DOE Awards $210M for Moab Site Environmental Remediation to North Wind Portage
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $210,240,865 ($210.2M)
Contractor: North Wind Portage, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2016-10-01
End Date: 2022-03-31
Contract Duration: 2,007 days
Daily Burn Rate: $104.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF THIS A FIXED PRICE AND FIXED UNIT RATE TASK ORDER WITH A COST REIMBURSABLE CLIN FOR EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION AT THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY'S MOAB SITE IN MOAB, UTAH. THIS TASK ORDER IS BEING ISSUED UNDER THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT NATIONWIDE IDIQ SET ASIDE CONTRACT DEEM0000842 AND IS FOR THE PURPOSE OF OPERATING AND MAINTAINING THE DOE MOAB AND CRESCENT JUNCTION SITES. OPERATING ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: EXCAVATING RESIDUAL RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL AT THE MOAB SITE AND TRANSPORTING THE RRM VIA RAIL TO THE DOE CRESCENT JUNCTION SITE FOR PLACEMENT, COMPACTION AND DISPOSAL. THIS TASK ORDER IS ALSO FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONTINUOUS PLACEMENT OF INTERIM COVER, EXCAVATION AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE PHASE 3 DISPOSAL CELL AT THE DOE CRESCENT JUNCTION SITE, AND THE REMEDIATION OF THE FINAL VICINITY PROPERTY.
Place of Performance
Location: MOAB, GRAND County, UTAH, 84532
State: Utah Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $210.2 million to NORTH WIND PORTAGE, INC. for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF THIS A FIXED PRICE AND FIXED UNIT RATE TASK ORDER WITH A COST REIMBURSABLE CLIN FOR EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION AT THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY'S MOAB SITE IN MOAB, UTAH. THIS TASK ORDER IS BEING ISSUED UNDER THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT NATIONW… Key points: 1. Significant contract for environmental remediation services at a critical DOE site. 2. Competition method indicates a focus on achieving competitive pricing. 3. Risk of cost overruns exists due to the complexity of environmental cleanup. 4. The sector is environmental remediation, a specialized and often costly field.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract is a fixed-price task order, which generally provides good value by capping costs. However, the cost-reimbursable CLIN for equipment and vehicles introduces some risk of price variability.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition after exclusion of sources, suggesting a robust price discovery process. This method aims to ensure the government receives competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process is designed to maximize taxpayer value by securing services at the best possible price for a complex environmental cleanup operation.
Public Impact
Ensures continued cleanup of radioactive material at the Moab site. Supports job creation and economic activity in the Moab, Utah region. Addresses long-term environmental and public health concerns. Demonstrates federal commitment to nuclear site remediation.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns on cost-reimbursable portions.
- Long duration of the contract may lead to unforeseen challenges.
- Complexity of environmental remediation can impact timelines and costs.
Positive Signals
- Fixed-price structure for core services provides cost certainty.
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Addresses a critical national environmental need.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the environmental remediation sector, which is characterized by specialized services, complex regulatory environments, and significant project costs. Spending in this sector is often driven by government mandates and legacy site cleanups.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses and was awarded to North Wind Portage, Inc. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business subcontracting opportunities exist within this large prime contract.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is managed by the Department of Energy, which has established oversight mechanisms for environmental remediation projects. The fixed-price nature of the primary CLIN aids in accountability, though the cost-reimbursable portion requires diligent monitoring.
Related Government Programs
- Remediation Services
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost overruns on cost-reimbursable CLIN.
- Delays due to unforeseen site conditions.
- Long-term environmental monitoring requirements.
- Worker safety and health risks.
- Potential for regulatory changes impacting remediation.
Tags
remediation-services, department-of-energy, ut, delivery-order, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Energy awarded $210.2 million to NORTH WIND PORTAGE, INC.. IGF::OT::IGF THIS A FIXED PRICE AND FIXED UNIT RATE TASK ORDER WITH A COST REIMBURSABLE CLIN FOR EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION AT THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY'S MOAB SITE IN MOAB, UTAH. THIS TASK ORDER IS BEING ISSUED UNDER THE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT NATIONWIDE IDIQ SET ASIDE CONTRACT DEEM0000842 AND IS FOR THE PURPOSE OF OPERATING AND MAINTAINING THE DOE MOAB AND CRESCENT JUNCTION SITES. OPERATING ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: EXCAVATING RESIDUAL RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL AT THE MOAB SIT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is NORTH WIND PORTAGE, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $210.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2016-10-01. End: 2022-03-31.
What is the estimated cost per unit of radioactive material remediated?
The provided data does not specify a per-unit cost for radioactive material remediation. The contract is structured as a fixed-price task order with a cost-reimbursable CLIN for equipment and vehicles. Detailed cost breakdowns for specific remediation activities are not publicly available in this summary.
What are the primary risks associated with the long-term operation and maintenance of the Moab site?
Primary risks include potential environmental releases, unforeseen geological conditions impacting excavation and disposal, fluctuating material transport costs, and the long-term health and safety of workers. The extended duration also increases the possibility of regulatory changes or technological obsolescence impacting remediation strategies.
How effectively does the competition method ensure cost-effectiveness for taxpayer dollars?
The 'full and open competition after exclusion of sources' method is designed to foster competition and drive down prices. By allowing all eligible sources to bid, it increases the likelihood of securing services at a competitive rate, thereby promoting cost-effectiveness for taxpayer funds.
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
Solicitation ID: DE-SOL-0008477
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1075 S UTAH AVE STE 200, IDAHO FALLS, ID, 83402
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $211,249,307
Exercised Options: $211,249,307
Current Obligation: $210,240,865
Actual Outlays: $66,536,109
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DEEM0000842
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2016-10-01
Current End Date: 2022-03-31
Potential End Date: 2024-07-23 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-06-09
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