FEMA's $33.7M Hurricane Harvey PA TAC Contract Awarded to NISTAC E, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $33,750,659 ($33.8M)
Contractor: Nistac E, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2017-09-17
End Date: 2019-01-07
Contract Duration: 477 days
Daily Burn Rate: $70.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::CT::IGF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE (PA) TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CONTRACTS (TAC) III CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING, INSURANCE, AND OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES SUPPORTING THE PA PROGRAM AS A RESULT OF HURRICANE HARVEY DR-4332-TX.
Place of Performance
Location: AUSTIN, TRAVIS County, TEXAS, 78702
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $33.8 million to NISTAC E, LLC for work described as: IGF::CT::IGF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE (PA) TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CONTRACTS (TAC) III CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING, INSURANCE, AND OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES SUPPORTING THE PA PROGRAM AS A RESULT OF HURRICANE HARVEY DR-4332-TX. Key points: 1. Contract supports engineering and professional services for Hurricane Harvey recovery. 2. Awarded under full and open competition, indicating broad market access. 3. Significant contract value suggests substantial need for technical assistance. 4. Focus on Texas recovery highlights regional disaster response efforts.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $33.7M for engineering and professional services appears reasonable given the scope of support required for Hurricane Harvey recovery. Benchmarking against similar large-scale disaster recovery technical assistance contracts would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, allowing all eligible contractors to bid. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives the best value.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for essential disaster recovery services.
Public Impact
Directly addresses critical infrastructure and public services impacted by Hurricane Harvey. Supports the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in its disaster response and recovery mission. Engineering and insurance services are vital for rebuilding and restoring affected communities in Texas.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration of 477 days may be insufficient for long-term recovery needs.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes assessing effectiveness challenging.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Supports a critical national need for disaster recovery assistance.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector, specifically supporting public assistance programs. Spending in this area often spikes after major natural disasters, with significant federal investment in recovery and rebuilding efforts.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved as subcontractors or prime contractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight is primarily managed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The contract's performance and adherence to terms would be subject to FEMA's internal review processes and potentially GAO audits.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Federal Emergency Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for insufficient contract duration for long-term recovery.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Limited insight into small business participation.
- Need for granular service breakdown for full understanding.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-homeland-security, tx, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $33.8 million to NISTAC E, LLC. IGF::CT::IGF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE (PA) TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CONTRACTS (TAC) III CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING, INSURANCE, AND OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES SUPPORTING THE PA PROGRAM AS A RESULT OF HURRICANE HARVEY DR-4332-TX.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is NISTAC E, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Federal Emergency Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $33.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2017-09-17. End: 2019-01-07.
What was the specific breakdown of engineering, insurance, and other professional services provided under this contract?
The provided data does not detail the specific allocation of funds or effort across engineering, insurance, and other professional services. A more granular breakdown would be necessary to understand the precise nature of the support and its impact on the Public Assistance program's recovery objectives following Hurricane Harvey.
How effectively did the services provided by NISTAC E, LLC contribute to the overall recovery efforts in Texas post-Hurricane Harvey?
The effectiveness of NISTAC E, LLC's services is not explicitly detailed in the provided data. Assessing effectiveness would require reviewing FEMA's performance evaluations, project completion reports, and the measurable impact on the restoration of public services and infrastructure in the affected areas.
Were there any cost overruns or significant deviations from the original contract scope during its performance period?
The provided data does not mention any cost overruns or scope deviations. The contract value is listed as $33,750,658.58, and the award type is 'Delivery Order,' suggesting a defined scope. However, a full review of contract modifications and performance reports would be needed for a definitive answer.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: ARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES › ARCH-ENG SVCS - GENERAL
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 12420 MILESTONE CENTER DRIVE STE 150, GERMANTOWN, MD, 20876
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $45,107,710
Exercised Options: $33,750,659
Current Obligation: $33,750,659
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HSFEHQ12D0882
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2017-09-17
Current End Date: 2019-01-07
Potential End Date: 2021-04-20 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-04-22
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