State Department Awards $12.5M for Engineering Support Services to Copper River Enterprise Services, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $12,504,628 ($12.5M)
Contractor: Copper River Enterprise Services, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of State
Start Date: 2018-10-01
End Date: 2024-03-29
Contract Duration: 2,006 days
Daily Burn Rate: $6.2K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES.
Plain-Language Summary
Department of State obligated $12.5 million to COPPER RIVER ENTERPRISE SERVICES, LLC for work described as: THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single vendor, raising questions about competition. 2. Services are categorized under Facilities Support Services. 3. The contract duration is substantial, spanning over 2000 days. 4. No small business participation is indicated.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value is $12.5M over approximately 6 years. Without specific benchmarks for engineering support services in facilities management, it's difficult to definitively assess pricing. However, the lack of competition suggests potential for overpayment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract is listed as 'NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION', indicating a limited competition approach. This significantly restricts price discovery and may lead to higher costs for taxpayers.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competitive bidding for a contract of this size represents a potential risk to taxpayer funds, as optimal pricing may not have been achieved.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may be overpaying due to the absence of competitive bidding. The long duration of the contract limits opportunities for future cost savings through re-competition. Lack of transparency in the procurement process raises concerns about accountability.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition
- No small business participation
- Long contract duration
Positive Signals
- Clear statement of work (implied by engineering support)
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Facilities Support Services, a broad category that can encompass a wide range of activities. Benchmarking is difficult without more specific details on the engineering support provided.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this award (ss: false, sb: false). This is a missed opportunity to support small businesses and potentially leverage their specialized capabilities.
Oversight & Accountability
The limited competition and lack of small business involvement warrant further oversight to ensure the services are necessary and the pricing is reasonable. Accountability for the procurement decision is crucial.
Related Government Programs
- Facilities Support Services
- Department of State Contracting
- Department of State Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of competition
- Potential for overpricing
- No small business utilization
- Long contract duration
Tags
facilities-support-services, department-of-state, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of State awarded $12.5 million to COPPER RIVER ENTERPRISE SERVICES, LLC. THIS CONTRACT PROVIDES ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is COPPER RIVER ENTERPRISE SERVICES, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of State (Department of State).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $12.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2018-10-01. End: 2024-03-29.
What specific engineering support services are being provided under this contract, and how do they align with the Department of State's mission?
The contract specifies 'engineering support services' under Facilities Support Services. Without further detail, it's unclear if this includes design, maintenance, infrastructure upgrades, or specialized technical consulting. Understanding the precise nature of these services is crucial for assessing their necessity and value to the Department of State's operations and facilities management.
What justification was provided for awarding this contract on a limited competition basis, and were alternative competitive strategies considered?
The contract is marked as 'NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION'. A thorough review of the justification for this limited competition is essential. Agencies must demonstrate why full and open competition was not feasible. Understanding if any market research was conducted to identify potential competitors or if specific circumstances necessitated a sole-source or limited award is key to assessing procurement integrity.
How does the cost of these engineering support services compare to industry benchmarks or similar contracts awarded competitively?
Given the limited competition, a direct cost comparison is challenging. However, the $12.5M value over nearly six years necessitates a rigorous internal review or independent cost analysis. Comparing the per-unit cost of specific services (if identifiable) against industry standards or prices from competitively awarded contracts for similar facilities support would reveal potential inefficiencies or overpricing.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Facilities Support Services › Facilities Support Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1577 C ST STE 201, ANCHORAGE, AK, 99501
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Corporate Entity Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Tribally Owned Firm, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $14,754,044
Exercised Options: $14,754,044
Current Obligation: $12,504,628
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2018-10-01
Current End Date: 2024-03-29
Potential End Date: 2024-03-29 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-10-01
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