FEMA's $15.9M Mobile Home Activation/Deactivation Contract Awarded to A.M.E. Services, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $15,878,670 ($15.9M)
Contractor: A.M.E. Services, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2006-06-01
End Date: 2007-08-31
Contract Duration: 456 days
Daily Burn Rate: $34.8K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 61
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: MOBILE HOME ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION
Place of Performance
Location: PORT ALLEN, WEST BATON ROUGE County, LOUISIANA, 70767
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $15.9 million to A.M.E. SERVICES, INC. for work described as: MOBILE HOME ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION Key points: 1. Contract value of $15.9M for mobile home support services. 2. Awarded to A.M.E. Services, Inc. by FEMA. 3. Services include activation and deactivation of mobile homes. 4. Contract duration was 456 days. 5. Fixed-price contract type suggests cost certainty.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's fixed-price nature provides some cost certainty. However, without detailed cost breakdowns or benchmarks for similar services, a precise value assessment is difficult. The award amount of $15.9M for 456 days of service needs further context.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
The contract was a competitive delivery order, indicating some level of competition. However, the specific details of the competition and how price was discovered are not provided. This limits the ability to assess if the best possible price was achieved.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used for this contract. The effectiveness of the competition and pricing strategy will determine the overall impact on taxpayer value.
Public Impact
Supports disaster relief efforts by providing essential housing infrastructure. Ensures timely deployment and removal of temporary housing units. Impacts individuals and communities affected by natural disasters.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of detailed competition information
- Limited transparency on pricing justification
Positive Signals
- Fixed-price contract type
- Supports critical disaster relief operations
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Facilities Support Services, a broad category. Benchmarks for mobile home activation/deactivation services are not readily available, making direct comparison challenging. The value appears significant for the service scope.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication that small businesses were involved in this contract, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities were missed.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was a delivery order under a larger contract vehicle. Oversight would typically involve monitoring performance against the Statement of Work and ensuring timely delivery of services. Accountability rests with FEMA to ensure contract compliance.
Related Government Programs
- Facilities Support Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Federal Emergency Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns if scope was underestimated by contractor.
- Dependence on a single contractor for critical disaster response services.
- Lack of detailed cost data for benchmarking.
- Limited information on competition effectiveness.
Tags
facilities-support-services, department-of-homeland-security, la, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $15.9 million to A.M.E. SERVICES, INC.. MOBILE HOME ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is A.M.E. SERVICES, INC..
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 $15.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-06-01. End: 2007-08-31.
What was the specific scope of work for mobile home activation and deactivation?
The scope of work likely included the setup, connection to utilities, and eventual disconnection and removal of mobile homes. This could encompass site preparation, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC connections, as well as transportation and storage of the units post-deactivation. Detailed specifications would be in the contract's SOW.
Were there any performance issues or challenges encountered during the contract period?
Information regarding performance issues or challenges is not provided in the data. A thorough review would require access to contract performance reports, inspection records, and any formal communications between FEMA and A.M.E. Services, Inc. regarding service delivery.
How did the fixed-price structure impact the overall cost-effectiveness for FEMA?
A fixed-price contract generally shifts risk to the contractor, encouraging efficiency. If A.M.E. Services, Inc. managed costs effectively, FEMA likely benefited from predictable expenses. However, if the contractor incurred unexpected costs, they would absorb them, potentially impacting future bids or service quality.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Facilities Support Services › Facilities Support Services
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, ALTER REAL PROPERTY › MAINT, ALTER, REPAIR BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: HSFEHQ06R8ALA
Offers Received: 61
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 23 BARRECA ST, NORCO, LA, 01
Business Categories: Black American Owned Business, Category Business, Minority Owned Business, Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $15,878,670
Exercised Options: $15,878,670
Current Obligation: $15,878,670
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HSFEHQ06D0379
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-06-01
Current End Date: 2007-08-31
Potential End Date: 2007-08-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2010-05-20
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