DoD's $42.8M Security Assessment & Training Center Expansion Engineering Support Services Contract Awarded to URS Federal Services International, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $42,834,073 ($42.8M)
Contractor: URS Federal Services International, Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2009-09-25
End Date: 2015-02-12
Contract Duration: 1,966 days
Daily Burn Rate: $21.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: SECURITY ASSESSMENT AND TRAINING CENTER EXPANSION ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES FOR A CONSTRUCTION EFFORT IN THE RUSSINA FEDERATION. TAS::97 0100::TAS
Place of Performance
Location: CHANTILLY, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 20151
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $42.8 million to URS FEDERAL SERVICES INTERNATIONAL, INC for work described as: SECURITY ASSESSMENT AND TRAINING CENTER EXPANSION ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES FOR A CONSTRUCTION EFFORT IN THE RUSSINA FEDERATION. TAS::97 0100::TAS Key points: 1. Contract awarded for engineering support services related to a construction effort. 2. The contract falls under the 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' NAICS code. 3. Awarded via full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. 4. The contract duration is substantial, spanning from 2009 to 2015.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The total award amount is significant, and without specific performance metrics or benchmarks for similar services, assessing value is challenging.
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. However, the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure may still present risks to optimal cost efficiency.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are utilized for engineering support services for a construction project. The effectiveness of competition and contract management will determine the ultimate value for taxpayers.
Public Impact
Supports a construction effort for a Security Assessment and Training Center. Services provided by URS Federal Services International, Inc., a known government contractor. Contract duration of nearly 6 years suggests a long-term need for these services. Awarded by the Department of Defense, indicating a focus on national security infrastructure.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can incentivize higher costs.
- Long contract duration may lead to scope creep or evolving requirements.
- Services are for a construction effort, which inherently carries cost and schedule risks.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Services are for a critical security assessment and training facility.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional, scientific, and technical services, specifically related to construction engineering support. Benchmarks for similar large-scale engineering support contracts for defense facilities would be needed for a precise comparison.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to URS Federal Services International, Inc., a large business. There is no indication of small business participation or subcontracting requirements in the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Defense, through the Defense Contract Management Agency, is responsible for oversight. The Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure necessitates diligent oversight to control costs and ensure performance.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Contract Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
- Long contract duration.
- Potential for cost overruns.
- Lack of specific performance data.
- Services tied to a construction effort.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-defense, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $42.8 million to URS FEDERAL SERVICES INTERNATIONAL, INC. SECURITY ASSESSMENT AND TRAINING CENTER EXPANSION ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES FOR A CONSTRUCTION EFFORT IN THE RUSSINA FEDERATION. TAS::97 0100::TAS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is URS FEDERAL SERVICES INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Contract Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $42.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-09-25. End: 2015-02-12.
What was the final cost of the project compared to the initial award amount, and were there significant cost overruns?
The provided data shows an award amount of $42,834,073.49. Without access to final expenditure reports or contract modifications, it's impossible to determine the final cost or if cost overruns occurred. Cost Plus Fixed Fee contracts are susceptible to overruns if not rigorously managed and monitored by the contracting agency.
How effectively did the full and open competition process ensure competitive pricing for these specialized engineering services?
While full and open competition is designed to foster competitive pricing, the Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract type can mitigate some of the cost-saving benefits. CPFF contracts reimburse actual costs plus a fixed fee, meaning the contractor has less incentive to minimize costs compared to fixed-price contracts. The agency's negotiation and oversight are crucial for achieving value.
What was the overall effectiveness of the engineering support services in contributing to the successful expansion of the Security Assessment and Training Center?
The provided data does not include performance metrics or end-user feedback on the effectiveness of the engineering support services. Assessing the project's success would require reviewing post-award performance evaluations, project completion reports, and potentially user satisfaction surveys from the Department of Defense.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: DTRA0101R0015
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Pae-Parsons Global Logistics Services, LLC
Address: 1500 W 3RD ST. STE 200, CLEVELAND, OH, 44113
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $43,227,525
Exercised Options: $43,227,525
Current Obligation: $42,834,073
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DTRA0101D0012
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-09-25
Current End Date: 2015-02-12
Potential End Date: 2015-02-12 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-11-17
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