Duration: 107 days
Daily Burn Rate: $722.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: {PIIN: W91GDW07C4040} ELECTRICITY OMS
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $77.3 million to MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES for work described as: {PIIN: W91GDW07C4040} ELECTRICITY OMS Key points: 1. The contract value is substantial at $77.26 million. 2. Awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. 3. The awardee is listed as 'MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES', raising potential oversight concerns. 4. The contract falls under Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $77.26 million for a short duration (107 days) appears high for administrative management consulting services. Benchmarking against similar contracts is difficult without more specific service details.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. However, the 'MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES' designation may obscure the true nature of the competition and the ultimate beneficiaries.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being utilized for management consulting services. The lack of specific awardee details could potentially lead to less than optimal value for money.
Public Impact
Significant federal spending on consulting services. Potential for foreign entities to benefit from US government contracts. Questions regarding the transparency and accountability of foreign awardees. The short contract duration suggests a specific, potentially urgent, need.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Ambiguous awardee designation ('MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES')
- High contract value for a short duration
- Lack of specific service details
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition
- Clear contract type (FIRM FIXED PRICE)
Sector Analysis
Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (NAICS 541611) is a broad category. Federal spending in this sector can vary widely depending on agency needs, but $77 million for a 107-day contract is exceptionally high.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not set aside for small businesses and the awardee is listed as 'MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES', indicating no direct benefit to US small businesses through this specific award.
Oversight & Accountability
The designation 'MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES' presents a significant oversight challenge. It is unclear which specific entities received the funds and whether they are subject to appropriate US oversight and regulations.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific awardee identification
- Potential for funds to go to non-transparent entities
- High cost relative to contract duration
- Ambiguous service description ('Electricity OMS')
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-defense, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $77.3 million to MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES. {PIIN: W91GDW07C4040} ELECTRICITY OMS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $77.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-09-27. End: 2008-01-12.
What specific 'Electricity OMS' services were procured under this contract, and how does the $77.26 million value align with the scope and duration?
The specific services under 'Electricity OMS' are not detailed in the provided data. However, the high value of $77.26 million for a 107-day contract suggests a potentially complex or critical operational need. Further investigation into the contract's statement of work is required to justify this expenditure and assess its value for money.
What are the risks associated with awarding a large contract to 'MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES' without further identification?
Awarding funds to unidentified foreign entities poses several risks, including potential lack of accountability, difficulty in ensuring compliance with US regulations, and the possibility of funds indirectly supporting adversaries or entities with conflicting interests. It also hinders transparency and makes it challenging to verify the quality and necessity of the services rendered.
How effective was the 'full and open competition' in ensuring the best value for taxpayers given the ambiguous nature of the awardee?
While 'full and open competition' theoretically promotes best value, the 'MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES' designation raises concerns about the effectiveness of this process. It is unclear if the competition truly involved a diverse range of qualified bidders or if the ambiguity allowed for less competitive outcomes. True effectiveness requires transparency in who is competing and winning.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: MISCELLANEOUS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2011 CRYSTAL DR STE 911, ARLINGTON, VA, 08
Business Categories: Category Business, Foreign Owned, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $77,261,048
Exercised Options: $77,261,048
Current Obligation: $77,261,048
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NOT OBTAINED - WAIVED
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-09-27
Current End Date: 2008-01-12
Potential End Date: 2008-01-12 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2011-04-14
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