EPA Awards $6.88M Contract to Endyna, Inc. for Tribal Water Technical Assistance
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $6,877,889 ($6.9M)
Contractor: Endyna, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Start Date: 2024-07-24
End Date: 2026-07-23
Contract Duration: 729 days
Daily Burn Rate: $9.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: DRINKING WATER AND WASTEWATER TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO TRIBES AND ALASKAN NATIVE VILLAGES REGION 9 - GEOGRAPHIC AREA H SUPPORT LSLR AND EC ACTIVITIES FOR TRIBES IN REGION 9
Place of Performance
Location: MCLEAN, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22102
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Environmental Protection Agency obligated $6.9 million to ENDYNA, INC. for work described as: DRINKING WATER AND WASTEWATER TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO TRIBES AND ALASKAN NATIVE VILLAGES REGION 9 - GEOGRAPHIC AREA H SUPPORT LSLR AND EC ACTIVITIES FOR TRIBES IN REGION 9 Key points: 1. Contract supports drinking water and wastewater technical assistance for Tribes in EPA Region 9. 2. Endyna, Inc. is the sole awardee for this specific BPA Call. 3. The contract is for administrative management and general management consulting services. 4. This award falls under the 'Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services' NAICS code. 5. The contract duration is 729 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $6.88M over two years appears reasonable for specialized technical assistance. Benchmarking against similar EPA contracts for tribal environmental services would provide a clearer picture of value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under a BPA Call, indicating it was likely competed previously. However, the specific competition for this call is not detailed, impacting price discovery assessment.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used to ensure access to safe drinking water and wastewater management for tribal communities, a critical public service.
Public Impact
Enhances access to safe drinking water and wastewater services for vulnerable tribal populations. Provides essential technical expertise to address environmental health challenges in Region 9. Supports the EPA's mission to protect human health and the environment. Aims to improve infrastructure and operational capacity for tribal water systems.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of detailed competition specifics for the BPA Call.
- Potential for cost overruns if scope expands beyond initial estimates.
- Reliance on a single contractor for critical technical assistance.
Positive Signals
- Addresses a critical need for tribal environmental services.
- Supports a vital public health and environmental protection mission.
- Leverages existing BPA framework for efficient award.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the professional services sector, specifically management consulting. Spending benchmarks for similar environmental consulting services for government agencies can vary widely based on scope and duration.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was sought or if the prime contractor intends to subcontract.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight will be crucial to ensure Endyna, Inc. delivers the required technical assistance effectively and within budget. The EPA's Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) will be key in monitoring performance and compliance.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Environmental Protection Agency Contracting
- Environmental Protection Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to T&M contract type.
- Limited visibility into specific competition for the BPA Call.
- No small business participation indicated.
- Contract duration is relatively long (729 days), requiring sustained oversight.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, environmental-protection-agency, va, bpa-call, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Environmental Protection Agency awarded $6.9 million to ENDYNA, INC.. DRINKING WATER AND WASTEWATER TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO TRIBES AND ALASKAN NATIVE VILLAGES REGION 9 - GEOGRAPHIC AREA H SUPPORT LSLR AND EC ACTIVITIES FOR TRIBES IN REGION 9
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ENDYNA, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Environmental Protection Agency (Environmental Protection Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $6.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2024-07-24. End: 2026-07-23.
What specific technical assistance activities are included in this contract, and how do they align with tribal needs?
The contract focuses on 'DRINKING WATER AND WASTEWATER TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE' and 'LSLR AND EC ACTIVITIES' for Tribes in EPA Region 9. This likely includes support for lead service line replacement (LSLR) and emergency capacity (EC) projects, alongside general operational and management guidance for tribal water and wastewater systems. The alignment with tribal needs would be assessed through EPA's regional tribal consultation processes and specific project requirements outlined in the BPA Call.
What are the potential risks associated with a Time and Materials contract for this type of service?
Time and Materials (T&M) contracts carry inherent risks of cost escalation if not closely monitored, as payment is based on actual labor hours and material costs. For this tribal technical assistance contract, risks include potential scope creep, inefficient contractor performance driving up hours, and difficulty in accurately forecasting the total expenditure. Robust oversight and clear task definitions are essential to mitigate these risks.
How will the effectiveness of Endyna, Inc.'s technical assistance be measured to ensure positive outcomes for tribal communities?
Effectiveness will likely be measured through key performance indicators (KPIs) defined in the contract, such as the number of tribal systems receiving assistance, successful project completions (e.g., LSLR milestones), improvements in system operations, and positive feedback from tribal partners. Regular progress reports, site visits, and performance reviews by the EPA COR will be critical for assessing and ensuring the contractor's impact.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: PR-OW-24-00250
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1345 LANCIA DR, MC LEAN, VA, 22102
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Indian (Subcontinent) American Owned Business, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $18,389,198
Exercised Options: $12,158,956
Current Obligation: $6,877,889
Actual Outlays: $2,942,815
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 68HERH22A0025
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2024-07-24
Current End Date: 2026-07-23
Potential End Date: 2027-07-23 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-03-03
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