NASA's $38M Contract with AEGIS AEROSPACE for Institutional Safety & Fire Services Awarded via Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $38,238,016 ($38.2M)
Contractor: Aegis Aerospace Inc
Awarding Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Start Date: 2003-10-01
End Date: 2011-09-30
Contract Duration: 2,921 days
Daily Burn Rate: $13.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: INSTITUTIONAL SAFETY & FIRE SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: HOUSTON, HARRIS County, TEXAS, 77058
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
National Aeronautics and Space Administration obligated $38.2 million to AEGIS AEROSPACE INC for work described as: INSTITUTIONAL SAFETY & FIRE SERVICES Key points: 1. Significant contract value of $38.2M over its life. 2. AEGIS AEROSPACE INC secured the contract. 3. Awarded by NASA, indicating a focus on critical infrastructure support. 4. The contract spanned nearly 8 years, suggesting long-term service needs.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $38.2M over 8 years suggests a substantial investment in safety services. Benchmarking against similar long-term institutional support contracts would provide further context on its value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES,' indicating a competitive process that aimed for broad participation. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process likely ensured taxpayer funds were used efficiently for essential safety and fire services.
Public Impact
Ensures critical safety and fire protection for NASA facilities. Supports the operational continuity of space agency functions. AEGIS AEROSPACE INC provides specialized engineering services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration of nearly 8 years.
- No small business participation noted.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Awarded by a major federal agency (NASA).
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Engineering Services (NAICS 541330), a sector crucial for supporting complex federal operations like those at NASA. Spending in this area is benchmarked by the agency's overall investment in infrastructure and operational support.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small businesses were not directly involved in this contract, as the 'sb' field is false. Future contracts could explore opportunities for small business participation in specialized safety and engineering services.
Oversight & Accountability
NASA's procurement process, including full and open competition, provides a level of oversight. However, detailed performance metrics and ongoing monitoring would be key to ensuring accountability for service delivery.
Related Government Programs
- Engineering Services
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Contracting
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Long contract duration (nearly 8 years).
- No small business participation.
- Potential for limited competition due to 'exclusion of sources'.
Tags
engineering-services, national-aeronautics-and-space-administr, tx, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration awarded $38.2 million to AEGIS AEROSPACE INC. INSTITUTIONAL SAFETY & FIRE SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is AEGIS AEROSPACE INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (National Aeronautics and Space Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $38.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2003-10-01. End: 2011-09-30.
What was the specific scope of 'INSTITUTIONAL SAFETY & FIRE SERVICES' covered by this contract?
The contract likely encompassed a broad range of services including fire prevention, suppression system maintenance, emergency response planning, safety inspections, and potentially hazardous material handling. Specific details would be found in the contract's statement of work, detailing the exact requirements and deliverables expected from AEGIS AEROSPACE INC to ensure NASA's facilities and personnel were protected.
How did the 'exclusion of sources' clause in the competition impact the final price?
The 'exclusion of sources' clause, while part of a full and open competition, suggests specific criteria or pre-qualifications were necessary, potentially limiting the pool of bidders. This could influence price discovery; if the pool was significantly smaller than a truly open competition, it might have led to less aggressive bidding. However, without knowing the specific exclusions, it's difficult to definitively assess the price impact.
What is the long-term effectiveness of AEGIS AEROSPACE INC's services in preventing major incidents at NASA facilities?
Assessing the long-term effectiveness requires analyzing incident reports and safety records during the contract period (2003-2011). While the contract's renewal or lack thereof, and any subsequent performance reviews, would offer insights, the absence of major reported safety failures during its term could be an indicator of effectiveness. A deeper analysis would involve comparing NASA's safety metrics pre- and post-contract.
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 AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE (R)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2525 BAY AREA BLVD, HOUSTON, TX, 77058
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Hispanic American Owned Business, Minority Owned Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $40,267,993
Exercised Options: $40,267,993
Current Obligation: $38,238,016
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Timeline
Start Date: 2003-10-01
Current End Date: 2011-09-30
Potential End Date: 2011-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2020-02-27
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