DoD's $1.22B Hazardous Substance Removal Contract Awarded to Shaw Environmental, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $122,250,255 ($122.3M)
Contractor: Shaw Environmental, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2004-02-24
End Date: 2009-02-23
Contract Duration: 1,826 days
Daily Burn Rate: $67.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: 200409!000634!96CE!W912DQ!USA ENGINEER DISTRICT KANSAS CTY!DACW4199D9001 !A!N! !N!0003 ! !20040224!20060331!085333792!085333792!180038382!N!SHAW ENVIRONMENTAL, INC !250 W 34TH ST !NEW YORK !NY!10119!44880!003!34!MAYWOOD !BERGEN !NEW JERSEY!+000005500000!N!N!000000000000!F108!HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE REMOVAL/CLEANUP/DISPOSAL SVCS !S1 !SERVICES !ZBC !BRAC !562910!E! !5!B!S! ! ! !99990909!B! ! !B! !A!U!U!2!006!B! !C!N!Z! ! !N!C!N! ! ! !C!C!A!A!000!A!C!N! ! ! ! ! ! !0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: MAYWOOD, BERGEN County, NEW JERSEY, 07607, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $122.3 million to SHAW ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. for work described as: 200409!000634!96CE!W912DQ!USA ENGINEER DISTRICT KANSAS CTY!DACW4199D9001 !A!N! !N!0003 ! !20040224!20060331!085333792!085333792!180038382!N!SHAW ENVIRONMENTAL, INC !250 W 34TH ST !NEW YORK !NY!10119!44880!003!34!MAYWOOD !BERG… Key points: 1. The contract value of $1.22 billion represents a significant investment in environmental remediation services. 2. Shaw Environmental, Inc. secured this large contract, indicating strong capabilities in hazardous substance management. 3. The contract's duration of 5 years (2004-2009) suggests a long-term need for these critical services. 4. The 'Remediation Services' sector is vital for environmental protection and compliance, with substantial government spending.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value is substantial, but without specific cost breakdowns or performance metrics, it's difficult to assess its value definitively. Benchmarking against similar large-scale remediation projects would be necessary for a thorough evaluation.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. However, the specific details of the bidding and selection process are not provided, which limits a deeper analysis of how competition influenced the final price.
Taxpayer Impact: The significant contract value means taxpayers are funding a large portion of environmental cleanup efforts, with the efficiency of this spending being a key consideration.
Public Impact
Ensures critical environmental cleanup and hazardous substance disposal services are available. Supports national environmental protection goals and regulatory compliance. Potentially creates jobs in the environmental services sector. Addresses long-standing environmental contamination issues.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown for the $1.22B award.
- Limited information on performance metrics and contractor success.
- Potential for cost overruns in long-term remediation projects.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Addresses a critical national need for environmental services.
- Long contract duration suggests sustained demand and potential for economies of scale.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Environmental Remediation Services sector, a critical area for government agencies managing contaminated sites. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on the scale and complexity of cleanup operations.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to Shaw Environmental, Inc., a large corporation. There is no indication of specific provisions or subcontracts set aside for small businesses within this award, suggesting limited direct impact on the small business sector for this particular contract.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Corps of Engineers, is responsible for overseeing this contract. Standard oversight mechanisms would apply, but specific details on monitoring and accountability for this large award are not provided.
Related Government Programs
- Remediation Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Significant contract value with limited transparency on cost allocation.
- Long contract duration increases risk of unforeseen environmental challenges and cost escalations.
- Potential for environmental incidents during hazardous substance handling.
- Dependence on a single contractor for a critical service over an extended period.
- Lack of readily available performance metrics for Shaw Environmental, Inc. on this contract.
Tags
remediation-services, department-of-defense, nj, do, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $122.3 million to SHAW ENVIRONMENTAL, INC.. 200409!000634!96CE!W912DQ!USA ENGINEER DISTRICT KANSAS CTY!DACW4199D9001 !A!N! !N!0003 ! !20040224!20060331!085333792!085333792!180038382!N!SHAW ENVIRONMENTAL, INC !250 W 34TH ST !NEW YORK !NY!10119!44880!003!34!MAYWOOD !BERGEN !NEW JERSEY!+000005500000!N!N!000000000000!F108!HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE REMOVAL/CLEANUP/DISPOSAL SVCS !S1 !SERVICES !ZBC !BRAC !562910!E! !5!B!S! ! ! !999
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 $122.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2004-02-24. End: 2009-02-23.
What specific remediation technologies and methodologies are employed under this contract, and how do they align with best practices for hazardous substance removal?
The contract likely covers a broad range of services including site assessment, containment, removal, treatment, and disposal of hazardous substances. Specific methodologies would depend on the nature of the contamination at various sites. Best practices would involve adherence to EPA regulations, use of proven technologies, and robust safety protocols to minimize environmental and human health risks during cleanup operations.
How is the long-term effectiveness of the remediation measured, and what are the contingency plans if initial cleanup efforts prove insufficient?
Effectiveness is typically measured through post-remediation environmental monitoring, soil and water sampling, and compliance with regulatory standards. Long-term effectiveness often involves institutional controls and land use restrictions. Contingency plans would likely be outlined in the contract, potentially involving additional funding, revised cleanup strategies, or further site investigations if monitoring indicates ongoing contamination or migration.
What is the breakdown of costs associated with different phases of the remediation process (e.g., assessment, cleanup, disposal, monitoring)?
A detailed cost breakdown is not publicly available for this contract. Typically, costs are allocated across site investigation, design of remediation systems, construction and implementation of cleanup technologies, waste disposal, and long-term monitoring. Without specific contract details, it's impossible to provide precise figures for each phase, but significant portions would likely be dedicated to the physical cleanup and disposal of hazardous materials.
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
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DACW4199D9001
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2004-02-24
Current End Date: 2009-02-23
Potential End Date: 2009-02-23 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2015-07-20
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