DOT Awards $964K for Driver Education Technical Assistance to Highway Safety Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $964,344 ($964.3K)
Contractor: Highway Safety Services, Limited Liability Company
Awarding Agency: Department of Transportation
Start Date: 2020-09-28
End Date: 2026-03-30
Contract Duration: 2,009 days
Daily Burn Rate: $480/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: TITLE: DRIVER EDUCATION AND TRAINING TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO STATES THIS AGREEMENT IS TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT TO A GRANTEE FOR THE ONGOING-DEVELOPMENT, ENHANCEMENT, AND IMPLEMENTATION OF PROMISING PRACTICES FOR DRIVER EDUCATION
Place of Performance
Location: INDIANA, INDIANA County, PENNSYLVANIA, 15701
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Transportation obligated $964,343.93 to HIGHWAY SAFETY SERVICES, LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY for work described as: TITLE: DRIVER EDUCATION AND TRAINING TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO STATES THIS AGREEMENT IS TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT TO A GRANTEE FOR THE ONGOING-DEVELOPMENT, ENHANCEMENT, AND IMPLEMENTATION OF PROMISING PRACTICES FOR DRIVER EDUCATION Key points: 1. Contract focuses on developing and enhancing driver education practices. 2. Competition was full and open, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. Risk appears moderate given the focus on technical assistance and development. 4. Sector is administrative management and general management consulting services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar technical assistance contracts is difficult without more specific cost data.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating multiple bidders likely participated. This method generally promotes price discovery and competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used to improve driver education, potentially leading to safer roads and reduced accident costs in the long run.
Public Impact
Enhances driver education programs nationwide. Supports the development of safer driving practices. Aims to improve the overall quality of driver training.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can incentivize higher costs.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes outcome assessment challenging.
Positive Signals
- Focus on improving driver safety is a positive societal impact.
- Full and open competition suggests a fair procurement process.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under administrative management and general management consulting services. Spending in this category can vary widely depending on government needs for expert advice and program development.
Small Business Impact
The awardee is a Limited Liability Company, and the data indicates no specific set-aside for small businesses. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were involved as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is crucial to ensure the grantee effectively develops and implements promising practices for driver education.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Transportation Contracting
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
- Potential for cost overruns.
- Lack of specific performance metrics in the provided data.
- No explicit small business set-aside.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-transportation, pa, definitive-contract, 100k-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Transportation awarded $964,343.93 to HIGHWAY SAFETY SERVICES, LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. TITLE: DRIVER EDUCATION AND TRAINING TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO STATES THIS AGREEMENT IS TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT TO A GRANTEE FOR THE ONGOING-DEVELOPMENT, ENHANCEMENT, AND IMPLEMENTATION OF PROMISING PRACTICES FOR DRIVER EDUCATION
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is HIGHWAY SAFETY SERVICES, LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Transportation (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $964,343.93.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2020-09-28. End: 2026-03-30.
What specific metrics will be used to evaluate the success of the developed driver education practices?
The success of the developed driver education practices will be evaluated based on their adoption rate by states, documented improvements in driver behavior, and potential reductions in accident statistics attributable to enhanced training. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will likely monitor these outcomes through grantee reports and state-level data collection.
What are the primary risks associated with this Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract?
The primary risks with a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract include potential cost overruns if the grantee's actual costs exceed projections, as the government is obligated to cover allowable costs plus a predetermined fee. There's also a risk that the fixed fee may not adequately incentivize efficiency if not structured with clear performance expectations and oversight.
How will the effectiveness of the technical assistance be measured to ensure taxpayer value?
The effectiveness will be measured by the tangible improvements in driver education programs implemented by states as a result of the technical assistance. This includes assessing the quality and reach of new or enhanced training modules, the degree of state adoption, and ultimately, any measurable impact on road safety and accident reduction. Regular reporting and performance reviews by NHTSA will be key.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative 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: SEALED BID
Solicitation ID: 693JJ920R000058
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1434 TRIM TREE RD, INDIANA, PA, 15701
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $964,344
Exercised Options: $964,344
Current Obligation: $964,344
Actual Outlays: $964,344
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2020-09-28
Current End Date: 2026-03-30
Potential End Date: 2026-03-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-01
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