Coast Guard Awards $492K for Airfield Pavement Inspection Across Multiple Bases

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $492,201 ($492.2K)

Contractor: Clark Nexsen Inc

Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security

Start Date: 2025-06-27

End Date: 2026-07-31

Contract Duration: 399 days

Daily Burn Rate: $1.2K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 4

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Engineering Services

Official Description: INSPECT AIRFIELD PAVEMENT-AIRSTA SITKA,SAN FRANCISCO,PORT ANGELES,BASE NORTH BEND,AND AIRFAC CHARLESTON FY 2025. IN ACCORDANCE WITH PARAGRAPH 2(C) IMPLEMENTING THE PRESIDENT'S "DEPARTMENT OF GOVERNMENT EFFICIENCY" COST EFFICIENCY INITIATIVE 2/26/25.

Place of Performance

Location: CLEVELAND, CUYAHOGA County, OHIO, 44199

State: Ohio Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Homeland Security obligated $492,201.1 to CLARK NEXSEN INC for work described as: INSPECT AIRFIELD PAVEMENT-AIRSTA SITKA,SAN FRANCISCO,PORT ANGELES,BASE NORTH BEND,AND AIRFAC CHARLESTON FY 2025. IN ACCORDANCE WITH PARAGRAPH 2(C) IMPLEMENTING THE PRESIDENT'S "DEPARTMENT OF GOVERNMENT EFFICIENCY" COST EFFICIENCY INITIATIVE 2/26/25. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to CLARK NEXSEN INC for engineering services. 2. Focus on cost efficiency initiative for FY 2025. 3. Competition method was 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION'. 4. Project spans multiple Air Station locations and Airfield Charleston.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The contract value of $492,201.10 appears reasonable for engineering services related to airfield pavement inspection across multiple sites. Benchmarking against similar multi-site inspection contracts would provide further validation.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. This method typically leads to competitive pricing as multiple qualified vendors can bid.

Taxpayer Impact: The cost efficiency initiative aims to optimize taxpayer spending by ensuring competitive procurement for essential services.

Public Impact

Ensures safety and operational readiness of critical airfield infrastructure. Supports the Department of Homeland Security's cost efficiency goals. Provides essential engineering services for multiple U.S. Coast Guard installations.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Small business participation not indicated.
Potential for scope creep in multi-site inspections.

Positive Signals

Clear cost efficiency directive.
Full and open competition utilized.
Defined project duration and firm fixed price.

Sector Analysis

Engineering services for infrastructure inspection fall under the broader construction and engineering sector. Spending benchmarks for similar airfield maintenance and inspection contracts would be relevant for comparison.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this award (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis could explore if opportunities were missed for small businesses in this procurement.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract is subject to standard federal procurement oversight. The inclusion of a cost efficiency initiative suggests a focus on accountability and value for taxpayer money.

Related Government Programs

Engineering Services
Department of Homeland Security Contracting
U.S. Coast Guard Programs

Risk Flags

Lack of small business participation.
Potential for logistical challenges with multiple sites.
Reliance on a single contractor for diverse locations.
Need for robust quality assurance across all sites.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Homeland Security awarded $492,201.1 to CLARK NEXSEN INC. INSPECT AIRFIELD PAVEMENT-AIRSTA SITKA,SAN FRANCISCO,PORT ANGELES,BASE NORTH BEND,AND AIRFAC CHARLESTON FY 2025. IN ACCORDANCE WITH PARAGRAPH 2(C) IMPLEMENTING THE PRESIDENT'S "DEPARTMENT OF GOVERNMENT EFFICIENCY" COST EFFICIENCY INITIATIVE 2/26/25.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is CLARK NEXSEN INC.

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 $492,201.1.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2025-06-27. End: 2026-07-31.

What is the historical cost performance of CLARK NEXSEN INC on similar government contracts?

CLARK NEXSEN INC's historical cost performance on similar government contracts would be a key indicator of their ability to deliver within budget. Reviewing past contract awards, final costs versus initial estimates, and any documented cost overruns or savings would provide valuable insight into their reliability and efficiency. This information is crucial for assessing the value proposition of the current award.

Are there any specific risks associated with inspecting airfield pavement at multiple, geographically dispersed locations?

Inspecting airfield pavement at multiple, geographically dispersed locations presents risks such as increased travel costs, logistical complexities, and potential delays due to weather or site access issues. Ensuring consistent inspection standards across all sites and managing contractor performance remotely also pose challenges. The firm fixed price contract may mitigate some financial risk, but operational execution requires careful management.

How effectively does this contract contribute to the 'Department of Government Efficiency' initiative beyond the stated cost efficiency?

This contract directly addresses the 'Department of Government Efficiency' initiative by seeking cost efficiencies in essential infrastructure maintenance. Its effectiveness can be further measured by the actual cost savings realized compared to previous methods or alternative bids, the quality and timeliness of the inspections, and the long-term impact on airfield operational readiness. Quantifiable metrics on efficiency gains would demonstrate broader contribution.

Industry Classification

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

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

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 4

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 4525 MAIN ST STE 1400, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, 23462

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

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $649,561

Exercised Options: $492,201

Current Obligation: $492,201

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: YES

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: 70Z05018DCLANEX05

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline