DHS FEMA Awards $5.8M Contract for Environmental Planning Support to Strategic Resolution Experts Inc

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $5,808,720 ($5.8M)

Contractor: Strategic Resolution Experts Inc

Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security

Start Date: 2022-09-29

End Date: 2025-03-19

Contract Duration: 902 days

Daily Burn Rate: $6.4K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: THE PURPOSE OF THIS EFFORT IS TO SUPPORT THE OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING AND HISTORICAL PRESERVATION AND INCLUDES CONTRACTOR SUPPORT SERVICES TO ADVANCE THE ENVIRONMENTAL AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION FUNCTION, SPECIFICALLY THROUGH THE IMPLEMENTATIO

Place of Performance

Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20472

State: District of Columbia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Homeland Security obligated $5.8 million to STRATEGIC RESOLUTION EXPERTS INC for work described as: THE PURPOSE OF THIS EFFORT IS TO SUPPORT THE OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING AND HISTORICAL PRESERVATION AND INCLUDES CONTRACTOR SUPPORT SERVICES TO ADVANCE THE ENVIRONMENTAL AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION FUNCTION, SPECIFICALLY THROUGH THE IMPLEMENTATIO Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Strategic Resolution Experts Inc. for administrative management and general management consulting services. 2. The contract aims to support the Office of Environmental Planning and Historical Preservation. 3. This is a Firm Fixed Price contract with a duration of 902 days. 4. The contract was awarded under a BPA Call, indicating a pre-competed vehicle. 5. No small business participation was noted in the provided data.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $5.8M over approximately 2.5 years appears reasonable for specialized consulting services in environmental and historical preservation. Benchmarking against similar contracts for management consulting would provide a clearer picture of value.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition via a BPA Call. This method generally promotes competitive pricing, but the specific price discovery within the BPA call itself is not detailed here.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential environmental and historical preservation support services, which are important for agency compliance and long-term planning.

Public Impact

Ensures compliance with environmental and historical preservation regulations. Supports critical agency functions related to planning and preparedness. Provides specialized expertise that may not be available in-house. Contributes to the responsible management of federal lands and projects.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of specific performance metrics provided.
Potential for scope creep in consulting services.
Reliance on a single contractor for critical support.

Positive Signals

Clear purpose for environmental and historical preservation support.
Awarded through a competitive process (BPA Call).
Fixed-price contract helps control costs.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under administrative management and general management consulting services, a broad category. Spending in this sector can vary widely depending on agency needs and the complexity of the services required. FEMA's focus on environmental and historical preservation suggests a specialized niche within this sector.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that this contract did not involve small business participation. While not always feasible or required, exploring opportunities for small businesses in future procurements could enhance economic diversity.

Oversight & Accountability

The award was made under a BPA Call, suggesting some level of pre-competition and oversight. However, ongoing oversight of contractor performance and adherence to the Statement of Work will be crucial for ensuring effective use of funds.

Related Government Programs

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Department of Homeland Security Contracting
Federal Emergency Management Agency Programs

Risk Flags

Contract duration is lengthy (902 days).
No small business participation.
Specific performance metrics not detailed.
Reliance on contractor for specialized expertise.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Homeland Security awarded $5.8 million to STRATEGIC RESOLUTION EXPERTS INC. THE PURPOSE OF THIS EFFORT IS TO SUPPORT THE OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING AND HISTORICAL PRESERVATION AND INCLUDES CONTRACTOR SUPPORT SERVICES TO ADVANCE THE ENVIRONMENTAL AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION FUNCTION, SPECIFICALLY THROUGH THE IMPLEMENTATIO

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is STRATEGIC RESOLUTION EXPERTS INC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Federal Emergency Management Agency).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $5.8 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2022-09-29. End: 2025-03-19.

What specific deliverables or outcomes are expected from Strategic Resolution Experts Inc. to ensure the $5.8M investment provides tangible value to the Office of Environmental Planning and Historical

The contract should clearly define measurable deliverables such as completed environmental impact assessments, historical preservation plans, compliance reports, and recommendations for mitigation strategies. Success will be measured by the timely and accurate completion of these tasks, contributing to FEMA's regulatory compliance and informed decision-making processes for projects impacting the environment and historical sites.

What are the primary risks associated with this contract, and how are they being mitigated by FEMA?

Key risks include the potential for the contractor to over-promise and under-deliver, scope creep leading to cost overruns (though mitigated by fixed-price), and a lack of specialized expertise. FEMA mitigates these by clearly defining the SOW, establishing performance metrics, and maintaining active oversight throughout the contract period. Regular communication and performance reviews are essential.

How effective is the BPA Call mechanism in ensuring competitive pricing and efficient procurement for specialized services like environmental planning support?

BPA Calls can be effective by leveraging pre-negotiated terms and conditions, reducing administrative burden and lead time. However, the initial competition for the BPA itself is critical. For this specific award, the 'full and open' designation suggests a competitive process was used, but the actual price discovery within the BPA call's competition is not detailed, impacting a full assessment of its effectiveness.

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: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 778 VEGAS VALLEY DRIVE, LAS VEGAS, NV, 89109

Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, HUBZone Firm, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $10,502,298

Exercised Options: $5,808,720

Current Obligation: $5,808,720

Actual Outlays: $3,690,638

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: 70FA4021A00000023

IDV Type: BPA

Timeline