DoD Awards $27.25M Engineering Services Contract to Green Expert Technology Inc. with Option Years

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $27,250,344 ($27.3M)

Contractor: Green Expert Technology Inc

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2020-07-15

End Date: 2025-07-14

Contract Duration: 1,825 days

Daily Burn Rate: $14.9K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE

Sector: Other

Official Description: THIS AMENDMENT SERVES TO CREATE SLINS UNDER CLINS 2200,2400,2600,2800,3200,3400,3600,3800 IN ORDER FOR OFFERORS TO INPUT THEIR PROPOSED COSTS FOR OPTION YEARS.

Place of Performance

Location: PHILADELPHIA, PHILADELPHIA County, PENNSYLVANIA, 19112

State: Pennsylvania Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $27.3 million to GREEN EXPERT TECHNOLOGY INC for work described as: THIS AMENDMENT SERVES TO CREATE SLINS UNDER CLINS 2200,2400,2600,2800,3200,3400,3600,3800 IN ORDER FOR OFFERORS TO INPUT THEIR PROPOSED COSTS FOR OPTION YEARS. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Green Expert Technology Inc. for Engineering Services. 2. The contract has a base value of $27.25M and includes option years. 3. Awarded by the Department of the Navy, part of the Department of Defense. 4. The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, indicating potential for cost overruns. 5. Full and Open Competition was utilized for this award.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract is a Cost Plus Fixed Fee type, which can lead to higher costs than fixed-price contracts if not managed carefully. The benchmark for similar engineering services contracts varies widely based on scope and complexity.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under Full and Open Competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better pricing for the government.

Taxpayer Impact: The use of Cost Plus Fixed Fee contracts requires diligent oversight to ensure costs remain reasonable and that the fixed fee adequately compensates the contractor for their efforts.

Public Impact

Taxpayers may see increased costs due to the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure if contractor expenses are not tightly controlled. The Department of Defense continues to invest in engineering services to support its complex operations. The duration of the contract (5 years) indicates a long-term need for these engineering services. The award to Green Expert Technology Inc. signifies a specific capability being utilized by the Navy.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure can lead to cost uncertainty.
Potential for scope creep in engineering services contracts.
Contract duration of 5 years requires ongoing monitoring.

Positive Signals

Awarded under Full and Open Competition.
Contract includes specific CLINs for option year cost input.
Contractor is Green Expert Technology Inc.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under Engineering Services, a broad category crucial for defense projects. Spending in this sector is significant, with benchmarks varying based on the specific engineering discipline and project scale.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss: false, sb: false). Therefore, there is no direct small business impact from this specific award, though prime contractors may subcontract.

Oversight & Accountability

The Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type necessitates robust oversight from the Department of the Navy to manage costs effectively and ensure the fixed fee is appropriate for the services rendered.

Related Government Programs

Engineering Services
Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Navy Programs

Risk Flags

Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure.
Long contract duration (5 years).
Potential for cost overruns.
Lack of specific value for option years.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $27.3 million to GREEN EXPERT TECHNOLOGY INC. THIS AMENDMENT SERVES TO CREATE SLINS UNDER CLINS 2200,2400,2600,2800,3200,3400,3600,3800 IN ORDER FOR OFFERORS TO INPUT THEIR PROPOSED COSTS FOR OPTION YEARS.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is GREEN EXPERT TECHNOLOGY INC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Navy).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $27.3 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2020-07-15. End: 2025-07-14.

What is the estimated total value of the contract including all option years?

The provided data shows a base award amount of $27,250,344.29. However, the amendment creating SLINS for option years suggests there are additional costs associated with those periods. Without specific values for the option years, the total contract value remains unknown but is expected to be higher than the base amount.

What are the specific risks associated with a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract for engineering services?

The primary risk of a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract is that the government pays the contractor's actual costs plus a predetermined fixed fee. This can incentivize contractors to incur higher costs, as their fee remains constant, potentially leading to cost overruns if not managed with stringent oversight and clear performance metrics.

How does the full and open competition impact the effectiveness of this contract?

Full and open competition generally enhances contract effectiveness by ensuring that the government receives offers from a wide range of qualified sources. This competitive environment typically drives down prices and encourages innovation, leading to better value and more effective service delivery compared to sole-source or limited competition awards.

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: N6449820R3005

Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 30 WASHINGTON AVE, HADDONFIELD, NJ, 08033

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $31,683,578

Exercised Options: $31,683,578

Current Obligation: $27,250,344

Actual Outlays: $129,739

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: N0017819D7732

IDV Type: IDC

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