Army Awards $189.7M for Environmental R&D to Concurrent Technologies Corp
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $154,666,481 ($154.7M)
Contractor: Concurrent Technologies Corp
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 1998-04-30
End Date: 2004-09-30
Contract Duration: 2,345 days
Daily Burn Rate: $66.0K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: R&D
Official Description: 199808!2100!0494!AE30 !U.S. ARMY ARMAMENT RD&E CENTER !DAAE3098C1050 !A!*!* !19980430!20030430!189737810!189737810!189737810!N!0W151!CONCURRENT TECHNOLOGIES CORPOR!100 CTC DR !JOHNSTOWN !PA!15904!38288!021!42!JOHNSTOWN !CAMBRIA !PENN !0001!+000002313250!N!N!000000000000!AH96!RDTE/OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION-MGMT SUPPORT !S1 !SERVICES !1000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !7389!3!*!*!*!B!A!*!D !U!U!1!001!N!1G!Z!Y!Z!* !* !N!Z!*!*!*!A!A!A!*!* !*!N!A!C!N!*!*!*!*!*!
Place of Performance
Location: JOHNSTOWN, CAMBRIA County, PENNSYLVANIA, 15904
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $154.7 million to CONCURRENT TECHNOLOGIES CORP for work described as: 199808!2100!0494!AE30 !U.S. ARMY ARMAMENT RD&E CENTER !DAAE3098C1050 !A!*!* !19980430!20030430!189737810!189737810!189737810!N!0W151!CONCURRENT TECHNOLOGIES CORPOR!100 CTC DR !JOHNSTOWN !PA!15904!38288!021!42!JOHNSTOWN !CAMBRI… Key points: 1. Contract awarded for environmental protection and management support. 2. Concurrent Technologies Corp. is the sole awardee. 3. Significant contract value suggests a critical need for these services. 4. Long contract duration of over 5 years. 5. Sector is Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDTE).
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $189.7 million over five years is substantial. Without specific benchmarks for similar environmental R&D contracts, it's difficult to definitively assess pricing, but the duration and scope suggest a fair valuation for specialized services.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This contract was awarded on a sole-source basis, indicating that only one vendor was deemed capable of fulfilling the requirement. This limits price discovery and competition, potentially leading to higher costs than a competitive process.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers may be paying a premium due to the lack of competition, though the specialized nature of the work might justify the sole-source award.
Public Impact
Environmental R&D funding supports critical military infrastructure protection. Long-term contract provides stability for the awarded company and its employees. Potential for technological advancements in environmental management from this research. Sole-source award raises questions about cost-effectiveness for taxpayers. Contract supports a specific geographic region (Pennsylvania).
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 65 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition and price discovery.
- Long contract duration could lead to cost overruns if not managed effectively.
Positive Signals
- Significant investment in critical environmental R&D.
- Award to a single, potentially specialized, provider.
- Long-term commitment indicates strategic importance.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Defense sector, specifically within Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDTE) for environmental protection and management support. Spending in this area is crucial for maintaining military readiness and compliance with environmental regulations.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication that small businesses were involved in this sole-source award. The contract appears to be a direct award to a single large entity.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants close oversight to ensure the contractor is delivering value and that costs are reasonable. Robust performance monitoring by the Department of Defense is essential.
Related Government Programs
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of competition may lead to inflated costs.
- Sole-source awards can reduce transparency.
- Long contract duration increases risk of scope creep or inefficiency.
- Potential for contractor lock-in due to specialized nature of work.
Tags
department-of-defense, pa, definitive-contract, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $154.7 million to CONCURRENT TECHNOLOGIES CORP. 199808!2100!0494!AE30 !U.S. ARMY ARMAMENT RD&E CENTER !DAAE3098C1050 !A!*!* !19980430!20030430!189737810!189737810!189737810!N!0W151!CONCURRENT TECHNOLOGIES CORPOR!100 CTC DR !JOHNSTOWN !PA!15904!38288!021!42!JOHNSTOWN !CAMBRIA !PENN !0001!+000002313250!N!N!000000000000!AH96!RDTE/OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION-MGMT SUPPORT !S1 !SERVICES !1000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !7389!3!*!*!*!B!A!*!D !U!U!1!0
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CONCURRENT TECHNOLOGIES CORP.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Contract Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $154.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 1998-04-30. End: 2004-09-30.
What specific environmental R&D capabilities does Concurrent Technologies Corp. possess that justified a sole-source award?
The justification for a sole-source award typically rests on unique capabilities, proprietary technology, or specialized expertise that no other vendor can match. For this contract, Concurrent Technologies Corp. likely demonstrated specific, advanced knowledge or patented processes in environmental protection and management relevant to Army needs, making them the only viable option.
How does the $189.7 million cost compare to similar environmental R&D contracts within the Department of Defense?
Benchmarking this contract's cost is challenging without access to detailed cost breakdowns and comparable contract data. However, given the five-year duration and the specialized nature of R&D, the total value appears substantial. A thorough cost analysis would be needed to determine if it aligns with industry standards for similar research efforts.
What are the potential long-term environmental benefits or technological advancements expected from this $189.7 million investment?
The expected benefits likely include improved methods for managing hazardous materials, enhanced pollution control technologies, or innovative solutions for environmental remediation at military installations. The investment aims to ensure compliance with regulations and potentially develop cutting-edge environmental strategies that could have broader applications beyond the military.
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Contractor Details
Address: 100 CTC DR, JOHNSTOWN, PA, 15904
Business Categories: Category Business, Nonprofit Organization, Not Designated a Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Timeline
Start Date: 1998-04-30
Current End Date: 2004-09-30
Potential End Date: 2004-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2022-07-27
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