EPA Awards $3.5M Environmental Consulting Task Order to WSP USA
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $3,546,057 ($3.5M)
Contractor: WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure Inc.
Awarding Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Start Date: 2024-07-05
End Date: 2025-07-08
Contract Duration: 368 days
Daily Burn Rate: $9.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: CASTNET BASE PROGRAM TASK ORDER (3003)
Place of Performance
Location: BLUE BELL, MONTGOMERY County, PENNSYLVANIA, 19422
Plain-Language Summary
Environmental Protection Agency obligated $3.5 million to WSP USA ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE INC. for work described as: CASTNET BASE PROGRAM TASK ORDER (3003) Key points: 1. Contract awarded to WSP USA Environment & Infrastructure Inc. for environmental consulting. 2. The contract is a delivery order under an existing contract. 3. The award was made under full and open competition. 4. The contract duration is approximately 368 days. 5. The total value of the award is $3,546,057.09.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $3.5M for environmental consulting services appears reasonable given the scope and duration. Benchmarking against similar EPA contracts for environmental consulting services would provide a more precise assessment.
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. This method typically leads to competitive pricing as multiple vendors have the opportunity to bid.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award is expected to yield fair pricing, maximizing the value of taxpayer funds for essential environmental services.
Public Impact
Supports EPA's environmental monitoring and consulting efforts. Ensures continued environmental data collection and analysis. Contributes to environmental protection and regulatory compliance.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Clear task order for environmental consulting
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Environmental Consulting Services sector, which is crucial for government agencies like the EPA to manage and assess environmental conditions. Spending in this sector supports regulatory compliance and public health.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses and the awardee is a large corporation. There is no specific information provided regarding small business subcontracting opportunities.
Oversight & Accountability
The award is a delivery order under an existing contract, suggesting that oversight mechanisms are already in place. Further review of the parent contract and the specific task order requirements would clarify oversight details.
Related Government Programs
- Environmental Consulting Services
- Environmental Protection Agency Contracting
- Environmental Protection Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed scope of work
- No information on specific performance metrics
- No comparison to government estimate
Tags
environmental-consulting-services, environmental-protection-agency, pa, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Environmental Protection Agency awarded $3.5 million to WSP USA ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE INC.. CASTNET BASE PROGRAM TASK ORDER (3003)
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is WSP USA ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Environmental Protection Agency (Environmental Protection Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $3.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2024-07-05. End: 2025-07-08.
What specific environmental services will WSP USA provide under this task order?
The task order is for Environmental Consulting Services (NAICS 541620). While the specific services are not detailed in the provided data, typical services include environmental assessments, site investigations, data analysis, regulatory support, and remediation planning to assist the EPA in its environmental protection mission.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract?
The provided data does not specify the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for this task order. Typically, KPIs for environmental consulting services would relate to data accuracy, timeliness of reports, adherence to regulatory standards, and successful completion of project milestones as defined in the Statement of Work.
How does the awarded price compare to the government's estimate or budget for this service?
The provided data does not include the government's estimate or budget for this service. Therefore, a direct comparison to assess if the awarded price of $3.5M is within budget or represents a cost savings cannot be made from this information alone.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Environmental Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 751 ARBOR WAY, BLUE BELL, PA, 19422
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Foreign Owned, Foreign-Owned and U.S.-Incorporated Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $3,811,778
Exercised Options: $3,811,778
Current Obligation: $3,546,057
Actual Outlays: $3,546,057
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 68HERH21D0006
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2024-07-05
Current End Date: 2025-07-08
Potential End Date: 2025-07-08 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-01-23
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