DOE Awards $135.8M for Protective Force Support Services to Centerra Group, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $135,822,775 ($135.8M)
Contractor: Centerra Group, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2022-05-08
End Date: 2026-05-17
Contract Duration: 1,470 days
Daily Burn Rate: $92.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: PROTECTIVE FORCE SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY HEADQUARTERS IN SUPPORT OF THE OFFICE THE ASSOCIATE UNDER (AU) SECRETARY FOR ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, SAFETY AND SECURITY CONTRACTOR SHALL FURNISH ALL CONTRACT MANAGEMENT OVERSIGHT, SUPERV
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20585
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $135.8 million to CENTERRA GROUP, LLC for work described as: PROTECTIVE FORCE SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY HEADQUARTERS IN SUPPORT OF THE OFFICE THE ASSOCIATE UNDER (AU) SECRETARY FOR ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, SAFETY AND SECURITY CONTRACTOR SHALL FURNISH ALL CONTRACT MANAGEMENT OVERSIGHT, SUPERV Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Centerra Group, LLC for security services at DOE Headquarters. 2. The contract has a duration of 1470 days, ending in May 2026. 3. Services include contract management and oversight for protective forces. 4. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 561612 (Security Guards and Patrol Services).
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $135.8 million over approximately four years suggests a significant investment in security services. Benchmarking against similar contracts for federal protective services would be necessary for a precise pricing assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a robust process for selecting the contractor. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives the best value.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently by securing competitive pricing for essential security services.
Public Impact
Ensures the safety and security of Department of Energy Headquarters. Supports the Office of the Associate Under Secretary for Environment, Health, Safety and Security. Provides critical contract management and oversight for protective forces. Maintains operational continuity for sensitive DOE facilities.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns if oversight is insufficient.
- Dependence on a single contractor for critical security functions.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Clear definition of services and oversight responsibilities.
- Long-term contract provides stability for security operations.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the security and protective services sector, which is a common area of federal spending. Benchmarks for similar contracts would focus on per-guard costs, management overhead, and service level agreements.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that the prime contractor is Centerra Group, LLC, and there is no explicit mention of small business participation in this award. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses are subcontracting for any portion of these services.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract emphasizes contractor responsibilities for contract management and oversight, suggesting a focus on accountability. However, the effectiveness of this oversight will depend on the DOE's internal review processes and performance monitoring.
Related Government Programs
- Security Guards and Patrol Services
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for scope creep if not managed tightly.
- Reliance on contractor personnel for critical security functions.
- Ensuring consistent quality of service over the contract duration.
- Cybersecurity risks associated with contractor access to sensitive systems.
Tags
security-guards-and-patrol-services, department-of-energy, dc, delivery-order, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Energy awarded $135.8 million to CENTERRA GROUP, LLC. PROTECTIVE FORCE SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY HEADQUARTERS IN SUPPORT OF THE OFFICE THE ASSOCIATE UNDER (AU) SECRETARY FOR ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, SAFETY AND SECURITY CONTRACTOR SHALL FURNISH ALL CONTRACT MANAGEMENT OVERSIGHT, SUPERV
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CENTERRA GROUP, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $135.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2022-05-08. End: 2026-05-17.
What is the projected cost per day for these protective force support services?
The total contract value is $135,822,775.29 over 1470 days. Dividing the total value by the duration gives a daily cost of approximately $92,396.45. This figure represents the average daily expenditure for all aspects of the protective force support services, including management, oversight, and potentially direct personnel costs.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the effectiveness of Centerra Group's protective force support?
The provided data does not specify the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract. Typically, KPIs for protective services would include response times, incident resolution rates, adherence to security protocols, personnel training and certification, and client satisfaction. The Department of Energy would establish and monitor these KPIs to ensure service quality and effectiveness.
Are there any provisions for performance-based payments or incentives within this contract?
The contract type is listed as 'FIRM FIXED PRICE' (FFP). While FFP contracts aim to provide price certainty, they do not inherently include performance-based payment structures or incentives. Any such provisions would need to be explicitly detailed within the contract's terms and conditions, which are not provided in this summary data.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Investigation and Security Services › Security Guards and Patrol 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
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Contractor Details
Address: 13530 DULLES TECHNOLOGY DR, HERNDON, VA, 20171
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $187,181,455
Exercised Options: $145,094,633
Current Obligation: $135,822,775
Actual Outlays: $123,013,474
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS07F5548P
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2022-05-08
Current End Date: 2026-05-17
Potential End Date: 2027-05-17 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-01
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