DOE awards $6.19M for Continuity Programs Support to Covenant Park Integrated Initiatives, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $6,187,466 ($6.2M)
Contractor: Covenant Park Integrated Initiatives, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2021-08-04
End Date: 2025-02-03
Contract Duration: 1,279 days
Daily Burn Rate: $4.8K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: TECHNICAL, OPERATIONAL, ANALYTICAL, AND PROGRAMMATIC SUPPORT FOR THE OFFICE OF CONTINUITY PROGRAMS (NA-43), NNSA OFFICE OF EMERGENCY OPERATIONS (NA-40)
Place of Performance
Location: GERMANTOWN, MONTGOMERY County, MARYLAND, 20874
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $6.2 million to COVENANT PARK INTEGRATED INITIATIVES, INC. for work described as: TECHNICAL, OPERATIONAL, ANALYTICAL, AND PROGRAMMATIC SUPPORT FOR THE OFFICE OF CONTINUITY PROGRAMS (NA-43), NNSA OFFICE OF EMERGENCY OPERATIONS (NA-40) Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Covenant Park Integrated Initiatives, Inc. for $6.19M. 2. Services include technical, operational, analytical, and programmatic support for NNSA's Office of Continuity Programs and Emergency Operations. 3. The contract is a firm-fixed-price, definitive contract with a duration of 1279 days. 4. This falls under 'Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services' (NAICS 541690).
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $6.19M over approximately 3.5 years suggests a moderate annual spend. Benchmarking against similar consulting services contracts would be necessary to fully assess pricing reasonableness.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award. Without competition, the government may not have achieved the best possible price or terms.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition raises concerns about potential overpayment and reduced value for taxpayer funds.
Public Impact
Ensures continuity of critical government operations during emergencies. Supports the National Nuclear Security Administration's emergency preparedness. Provides essential technical and analytical expertise to key offices.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award limits price competition.
- Long contract duration may not reflect evolving needs.
- No small business participation noted.
Positive Signals
- Supports critical national security functions.
- Provides specialized technical and analytical support.
- Firm-fixed-price contract provides cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under scientific and technical consulting services, a broad sector often involving specialized expertise. Benchmarks for similar support services to government agencies are typically in the millions of dollars annually.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates no small business participation in this contract. Further investigation may be needed to determine if opportunities were missed or if the nature of the work precluded small business involvement.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants close oversight to ensure the contractor is delivering value and that the pricing remains fair throughout the contract term.
Related Government Programs
- Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of competition may lead to inflated costs.
- Potential for vendor lock-in due to sole-source award.
- Limited transparency on performance metrics.
- No small business participation.
Tags
other-scientific-and-technical-consultin, department-of-energy, md, definitive-contract, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Energy awarded $6.2 million to COVENANT PARK INTEGRATED INITIATIVES, INC.. TECHNICAL, OPERATIONAL, ANALYTICAL, AND PROGRAMMATIC SUPPORT FOR THE OFFICE OF CONTINUITY PROGRAMS (NA-43), NNSA OFFICE OF EMERGENCY OPERATIONS (NA-40)
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is COVENANT PARK INTEGRATED INITIATIVES, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $6.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2021-08-04. End: 2025-02-03.
What was the justification for the sole-source award, and was a market research report conducted to confirm the lack of competition?
The justification for a sole-source award is typically based on specific criteria, such as the unique capabilities of the contractor or the urgency of the requirement. A thorough market research report should have been conducted to validate that no other responsible sources could meet the government's needs. Without this information, it's difficult to assess if the sole-source decision was appropriate and if the government explored all viable options.
How does the per-unit cost or labor rate for this contract compare to industry benchmarks for similar technical and analytical support services?
Without specific labor categories and rates, a direct per-unit cost comparison is challenging. However, the total contract value of $6.19M over approximately 3.5 years suggests an average annual spend of around $1.77M. This figure should be benchmarked against industry data for similar government support contracts to determine if the pricing is competitive and represents good value for the services rendered.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract, and how is the contractor's performance being measured to ensure effectiveness?
Effective oversight requires clearly defined KPIs tied to the technical, operational, analytical, and programmatic support being provided. These metrics should objectively measure the contractor's success in meeting the objectives of the Office of Continuity Programs and the Office of Emergency Operations. Regular performance reviews against these KPIs are crucial for ensuring the contractor is delivering the expected value and contributing to the agency's mission.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 3493 BARRISTERS KEEPE CIR, FAIRFAX, VA, 22031
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $6,187,466
Exercised Options: $6,187,466
Current Obligation: $6,187,466
Actual Outlays: $6,187,466
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2021-08-04
Current End Date: 2025-02-03
Potential End Date: 2025-12-08 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-12-09
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