DOE/NNSA Awards $14.17M for Strategic Planning Technical Support to TechSource, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $14,171,873 ($14.2M)
Contractor: Techsource, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2020-09-18
End Date: 2026-05-17
Contract Duration: 2,067 days
Daily Burn Rate: $6.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR NATIONAL NUCLEAR SECURITY ADMINISTRATION'S (DOE/NNSA) OFFICE OF STRATEGIC PLANNING AND ANALYSIS (NA-183)
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20585
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $14.2 million to TECHSOURCE, LLC for work described as: TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR NATIONAL NUCLEAR SECURITY ADMINISTRATION'S (DOE/NNSA) OFFICE OF STRATEGIC PLANNING AND ANALYSIS (NA-183) Key points: 1. Contract awarded via full and open competition, suggesting market availability of services. 2. The contract's Time and Materials (T&M) pricing structure may pose cost control risks. 3. Services are for the Office of Strategic Planning and Analysis (NA-183) within NNSA. 4. The duration of the contract is over 6 years, indicating a long-term need.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract is a delivery order under a larger IDIQ, making direct price comparisons difficult. The Time and Materials (T&M) pricing model, while common for evolving needs, can lead to cost overruns if not closely managed.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating that multiple vendors were likely considered. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives fair value.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for necessary technical support services.
Public Impact
Ensures continuity of critical strategic planning and analysis functions for NNSA. Supports national security objectives by providing specialized technical expertise. Potential for cost increases due to the Time and Materials contract type.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials pricing
- Long contract duration (over 6 years)
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Supports critical national security mission
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330), a sector often characterized by specialized expertise and project-based work. Spending benchmarks for this sector vary widely based on the specific engineering discipline and project scope.
Small Business Impact
The contract data indicates that this award was not set aside for small businesses and the prime contractor, TechSource, LLC, is not identified as a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The award is a delivery order under a larger contract vehicle, suggesting existing oversight mechanisms. However, the T&M pricing necessitates vigilant monitoring by the agency to control costs and ensure performance.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials pricing.
- Long contract duration may not align with evolving strategic needs.
- Lack of transparency on the parent IDIQ contract value.
- Limited insight into small business subcontracting participation.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-energy, dc, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Energy awarded $14.2 million to TECHSOURCE, LLC. TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR NATIONAL NUCLEAR SECURITY ADMINISTRATION'S (DOE/NNSA) OFFICE OF STRATEGIC PLANNING AND ANALYSIS (NA-183)
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is TECHSOURCE, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $14.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2020-09-18. End: 2026-05-17.
What is the estimated total value of the IDIQ contract under which this delivery order was placed?
The provided data only details a specific delivery order valued at $14.17 million. The total value of the parent IDIQ contract is not specified. Understanding the overall contract ceiling and remaining capacity is crucial for assessing the long-term financial commitment and potential for future task orders.
How effectively is the Time and Materials pricing structure being monitored to prevent cost overruns?
The effectiveness of monitoring the T&M pricing relies heavily on the agency's oversight processes. Robust tracking of labor hours, material costs, and established ceilings is essential. Without specific details on the agency's monitoring protocols and performance metrics, it is difficult to definitively assess the risk mitigation effectiveness.
What specific strategic planning and analysis functions does this contract support within NNSA?
This contract supports the Office of Strategic Planning and Analysis (NA-183) within the National Nuclear Security Administration. The services likely involve providing technical expertise, data analysis, and strategic guidance related to NNSA's mission, potentially including nuclear nonproliferation, stockpile stewardship, and energy security.
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
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 89233120QNA000153
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1475 CENTRAL AVE, LOS ALAMOS, NM, 87544
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $14,914,932
Exercised Options: $14,909,932
Current Obligation: $14,171,873
Actual Outlays: $10,441,285
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 2
Total Subaward Amount: $7,208,458
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS00F003DA
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2020-09-18
Current End Date: 2026-05-17
Potential End Date: 2026-05-17 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-03-13
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