DOT Awards $1.6M for Purple Line Project Management Oversight to David Evans & Associates

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $1,613,250 ($1.6M)

Contractor: David Evans and Associates, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Transportation

Start Date: 2025-05-30

End Date: 2029-10-29

Contract Duration: 1,613 days

Daily Burn Rate: $1.0K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE

Sector: Transportation

Official Description: THE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUIREMENT IS OR DAVID EVANS & ASSOCIATES, INC. TO PROVIDE FTA REGION 3 WITH PROJECT MANAGEMENT OVERSIGHT SERVICES FOR THE MTA NATIONAL CAPITAL PURPLE LINE PROJECT.

Place of Performance

Location: PORTLAND, MULTNOMAH County, OREGON, 97201

State: Oregon Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Transportation obligated $1.6 million to DAVID EVANS AND ASSOCIATES, INC. for work described as: THE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUIREMENT IS OR DAVID EVANS & ASSOCIATES, INC. TO PROVIDE FTA REGION 3 WITH PROJECT MANAGEMENT OVERSIGHT SERVICES FOR THE MTA NATIONAL CAPITAL PURPLE LINE PROJECT. Key points: 1. Contract awarded via full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 2. Services focus on project management oversight for a major transit infrastructure project. 3. The contract duration is approximately 4.5 years, indicating a long-term need. 4. The award is a delivery order under an existing contract, potentially indicating prior vetting of the contractor.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar project management oversight contracts is difficult without more detailed cost breakdowns.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which typically fosters competitive pricing. However, as a delivery order, the initial pricing may have been established under a previous solicitation.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential project oversight, aiming to ensure efficient and effective delivery of a significant public infrastructure project.

Public Impact

Ensures oversight of the Purple Line project, a major public transportation initiative. Supports the Federal Transit Administration's role in managing large-scale infrastructure. Contributes to the successful completion of a project with significant regional impact.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can incentivize higher costs.
Delivery order structure may limit current price discovery.
Project complexity and duration present inherent risks.

Positive Signals

Awarded through full and open competition.
Focus on critical project management oversight.
Long-term contract duration aligns with project timeline.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under administrative management and general management consulting services, specifically for large-scale infrastructure projects. Spending in this category can vary widely depending on the complexity and scale of the projects being managed.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates this contract was not set-aside for small businesses and the contractor, David Evans & Associates, Inc., is likely a larger firm. There is no explicit indication of small business participation in this specific award.

Oversight & Accountability

As a delivery order under a larger contract, oversight may be embedded within the parent contract's framework. The Federal Transit Administration is responsible for overseeing the contractor's performance and ensuring adherence to contract terms.

Related Government Programs

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Department of Transportation Contracting
Federal Transit Administration Programs

Risk Flags

Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
Long project duration (approx. 4.5 years).
Complexity of the Purple Line project.
Potential for scope creep in large infrastructure projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Transportation awarded $1.6 million to DAVID EVANS AND ASSOCIATES, INC.. THE PURPOSE OF THIS REQUIREMENT IS OR DAVID EVANS & ASSOCIATES, INC. TO PROVIDE FTA REGION 3 WITH PROJECT MANAGEMENT OVERSIGHT SERVICES FOR THE MTA NATIONAL CAPITAL PURPLE LINE PROJECT.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is DAVID EVANS AND ASSOCIATES, INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Transportation (Federal Transit Administration).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $1.6 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2025-05-30. End: 2029-10-29.

What is the total value of the parent contract under which this delivery order was issued, and how does the fixed fee component compare to industry standards for similar oversight services?

The provided data does not include the total value of the parent contract or a detailed breakdown of the fixed fee. To assess value, further information is needed on the parent contract's scope and the fixed fee's percentage relative to the estimated cost. Benchmarking against similar large-scale transit project oversight contracts would be necessary for a comprehensive evaluation.

What specific project management oversight functions will David Evans & Associates, Inc. perform, and what are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this delivery order?

The requirement specifies project management oversight services for the MTA National Capital Purple Line Project. Detailed functions would typically include schedule management, cost control, risk management, quality assurance, and stakeholder communication. Key performance indicators would likely be defined within the contract's statement of work, focusing on timely reporting, adherence to budget, and successful milestone achievement.

How will the Federal Transit Administration ensure that the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure does not lead to excessive costs for taxpayers, given the project's complexity and duration?

The FTA will likely employ robust contract administration and oversight. This includes regular audits, performance reviews, and strict adherence to the contract's defined scope and cost ceilings. The fixed fee component provides some incentive for efficiency, but the agency must actively monitor expenditures and contractor performance to mitigate potential cost overruns inherent in CPFF contracts.

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: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 2100 S. RIVER PARKWAY, SUITE 100, PORTLAND, OR, 97201

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $4,319,091

Exercised Options: $4,319,091

Current Obligation: $1,613,250

Actual Outlays: $385,266

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: YES

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: 69319524D000007

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline