DoD Awards $10.5M for Habbaniyah IP Camp Services, Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $10,492,958 ($10.5M)
Contractor: Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2007-03-06
End Date: 2008-02-10
Contract Duration: 341 days
Daily Burn Rate: $30.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: {PIIN: W91GY007C0016} HABBANIYAH IP CAMP
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $10.5 million to MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES for work described as: {PIIN: W91GY007C0016} HABBANIYAH IP CAMP Key points: 1. Contract awarded for administrative and management consulting services. 2. Full and open competition was utilized. 3. The contract value is approximately $10.5 million. 4. The contract duration is 341 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $10.5 million for a 341-day duration suggests a daily rate of approximately $30,771. This rate needs to be benchmarked against similar consulting services contracts to determine its competitiveness.
Cost Per Unit: $30,771
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing. However, without specific details on the number of bids received and the evaluation process, the extent of price discovery is difficult to assess.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is intended to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently by fostering a competitive environment for contract awards.
Public Impact
Supports Department of Defense operations in Iraq. Provides essential management and administrative services. Contract duration is less than a year, indicating a specific, short-term need.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Potential for cost overruns if scope expands.
- Geopolitical risks associated with operating in Iraq.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Clear contract type (Firm Fixed Price) limits cost uncertainty.
- Specific service requirement.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional services, specifically administrative and management consulting. Benchmarking this against other government contracts for similar services in complex environments is crucial for assessing value.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to 'MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES' and the 'sb' field is false, indicating no specific small business set-aside or participation was noted in this award.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically be managed by the Department of the Army contracting office responsible for the region. Monitoring performance and adherence to the firm fixed price is key.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- High daily rate requires further benchmarking.
- Limited information on specific services rendered.
- Geopolitical risks inherent in the operating location.
- Potential for scope creep despite firm fixed price.
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 $10.5 million to MISCELLANEOUS FOREIGN AWARDEES. {PIIN: W91GY007C0016} HABBANIYAH IP CAMP
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 $10.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-03-06. End: 2008-02-10.
What specific administrative and management consulting services were provided under this contract, and how did they contribute to the Habbaniyah IP Camp's operational effectiveness?
The contract details are limited, but 'Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services' (NAICS 541611) typically encompass strategic planning, organizational analysis, process improvement, and operational support. For the Habbaniyah IP Camp, these services likely focused on managing camp logistics, security coordination, resource allocation, and administrative functions to ensure the smooth operation of the facility in a challenging environment.
Given the firm fixed price and the geopolitical context, what were the primary risks associated with this contract, and how were they mitigated?
Primary risks included potential security threats, logistical challenges in Iraq, and unforeseen operational changes impacting service delivery. Mitigation likely involved robust security protocols for personnel and assets, contingency planning for supply chain disruptions, and clear contract clauses defining scope and change order procedures. The firm fixed price aimed to cap financial exposure, but scope creep remained a potential risk.
How does the awarded amount of $10.5 million for 341 days compare to industry benchmarks for similar consulting services in a contingency operations environment?
The daily rate of approximately $30,771 is substantial and requires careful benchmarking. While operating in a contingency environment like Iraq inherently increases costs due to security, logistics, and risk premiums, this rate should be compared against other DoD contracts for similar services in comparable regions. Without this comparative data, it's difficult to definitively assess if the price represents excellent value or is potentially inflated.
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: $10,492,958
Exercised Options: $10,492,958
Current Obligation: $10,492,958
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NOT OBTAINED - WAIVED
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-03-06
Current End Date: 2008-02-10
Potential End Date: 2008-02-10 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2011-04-14
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