FEMA awards $17.5M task order for engineering services in NY under full and open competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $17,539,840 ($17.5M)
Contractor: Advancing Resilience in Communities
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2022-09-28
End Date: 2027-06-30
Contract Duration: 1,736 days
Daily Burn Rate: $10.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: FEMA R2 FY22 PTS TASK ORDER
Place of Performance
Location: NEW YORK, NEW YORK County, NEW YORK, 10007
State: New York Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $17.5 million to ADVANCING RESILIENCE IN COMMUNITIES for work described as: FEMA R2 FY22 PTS TASK ORDER Key points: 1. The contract focuses on engineering services for community resilience. 2. Full and open competition was utilized, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. The contract duration is substantial, spanning nearly five years. 4. The award is for FEMA Region 2, covering New York. 5. The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure requires close monitoring to ensure costs remain reasonable. Benchmarking against similar engineering service contracts is difficult without more detailed cost breakdowns.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The use of full and open competition is a positive indicator for price discovery. However, the Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can sometimes lead to higher final costs than fixed-price contracts.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential engineering services to enhance community resilience. The effectiveness of competition and cost controls will determine the ultimate value for taxpayers.
Public Impact
Enhances community resilience against natural disasters. Supports critical infrastructure improvements in New York. Provides engineering expertise for disaster recovery and preparedness efforts.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type
- Long contract duration
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Focus on community resilience
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330), a sector crucial for infrastructure development and disaster management. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on federal agency needs and national priorities.
Small Business Impact
The provided data does not indicate if small businesses were involved in this contract. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight will be critical given the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure to ensure efficient use of funds and prevent cost overruns. FEMA's contracting office and program managers are responsible for accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Federal Emergency Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type may lead to higher costs.
- Long contract duration increases risk exposure.
- Lack of detail on specific services and deliverables.
- Potential for scope creep without strict oversight.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-homeland-security, ny, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $17.5 million to ADVANCING RESILIENCE IN COMMUNITIES. FEMA R2 FY22 PTS TASK ORDER
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ADVANCING RESILIENCE IN COMMUNITIES.
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 $17.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2022-09-28. End: 2027-06-30.
What specific engineering services are included in this task order, and how do they directly contribute to advancing community resilience?
The task order likely encompasses a range of engineering disciplines such as structural, civil, and environmental engineering. These services would support activities like vulnerability assessments, design of protective infrastructure, development of mitigation strategies, and post-disaster recovery planning, all aimed at making communities more robust against various hazards.
What are the potential risks associated with the Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type for this long-term project?
The primary risk with CPFF is that the contractor has less incentive to control costs compared to fixed-price contracts, as their fee is fixed regardless of the final cost. This can lead to potential cost overruns if not rigorously monitored. The long duration increases the exposure to these risks over time.
How effectively does the 'full and open competition' ensure value for money given the CPFF structure?
Full and open competition is intended to drive down initial proposed costs by maximizing the bidder pool. However, for CPFF contracts, the ultimate value for money depends heavily on robust oversight and effective negotiation of the fixed fee and cost ceilings. Competition sets a baseline, but ongoing management is key to realizing savings.
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
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 100 AIRSIDE DR, MOON TOWNSHIP, PA, 15108
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $17,539,840
Exercised Options: $17,539,840
Current Obligation: $17,539,840
Actual Outlays: $7,745,907
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 70FA6021D00000003
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2022-09-28
Current End Date: 2027-06-30
Potential End Date: 2027-06-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-05-14
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