FEMA awards $65.3M for 13 technical specialists supporting NY disaster relief, AECOM Recovery wins contract
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $65,336,129 ($65.3M)
Contractor: AECOM Recovery
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2012-11-14
End Date: 2014-09-29
Contract Duration: 684 days
Daily Burn Rate: $95.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: 13 TECHNICAL SPECIALISTS IN SUPPORT OF FEMA-4085-DR-NY
Place of Performance
Location: BROOKLYN, KINGS County, NEW YORK, 11201
State: New York Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $65.3 million to AECOM RECOVERY for work described as: 13 TECHNICAL SPECIALISTS IN SUPPORT OF FEMA-4085-DR-NY Key points: 1. Contract awarded to AECOM Recovery for specialized technical support. 2. Significant expenditure of $65.3 million for 13 specialists. 3. Full and open competition was utilized for this award. 4. Services provided under a Time and Materials contract type.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's value of $65.3 million for 13 specialists over approximately two years appears high. Benchmarking against similar technical support contracts is difficult without more detailed service descriptions, but the per-specialist cost is substantial.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. However, the Time and Materials (T&M) contract type can lead to cost overruns if not closely monitored, potentially impacting the final price.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used to procure specialized technical expertise for disaster recovery efforts. While necessary, the high cost necessitates careful oversight to ensure value for money.
Public Impact
Supports critical disaster recovery operations in New York. Provides specialized engineering and technical expertise. Contract duration spans nearly two years, indicating ongoing needs.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- High total contract value for a relatively small number of specialists.
- Potential for cost escalation due to Time and Materials contract type.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports essential disaster relief functions.
Sector Analysis
Engineering Services (NAICS 541330) are crucial for infrastructure assessment and recovery following disasters. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on the scale and nature of events, with large federal contracts often supporting significant reconstruction or technical analysis.
Small Business Impact
This contract was not awarded to a small business. There is no indication of small business subcontracting goals or participation in the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Homeland Security (FEMA). Oversight would typically involve regular performance reviews, cost tracking, and ensuring adherence to contract terms by the agency.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Federal Emergency Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- High cost per specialist.
- Use of Time and Materials contract type.
- Lack of small business participation.
- Limited detail on specific services provided.
Tags
engineering-services, department-of-homeland-security, ny, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $65.3 million to AECOM RECOVERY. 13 TECHNICAL SPECIALISTS IN SUPPORT OF FEMA-4085-DR-NY
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is AECOM RECOVERY.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Federal Emergency Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $65.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2012-11-14. End: 2014-09-29.
What specific technical expertise did the 13 specialists provide, and how did this justify the $65.3 million cost?
The provided data lacks specifics on the exact technical skills and deliverables. To justify the cost, detailed documentation would be needed outlining the complexity of the engineering services, the specialized knowledge required (e.g., structural analysis, environmental assessment, project management), and the duration each specialist was engaged on critical FEMA-4085-DR-NY recovery tasks.
What measures were in place to control costs under the Time and Materials contract, given its potential for overruns?
Effective cost control under a T&M contract typically involves establishing labor hour limitations, setting fixed rates for different skill levels, defining clear task orders with estimated hours, and implementing rigorous monitoring and reporting requirements. FEMA would need to actively manage AECOM's performance and expenditures to prevent unnecessary costs.
How effectively did the full and open competition process ensure competitive pricing for these specialized engineering services?
While full and open competition is the preferred method for maximizing competition, the effectiveness in ensuring competitive pricing depends on the number and quality of bids received. For highly specialized services, the pool of qualified bidders might be limited. A thorough review of the bidding process and the final negotiated rates against market benchmarks would be needed to assess pricing effectiveness.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Engineering Services
Product/Service Code: ARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES › ARCH-ENG SVCS - GENERAL
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: AECOM (UEI: 153561212)
Address: 3101 WILSON BLVD STE 900, ARLINGTON, VA, 22201
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $92,370,450
Exercised Options: $92,370,450
Current Obligation: $65,336,129
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HSFEHQ12D0879
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2012-11-14
Current End Date: 2014-09-29
Potential End Date: 2014-09-29 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2016-12-07
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