FEMA awards $31.6M A-E Production and Technical Services contract to COMPASS PTS JV

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $31,603,840 ($31.6M)

Contractor: Compass PTS JV, the

Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security

Start Date: 2022-09-30

End Date: 2024-03-29

Contract Duration: 546 days

Daily Burn Rate: $57.9K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE

Sector: Other

Official Description: ARCHITECT-ENGINEER (A-E) PRODUCTION AND TECHNICAL SERVICES (PTS) SUPPORT TO FEMA PTS ZONE 2/STANDARD OPERATIONS 2

Place of Performance

Location: ARLINGTON, ARLINGTON County, VIRGINIA, 22201

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Homeland Security obligated $31.6 million to COMPASS PTS JV, THE for work described as: ARCHITECT-ENGINEER (A-E) PRODUCTION AND TECHNICAL SERVICES (PTS) SUPPORT TO FEMA PTS ZONE 2/STANDARD OPERATIONS 2 Key points: 1. Contract awarded to COMPASS PTS JV for Architect-Engineer Production and Technical Services. 2. The contract has a value of $31.6 million and a duration of 546 days. 3. This is a delivery order under a larger contract, indicating a specific need for services. 4. The sector is Engineering Services, supporting FEMA's standard operations.

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 A-E services contracts is needed to assess pricing reasonableness.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, as a delivery order, the specific pricing for this task order would depend on the terms established in the base contract.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential engineering and technical support services for FEMA's disaster response operations.

Public Impact

Supports FEMA's critical mission in disaster response and recovery. Ensures availability of specialized engineering expertise for operational needs. Contract duration of over 1.5 years suggests ongoing support requirements.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type requires careful monitoring to control costs.
Delivery order structure may obscure true overall cost if not tracked against base contract.
Small business participation is not indicated.

Positive Signals

Awarded under full and open competition.
Supports a critical government function (FEMA).
Clear definition of services (A-E Production and Technical Services).

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector, which is crucial for infrastructure assessment, design, and technical support, particularly for agencies like FEMA involved in disaster management. Spending benchmarks for similar A-E services can vary widely based on project complexity and duration.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business subcontracting opportunities were included or pursued.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight will be crucial for the Department of Homeland Security and FEMA to ensure that the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure does not lead to excessive costs and that the services provided meet the required technical standards.

Related Government Programs

Engineering Services
Department of Homeland Security Contracting
Federal Emergency Management Agency Programs

Risk Flags

Potential for cost overruns due to Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure.
Lack of transparency on base contract value and total commitment.
No indication of small business participation.
Need for robust performance monitoring to ensure service quality.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Homeland Security awarded $31.6 million to COMPASS PTS JV, THE. ARCHITECT-ENGINEER (A-E) PRODUCTION AND TECHNICAL SERVICES (PTS) SUPPORT TO FEMA PTS ZONE 2/STANDARD OPERATIONS 2

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is COMPASS PTS JV, THE.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Federal Emergency Management Agency).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $31.6 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2022-09-30. End: 2024-03-29.

What is the total value of the base contract under which this delivery order was issued, and how does this $31.6M order compare to the overall contract ceiling?

The provided data only details this specific delivery order, not the base contract it falls under. To fully assess value, understanding the total contract ceiling and the remaining value available for future orders is essential. This context is crucial for determining if this $31.6M represents a significant portion of the overall contract or a routine task order.

How effectively were costs managed under the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure for this contract, and were there any significant cost variances from the initial estimates?

Assessing cost management effectiveness requires access to detailed financial reports and performance metrics beyond the initial award data. Without post-award financial data, it's impossible to determine if costs were managed effectively or if significant variances occurred. This information is vital for evaluating the true cost efficiency of the contract.

To what extent did the services provided under this contract contribute to FEMA's operational effectiveness during the contract period?

Evaluating the effectiveness of the A-E Production and Technical Services requires analyzing FEMA's operational outcomes during the contract period and correlating them with the support provided. Metrics such as response times, project completion rates, and the quality of technical assessments would be needed to determine the direct impact on FEMA's mission success.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services

Product/Service Code: ARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES › ARCH-ENG SVCS - GENERAL

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: ARCHITECT-ENGINEER FAR 6.102

Solicitation ID: 70FA6022R00000013

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 3101 WILSON BLVD, SUITE 900, ARLINGTON, VA, 22201

Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $31,603,840

Exercised Options: $31,603,840

Current Obligation: $31,603,840

Actual Outlays: $13,972,152

Subaward Activity

Number of Subawards: 12

Total Subaward Amount: $2,829,765

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: YES

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: 70FA6021D00000004

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline