NASA Awards Jacobs Engineering $1.64M for Semiannual Groundwater Monitoring in California
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $1,642,898 ($1.6M)
Contractor: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc
Awarding Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Start Date: 2025-01-27
End Date: 2027-12-31
Contract Duration: 1,068 days
Daily Burn Rate: $1.5K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO CONDUCT THE ROUTINE FIELDWORK AND REPORTING FOR THE SEMIANNUAL GROUNDWATER LEVEL MEASUREMENTS AND GROUNDWATER SAMPLING ASSOCIATED WITH THE REVISED SITEWIDE WQSAP.
Place of Performance
Location: WEST HILLS, VENTURA County, CALIFORNIA, 91304
Plain-Language Summary
National Aeronautics and Space Administration obligated $1.6 million to JACOBS ENGINEERING GROUP INC for work described as: THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO CONDUCT THE ROUTINE FIELDWORK AND REPORTING FOR THE SEMIANNUAL GROUNDWATER LEVEL MEASUREMENTS AND GROUNDWATER SAMPLING ASSOCIATED WITH THE REVISED SITEWIDE WQSAP. Key points: 1. The contract focuses on routine fieldwork and reporting for groundwater level measurements and sampling. 2. Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is the sole awardee, indicating a lack of competition. 3. The task order is for a duration of 1068 days, ending in December 2027. 4. The primary sector appears to be environmental services within engineering. 5. The contract value is $1,642,898.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $1.64M over nearly three years for routine environmental monitoring seems reasonable for specialized fieldwork. Benchmarking against similar environmental consulting contracts would provide a clearer picture of value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This contract was not competed, suggesting a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs than if multiple firms had competed.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition may result in taxpayers paying more than necessary for these essential environmental services.
Public Impact
Ensures compliance with environmental regulations for NASA facilities. Supports ongoing environmental stewardship and site remediation efforts. Provides critical data for understanding groundwater quality and potential contamination. Maintains operational continuity for environmental monitoring programs.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- Potential for cost overruns due to sole-source award
Positive Signals
- Essential environmental monitoring services
- Long-term contract provides stability
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under engineering services, specifically environmental consulting related to groundwater monitoring. Spending in this area is driven by regulatory compliance and site management needs, often tied to federal land holdings.
Small Business Impact
The awardee is Jacobs Engineering Group Inc., a large business. There is no indication that small businesses were involved in this specific task order, either as prime contractors or subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is the contracting and funding agency. Oversight would typically involve contract management officials ensuring deliverables are met and funds are properly expended.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Contracting
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition.
- Potential for higher costs without competitive bidding.
- Lack of transparency regarding competition justification.
- Contract duration extends significantly, requiring ongoing monitoring.
Tags
engineering-services, national-aeronautics-and-space-administr, ca, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration awarded $1.6 million to JACOBS ENGINEERING GROUP INC. THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO CONDUCT THE ROUTINE FIELDWORK AND REPORTING FOR THE SEMIANNUAL GROUNDWATER LEVEL MEASUREMENTS AND GROUNDWATER SAMPLING ASSOCIATED WITH THE REVISED SITEWIDE WQSAP.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is JACOBS ENGINEERING GROUP INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (National Aeronautics and Space Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $1.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-01-27. End: 2027-12-31.
What is the justification for the sole-source award, and was a full and open competition analysis conducted?
The provided data states the contract was 'NOT COMPETED,' implying a sole-source justification was likely used. A thorough analysis would detail why full and open competition was not feasible, such as specific technical requirements or urgent needs, to ensure the government received the best value despite the lack of bidding.
How does the cost per sampling event compare to industry benchmarks for similar groundwater monitoring services?
Without specific details on the number of sampling events or locations, a direct per-unit cost comparison is difficult. However, the total contract value of $1.64M over nearly three years for routine fieldwork and reporting suggests a significant investment. Benchmarking against similar environmental contracts would reveal if this pricing is competitive or inflated due to the sole-source nature.
What are the specific performance metrics and reporting requirements to ensure the effectiveness of the groundwater monitoring?
The task order specifies 'routine fieldwork and reporting.' Effective oversight would require clearly defined performance metrics, such as timely data collection, adherence to sampling protocols, accuracy of measurements, and the quality and completeness of the semiannual reports. These metrics ensure the data gathered is reliable and supports the WQSAP objectives.
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: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: 80MSFC23DA005
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.
Address: 1999 BRYAN ST, DALLAS, TX, 75201
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $1,642,898
Exercised Options: $1,642,898
Current Obligation: $1,642,898
Actual Outlays: $915,106
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 4
Total Subaward Amount: $350,731
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 80MSFC23DA005
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-01-27
Current End Date: 2027-12-31
Potential End Date: 2027-12-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-10
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