DOE awards $17.8M Energy Star Support Services contract to D & R International, Ltd
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $17,884,075 ($17.9M)
Contractor: D & R International, Ltd.
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2005-08-18
End Date: 2009-09-30
Contract Duration: 1,504 days
Daily Burn Rate: $11.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: TASK ORDER FOR ENERGY STAR SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: SILVER SPRING, MONTGOMERY County, MARYLAND, 20910
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $17.9 million to D & R INTERNATIONAL, LTD. for work described as: TASK ORDER FOR ENERGY STAR SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded to D & R International, Ltd. for Energy Star support. 2. The contract value is $17.8 million over approximately 4 years. 3. Competition method was 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources'. 4. The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee. 5. This falls under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330).
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar energy efficiency support contracts is difficult without more detailed cost breakdowns.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition after excluding sources, suggesting an attempt at broad market engagement. However, the exclusion of sources warrants further scrutiny regarding its justification and impact on price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are utilized for energy efficiency support services, aiming for long-term energy savings which could offset costs.
Public Impact
Supports the Energy Star program, promoting energy efficiency in homes and businesses. Aims to reduce energy consumption and associated environmental impacts. Contract duration of over 4 years suggests a sustained effort in program support. Funding allocated for engineering services related to energy efficiency initiatives.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns with Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
- Justification for 'Exclusion of Sources' needs review.
- Lack of detailed cost data for robust benchmarking.
Positive Signals
- Supports a well-known and impactful energy efficiency program.
- Awarded through a competitive process.
- Long contract duration indicates sustained program support.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Engineering Services sector, specifically supporting energy efficiency initiatives. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on government priorities and infrastructure needs.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses had adequate opportunity to compete or participate as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would be crucial to ensure the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure does not lead to excessive costs and that the contractor meets performance objectives for the Energy Star program.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
- Exclusion of sources in competition.
- No small business award.
- Lack of detailed cost data for benchmarking.
- No stated performance metrics.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-energy, md, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Energy awarded $17.9 million to D & R INTERNATIONAL, LTD.. TASK ORDER FOR ENERGY STAR SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is D & R INTERNATIONAL, LTD..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $17.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2005-08-18. End: 2009-09-30.
What was the specific justification for excluding sources in the 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources' method, and how did this impact the final price?
The justification for excluding sources is not provided in the data. This exclusion could potentially limit competition and may have influenced the final negotiated price. A thorough review of the source selection documentation would be necessary to understand the rationale and its impact on cost-effectiveness for taxpayers.
How does the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure compare to other contract types for similar energy support services in terms of cost control and contractor incentive?
Cost Plus Fixed Fee contracts offer flexibility but can incentivize contractors to increase costs to achieve a higher fixed fee profit margin. For energy support services, fixed-price or performance-based contracts might offer better cost control and align incentives more directly with achieving energy savings goals, though they may require more precise initial scope definition.
What are the measurable outcomes and effectiveness metrics for the Energy Star support services provided under this contract?
The provided data does not include specific outcome or effectiveness metrics for the Energy Star support services. To assess the contract's value, it would be essential to review performance reports, energy savings achieved, and program participation rates resulting from D & R International's support.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering 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
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1300 SPRING STREET, SILVER SPRING, MD, 08
Business Categories: Category Business, Hispanic American Owned Business, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $18,144,228
Exercised Options: $18,144,228
Current Obligation: $17,884,075
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DEAM2605NT42256
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2005-08-18
Current End Date: 2009-09-30
Potential End Date: 2009-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2009-07-14
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