FAA Awards $9.4M CWO Contract to Vero Technical Support for Professional Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $9,407,431 ($9.4M)
Contractor: Vero Technical Support, Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Transportation
Start Date: 2025-07-09
End Date: 2026-05-31
Contract Duration: 326 days
Daily Burn Rate: $28.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: CONTRACT WEATHER (CWO) PROGRAM AREA 6
Place of Performance
Location: PENSACOLA, ESCAMBIA County, FLORIDA, 32504
State: Florida Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Transportation obligated $9.4 million to VERO TECHNICAL SUPPORT, INC for work described as: CONTRACT WEATHER (CWO) PROGRAM AREA 6 Key points: 1. Contract value of $9.4 million for weather services. 2. Competition was full and open after exclusion of sources. 3. Risk appears moderate given the service type and duration. 4. Spending is within the professional, scientific, and technical services sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $9.4 million for a 326-day period appears reasonable for specialized weather support services. Benchmarking against similar professional services contracts would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition after exclusion of sources, suggesting a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better pricing for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for essential weather support services.
Public Impact
Ensures continued operation of the Contract Weather (CWO) Program. Supports critical aviation safety and operational decision-making. Provides specialized technical services to the Federal Aviation Administration.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration of 326 days is relatively short, potentially leading to future re-competition costs.
- No small business participation noted.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports a critical government function (aviation weather).
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' NAICS code. Spending in this broad category can vary significantly, but this award represents a modest investment in specialized technical support.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates no small business participation in this contract. Opportunities for small businesses in this sector may exist in subcontracting roles or through future, smaller contract vehicles.
Oversight & Accountability
The Federal Aviation Administration is responsible for overseeing this contract. Standard procurement regulations and performance monitoring should ensure accountability and effective service delivery.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Transportation Contracting
- Federal Aviation Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- No small business participation.
- Short contract duration may necessitate frequent re-competition.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics in the provided data.
- Potential for vendor lock-in if specialized knowledge is required.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-transportation, fl, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Transportation awarded $9.4 million to VERO TECHNICAL SUPPORT, INC. CONTRACT WEATHER (CWO) PROGRAM AREA 6
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is VERO TECHNICAL SUPPORT, INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Transportation (Federal Aviation Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $9.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-07-09. End: 2026-05-31.
What is the historical cost performance of the CWO program?
Historical cost data for the CWO program is not provided in this dataset. A comprehensive value assessment would require analyzing past contract awards, performance metrics, and any cost overruns or savings achieved in previous iterations of the program to understand trends and identify potential efficiencies.
What are the specific risks associated with Vero Technical Support's performance?
Specific performance risks are not detailed. Potential risks include technical failures, delays in service delivery, or failure to meet stringent aviation weather accuracy standards. The contract's firm fixed price structure shifts some performance risk to the contractor, but government oversight is crucial.
How effective is the CWO program in supporting aviation safety?
The effectiveness of the CWO program in supporting aviation safety is implied by its continued funding and operation. However, quantitative measures of its impact on reducing incidents or improving flight operations are not provided. Further analysis would require data on safety metrics correlated with CWO program utilization.
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 AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Vero Technical Support Inc
Address: 4211 MAYGARDEN RD, PENSACOLA, FL, 32504
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $9,407,431
Exercised Options: $9,407,431
Current Obligation: $9,407,431
Actual Outlays: $6,271,621
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NOT OBTAINED - WAIVED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 6973GH23D00059
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-07-09
Current End Date: 2026-05-31
Potential End Date: 2026-05-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-03-24
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