Commerce's $32.2M Climate Data Modernization Program Awarded to Access Information Management Corp
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $32,199,245 ($32.2M)
Contractor: Access Information Management Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Commerce
Start Date: 2006-03-01
End Date: 2011-08-31
Contract Duration: 2,009 days
Daily Burn Rate: $16.0K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: DATA CONVERSION FOR THE CLIMATE DATA MODERNIZATION PROGRAM
Place of Performance
Location: MOUNT VERNON, ROCKCASTLE County, KENTUCKY, 40456
State: Kentucky Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Commerce obligated $32.2 million to ACCESS INFORMATION MANAGEMENT CORPORATION for work described as: DATA CONVERSION FOR THE CLIMATE DATA MODERNIZATION PROGRAM Key points: 1. The contract value is $32.2 million, supporting the Climate Data Modernization Program. 2. Awarded via a competitive delivery order, indicating some level of market engagement. 3. The contract duration spans over five years, from March 2006 to August 2011. 4. The sector appears to be industrial machinery manufacturing, with potential IT implications for data modernization.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $32.2 million for industrial machinery manufacturing seems within a reasonable range for a multi-year program. However, without specific benchmarks for climate data modernization hardware, a precise pricing assessment is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
This was awarded as a competitive delivery order, suggesting that multiple vendors had an opportunity to bid. The competitive nature likely contributed to price discovery, though the specific competition details are not provided.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for a program aimed at modernizing climate data systems, which could lead to improved climate research and services. The competitive award process aims to ensure value for money.
Public Impact
Modernization of climate data systems is crucial for scientific research and public understanding of climate change. The program supports the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in its mission. Investment in data infrastructure can lead to more accurate climate modeling and forecasting. The contract's duration suggests a significant, long-term commitment to climate data improvement.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific details on the competitive process.
- Unclear if the 'Industrial Machinery Manufacturing' PSC code fully captures the scope of 'Climate Data Modernization'.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through a competitive process.
- Supports a critical national program for climate data.
- Long-term contract duration indicates sustained effort.
Sector Analysis
The contract falls under 'All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing' but is for 'Climate Data Modernization,' suggesting a blend of hardware and potentially IT services. Benchmarking is difficult without clearer sector definition.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in this contract, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The award was made by the Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Oversight would focus on program execution, adherence to contract terms, and delivery of modernized climate data systems.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
- Department of Commerce Contracting
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential mismatch between PSC code and program scope.
- Limited transparency on the competitive process details.
- Lack of clear performance metrics for modernization success.
- Dependency on a single vendor for a critical program component.
Tags
all-other-industrial-machinery-manufactu, department-of-commerce, ky, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Commerce awarded $32.2 million to ACCESS INFORMATION MANAGEMENT CORPORATION. DATA CONVERSION FOR THE CLIMATE DATA MODERNIZATION PROGRAM
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ACCESS INFORMATION MANAGEMENT CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Commerce (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $32.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-03-01. End: 2011-08-31.
What specific technological advancements or infrastructure upgrades does the Climate Data Modernization Program entail, and how do they align with current climate science needs?
The program likely involves upgrading hardware for data storage, processing, and transmission, as well as potentially implementing new software for data analysis and visualization. The goal is to handle the increasing volume and complexity of climate data, enabling more sophisticated modeling and research to address pressing climate science questions and support policy decisions.
How effective was the competitive delivery order process in ensuring the best value for taxpayer money for this specific climate data modernization effort?
While a competitive delivery order suggests some level of price discovery, the effectiveness in ensuring best value depends on the number of bidders, the clarity of the requirements, and the evaluation criteria used. Without detailed information on the competition, it's difficult to definitively assess its effectiveness in securing optimal value for the $32.2 million investment.
What are the long-term implications of this contract's success or failure for NOAA's ability to provide critical climate information and services to the public and policymakers?
The success of this contract is vital for NOAA's mission. Failure could result in outdated or inaccessible climate data, hindering scientific research, climate modeling, and the provision of essential climate services. Conversely, successful modernization would enhance NOAA's capabilities, leading to improved climate predictions and informed decision-making.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Industrial Machinery Manufacturing › All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 500 UNICORN PARK DR STE 503, WOBURN, MA, 01801
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $36,239,927
Exercised Options: $35,688,668
Current Obligation: $32,199,245
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS25F0054L
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-03-01
Current End Date: 2011-08-31
Potential End Date: 2011-08-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2022-01-21
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