DOE Awards $50.8M for Secure Transport Training and Support to Project Enhancement Corporation
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $50,863,588 ($50.9M)
Contractor: Project Enhancement Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2020-02-17
End Date: 2026-08-16
Contract Duration: 2,372 days
Daily Burn Rate: $21.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: NEW SUPPORT SERVICE CONTRACT, TRAINING&FEDERAL AGENT SUPPORT FOR OFFICE OF SECURE TRANSPORTATION - NA-15.
Place of Performance
Location: BARLING, SEBASTIAN County, ARKANSAS, 72923
State: Arkansas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $50.9 million to PROJECT ENHANCEMENT CORPORATION for work described as: NEW SUPPORT SERVICE CONTRACT, TRAINING&FEDERAL AGENT SUPPORT FOR OFFICE OF SECURE TRANSPORTATION - NA-15. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Project Enhancement Corporation for essential training and support services. 2. The contract spans over six years, indicating a long-term need for these services. 3. Competition method was 'Full and Open', suggesting a robust price discovery process. 4. The sector is Environmental Consulting Services, with a significant dollar value.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $50.8M over approximately 6 years is substantial. Benchmarking against similar long-term support service contracts is necessary to fully assess value, especially given the Time and Materials pricing structure.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing. The use of a Delivery Order under a larger contract structure suggests a structured procurement process.
Taxpayer Impact: The significant contract value means taxpayer funds are being utilized for critical support services. Ensuring efficient use of these funds through competitive bidding is paramount.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operational support for the Office of Secure Transportation. Supports federal agents through specialized training and services. Long-term contract provides stability for service provision and workforce planning.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials pricing can lead to cost overruns if not closely monitored.
- Long contract duration may not adapt well to evolving technological needs.
- Specific details on performance metrics and penalties are not provided.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition should drive competitive pricing.
- Contract supports a critical national security function.
- Experienced contractor likely to provide reliable service.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Environmental Consulting Services (NAICS 541620). While the primary service is support and training, the NAICS code suggests a potential link to environmental aspects of secure transport operations or compliance.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses (ss: false, sb: false). There is no direct analysis of small business participation or subcontracting opportunities presented.
Oversight & Accountability
The award is a Delivery Order, implying it's part of a larger, potentially pre-existing contract. Oversight would involve monitoring performance against the Delivery Order's scope and the parent contract's terms.
Related Government Programs
- Environmental Consulting Services
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials pricing.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes effectiveness assessment difficult.
- NAICS code classification seems broad given the service description.
- Long contract duration may not be agile enough for evolving needs.
Tags
environmental-consulting-services, department-of-energy, ar, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Energy awarded $50.9 million to PROJECT ENHANCEMENT CORPORATION. NEW SUPPORT SERVICE CONTRACT, TRAINING&FEDERAL AGENT SUPPORT FOR OFFICE OF SECURE TRANSPORTATION - NA-15.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is PROJECT ENHANCEMENT CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $50.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2020-02-17. End: 2026-08-16.
What is the specific nature of the 'training and federal agent support' provided, and how does it align with the 'Environmental Consulting Services' NAICS code?
The provided data classifies the contract under NAICS 541620 (Environmental Consulting Services), yet the description focuses on 'Training & Federal Agent Support for Office of Secure Transportation'. This discrepancy requires clarification. It's possible the support involves environmental compliance related to secure transport, or the NAICS code is a broad categorization for the parent contract.
How does the Time and Materials pricing structure mitigate risks of cost overruns for a six-year contract?
Time and Materials (T&M) contracts carry inherent risks of cost escalation as they reimburse actual labor hours and material costs. For a six-year duration, robust oversight, clearly defined labor categories and rates, strict monitoring of hours, and strong change control processes are crucial to prevent uncontrolled spending and ensure taxpayer value.
What performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) are in place to ensure the effectiveness of the training and support services?
The provided data does not detail specific performance metrics or KPIs. Effectiveness is presumed based on the contractor's experience and the competitive award process. However, without defined metrics for training success rates, agent readiness, or support responsiveness, objectively measuring the contract's effectiveness and value realization is challenging.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Environmental Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: EDUCATION AND TRAINING › EDUCATION AND TRAINING SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 89233119QNA000086
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 20300 CENTURY BOULEVARD, SUITE 175, GERMANTOWN, MD, 20874
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Hispanic American Owned Business, Minority Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $53,668,637
Exercised Options: $53,668,637
Current Obligation: $50,863,588
Actual Outlays: $37,499,771
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS00F0004T
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2020-02-17
Current End Date: 2026-08-16
Potential End Date: 2026-08-16 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-03-26
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