DoD's $13.5M Remediation Services Contract Awarded to APTIM Federal Services Under Full and Open Competition

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $13,546,803 ($13.5M)

Contractor: Aptim Federal Services, LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2008-09-19

End Date: 2015-09-30

Contract Duration: 2,567 days

Daily Burn Rate: $5.3K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 16

Pricing Type: COST PLUS INCENTIVE FEE

Sector: Other

Official Description: MIGRATED DATA VALUE UNKNOWN

Place of Performance

Location: TRENTON, BURLINGTON County, NEW JERSEY, 08641, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

State: New Jersey Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $13.5 million to APTIM FEDERAL SERVICES, LLC for work described as: MIGRATED DATA VALUE UNKNOWN Key points: 1. Contract awarded for remediation services, a critical environmental function. 2. APTIM Federal Services, a known entity in federal contracting, secured the award. 3. The contract utilized full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 4. The duration of the contract (2567 days) indicates a long-term need for these services.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract type is Cost Plus Incentive Fee (CPIF), which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The award amount of $13.5M over approximately 7 years suggests a moderate annual spend, but the lack of specific unit cost data makes a precise benchmark difficult.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which typically fosters competitive pricing. However, the CPIF structure means the final price is tied to performance and cost targets, introducing some variability.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award is positive for taxpayers, aiming to secure services at a reasonable cost. However, the CPIF contract type requires diligent oversight to ensure cost efficiency.

Public Impact

Environmental cleanup services are essential for public health and safety. The long contract duration suggests ongoing environmental challenges at Air Force facilities. Contract performance impacts the operational readiness and environmental compliance of military installations.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Positive Signals

Sector Analysis

Remediation services fall under the broader environmental services sector. Spending in this sector is driven by regulatory compliance, infrastructure needs, and historical contamination. Benchmarks vary widely based on the scope and complexity of the remediation.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses (sb: false). This suggests the scope or requirements of the remediation services were likely beyond the capacity or specialization of most small businesses.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract's CPIF structure necessitates robust oversight from the Department of the Air Force to ensure cost controls and performance targets are met. Regular audits and performance reviews are crucial for accountability.

Related Government Programs

Risk Flags

Tags

remediation-services, department-of-defense, nj, do, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $13.5 million to APTIM FEDERAL SERVICES, LLC. MIGRATED DATA VALUE UNKNOWN

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is APTIM FEDERAL SERVICES, LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Air Force).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $13.5 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2008-09-19. End: 2015-09-30.

What was the initial estimated cost versus the final awarded cost, and how did performance incentives influence the final price?

The provided data does not include the initial estimated cost or the final awarded cost, only the award amount of $13.5M. The 'MIGRATED DATA VALUE UNKNOWN' field further complicates this. Understanding the interplay between performance incentives and the final price is crucial for assessing the contract's value and APTIM's efficiency in meeting objectives.

What specific remediation activities were undertaken, and were there any environmental incidents or compliance issues during the contract period?

The data specifies 'Remediation Services' but lacks details on the specific activities (e.g., soil, groundwater, hazardous waste). Information on environmental incidents or compliance issues during the 2008-2015 period is not provided. This information is vital for assessing the effectiveness of the services and the associated risks managed.

How did the 'full and open competition' process ensure cost-effectiveness compared to other contracting methods for similar remediation projects?

Full and open competition generally promotes cost-effectiveness by allowing all qualified vendors to bid, fostering a competitive environment. However, the CPIF contract type introduces complexity, as the final cost is influenced by performance and cost targets. Without comparative data on similar projects or detailed cost breakdowns, it's difficult to definitively quantify the cost-effectiveness achieved through this specific competitive process.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation ServicesRemediation and Other Waste Management ServicesRemediation Services

Product/Service Code: NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENTNATURAL RESOURCES - OTHER SVCS

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 16

Pricing Type: COST PLUS INCENTIVE FEE (V)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Chicago Bridge & Iron Company N.V. (UEI: 386491765)

Address: 2370 TOWNE CENTER BLVD, BATON ROUGE, LA, 70806

Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $13,546,803

Exercised Options: $13,546,803

Current Obligation: $13,546,803

Contract Characteristics

Cost or Pricing Data: YES

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: FA489006D0010

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline

Start Date: 2008-09-19

Current End Date: 2015-09-30

Potential End Date: 2015-09-30 00:00:00

Last Modified: 2015-07-10

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