EPA awards $138K for Zinc Pile Remedial Technical Assistance, focusing on private well testing
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $160,790 ($160.8K)
Contractor: Bluestone Environmental Group, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Start Date: 2025-11-21
End Date: 2027-05-23
Contract Duration: 548 days
Daily Burn Rate: $293/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: PALMERTON ZINC PILE (0326) OU05 $138,364.47 REMEDIAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CONTRACT (RTAC), BLUESTONE ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP BPA: 68HE0324A0001 CALL ORDER: NEW BPA FUNDING FOR TESTING OF PRIVATE DRINKING WATER WELLS AND ON-SITE MONITORING WELLS FOR PF
Place of Performance
Location: MALVERN, CHESTER County, PENNSYLVANIA, 19355
Plain-Language Summary
Environmental Protection Agency obligated $160,790.27 to BLUESTONE ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP, INC. for work described as: PALMERTON ZINC PILE (0326) OU05 $138,364.47 REMEDIAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CONTRACT (RTAC), BLUESTONE ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP BPA: 68HE0324A0001 CALL ORDER: NEW BPA FUNDING FOR TESTING OF PRIVATE DRINKING WATER WELLS AND ON-SITE MONITORING WELLS FOR PF Key points: 1. Contract focuses on critical environmental monitoring for private drinking water wells. 2. Bluestone Environmental Group, Inc. secured the award. 3. The contract addresses potential contamination risks in Palmerton, PA. 4. Spending is for remedial technical assistance, indicating ongoing environmental management.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $138,364.47 appears reasonable for specialized environmental consulting services. Benchmarking against similar remedial technical assistance contracts would provide further validation.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under a BPA call order, which itself was competed full and open. This method suggests a competitive process for the underlying BPA, likely leading to fair pricing for this call order.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential environmental protection and public health monitoring, addressing potential contamination from the Palmerton Zinc Pile.
Public Impact
Protects public health by testing private drinking water sources. Addresses environmental concerns related to a historical industrial site (Palmerton Zinc Pile). Provides transparency on potential contaminants in local water supplies. Supports ongoing environmental remediation efforts by the EPA.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for scope creep if additional wells or complex monitoring are required.
- Dependence on a single contractor (Bluestone) for this specific task under the BPA.
Positive Signals
- Clear objective: testing private drinking water wells.
- Utilizes an existing BPA, potentially streamlining procurement.
- Addresses a specific, localized environmental concern.
Sector Analysis
Environmental consulting services are crucial for regulatory compliance and remediation efforts. Spending benchmarks vary widely based on project scope, but this contract appears to be for a focused technical assistance task.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was sought or if opportunities were missed.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is managed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), a federal agency with established oversight mechanisms. The use of a BPA call order suggests adherence to a pre-competed framework.
Related Government Programs
- Environmental Consulting Services
- Environmental Protection Agency Contracting
- Environmental Protection Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for undiscovered contamination.
- Accuracy and reliability of testing data.
- Timeliness of reporting and public notification.
- Scope creep beyond initial well testing.
Tags
environmental-consulting-services, environmental-protection-agency, pa, bpa-call, 100k-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Environmental Protection Agency awarded $160,790.27 to BLUESTONE ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP, INC.. PALMERTON ZINC PILE (0326) OU05 $138,364.47 REMEDIAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CONTRACT (RTAC), BLUESTONE ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP BPA: 68HE0324A0001 CALL ORDER: NEW BPA FUNDING FOR TESTING OF PRIVATE DRINKING WATER WELLS AND ON-SITE MONITORING WELLS FOR PF
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BLUESTONE ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Environmental Protection Agency (Environmental Protection Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $160,790.27.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-11-21. End: 2027-05-23.
What is the specific scope of 'remedial technical assistance' for these wells?
The scope includes testing of private drinking water wells and on-site monitoring wells for contaminants related to the Palmerton Zinc Pile. This likely involves sample collection, laboratory analysis, data interpretation, and reporting to assess the extent and impact of contamination, guiding potential future remediation steps.
What are the primary risks associated with this contract?
Key risks include the potential for undiscovered contamination requiring more extensive remediation than initially planned, leading to cost overruns. There's also a risk of delays in testing or reporting, impacting timely public notification and response. Ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the testing results is paramount.
How effectively does this contract address the environmental concerns at the Palmerton Zinc Pile?
This contract is a crucial step in assessing the impact of the Zinc Pile on local water resources. By focusing on private well testing, it directly addresses potential public health risks. Its effectiveness hinges on thoroughness of the testing, accurate analysis, and timely communication of findings to inform further EPA actions.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Environmental Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT › NATURAL RESOURCES - OTHER SVCS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 301 LINDENWOOD DR #102, MALVERN, PA, 19355
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, DoT Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $160,790
Exercised Options: $160,790
Current Obligation: $160,790
Actual Outlays: $6,526
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 68HE0324A0001
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-11-21
Current End Date: 2027-05-23
Potential End Date: 2027-05-23 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-08
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