DHS Coast Guard Awards $168M for Alaska Rescue 21 Sustainment and Vessel Traffic Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $16,838,302 ($16.8M)
Contractor: Tatitlek Federal Services LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2025-01-12
End Date: 2027-01-11
Contract Duration: 729 days
Daily Burn Rate: $23.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: RESCUE 21 ALASKA SUSTAINMENT AND VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: ANCHORAGE, ANCHORAGE County, ALASKA, 99503
State: Alaska Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $16.8 million to TATITLEK FEDERAL SERVICES LLC for work described as: RESCUE 21 ALASKA SUSTAINMENT AND VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Tatitlek Federal Services LLC for critical maritime safety infrastructure. 2. Sustaining the Rescue 21 system is vital for search and rescue operations in Alaska's challenging environment. 3. The contract duration of 729 days ensures continuity of essential services. 4. Focus on engineering services for a remote and demanding operational area.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract is a delivery order under a larger indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract. Specific pricing details for this order are not fully disclosed, but the firm-fixed-price structure suggests predictable costs.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES.' This suggests a competitive process but with specific limitations, potentially impacting the breadth of competition and price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used to ensure the operational readiness of a critical national security and safety system, providing value through enhanced maritime safety and response capabilities.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operation of the Rescue 21 system, a key component of the U.S. Coast Guard's search and rescue capabilities. Supports vessel traffic services, crucial for safe navigation in Alaska's busy and hazardous waterways. Maintains critical infrastructure for maritime domain awareness and emergency response in a geographically challenging region.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition may lead to higher costs.
- Dependence on a single contractor for critical sustainment.
Positive Signals
- Ensures continuity of essential services.
- Supports a vital national security mission.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under engineering services, specifically supporting maritime safety and communication systems. Spending in this sector is often driven by national security, public safety, and infrastructure maintenance needs, with significant government investment in specialized technical support.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates the awardee is Tatitlek Federal Services LLC. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business participation in this specific contract or subcontracting efforts.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is a delivery order under an existing IDIQ, suggesting prior oversight. However, the 'exclusion of sources' clause warrants scrutiny to ensure fair competition and value for taxpayer money.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- U.S. Coast Guard Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for reduced competition impacting price.
- Reliance on a single contractor for critical infrastructure.
- Complexity of operating in Alaska's remote environment.
- Need for specialized engineering expertise.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-homeland-security, ak, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $16.8 million to TATITLEK FEDERAL SERVICES LLC. RESCUE 21 ALASKA SUSTAINMENT AND VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is TATITLEK FEDERAL SERVICES LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (U.S. Coast Guard).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $16.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-01-12. End: 2027-01-11.
What specific technical capabilities does Tatitlek Federal Services LLC possess to justify their selection for sustaining the Rescue 21 system, and how were these capabilities benchmarked against pote
The justification for Tatitlek Federal Services LLC's selection likely stems from specialized knowledge of the Rescue 21 system, its unique operational environment in Alaska, and potentially prior performance on related contracts. Benchmarking would typically involve assessing technical proposals, past performance, and potentially cost competitiveness against other technically qualified firms, even if not all were allowed to bid.
What are the primary risks associated with the 'exclusion of sources' clause in this limited competition award, and what mitigation strategies are in place?
The primary risk is reduced price competition, potentially leading to higher costs for taxpayers. It could also limit innovation by excluding potentially capable firms. Mitigation strategies might include robust cost analysis by the government, clear justification for the exclusion, and potentially incorporating performance incentives to drive efficiency despite limited competition.
How effectively does the sustainment of the Rescue 21 system contribute to overall maritime safety and search and rescue mission success in Alaska, and are there alternative technological solutions be
The Rescue 21 system is fundamental to the Coast Guard's ability to locate distressed mariners and coordinate rescue efforts in Alaska's vast and challenging waters. Its effective sustainment directly translates to improved response times and higher survival rates. While this contract focuses on sustainment, the Coast Guard likely continuously evaluates emerging technologies for future upgrades or replacements.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT › INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 70Z04424RCMPL2501
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 561 E 36TH AVE, ANCHORAGE, AK, 99503
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Government, Native American Tribal Government, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Tribally Owned Firm, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $44,494,512
Exercised Options: $16,838,302
Current Obligation: $16,838,302
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 70Z04424DBOD60007
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-01-12
Current End Date: 2027-01-11
Potential End Date: 2030-01-11 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-12-16
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