FEMA's $7.4M Wildfire Response Contract Awarded to Environmental Quality Management, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $7,375,787 ($7.4M)
Contractor: Environmental Quality Management, Inc
Awarding Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Start Date: 2020-09-10
End Date: 2021-11-27
Contract Duration: 443 days
Daily Burn Rate: $16.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: FEMA 2020 CA WILDFIRES DISASTER RESPONSE ON ERRS 5 CONTRACT NO. 68HE0919D0001. TO NO. 9034.
Place of Performance
Location: SANTA CRUZ, SANTA CRUZ County, CALIFORNIA, 95065
Plain-Language Summary
Environmental Protection Agency obligated $7.4 million to ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT, INC for work described as: FEMA 2020 CA WILDFIRES DISASTER RESPONSE ON ERRS 5 CONTRACT NO. 68HE0919D0001. TO NO. 9034. Key points: 1. Contract awarded for wildfire disaster response in California. 2. Environmental Quality Management, Inc. is the contractor. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition after exclusion of sources. 4. The NAICS code indicates Remediation Services. 5. The contract duration was 443 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $7.4M for remediation services appears within a reasonable range for disaster response efforts. However, without specific benchmarks for similar wildfire remediation contracts, a precise value assessment is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under 'full and open competition after exclusion of sources,' suggesting a competitive process was initiated but specific sources were initially excluded. This method can impact price discovery if the exclusion was not fully justified.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for disaster response and remediation, which is a necessary function. The effectiveness of the competition method in securing competitive pricing will determine the ultimate taxpayer impact.
Public Impact
Supports critical wildfire disaster recovery efforts in California. Ensures environmental remediation services are provided to affected areas. Utilizes federal funds for emergency response and mitigation.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Competition method requires further clarification on source exclusion.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes outcome assessment challenging.
Positive Signals
- Addresses a critical need for disaster response.
- Awarded under a competitive process.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under environmental remediation services, a sector crucial for disaster recovery. Spending benchmarks for such services can vary significantly based on the scale and nature of the disaster.
Small Business Impact
The provided data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved as subcontractors or prime contractors in this award. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically involve monitoring contract performance, ensuring adherence to terms, and verifying the quality of remediation services. The EPA's role as the agency and contracting authority suggests internal oversight mechanisms are in place.
Related Government Programs
- Remediation Services
- Environmental Protection Agency Contracting
- Environmental Protection Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Ambiguity in competition method.
- Lack of detailed performance outcomes.
- Limited cost-benefit analysis available.
- Potential for unaddressed environmental risks if remediation is incomplete.
Tags
remediation-services, environmental-protection-agency, ca, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Environmental Protection Agency awarded $7.4 million to ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT, INC. FEMA 2020 CA WILDFIRES DISASTER RESPONSE ON ERRS 5 CONTRACT NO. 68HE0919D0001. TO NO. 9034.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT, INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Environmental Protection Agency (Environmental Protection Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $7.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2020-09-10. End: 2021-11-27.
What specific remediation services were performed under this contract, and were they completed to satisfaction?
The contract was for remediation services related to the 2020 California wildfires. Specific details on the services rendered and their completion status are not provided in the data. A thorough review of performance reports and final acceptance documentation would be necessary to confirm satisfactory completion and assess the value delivered.
What was the rationale for excluding certain sources in the 'full and open competition after exclusion of sources' method?
The rationale for excluding specific sources under this procurement method is not detailed in the provided data. Typically, such exclusions are based on specific technical requirements, past performance issues, or other documented justifications. Understanding this rationale is crucial for assessing the fairness and potential impact on pricing and competition.
How does the $7.4M cost compare to the estimated cost of damages and the scope of remediation required?
Comparing the $7.4M contract value to the overall damage and remediation scope is challenging without detailed damage assessments and cost estimates for the 2020 California wildfires. This figure represents the cost of specific remediation services contracted, not the total disaster cost. A comprehensive analysis would require access to broader disaster impact reports.
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 AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1800 CARILLON BLVD 100, CINCINNATI, OH, 45240
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $7,375,787
Exercised Options: $7,375,787
Current Obligation: $7,375,787
Actual Outlays: $-16,047
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 40
Total Subaward Amount: $5,158,218
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 68HE0919D0001
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2020-09-10
Current End Date: 2021-11-27
Potential End Date: 2026-04-11 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-10
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