EPA Awards $1.16M Task Order for Aquatic Culture Research to SpecPro Sustainment and Environmental, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $1,164,081 ($1.2M)
Contractor: Specpro Sustainment and Environmental, LLC
Awarding Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Start Date: 2024-12-23
End Date: 2026-12-22
Contract Duration: 729 days
Daily Burn Rate: $1.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: R&D
Official Description: NEW TASK ORDER UNDER IDIQ 68HERC25D0004: AQUATIC CULTURE UNIT TASK ORDER ON THE TOXICOLOGY AND ECOLOGY RESEARCH SUPPORT.
Place of Performance
Location: SAN ANTONIO, BEXAR County, TEXAS, 78248
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Environmental Protection Agency obligated $1.2 million to SPECPRO SUSTAINMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL, LLC for work described as: NEW TASK ORDER UNDER IDIQ 68HERC25D0004: AQUATIC CULTURE UNIT TASK ORDER ON THE TOXICOLOGY AND ECOLOGY RESEARCH SUPPORT. Key points: 1. This task order focuses on toxicology and ecology research support for aquatic cultures. 2. The contract was awarded under full and open competition after exclusion of sources, suggesting a competitive process. 3. The firm fixed price contract type aims to control costs for the government. 4. The awardee, SpecPro Sustainment and Environmental, LLC, is located in Texas.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The $1.16 million task order is for research and development. Benchmarking against similar R&D contracts is difficult without more specific service details, but the value appears reasonable for specialized environmental research.
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.' This indicates that while multiple sources were considered, some were excluded, potentially impacting the breadth of competition and price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: The firm fixed price contract aims to provide cost certainty for taxpayers on this specialized research task order.
Public Impact
Supports critical environmental research for the EPA. Ensures scientific understanding of aquatic ecosystems. Funds specialized research services, contributing to environmental protection efforts.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for limited competition due to source exclusion.
- Long performance period (729 days) may introduce scope creep risks.
Positive Signals
- Firm fixed price contract type.
- Awarded under a competitive process.
Sector Analysis
This task order falls under the Research and Development sector, specifically focusing on physical, engineering, and life sciences. Spending in this area is crucial for scientific advancement and policy development, with benchmarks varying widely based on research scope.
Small Business Impact
The awardee, SpecPro Sustainment and Environmental, LLC, is not identified as a small business in the provided data (ss: false, sb: false). Therefore, this specific task order does not appear to directly benefit small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The EPA's contracting processes are subject to federal oversight. The use of an IDIQ with task orders allows for flexibility, but requires diligent monitoring to ensure fair pricing and effective performance.
Related Government Programs
- Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- Environmental Protection Agency Contracting
- Environmental Protection Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for limited competition.
- Long contract duration.
- Lack of specific research details.
- No small business participation noted.
Tags
research-and-development-in-the-physical, environmental-protection-agency, tx, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Environmental Protection Agency awarded $1.2 million to SPECPRO SUSTAINMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL, LLC. NEW TASK ORDER UNDER IDIQ 68HERC25D0004: AQUATIC CULTURE UNIT TASK ORDER ON THE TOXICOLOGY AND ECOLOGY RESEARCH SUPPORT.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SPECPRO SUSTAINMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Environmental Protection Agency (Environmental Protection Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $1.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2024-12-23. End: 2026-12-22.
What specific environmental factors or species will be studied under this aquatic culture research task order?
The provided data indicates the task order is for 'AQUATIC CULTURE UNIT TASK ORDER ON THE TOXICOLOGY AND ECOLOGY RESEARCH SUPPORT.' However, it does not specify the exact environmental factors, species, or research objectives. Further details would be needed to understand the precise scope and potential impact of the research.
What was the rationale for excluding certain sources in the 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES' award method?
The rationale for excluding sources is not detailed in the provided data. Typically, exclusions in a 'full and open competition after exclusion of sources' scenario might be due to specific technical requirements, past performance issues, or pre-qualification criteria that not all potential offerors met. Understanding this would clarify the competitive landscape.
How will the effectiveness of the toxicology and ecology research be measured and evaluated by the EPA?
The provided data does not specify the metrics or evaluation methods for the research's effectiveness. Effectiveness is likely tied to the successful completion of research objectives outlined in the task order's statement of work, adherence to scientific protocols, and the quality of the final research reports and findings delivered to the EPA.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Scientific Research and Development Services › Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Product/Service Code: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT › General Science and Technology R&D Services
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: 68HERC25R0077
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1826 N LOOP 1604 W, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78248
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $1,777,589
Exercised Options: $1,164,081
Current Obligation: $1,164,081
Actual Outlays: $571,734
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 68HERC25D0004
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2024-12-23
Current End Date: 2026-12-22
Potential End Date: 2027-12-22 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-03
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