DOE Awards $48M for Technical Analytical Support Services to MELE ASSOCIATES INC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $48,186,099 ($48.2M)
Contractor: Mele Associates Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Energy
Start Date: 2017-05-01
End Date: 2022-10-31
Contract Duration: 2,009 days
Daily Burn Rate: $24.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: Other
Official Description: TECHNICAL ANALYTICAL SUPPORT SERVICES (NA-70) IGF::OT::IGF
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20585
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Energy obligated $48.2 million to MELE ASSOCIATES INC for work described as: TECHNICAL ANALYTICAL SUPPORT SERVICES (NA-70) IGF::OT::IGF Key points: 1. Contract awarded to MELE ASSOCIATES INC for $48.2M. 2. Full and open competition was utilized. 3. Services provided under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330). 4. Contract duration spans from May 2017 to October 2022. 5. The contract was a delivery order.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $48.2 million over approximately 5.4 years suggests a reasonable annual spend. Benchmarking against similar engineering services contracts would provide a clearer picture of its pricing competitiveness.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The use of full and open competition is a positive indicator for price discovery. This method allows multiple vendors to bid, theoretically driving down costs and ensuring fair market value.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive bidding process likely resulted in a fair price, minimizing unnecessary taxpayer expenditure for these essential engineering services.
Public Impact
Ensures continued technical and analytical support for Department of Energy operations. Supports critical engineering functions within the federal government. Provides employment opportunities within the engineering services sector.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized
- Clear contract scope for technical analytical support
Sector Analysis
The Engineering Services sector (NAICS 541330) is a critical component of government contracting, supporting infrastructure, research, and development. Federal spending in this area can fluctuate based on national priorities and infrastructure needs.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a specific requirement or outcome for this contract, as 'sb' is false. Future contracts could explore opportunities for small business involvement in specialized technical support.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded via a delivery order under a larger framework, suggesting existing oversight mechanisms. However, specific details on performance monitoring and accountability are not provided in this data.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Energy Contracting
- Department of Energy Programs
Risk Flags
- Contract duration is substantial (over 5 years).
- Delivery order mechanism may obscure true total value if multiple orders were placed.
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.
- No indication of small business participation.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-energy, dc, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Energy awarded $48.2 million to MELE ASSOCIATES INC. TECHNICAL ANALYTICAL SUPPORT SERVICES (NA-70) IGF::OT::IGF
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MELE ASSOCIATES INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Energy (Department of Energy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $48.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2017-05-01. End: 2022-10-31.
What specific technical and analytical support services were provided under this contract?
The contract data specifies 'TECHNICAL ANALYTICAL SUPPORT SERVICES' under the 'Engineering Services' category (NAICS 541330). While the exact nature of the support is not detailed, it likely encompasses a range of activities such as research, analysis, design, testing, and consulting related to engineering projects and operations within the Department of Energy.
What was the primary risk associated with this contract award?
A primary risk could be the potential for cost overruns if the scope of 'technical analytical support' was not clearly defined or if unforeseen complexities arose during the contract period. Ensuring robust project management and change control processes would mitigate this risk.
How effective was the full and open competition in achieving value for money?
Full and open competition is generally effective in promoting value for money by fostering a competitive environment. Without access to the bids received, it's impossible to definitively assess the effectiveness, but the process itself is designed to yield competitive pricing and a wide range of technical solutions.
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
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: DE-SOL-0010805
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 11 TAFT CT, ROCKVILLE, MD, 20850
Business Categories: Asian Pacific American Owned Business, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Minority Owned Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $48,186,099
Exercised Options: $48,186,099
Current Obligation: $48,186,099
Actual Outlays: $20,973,313
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS00F243CA
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2017-05-01
Current End Date: 2022-10-31
Potential End Date: 2026-01-21 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-01-28
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