DOE Awards $2.1M Task Order for Los Alamos NRDA Support to Industrial Economics Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $2,099,949 ($2.1M)
Contractor: Industrial Economics Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2023-09-13
End Date: 2026-09-23
Contract Duration: 1,106 days
Daily Burn Rate: $1.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT AND RESTORATION PLANNING EFFORTS FOR THE LOS ALAMOS NATIONAL LABORATORY TRUSTEE COUNCIL NATURAL RESOURCE DAMAGE ASSESSMENT (NRDA). THIS TASK ORDER BUILDS ON THE WORK COMPLETED THUS F
Place of Performance
Location: CAMBRIDGE, MIDDLESEX County, MASSACHUSETTS, 02140
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $2.1 million to INDUSTRIAL ECONOMICS INC for work described as: THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT AND RESTORATION PLANNING EFFORTS FOR THE LOS ALAMOS NATIONAL LABORATORY TRUSTEE COUNCIL NATURAL RESOURCE DAMAGE ASSESSMENT (NRDA). THIS TASK ORDER BUILDS ON THE WORK COMPLETED THUS F Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Industrial Economics Inc. for administrative support and restoration planning. 2. Focus on Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) at Los Alamos National Laboratory. 3. Task order duration is 1106 days, ending September 2026. 4. Service category is Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract is a Time and Materials (T&M) type, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The total award amount is $2,099,948.97.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the specific details of the price discovery mechanism are not provided.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for administrative support and planning related to environmental restoration at a national laboratory.
Public Impact
Supports environmental restoration efforts at a key national laboratory. Ensures administrative continuity for the Trustee Council's NRDA activities. Funds consulting services for complex natural resource management.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials contract type can increase cost uncertainty.
- Long duration (1106 days) requires sustained oversight.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Supports critical environmental assessment and planning.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under administrative and management consulting services, a common category for government support functions. Benchmarks for similar NRDA support contracts are not readily available but are typically project-dependent.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to a small business (sb: false).
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight will be crucial given the T&M contract type and the long duration to ensure efficient use of taxpayer funds and adherence to project goals.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to T&M contract.
- Long contract duration requires sustained oversight.
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.
- NRDA projects can be complex and subject to unforeseen challenges.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-energy, ma, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Energy awarded $2.1 million to INDUSTRIAL ECONOMICS INC. THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT AND RESTORATION PLANNING EFFORTS FOR THE LOS ALAMOS NATIONAL LABORATORY TRUSTEE COUNCIL NATURAL RESOURCE DAMAGE ASSESSMENT (NRDA). THIS TASK ORDER BUILDS ON THE WORK COMPLETED THUS F
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is INDUSTRIAL ECONOMICS INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $2.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-09-13. End: 2026-09-23.
What is the expected outcome of the restoration planning efforts funded by this task order?
The task order aims to provide administrative support and restoration planning for the Los Alamos National Laboratory Trustee Council's Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA). The expected outcome is a well-defined plan for restoring natural resources impacted by environmental damage, supported by efficient administrative processes. This contributes to the long-term environmental health and recovery of the affected areas.
What are the primary risks associated with the Time and Materials contract structure for this project?
The primary risks of a Time and Materials (T&M) contract for this project include potential cost overruns if labor hours and material costs are not closely monitored and controlled. There's also a risk of scope creep, where the project expands beyond its original intent without a corresponding increase in funding or a formal change order. Effective oversight is critical to mitigate these risks.
How does this contract contribute to the overall effectiveness of the NRDA program at Los Alamos?
This contract contributes to the effectiveness of the NRDA program by ensuring that the Trustee Council has the necessary administrative support and planning expertise. Efficient administrative functions streamline the assessment and restoration processes, while dedicated planning efforts help to define clear, actionable steps for environmental recovery. This ultimately supports the program's goal of addressing and remediating natural resource damages.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT › NATURAL RESOURCES - OTHER SVCS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 89303423QEM000006
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2067 MASSACHUSETTS AVE, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02140
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $2,116,880
Exercised Options: $2,116,880
Current Obligation: $2,099,949
Actual Outlays: $1,326,855
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 47QRAA20D0044
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-09-13
Current End Date: 2026-09-23
Potential End Date: 2026-09-23 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-02-23
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