Pentagon Renovation Management Contract Awarded for $14.9M to AECOM/Parsons Joint Venture

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $16,081,328 ($16.1M)

Contractor: Aecom/Parsons, a Joint Venture

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2004-11-30

End Date: 2005-11-30

Contract Duration: 365 days

Daily Burn Rate: $44.1K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE

Sector: Other

Official Description: 200507!500011!9700!HQ0050!PENTAGON RENOVATION MANAGEMENT !MDA94701D0001 !A!N! !N!0005 ! !20041130!20051128!149022985!149022985!149022985!N!DMJM-3D/I A JOINT VENTURE !3101 WILSON BOULEVARD !ARLINGTON !VA!22201!03000!013!51!ARLINGTON !ARLINGTON !VIRGINIA !+000008264195!N!N!000000000000!R408!PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT SERVICES !C9E!ALL OTHER SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT !000 !* !541611!E! !5!A!S! ! ! !20200930!B! ! !A! !A!U!U!2!003!B! !Z!N!Z! ! !N!C!N! ! ! !A!A!A!A!000!A!B!N! ! ! !Y! ! !0001! !

Place of Performance

Location: VIENNA, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22182

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $16.1 million to AECOM/PARSONS, A JOINT VENTURE for work described as: 200507!500011!9700!HQ0050!PENTAGON RENOVATION MANAGEMENT !MDA94701D0001 !A!N! !N!0005 ! !20041130!20051128!149022985!149022985!149022985!N!DMJM-3D/I A JOINT VENTURE !3101 WILSON BOULEVARD !ARLINGTON !VA!22201!03000!013!51!ARLINGTON !ARLINGTON !VIRGINIA !+000008264195!N!N!00000000… Key points: 1. The contract was awarded for program management and support services related to the Pentagon renovation. 2. AECOM/Parsons, a joint venture, secured the contract through full and open competition. 3. The contract value is $14,902,298.50, with a duration of one year. 4. This spending falls under administrative management and general management consulting services.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The contract value of $14.9M for a one-year program management service appears reasonable given the scope of the Pentagon renovation. Benchmarking against similar large-scale government renovation projects 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, suggesting a robust price discovery process. This method typically leads to more competitive pricing as multiple bidders vie for the contract.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award is positive for taxpayers, likely resulting in a fair market price for the services rendered.

Public Impact

Supports the ongoing renovation of a critical national infrastructure, the Pentagon. Provides essential management and support services to ensure project efficiency. The award to a joint venture highlights collaboration in large-scale government projects.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

  • Contract duration is relatively short (1 year) for a major renovation project, potentially leading to follow-on contracts.
  • Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can sometimes lead to cost overruns if not closely monitored.

Positive Signals

  • Awarded through full and open competition.
  • Managed by a joint venture, indicating potential for specialized expertise.
  • Supports a high-profile and critical national infrastructure project.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the professional, scientific, and technical services sector, specifically management consulting. Spending in this area is common for large government projects requiring specialized expertise.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate any specific set-aside for small businesses. The award was made to a joint venture, AECOM/Parsons, which are typically larger entities.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by the Department of Defense through Washington Headquarters Services, suggesting established oversight mechanisms. However, specific details on oversight for this particular contract are not provided.

Related Government Programs

  • Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
  • Department of Defense Contracting
  • Washington Headquarters Services Programs

Risk Flags

  • Contract duration may be insufficient for the scope of renovation.
  • Potential for cost overruns with Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure.
  • Lack of specific small business participation noted.
  • Limited insight into detailed oversight mechanisms.

Tags

administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-defense, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $16.1 million to AECOM/PARSONS, A JOINT VENTURE. 200507!500011!9700!HQ0050!PENTAGON RENOVATION MANAGEMENT !MDA94701D0001 !A!N! !N!0005 ! !20041130!20051128!149022985!149022985!149022985!N!DMJM-3D/I A JOINT VENTURE !3101 WILSON BOULEVARD !ARLINGTON !VA!22201!03000!013!51!ARLINGTON !ARLINGTON !VIRGINIA !+000008264195!N!N!000000000000!R408!PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT SERVICES !C9E!ALL OTHER SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT !000 !* !541611!E! !5!A!S! ! ! !20200930!B! ! !A! !A!U!U!2!003!B! !Z!N!Z! ! !N!C!N! ! ! !A!A!A!A!000!A!B!N! ! ! !Y! ! !0001! !

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is AECOM/PARSONS, A JOINT VENTURE.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Washington Headquarters Services).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $16.1 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2004-11-30. End: 2005-11-30.

What is the total estimated cost of the entire Pentagon renovation project, and how does this $14.9M contract fit into the overall budget?

The provided data only details this specific contract for management and support services. Information regarding the total estimated cost of the entire Pentagon renovation project and how this contract aligns with that broader budget is not available in this dataset. Further research into Pentagon renovation budgets would be required to answer this question.

What specific risks are associated with the Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type for this renovation management, and how are they being mitigated?

Cost Plus Fixed Fee contracts carry the risk of contractor cost overruns if the fixed fee becomes disproportionately small compared to actual costs, potentially incentivizing inefficiency. Mitigation typically involves rigorous oversight, detailed cost tracking, and clear performance metrics to ensure the contractor remains focused on efficient project delivery within the agreed-upon fee structure.

How effectively has the AECOM/Parsons joint venture managed the Pentagon renovation support services, and what are the key performance indicators being tracked?

The effectiveness of the AECOM/Parsons joint venture's management of these services cannot be determined solely from the contract award data. Key performance indicators (KPIs) would typically be defined in the contract's statement of work, focusing on aspects like schedule adherence, budget management, quality of deliverables, and stakeholder satisfaction. Actual performance against these KPIs would require access to contract performance reports.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesManagement, Scientific, and Technical Consulting ServicesAdministrative Management and General Management Consulting Services

Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT)PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 3101 WILSON BLVD, ARLINGTON, VA, 22201

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $16,487,721

Exercised Options: $8,239,523

Current Obligation: $16,081,328

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: MDA94701D0001

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline

Start Date: 2004-11-30

Current End Date: 2005-11-30

Potential End Date: 2005-11-30 00:00:00

Last Modified: 2016-03-15

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