DoD Awards $124M Architect-Engineering Contract to URS Group for Remediation Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $49,367,426 ($49.4M)
Contractor: URS Group, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2005-11-04
End Date: 2008-04-19
Contract Duration: 897 days
Daily Burn Rate: $55.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: 200603!000092!5700!FA3002!AETC CONS/CC !FA890304D8679 !A!N! !N!SK02 ! !20051104!20060905!124645677!124252052!043271568!N!URS GROUP, INC !9901 IH-10 WEST, SUITE 350!SAN ANTONIO !TX!78230!37200!047!28!KEESLER AFB !HARRISON !MISS !+000002925000!N!N!000000000000!C211!ARCHITECT-ENGINEERING SERVICES !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !000 !NOT DISCERNABLE !541330!E! !5!B!M! !A! !99990909!B! ! !A! !A!N!U!2!027!D! !Z!Y!Z! ! !N!C!N! ! ! !Z!Z!A!A!000!A!B!Y! !N! ! ! !FA3002!0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: BILOXI, HARRISON County, MISSISSIPPI, 39534
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $49.4 million to URS GROUP, INC. for work described as: 200603!000092!5700!FA3002!AETC CONS/CC !FA890304D8679 !A!N! !N!SK02 ! !20051104!20060905!124645677!124252052!043271568!N!URS GROUP, INC !9901 IH-10 WEST, SUITE 350!SAN ANTONIO !TX!78230!37200!047!28!KEESLER AFB !HARR… Key points: 1. Contract awarded to URS Group, Inc. for architect-engineering services. 2. The contract has a base value of $124.25M with a potential value of $124.64M. 3. Competition was full and open, indicating a competitive bidding process. 4. The sector is Construction, specifically remediation services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's base value is $124,252,052, with a potential ceiling of $124,645,677. Without specific unit costs or benchmarks for architect-engineering services in remediation, a precise value assessment is difficult. However, the multiple award nature suggests a competitive pricing environment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting that multiple qualified bidders had the opportunity to submit proposals. This method generally promotes price discovery and can lead to more competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award is positive for taxpayers, as it likely resulted in a more favorable price than a sole-source or limited competition scenario.
Public Impact
Supports environmental cleanup efforts at Keesler AFB, Mississippi. Provides essential architect-engineering services for construction and remediation projects. The contract duration is approximately 3 years, ensuring continuity of services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 55 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns in remediation projects.
- Contract duration may not fully cover long-term remediation needs.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports critical environmental remediation efforts.
- Contract has a defined ceiling value.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Construction sector, specifically focusing on architect-engineering services for remediation. The value of $124M is significant for this type of specialized service, suggesting a substantial project scope.
Small Business Impact
While the contract was awarded to URS Group, Inc., a large business, the data does not indicate any specific subcontracting goals or participation by small businesses in this award. Further investigation into subcontracting plans would be needed.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Air Force, part of the Department of Defense. Standard oversight mechanisms for federal contracts would apply, including performance monitoring and financial accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Remediation Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Contract value is substantial.
- Remediation projects can be complex and prone to unforeseen costs.
- Long-term effectiveness of remediation requires ongoing monitoring.
- Small business participation not explicitly detailed.
Tags
remediation-services, department-of-defense, ms, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $49.4 million to URS GROUP, INC.. 200603!000092!5700!FA3002!AETC CONS/CC !FA890304D8679 !A!N! !N!SK02 ! !20051104!20060905!124645677!124252052!043271568!N!URS GROUP, INC !9901 IH-10 WEST, SUITE 350!SAN ANTONIO !TX!78230!37200!047!28!KEESLER AFB !HARRISON !MISS !+000002925000!N!N!000000000000!C211!ARCHITECT-ENGINEERING SERVICES !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !000 !NOT DISCERNABLE !541330!E! !5!B!M! !A! !999
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is URS GROUP, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Air Force).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $49.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2005-11-04. End: 2008-04-19.
What is the breakdown of the $124M contract value across different remediation phases or services?
The provided data does not detail the specific allocation of the $124.25M base value or the $124.64M potential ceiling across various remediation phases or architect-engineering services. Further documentation would be required to understand the cost breakdown for specific tasks, such as site assessment, design, and oversight.
What are the key environmental risks being addressed by this contract at Keesler AFB?
The data identifies the contract as being for 'Remediation Services' and 'Architect-Engineering Services' at Keesler AFB. Specific environmental risks are not detailed, but such contracts typically address issues like hazardous waste disposal, soil and groundwater contamination, or the cleanup of former industrial sites.
How effective has URS Group, Inc. been in similar remediation contracts with the DoD?
The effectiveness of URS Group, Inc. on this specific contract cannot be determined from the provided data alone. A comprehensive assessment would require reviewing past performance evaluations, contract completion records, and any documented successes or failures on similar remediation projects undertaken by the company for the Department of Defense.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Remediation and Other Waste Management Services › Remediation Services
Product/Service Code: ARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES › ARCH-ENG SVCS - GENERAL
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: AECOM Global II, LLC (UEI: 043271568)
Address: 10101 REUNION PLACE, SUITE, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: FA890304D8679
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2005-11-04
Current End Date: 2008-04-19
Potential End Date: 2008-04-19 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2011-03-31
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