US Coast Guard Spends $18.5M on Deepwater Horizon Spill Support Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $18,536,933 ($18.5M)
Contractor: Global Pcci (GPC)
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2010-04-22
End Date: 2010-09-16
Contract Duration: 147 days
Daily Burn Rate: $126.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: SERVICES AND EQUIPMENT IN SUPPORT OF DEEP WATER HORIZON OIL SPILL ON BEHALF OF THE US COAST GUARD IN MISSISSIPPI AND/OR LOUISIANA
Place of Performance
Location: IRVINE, ORANGE County, CALIFORNIA, 92612
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $18.5 million to GLOBAL PCCI (GPC) for work described as: SERVICES AND EQUIPMENT IN SUPPORT OF DEEP WATER HORIZON OIL SPILL ON BEHALF OF THE US COAST GUARD IN MISSISSIPPI AND/OR LOUISIANA Key points: 1. The contract awarded to GLOBAL PCCI (GPC) for $18.5M supported the Deepwater Horizon oil spill response. 2. Services included facilities support, indicating a critical need during the environmental crisis. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. 4. The short duration (147 days) reflects the urgent and time-bound nature of the spill response.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract was Cost Plus Award Fee, which can lead to higher costs if not managed tightly. Benchmarking against similar disaster response contracts is difficult due to unique circumstances.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Full and open competition was utilized, which generally promotes competitive pricing. However, the urgency of the Deepwater Horizon spill may have influenced the final negotiated price.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used to address a major environmental disaster, with the cost reflecting the scale and complexity of the response effort.
Public Impact
Direct support to a major national environmental crisis. Involvement of the US Coast Guard in disaster response operations. Contracting through the Department of Defense for civilian agency support. Significant expenditure on facilities support services during an emergency.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Award Fee structure can incentivize higher costs.
- Limited contract duration may not reflect long-term needs or efficiencies.
- Specific performance metrics for award fee are not detailed.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Awarded by Department of Defense, indicating robust procurement processes.
- Supported critical national response to an environmental disaster.
Sector Analysis
Facilities Support Services (NAICS 561210) are essential for operational readiness and response. Spending benchmarks vary widely based on the type of facility and service intensity, but $18.5M for a 5-month emergency response is substantial.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to GLOBAL PCCI (GPC). Information on small business participation or subcontracting is not provided in the data, making it difficult to assess SMB impact.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Defense and Department of the Navy oversaw this contract. Given the emergency nature, oversight would focus on immediate operational needs and cost control.
Related Government Programs
- Facilities Support Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Navy Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Award Fee structure.
- Emergency procurement context.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Limited data on small business participation.
Tags
facilities-support-services, department-of-defense, ca, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $18.5 million to GLOBAL PCCI (GPC). SERVICES AND EQUIPMENT IN SUPPORT OF DEEP WATER HORIZON OIL SPILL ON BEHALF OF THE US COAST GUARD IN MISSISSIPPI AND/OR LOUISIANA
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GLOBAL PCCI (GPC).
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Navy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $18.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2010-04-22. End: 2010-09-16.
What were the specific award fee criteria and how were they measured to justify the award fee component of the contract?
The specific award fee criteria are not detailed in the provided data. Typically, for Cost Plus Award Fee contracts, criteria would relate to performance metrics such as timeliness, quality of service, cost control, and adherence to safety standards. The government would assess the contractor's performance against these pre-defined metrics to determine the amount of award fee paid.
How did the urgency of the Deepwater Horizon spill impact the pricing and negotiation process under full and open competition?
The extreme urgency of the Deepwater Horizon spill likely placed significant pressure on the negotiation process. While full and open competition was used, the immediate need for services may have limited the time available for extensive price analysis or negotiation, potentially leading to less favorable terms for the government compared to a non-emergency situation.
What was the long-term effectiveness of the facilities support services provided in mitigating the environmental impact of the spill?
The provided data focuses on the contract's financial and procurement aspects, not its operational effectiveness in mitigating the spill's environmental impact. Assessing long-term effectiveness would require analyzing the actual outcomes of the response efforts, the condition of affected areas post-cleanup, and the role these specific services played in that broader context.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Facilities Support Services › Facilities Support Services
Product/Service Code: OPERATION OF GOVT OWNED FACILITY › OPERATE GOVT OWNED BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: N0002406R4105
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE (R)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2465 CAMPUS DR, IRVINE, CA, 47
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $18,536,933
Exercised Options: $18,536,933
Current Obligation: $18,536,933
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: N0002407D4130
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2010-04-22
Current End Date: 2010-09-16
Potential End Date: 2010-09-16 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2010-10-11
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