DOE Awards $4.55M Task Order to Energy Technology Alliance LLC for NY Site Technical Assistance
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $4,545,000 ($4.5M)
Contractor: Energy Technology Alliance LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2025-12-18
End Date: 2029-01-03
Contract Duration: 1,112 days
Daily Burn Rate: $4.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: TASK ORDER FOR EM-NY SITE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE. ISSUED UNDER THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SITE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CONTRACTS (TAC) INDEFINITE DELIVERY/INDEFINITE QUANTITY CONTRACT.
Place of Performance
Location: BALLSTON SPA, SARATOGA County, NEW YORK, 12020
State: New York Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $4.5 million to ENERGY TECHNOLOGY ALLIANCE LLC for work described as: TASK ORDER FOR EM-NY SITE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE. ISSUED UNDER THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SITE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CONTRACTS (TAC) INDEFINITE DELIVERY/INDEFINITE QUANTITY CONTRACT. Key points: 1. The task order is for technical assistance at the EM-NY site. 2. Issued under the Environmental Management Site Technical Assistance Contracts (TAC) IDIQ. 3. The contract type is Time and Materials. 4. The awardee is Energy Technology Alliance LLC. 5. The period of performance is over 4 years.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The award amount of $4.55 million for a 4+ year task order appears reasonable given the scope of technical assistance. Benchmarking against similar remediation services contracts is difficult without more detailed cost breakdowns.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES,' indicating a limited competition. This method may impact price discovery compared to unrestricted full and open competition.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for environmental remediation technical assistance. The limited competition raises questions about whether the best possible price was achieved.
Public Impact
Ensures continued technical support for environmental management at the NY site. Supports the Department of Energy's mission to clean up legacy nuclear waste. Provides employment for Energy Technology Alliance LLC and its subcontractors.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition may lead to higher costs.
- Time and Materials contract type can incentivize longer durations.
- Lack of small business participation noted.
Positive Signals
- Addresses critical environmental remediation needs.
- Leverages existing IDIQ contract for efficiency.
- Long performance period ensures continuity of services.
Sector Analysis
This task order falls within the Environmental Remediation and Waste Management sector, specifically under Remediation Services (NAICS 562910). Spending in this sector is significant due to ongoing cleanup efforts at federal facilities.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small businesses were not directly awarded this task order (sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses are participating as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Energy's Office of Inspector General provides oversight for such contracts. Robust oversight is crucial to ensure funds are used effectively and contract terms are met.
Related Government Programs
- Remediation Services
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition may result in higher costs.
- Time and Materials contract type can lead to cost overruns if not closely managed.
- Lack of explicit small business participation.
- Performance risk associated with a long-duration task order.
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 $4.5 million to ENERGY TECHNOLOGY ALLIANCE LLC. TASK ORDER FOR EM-NY SITE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE. ISSUED UNDER THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SITE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CONTRACTS (TAC) INDEFINITE DELIVERY/INDEFINITE QUANTITY CONTRACT.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ENERGY TECHNOLOGY ALLIANCE LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $4.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-12-18. End: 2029-01-03.
What specific technical assistance is being provided under this task order, and how does it align with the overall goals of the EM-NY site remediation?
The task order focuses on 'technical assistance' for the EM-NY site. While the specific services are not detailed, it likely involves expertise in environmental engineering, regulatory compliance, and project management to support the cleanup and closure of the site. This aligns with the broader DOE mission of safely managing and disposing of nuclear waste and remediating contaminated sites.
Given the 'limited competition' award, what steps were taken to ensure the price was fair and reasonable, and what is the potential risk of inflated costs?
The 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES' suggests that while multiple sources were considered, not all were eligible or included. Agencies typically use historical pricing, market research, and cost realism analyses to ensure fair and reasonable pricing. However, limited competition inherently carries a higher risk of suboptimal pricing compared to broad, unrestricted competition.
What is the expected long-term impact of this technical assistance on the remediation progress and cost-effectiveness at the EM-NY site?
Effective technical assistance can accelerate remediation timelines, improve the quality of cleanup activities, and identify cost-saving opportunities through optimized strategies and technologies. The long performance period suggests a need for sustained expertise. The ultimate impact on cost-effectiveness will depend on the contractor's performance and the successful resolution of environmental challenges.
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: 7
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 850 SW 7TH ST STE 5, REDMOND, OR, 97756
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business, Joint Venture Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business, Joint Venture Women Owned Small Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $10,694,238
Exercised Options: $10,694,238
Current Obligation: $4,545,000
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 89303322DEM000083
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-12-18
Current End Date: 2029-01-03
Potential End Date: 2029-01-03 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-03-11
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