DOE awards $18.9M for Clean Coal Engineering Services to Technology and Management Services, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $18,945,017 ($18.9M)
Contractor: Technology and Management Services, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2008-12-29
End Date: 2014-10-31
Contract Duration: 2,132 days
Daily Burn Rate: $8.9K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: R&D
Official Description: TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES TO THE OFFICE OF CLEAN COAL, OFFICE OF FOSSIL ENERGY.
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20585
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $18.9 million to TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. for work described as: TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES TO THE OFFICE OF CLEAN COAL, OFFICE OF FOSSIL ENERGY. Key points: 1. Contract awarded for essential engineering services to the Office of Clean Coal. 2. Technology and Management Services, Inc. secured the contract. 3. The contract spans over six years, indicating a long-term need. 4. Spending on engineering services is a significant component of federal R&D and infrastructure.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $18.9M over six years averages around $3.15M annually. Benchmarking against similar engineering service contracts requires more granular data on scope and labor hours, but this appears within a reasonable range for specialized federal projects.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Awarded as a competitive delivery order, suggesting multiple bids were considered. This method generally promotes price discovery and ensures fair market value is obtained for the services rendered.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers benefit from competitive bidding which aims to secure services at the best possible price, though the total cost is substantial.
Public Impact
Supports the Department of Energy's mission in clean coal technology research. Provides specialized engineering expertise crucial for complex energy projects. The duration of the contract suggests ongoing commitment to specific energy initiatives.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 88 / 10
Positive Signals
- Competitive award process
- Long-term engagement indicates sustained need and potential for impact
- Focus on clean energy technology
Sector Analysis
Engineering services are critical for federal agencies involved in research, development, and infrastructure projects. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on agency priorities, but consistent investment is often seen in areas like energy, defense, and transportation.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses had opportunities to participate as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Energy, indicating internal oversight. The competitive nature of the award suggests a degree of accountability in the selection process.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Contract duration is lengthy (over 6 years).
- No small business participation noted.
- Specific performance metrics are not publicly available for detailed assessment.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-energy, dc, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Energy awarded $18.9 million to TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC.. TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES TO THE OFFICE OF CLEAN COAL, OFFICE OF FOSSIL ENERGY.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $18.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-12-29. End: 2014-10-31.
What specific engineering challenges does the Office of Clean Coal face that necessitate such a long-term, high-value contract?
The Office of Clean Coal likely faces complex challenges related to optimizing existing fossil fuel infrastructure for reduced emissions, developing and scaling new clean coal technologies, and ensuring regulatory compliance. These issues require sustained, specialized engineering expertise over extended periods for research, design, testing, and implementation phases.
How does the performance of Technology and Management Services, Inc. on this contract compare to industry benchmarks for similar engineering services?
Assessing performance against industry benchmarks requires access to specific performance metrics, such as project completion rates, adherence to budget, quality of deliverables, and client satisfaction. Without this detailed performance data, it's difficult to definitively compare their effectiveness to industry standards for specialized federal engineering contracts.
What is the potential long-term environmental and economic impact of the projects supported by this engineering services contract?
The contract's impact hinges on the success of the clean coal initiatives it supports. Positive impacts could include reduced greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel power plants, advancements in carbon capture technologies, and the creation of a more sustainable energy sector. Economic impacts might involve job creation in related industries and the development of new energy technologies.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: DE-SOL-0000051
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: International Business Machines Corporation (UEI: 001368083)
Address: 800 N FREDERICK AVE, GAITHERSBURG, MD, 20879
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $18,947,537
Exercised Options: $18,947,537
Current Obligation: $18,945,017
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS23F0136P
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-12-29
Current End Date: 2014-10-31
Potential End Date: 2017-11-16 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-12-06
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