Army's $40.8M Hazardous Substance Cleanup Contract Awarded to Shaw Environmental
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $40,793,969 ($40.8M)
Contractor: Shaw Environmental, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 1999-12-16
End Date: 2008-12-23
Contract Duration: 3,295 days
Daily Burn Rate: $12.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: 200011!96CE!000088!CW41 !USA ENGINEER DISTRICT KANSAS CTY!DACW4199D9001 !A!*!0002 !19991216!20000930!006990840!006990840!180038382!N!57923!STONE & WEBSTER ENGINEERING CO!245 SUMMER ST STE 100 !BOSTON !MA!02210!44880!003!34!MAYWOOD !BERGEN !NEW JERSEY!0001!+000000486057!N!N!000000000000!F108!HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE REMOVAL/CLEANUP/DISPOSAL SVCS !S1 !SERVICES !5ZOP!OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS !8744!5!B!S!*!B!A!*!A !U!U!2!006!B!* !C!Y!Z!* !* !N!C!*!C!C!A!A!A!A!* !*!N!A!C!N!*!*!*!*!*!
Place of Performance
Location: MAYWOOD, BERGEN County, NEW JERSEY, 07607
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $40.8 million to SHAW ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. for work described as: 200011!96CE!000088!CW41 !USA ENGINEER DISTRICT KANSAS CTY!DACW4199D9001 !A!*!0002 !19991216!20000930!006990840!006990840!180038382!N!57923!STONE & WEBSTER ENGINEERING CO!245 SUMMER ST STE 100 !BOSTON !MA!02210!44880!003!34!MAYWOOD !BER… Key points: 1. The contract, valued at $40.8 million, focuses on hazardous substance removal and cleanup services. 2. Shaw Environmental, Inc. secured the award under full and open competition. 3. The contract duration is 3295 days, indicating a long-term need for these services. 4. The primary sector is environmental services, with a specific NAICS code of 562910.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's total value is $40,839,692.10. Benchmarking against similar hazardous substance removal contracts is difficult without more specific cost breakdowns and unit pricing.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded using full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. The pricing was determined through a Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of competitive bidding aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for essential environmental cleanup services.
Public Impact
Ensures environmental safety by addressing hazardous substances. Supports regulatory compliance for environmental protection. Creates jobs in the environmental remediation sector. Contributes to the cleanup of contaminated sites.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contracts can sometimes lead to cost overruns if not closely monitored.
- Long contract duration may require ongoing performance reviews.
- Lack of detailed unit cost data makes precise value assessment challenging.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition, indicating potential for competitive pricing.
- Addresses critical environmental cleanup needs.
- Shaw Environmental is a known entity in the industry.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Environmental Remediation Services sector, which is crucial for managing and cleaning up contaminated sites. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on regulatory requirements and the number of identified Superfund or hazardous waste sites.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate any specific subcontracting goals for small businesses on this contract. Further investigation would be needed to determine if small businesses were involved.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, Engineer District, Kansas City. Oversight would typically involve contract officers and technical representatives ensuring performance and adherence to terms.
Related Government Programs
- Remediation Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure potential for cost overruns.
- Long contract duration requires sustained oversight.
- Limited transparency on specific cost components.
- Potential for environmental risks if cleanup is not thorough.
Tags
remediation-services, department-of-defense, nj, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $40.8 million to SHAW ENVIRONMENTAL, INC.. 200011!96CE!000088!CW41 !USA ENGINEER DISTRICT KANSAS CTY!DACW4199D9001 !A!*!0002 !19991216!20000930!006990840!006990840!180038382!N!57923!STONE & WEBSTER ENGINEERING CO!245 SUMMER ST STE 100 !BOSTON !MA!02210!44880!003!34!MAYWOOD !BERGEN !NEW JERSEY!0001!+000000486057!N!N!000000000000!F108!HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE REMOVAL/CLEANUP/DISPOSAL SVCS !S1 !SERVICES !5ZOP!OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS !8744!5!B!S!*!B!A!*!A !U!U!
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SHAW ENVIRONMENTAL, 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 $40.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 1999-12-16. End: 2008-12-23.
What is the breakdown of costs within the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure?
A Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract involves the government reimbursing the contractor for allowable costs plus a fixed fee representing profit. Without a detailed breakdown, it's difficult to assess the efficiency of the cost reimbursement and the reasonableness of the fixed fee. This information is crucial for understanding the contractor's incentives and potential for cost savings or overruns.
How does the $40.8M contract value compare to similar hazardous substance cleanup projects of comparable scope and complexity?
Benchmarking this $40.8 million contract requires comparing it to similar hazardous substance removal and cleanup projects, considering factors like site size, type of contaminants, and remediation techniques. Without access to a database of comparable contracts with detailed cost data, a precise comparison is challenging. However, the duration of over 9 years suggests a significant and long-term undertaking.
What specific performance metrics are in place to ensure the effectiveness of the hazardous substance removal and cleanup services?
Effective oversight of hazardous substance cleanup relies on clearly defined performance metrics and milestones. These typically include adherence to environmental regulations, successful removal of contaminants to specified levels, timely completion of project phases, and safety protocols. The contract's success hinges on the government's ability to monitor these metrics and hold the contractor accountable for achieving the desired environmental outcomes.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Remediation and Other Waste Management Services › Remediation Services
Product/Service Code: NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT › ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS PROTECTION
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SEALED BID
Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Chicago Bridge & Iron Company N.V. (UEI: 386491765)
Address: 1 PENN PLZ, NEW YORK, NY, 10119
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DACW4199D9001
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 1999-12-16
Current End Date: 2008-12-23
Potential End Date: 2008-12-23 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2020-09-28
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