DOE Awards $6.2M Task Order for WVDP Site Technical Assistance to FPM-AECOM JV1
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $6,208,449 ($6.2M)
Contractor: Fpm-Aecom JV1
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2023-01-12
End Date: 2026-09-12
Contract Duration: 1,339 days
Daily Burn Rate: $4.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: TASK ORDER EM-WVDP SITE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE. ISSUED UNDER THE EM SITE TACS IDIQ.
Place of Performance
Location: WEST VALLEY, CATTARAUGUS County, NEW YORK, 14171
State: New York Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $6.2 million to FPM-AECOM JV1 for work described as: TASK ORDER EM-WVDP SITE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE. ISSUED UNDER THE EM SITE TACS IDIQ. Key points: 1. The contract is for remediation services, a critical sector for environmental cleanup. 2. FPM-AECOM JV1, a joint venture, secured this task order. 3. The award was made under full and open competition after exclusion of sources. 4. The contract duration is over three years, indicating a significant project scope. 5. The total value is $6,208,448.92.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract is a Time and Materials (T&M) type, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed closely. Benchmarking T&M contracts for similar remediation services is challenging without more detailed scope information.
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.' This suggests an initial broad solicitation followed by a specific exclusion, which warrants further investigation into the rationale for exclusion. Price discovery may be impacted by the T&M nature and the exclusion of specific sources.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of Time and Materials pricing for a multi-year, multi-million dollar contract raises concerns about potential cost inefficiencies for taxpayers if not rigorously monitored.
Public Impact
Environmental cleanup efforts at the WVDP site will receive technical assistance. The Department of Energy is overseeing this critical remediation project. The duration of the contract suggests a long-term commitment to site cleanup. Taxpayer funds are allocated for environmental remediation services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials pricing structure
- Competition method 'after exclusion of sources'
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition
- Supports critical environmental remediation
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Environmental Remediation Services sector, which is crucial for managing legacy nuclear sites. Spending in this sector is often driven by long-term government mandates and cleanup requirements, with significant variability based on site complexity and cleanup phase.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates the awardee is a joint venture (FPM-AECOM JV1) and that small business participation (ss) is false. Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities exist for small businesses within this large contract.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Energy is the contracting and awarding agency. Oversight will be critical to manage the Time and Materials contract effectively and ensure adherence to the scope of work and budget, especially given the 'after exclusion of sources' competition method.
Related Government Programs
- Remediation Services
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Time and Materials contract type
- Competition method 'after exclusion of sources'
- No explicit small business participation noted
- Long contract duration without detailed scope
Tags
remediation-services, department-of-energy, ny, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Energy awarded $6.2 million to FPM-AECOM JV1. TASK ORDER EM-WVDP SITE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE. ISSUED UNDER THE EM SITE TACS IDIQ.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is FPM-AECOM JV1.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $6.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-01-12. End: 2026-09-12.
What was the specific justification for excluding sources in the 'full and open competition after exclusion of sources' process, and how did this impact the final price?
The justification for excluding sources is not provided in the data. This exclusion could limit competitive pressure, potentially leading to a higher price than if all qualified sources had been allowed to compete. Understanding the rationale is key to assessing value for money and ensuring fair competition.
What are the specific risks associated with using a Time and Materials contract for a three-year, multi-million dollar remediation project, and what mitigation strategies are in place?
The primary risk of T&M contracts is the potential for cost escalation due to undefined scope or inefficient labor. Mitigation strategies typically include robust oversight, detailed work breakdown structures, labor rate ceilings, and clear performance metrics to ensure efficient execution and control costs.
How effectively will the technical assistance provided under this task order contribute to the overall goals of the WVDP site remediation, and what metrics will be used to measure success?
The effectiveness will depend on the clarity of the task order's objectives and the expertise of FPM-AECOM JV1. Success metrics should be defined within the contract, potentially including milestones met, technical challenges overcome, cost savings identified, and adherence to safety and environmental standards.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Remediation and Other Waste Management Services › Remediation Services
Product/Service Code: NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT › NATURAL RESOURCES - OTHER SVCS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 181 KENWOOD AVE, ONEIDA, NY, 13421
Business Categories: Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Minority Owned Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, SBA Certified 8 a Joint Venture, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $9,241,266
Exercised Options: $9,241,266
Current Obligation: $6,208,449
Actual Outlays: $5,200,688
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 89303322DEM000084
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-01-12
Current End Date: 2026-09-12
Potential End Date: 2026-09-12 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-12-31
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