DoD's $24.6M Repair Contract with Weston Solutions Inc. Awarded via Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $24,596,961 ($24.6M)
Contractor: Weston Solutions Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2019-07-23
End Date: 2020-10-23
Contract Duration: 458 days
Daily Burn Rate: $53.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 8
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: MINOR/EMERGENCY REPAIR FUNDING IGF::CT::IGF
Place of Performance
Location: HUNTSVILLE, MADISON County, ALABAMA, 35807
State: Alabama Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $24.6 million to WESTON SOLUTIONS INC for work described as: MINOR/EMERGENCY REPAIR FUNDING IGF::CT::IGF Key points: 1. The contract value is $24.6 million, awarded to Weston Solutions Inc. by the Department of Defense. 2. Full and open competition was utilized, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. The contract duration is 458 days, ending in October 2020. 4. The PSC code is blank, making sector benchmarking difficult. 5. The contract is for Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's firm fixed price structure suggests clear cost expectations. However, without specific unit costs or detailed breakdowns, a precise value assessment against similar contracts is challenging.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating multiple bidders were considered. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives fair value.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award is positive for taxpayers, as it likely drove down costs compared to a non-competitive process.
Public Impact
Taxpayers benefit from a competitive bidding process for this significant repair funding. The contract supports essential operations within the Department of Defense. The duration of the contract suggests a substantial scope of work. The lack of small business participation is noted.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of Small Business Participation
- Unspecified PSC Code hinders benchmarking
- Contract completed in 2020, limiting current relevance
Positive Signals
- Awarded via Full and Open Competition
- Firm Fixed Price contract type
- Clear contract value identified
Sector Analysis
The contract falls under Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations. Benchmarking is difficult due to the unspecified PSC code and the specialized nature of the services.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract did not involve small businesses (sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to understand if opportunities were missed or if the scope inherently excluded small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Defense, a large agency with established oversight mechanisms. However, the specific oversight applied to this particular contract is not detailed in the provided data.
Related Government Programs
- Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of Small Business Participation
- Unspecified PSC Code
- Contract completed in 2020
- Limited detail on specific services provided
- No indication of performance metrics or quality assurance
Tags
support-activities-for-oil-and-gas-opera, department-of-defense, al, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $24.6 million to WESTON SOLUTIONS INC. MINOR/EMERGENCY REPAIR FUNDING IGF::CT::IGF
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is WESTON SOLUTIONS INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $24.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2019-07-23. End: 2020-10-23.
What was the specific nature of the 'Minor/Emergency Repair Funding' and how did the firm fixed price align with the actual costs incurred?
The data indicates 'Minor/Emergency Repair Funding' was utilized for this contract. The firm fixed price suggests a pre-determined cost for the entire scope. Without detailed cost breakdowns or post-award financial reports, it's difficult to definitively assess if the fixed price accurately reflected the actual costs or if it represented optimal value for the services rendered.
Given the contract's completion in 2020, what are the current risks associated with its historical data for future procurement strategies?
The primary risk of using historical data from a 2020 contract is that market conditions, material costs, and labor rates have likely changed significantly. Relying on outdated benchmarks could lead to inaccurate cost estimates for current procurements. Furthermore, any lessons learned or performance issues from this contract might not be fully captured, potentially leading to repeated mistakes if not thoroughly reviewed.
How effective was the full and open competition in ensuring the best value for the government, considering the specialized nature of oil and gas support activities?
Full and open competition is generally effective in driving value by fostering a competitive environment. However, for highly specialized services like oil and gas support, the effectiveness can depend on the number and capability of qualified bidders. If the pool of eligible contractors was limited, the competition might have been less robust, potentially impacting the ultimate value achieved compared to a scenario with numerous highly competitive firms.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction › Support Activities for Mining › Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, ALTER REAL PROPERTY › MAINT, ALTER, REPAIR BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: W912DY15R0003
Offers Received: 8
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Weston Solutions Holdings, Inc.
Address: 1400 WESTON WAY, WEST CHESTER, PA, 19380
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $24,596,961
Exercised Options: $24,596,961
Current Obligation: $24,596,961
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 223
Total Subaward Amount: $10,505,064
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W912DY13G0006
IDV Type: BOA
Timeline
Start Date: 2019-07-23
Current End Date: 2020-10-23
Potential End Date: 2020-10-23 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2022-05-26
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