DoD's $18.5M 'All Other Services' Contract with NORESCO, LLC Awarded Under Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $18,494,961 ($18.5M)
Contractor: Noresco, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2000-08-23
End Date: 2013-04-06
Contract Duration: 4,609 days
Daily Burn Rate: $4.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Place of Performance
Location: CAPE CANAVERAL, BREVARD County, FLORIDA, 32920
State: Florida Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $18.5 million to NORESCO, LLC for work described as: Key points: 1. Significant contract value of $18.5 million for professional, scientific, and technical services. 2. Awarded to NORESCO, LLC, a single entity, under full and open competition. 3. Contract duration was substantial, spanning over 12 years. 4. The 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' category is broad, making direct comparisons difficult.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $18.5 million over 12 years suggests a moderate annual spend. Without specific service details or benchmarks for 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services,' a precise pricing assessment is challenging. However, the duration implies a consistent need and potentially negotiated rates over time.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under 'Full and Open Competition,' indicating that multiple bidders were allowed to compete. This method generally promotes price discovery and competitive pricing, although the specific nature of the services could influence the degree of price competition achieved.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were utilized for professional, scientific, and technical services. The competitive award process aims to ensure value for money, but the broad service category makes it difficult to quantify the exact taxpayer benefit.
Public Impact
The broad nature of 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' means the public impact is diffuse and depends heavily on the specific tasks performed. Long contract duration suggests ongoing support for a particular Air Force function or program. The use of Firm Fixed Price contract type provides cost certainty for the government.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Broad service category lacks specificity.
- Long contract duration may obscure potential for renegotiation or market shifts.
- No indication of small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Firm Fixed Price contract type offers cost predictability.
- Significant contract value may indicate critical support services.
Sector Analysis
The 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' category (NAICS 541990) is a catch-all for services not elsewhere classified. Spending in this sector can vary widely depending on agency needs, making direct benchmarks difficult without further detail on the specific services rendered.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to small businesses (sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business set-aside goals were considered or if the nature of the services precluded small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Air Force, part of the Department of Defense. Oversight would typically involve program managers and contracting officers ensuring performance and adherence to contract terms. The long duration necessitates ongoing monitoring.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specificity in service description.
- Long contract duration.
- No small business participation noted.
- Broad 'Other Services' category makes benchmarking difficult.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-defense, fl, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $18.5 million to NORESCO, LLC. See the official description on USAspending.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is NORESCO, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Air Force).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $18.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2000-08-23. End: 2013-04-06.
What specific services were provided under this broad 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' contract, and how did they align with the Air Force's mission requirements?
The specific services rendered under this contract are not detailed in the provided data. The 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' category is a broad classification. To assess alignment with the Air Force's mission, a deeper dive into the contract's statement of work and deliverables would be necessary to understand the precise nature of the support provided and its contribution to operational or administrative objectives.
Given the 12-year duration, were there opportunities for market research and potential cost savings through re-competition or contract modification?
A 12-year contract duration is substantial. While Firm Fixed Price provides initial cost certainty, agencies should ideally conduct periodic market research to identify potential cost savings or technological advancements. Opportunities for re-competition or modification might have existed, particularly if the scope of work evolved or if new market entrants offered more competitive pricing over the contract's lifecycle.
How effectively did the 'Full and Open Competition' process ensure competitive pricing for these specialized, long-term services?
The 'Full and Open Competition' process is designed to foster price discovery. However, the effectiveness in ensuring competitive pricing for specialized, long-term services depends on the number and capability of bidders, the clarity of the solicitation, and the specific market dynamics for the services procured. Without knowing the number of bids received or the price range, it's difficult to definitively assess the pricing outcomes.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, ALTER REAL PROPERTY › MAINT, ALTER, REPAIR BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: RTX Corp (UEI: 001344142)
Address: 111 SPEEN ST., FRAMINGHAM, MA, 05
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2000-08-23
Current End Date: 2013-04-06
Potential End Date: 2013-04-06 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2014-07-01
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