DoD Awards $61.5M for Conference Support to National Conferencing Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $61,535,315 ($61.5M)
Contractor: National Conferencing Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2011-04-29
End Date: 2012-10-28
Contract Duration: 548 days
Daily Burn Rate: $112.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 8
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: DACH CONFERENCE AND TRAINING SUPPORT
Place of Performance
Location: ARLINGTON, ARLINGTON County, VIRGINIA, 22202
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $61.5 million to NATIONAL CONFERENCING INC for work described as: DACH CONFERENCE AND TRAINING SUPPORT Key points: 1. Significant contract value for conference and training support services. 2. Competition was full and open after exclusion of sources, indicating some initial limitations. 3. Risk appears moderate given the service nature and fixed-price contract. 4. Spending falls within the advertising and related services sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $61.5M over 548 days suggests a substantial per-diem or service cost. Benchmarking against similar large-scale event support contracts is needed for a precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES,' suggesting initial restrictions or a specific justification for excluding certain vendors. This method may limit price discovery compared to unrestricted full and open competition.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are utilized for conference and training support. The effectiveness of the competition method in securing optimal pricing is a key consideration for taxpayer impact.
Public Impact
Supports Department of the Army training and conference needs. Contract duration of over 1.5 years indicates ongoing service requirements. Potential for impact on vendor landscape within the conference support industry.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition method
- High contract value
Positive Signals
- Firm fixed price contract
- Clear service requirement
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Advertising Agencies (NAICS 541810) sector, which includes services related to planning and executing advertising campaigns and other promotional activities. The spending benchmark for this sector varies widely based on the scope of services.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved as subcontractors. The primary awardee, National Conferencing Inc., is not specified as a small business.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded as a Delivery Order under a larger contract vehicle. Oversight would typically involve monitoring performance, adherence to terms, and financial accountability by the Department of the Army.
Related Government Programs
- Advertising Agencies
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for limited competition impact on price.
- High contract value requires careful performance monitoring.
- Service-based contracts can be prone to scope creep.
- Lack of small business participation noted.
Tags
advertising-agencies, department-of-defense, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $61.5 million to NATIONAL CONFERENCING INC. DACH CONFERENCE AND TRAINING SUPPORT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is NATIONAL CONFERENCING INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $61.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-04-29. End: 2012-10-28.
What was the specific reason for excluding sources prior to the full and open competition?
The exclusion of sources prior to the 'full and open competition' suggests a potential pre-qualification process or a specific requirement that narrowed the initial pool of eligible vendors. Understanding this reason is crucial for assessing if the competition truly maximized value or if it was a procedural step with limited impact on the final award.
How does the total contract value compare to the duration and scope of services provided?
With a total award of $61.5 million over 548 days, the average annual value is approximately $40 million. This figure needs to be contextualized against the specific deliverables, number of attendees, locations, and complexity of the conferences and training supported to determine if it represents good value for money.
What is the likelihood of contract modifications or scope creep given the service nature?
Conference and training support can be susceptible to scope creep due to evolving requirements or unforeseen logistical challenges. While a firm fixed-price contract aims to mitigate this, the agency must maintain strict oversight to prevent unauthorized changes and ensure all modifications are justified and cost-effective.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services › Advertising Agencies
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 8
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 3329 NEWTON ABBOTT DR, TALLAHASSEE, FL, 32317
Business Categories: Category Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $84,232,328
Exercised Options: $84,232,328
Current Obligation: $61,535,315
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: SUPPLIES OR SERVICES PURSUANT TO FAR 12.102(F)
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS07F0434W
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-04-29
Current End Date: 2012-10-28
Potential End Date: 2012-10-28 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2022-04-08
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