Coast Guard Engineering Services Task Order Awarded to Bowhead Mission Solutions for $2.26M

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $2,262,862 ($2.3M)

Contractor: Bowhead Mission Solutions, LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security

Start Date: 2024-04-01

End Date: 2027-03-31

Contract Duration: 1,094 days

Daily Burn Rate: $2.1K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Number of Offers Received: 4

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: US COAST GUARD CIVIL ENGINEERING UNIT ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES - OASIS SB POOL 1 TASK ORDER

Place of Performance

Location: JUNEAU, JUNEAU County, ALASKA, 99802

State: Alaska Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Homeland Security obligated $2.3 million to BOWHEAD MISSION SOLUTIONS, LLC for work described as: US COAST GUARD CIVIL ENGINEERING UNIT ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES - OASIS SB POOL 1 TASK ORDER Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single vendor, Bowhead Mission Solutions, LLC. 2. The contract is for engineering support services, falling under NAICS code 541330. 3. This is a firm-fixed-price delivery order with a duration of 1094 days. 4. The award was made under full and open competition after exclusion of sources. 5. The total award amount is $2,262,862.18.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The firm-fixed-price contract type suggests a clear understanding of scope and cost. Benchmarking against similar engineering services contracts would provide further pricing validation, but the award amount appears reasonable for a multi-year support task order.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition after exclusion of sources, indicating a competitive process was initiated. This method aims to ensure fair pricing and access to a broad range of qualified contractors.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process is designed to secure the best value for taxpayer dollars by fostering price discovery and ensuring services are procured efficiently.

Public Impact

Ensures critical engineering support for U.S. Coast Guard operations. Supports infrastructure maintenance and development in Alaska. Provides specialized engineering expertise for complex projects. Contributes to the operational readiness of the Coast Guard.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Potential for vendor lock-in if follow-on work is heavily reliant on this specific vendor.
Limited visibility into specific performance metrics without further data.
Geographic concentration in Alaska may limit broader competition for future similar needs.

Positive Signals

Firm-fixed-price contract promotes cost control.
Competitive award process suggests potential for good value.
Long-term contract provides stability for essential services.
Supports a critical national security agency.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector, characterized by specialized technical expertise and project management. Spending benchmarks for similar services can vary widely based on scope, duration, and geographic location, but this award appears within a typical range for a multi-year support contract.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss: false, sb: false). While this specific task order did not involve small businesses, future contracting opportunities should consider set-asides to promote small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

The award was made by the Department of Homeland Security, indicating oversight from a federal agency. Further analysis of performance reviews and contract close-out procedures would be needed to assess accountability.

Related Government Programs

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

Risk Flags

Limited small business participation.
Geographic concentration of services.
Potential for sole-source follow-on work.
Lack of detailed performance metrics in provided data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Homeland Security awarded $2.3 million to BOWHEAD MISSION SOLUTIONS, LLC. US COAST GUARD CIVIL ENGINEERING UNIT ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES - OASIS SB POOL 1 TASK ORDER

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is BOWHEAD MISSION SOLUTIONS, 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 $2.3 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2024-04-01. End: 2027-03-31.

What specific engineering disciplines are covered under this task order, and how do they align with the Coast Guard's current and future needs?

The task order falls under NAICS code 541330 (Engineering Services), which broadly covers services such as civil, mechanical, electrical, and environmental engineering. Specific disciplines would be detailed in the task order's statement of work. Alignment with Coast Guard needs would depend on the specific projects and infrastructure requirements in Alaska, potentially including design, analysis, and oversight for facilities, vessels, or navigation systems.

What were the key evaluation criteria used in the full and open competition, and how did Bowhead Mission Solutions demonstrate superior capability or pricing?

Typical evaluation criteria for such contracts include technical approach, past performance, key personnel, and price. The 'exclusion of sources' clause suggests that initial sources were identified, and then a competitive process followed among those deemed capable. Bowhead Mission Solutions likely demonstrated a strong combination of relevant experience, a sound technical plan, and a competitive price to win the award.

How will the performance of Bowhead Mission Solutions be monitored to ensure effective delivery of engineering services and adherence to the firm-fixed-price contract?

Performance will likely be monitored through regular progress reports, site inspections, and milestone reviews, as outlined in the contract's performance work statement. The U.S. Coast Guard contracting officer's representative (COR) will be responsible for overseeing the contractor's adherence to technical requirements and delivery schedules. The firm-fixed-price structure incentivizes the contractor to manage costs effectively to maintain profitability.

Industry Classification

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

Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Solicitation ID: 70Z08723RJUNE24257103

Offers Received: 4

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 6564 LOISDALE CT STE 900, SPRINGFIELD, VA, 22150

Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, American Indian Owned Business, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $4,154,798

Exercised Options: $2,262,862

Current Obligation: $2,262,862

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GS00Q14OADS109

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline