DOE's $13.8M EM Mission Support Contract Awarded to Energy Enterprise Solutions, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $13,802,182 ($13.8M)
Contractor: Energy Enterprise Solutions, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2007-06-27
End Date: 2012-06-30
Contract Duration: 1,830 days
Daily Burn Rate: $7.5K/day
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COMBINATION (TWO OR MORE)
Sector: IT
Official Description: TECHNICAL AND BUSINESS SUPPORT FOR OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (EM) MISSION ACTIVITIES IN THE AREAS OF SOFTWARE DESIGN, SYSTEMS INTEGRATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE FOR EM MISSION SYSTEMS AND SITE ASSIST VISIT (SAV) PROCESS.
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20585
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $13.8 million to ENERGY ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS, LLC for work described as: TECHNICAL AND BUSINESS SUPPORT FOR OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (EM) MISSION ACTIVITIES IN THE AREAS OF SOFTWARE DESIGN, SYSTEMS INTEGRATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE FOR EM MISSION SYSTEMS AND SITE ASSIST VISIT (SAV) PROCESS. Key points: 1. Contract supports critical environmental management software and systems integration. 2. Energy Enterprise Solutions, LLC is the sole awardee. 3. Potential risks include vendor lock-in and reliance on a single provider. 4. The sector is IT services for government operations.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $13.8M over 5 years averages to approximately $2.76M annually. This appears to be a moderate investment for comprehensive technical and business support for a significant mission area.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This was a sole-source award, indicating a lack of competitive bidding. While potentially efficient for specific needs, it limits price discovery and may not secure the best market value.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are committed without the benefit of competitive pricing, potentially leading to higher costs than a fully competed contract.
Public Impact
Ensures continuity of essential environmental management IT systems. Supports the Department of Energy's mission-critical operations. Potential for cost inefficiencies due to sole-source nature.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 75 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition.
- Lack of clear performance metrics in provided data.
Positive Signals
- Supports a vital government mission.
- Long-term contract provides stability.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically focusing on software design, integration, and maintenance for government mission systems. Benchmarks for similar IT support contracts vary widely based on scope and complexity.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to a small business. There is no information provided on subcontracting opportunities for small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically be managed by the Department of Energy's contracting officers. The sole-source nature warrants close monitoring to ensure fair pricing and effective service delivery.
Related Government Programs
- Other Computer Related Services
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award
- Potential for higher costs
- Lack of competitive pricing discovery
- No small business set-aside indicated
Tags
other-computer-related-services, department-of-energy, dc, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Energy awarded $13.8 million to ENERGY ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS, LLC. TECHNICAL AND BUSINESS SUPPORT FOR OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (EM) MISSION ACTIVITIES IN THE AREAS OF SOFTWARE DESIGN, SYSTEMS INTEGRATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE FOR EM MISSION SYSTEMS AND SITE ASSIST VISIT (SAV) PROCESS.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ENERGY ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $13.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-06-27. End: 2012-06-30.
What was the justification for the sole-source award, and were alternatives considered?
The justification for a sole-source award is crucial for understanding why competition was bypassed. Agencies typically cite reasons such as unique capabilities, urgent needs, or lack of market availability. Without this justification, it's difficult to assess if the government received the best possible value or if opportunities for competitive pricing were missed.
How is the performance of Energy Enterprise Solutions, LLC being measured and evaluated under this contract?
Performance metrics are essential for ensuring the contractor meets the Department of Energy's needs effectively and efficiently. Key performance indicators (KPIs) related to system uptime, response times, software quality, and project delivery should be established and regularly reviewed to hold the contractor accountable and ensure taxpayer value.
What is the potential long-term cost implication of this sole-source award for the EM mission activities?
Sole-source contracts can sometimes lead to higher costs over time compared to competitive awards due to the absence of market pressure. Continuous monitoring of pricing, scope creep, and the potential for future competition is necessary to manage the long-term financial impact on the Environmental Management mission.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Contractor Details
Address: 656 QUINCE ORCHARD STE 500, GAITHERSBURG, MD, 90
Business Categories: Black American Owned Business, Category Business, Minority Owned Business, Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $13,912,980
Exercised Options: $13,912,980
Current Obligation: $13,802,182
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DEAM0106IM00054
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-06-27
Current End Date: 2012-06-30
Potential End Date: 2014-02-06 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2014-02-11
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