FEMA awards $34M for Alaska earthquake recovery technical support to CH2M HILL - CDM PA-TAC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $34,078,640 ($34.1M)
Contractor: CH2M Hill - CDM Pa-Tac Recovery Services
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2019-05-22
End Date: 2020-11-21
Contract Duration: 549 days
Daily Burn Rate: $62.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: PA-TAC IV TECHNICAL SUPPORT OF ZONE 3 FOR DR-4420-NE, COOK INLET EARTHQUAKE. DECLARED DISASTER ON 1/31/2019
Place of Performance
Location: LINCOLN, LANCASTER County, NEBRASKA, 68524
State: Nebraska Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $34.1 million to CH2M HILL - CDM PA-TAC RECOVERY SERVICES for work described as: PA-TAC IV TECHNICAL SUPPORT OF ZONE 3 FOR DR-4420-NE, COOK INLET EARTHQUAKE. DECLARED DISASTER ON 1/31/2019 Key points: 1. Contract awarded for critical post-disaster technical support in Alaska. 2. CH2M HILL - CDM PA-TAC RECOVERY SERVICES secured the contract. 3. Spending is within the administrative management and general management consulting services sector. 4. The contract duration was 549 days, ending in November 2020.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $34M for 549 days of service appears high for administrative management consulting. Benchmarking against similar disaster recovery contracts is needed for a 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 competitive bidding process. However, the specific pricing structure (Time and Materials) can sometimes lead to cost overruns if not closely managed.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential disaster recovery operations, aiming to restore affected areas efficiently.
Public Impact
Supports recovery efforts in Alaska following a major earthquake. Ensures continuity of essential government functions during a crisis. Provides specialized consulting services to manage complex disaster response.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials pricing can inflate costs without strict oversight.
- Contract duration and value warrant scrutiny for efficiency.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Supports critical disaster recovery mission.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under administrative management and general management consulting services, a broad category often used for specialized support. Benchmarks for similar disaster recovery consulting contracts are essential for evaluating cost-effectiveness.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was sought or achieved through subcontracting.
Oversight & Accountability
FEMA, as part of DHS, is responsible for overseeing this contract. Robust oversight is crucial, especially with Time and Materials contracts, to ensure costs remain justified and services are delivered effectively.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Federal Emergency Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- High contract value for consulting services.
- Time and Materials pricing structure.
- Extended contract duration.
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-homeland-security, ne, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $34.1 million to CH2M HILL - CDM PA-TAC RECOVERY SERVICES. PA-TAC IV TECHNICAL SUPPORT OF ZONE 3 FOR DR-4420-NE, COOK INLET EARTHQUAKE. DECLARED DISASTER ON 1/31/2019
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CH2M HILL - CDM PA-TAC RECOVERY SERVICES.
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 $34.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2019-05-22. End: 2020-11-21.
Was the $34M awarded value justified by the scope and duration of the technical support provided for the Alaska earthquake recovery?
The value of $34M for 549 days of administrative management and general management consulting services for disaster recovery is substantial. Without detailed task orders and performance metrics, it's difficult to definitively justify. However, the complexity of disaster response and the specialized nature of the services provided by CH2M HILL - CDM PA-TAC RECOVERY SERVICES suggest a significant effort was required. A comparative analysis with similar large-scale disaster recovery contracts would offer better insight into its reasonableness.
What were the primary risks associated with this Time and Materials contract, and how were they mitigated?
The primary risk with Time and Materials contracts is the potential for cost escalation if labor hours and material costs are not tightly controlled and monitored. Unforeseen complexities in the disaster recovery effort could lead to extended timelines and increased expenses. Mitigation strategies likely included detailed work breakdown structures, regular progress reporting, strict invoicing protocols, and potentially cost ceilings or fixed-price components for specific tasks to manage taxpayer exposure.
How effective was the technical support provided by CH2M HILL - CDM PA-TAC RECOVERY SERVICES in facilitating the DR-4420-NE recovery efforts?
The effectiveness of the technical support is best measured by the progress and efficiency of the overall disaster recovery operations in the Cook Inlet region. While this contract provided essential administrative and management consulting, its direct impact on the physical recovery is indirect. Success would be indicated by timely restoration of services, effective resource allocation, and adherence to recovery plans. Post-contract reviews and final recovery reports from FEMA would offer the most accurate assessment of effectiveness.
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: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc
Address: 2411 DULLES CORNER PARK STE 500, HERNDON, VA, 20171
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $34,078,640
Exercised Options: $34,078,640
Current Obligation: $34,078,640
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 61
Total Subaward Amount: $11,810,731
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 70FB8018D00000003
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2019-05-22
Current End Date: 2020-11-21
Potential End Date: 2022-11-10 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2022-11-16
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