DOE's Portsmouth Facilities Support Services Contract Awarded for $203.5M to Portsmouth Mission Alliance, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $203,533,069 ($203.5M)
Contractor: Portsmouth Mission Alliance, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2016-01-15
End Date: 2022-07-25
Contract Duration: 2,383 days
Daily Burn Rate: $85.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF PORTSMOUTH INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITIES SUPPORT SERVICES THE PURPOSE OF THIS ACQUISITION IS TO PROVIDE INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT SERVICES AT THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE) PORTSMOUTH GASEOUS DIFFUSION PLANT (PGDP OR PORTS SITE), NEAR PIKETON, OHIO.
Place of Performance
Location: PIKETON, PIKE County, OHIO, 45661
State: Ohio Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $203.5 million to PORTSMOUTH MISSION ALLIANCE, LLC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF PORTSMOUTH INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITIES SUPPORT SERVICES THE PURPOSE OF THIS ACQUISITION IS TO PROVIDE INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT SERVICES AT THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE) PORTSMOUTH GASEOUS DIFFUSION PLANT (PGDP OR PORTS SITE), NEAR PIKETON, OHIO. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Portsmouth Mission Alliance, LLC for infrastructure support services. 2. The contract has a total value of $203.5 million. 3. Services are for the Department of Energy's Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant in Ohio. 4. The contract was awarded under full and open competition after exclusion of sources. 5. This contract falls under Facilities Support Services sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $203.5 million appears reasonable for a multi-year facilities support services contract at a large government facility. Benchmarking against similar large-scale infrastructure support contracts would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition after exclusion of sources, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and ensures fair market value.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for essential infrastructure support services.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operation and maintenance of critical infrastructure at the Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant. Supports the Department of Energy's mission in Ohio. Provides essential services that contribute to environmental cleanup and site management. Creates and sustains jobs within the local Ohio economy.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 85 / 10
Positive Signals
- Competitive award process
- Long-term contract for essential services
- Supports a key government facility
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Facilities Support Services sector, which includes a wide range of services for maintaining and operating buildings and grounds. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on the size and complexity of the facility.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates the prime contractor is Portsmouth Mission Alliance, LLC, and the 'sb' (small business) flag is false. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were utilized as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is managed by the Department of Energy. Oversight would typically involve contract performance reviews, financial audits, and adherence to service level agreements to ensure accountability and proper use of funds.
Related Government Programs
- Facilities Support Services
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to aging infrastructure or environmental factors.
- Risk of contractor performance degradation over a long contract duration.
- Dependence on a single prime contractor for critical site operations.
- Potential for scope creep or changes in government requirements impacting cost.
Tags
facilities-support-services, department-of-energy, oh, definitive-contract, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Energy awarded $203.5 million to PORTSMOUTH MISSION ALLIANCE, LLC. IGF::OT::IGF PORTSMOUTH INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITIES SUPPORT SERVICES THE PURPOSE OF THIS ACQUISITION IS TO PROVIDE INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT SERVICES AT THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE) PORTSMOUTH GASEOUS DIFFUSION PLANT (PGDP OR PORTS SITE), NEAR PIKETON, OHIO.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is PORTSMOUTH MISSION ALLIANCE, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $203.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2016-01-15. End: 2022-07-25.
What specific services are included under 'Infrastructure Support Services' for the Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant?
Infrastructure Support Services likely encompass a broad range of activities critical to the operation of the Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant. This typically includes maintenance of buildings and grounds, utilities management (power, water, waste), security, transportation, environmental services, and potentially specialized support related to the plant's historical functions. A detailed review of the contract's Statement of Work (SOW) would provide precise details on all included services.
What are the potential risks associated with a long-term facilities support contract at a former diffusion plant?
Risks include potential cost overruns due to unforeseen environmental remediation needs or aging infrastructure issues. There's also a risk of contractor performance degradation over time if not managed effectively. Changes in regulatory requirements or DOE's long-term site strategy could also impact the contract's scope and cost, requiring careful management and potential renegotiation.
How does the 'full and open competition after exclusion of sources' method impact the overall effectiveness and cost of this contract?
This method suggests that while the competition was intended to be broad, certain sources were excluded for specific reasons (e.g., specialized capabilities, past performance). This can lead to a more focused competition among qualified bidders, potentially resulting in better technical solutions. However, if the exclusion was too broad, it might limit the number of competitive bids, potentially impacting price discovery and overall cost-effectiveness compared to a truly unrestricted full and open competition.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Facilities Support Services › Facilities Support Services
Product/Service Code: UTILITIES AND HOUSEKEEPING › HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: DE-SOL-0006421
Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1425 HIGHAM ST RM 204, IDAHO FALLS, ID, 83402
Business Categories: Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $216,422,298
Exercised Options: $216,422,298
Current Obligation: $203,533,069
Actual Outlays: $53,490,750
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 74
Total Subaward Amount: $801,315,122
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2016-01-15
Current End Date: 2022-07-25
Potential End Date: 2022-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-01-16
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