NASA Awards $23M for Goddard Facility Design & Construction to PTSI Managed Services Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $22,978,785 ($23.0M)
Contractor: Ptsi Managed Services Inc
Awarding Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Start Date: 2015-02-11
End Date: 2017-04-18
Contract Duration: 797 days
Daily Burn Rate: $28.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF THE CONTRACTOR SHALL FURNISH A MULTITUDE OF SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH FACILITY DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION, AND OTHER RELATED TECHNICAL SERVICES FOR THE GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER (GSFC).
Place of Performance
Location: GREENBELT, PRINCE GEORGES County, MARYLAND, 20771
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
National Aeronautics and Space Administration obligated $23.0 million to PTSI MANAGED SERVICES INC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF THE CONTRACTOR SHALL FURNISH A MULTITUDE OF SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH FACILITY DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION, AND OTHER RELATED TECHNICAL SERVICES FOR THE GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER (GSFC). Key points: 1. Contract awarded via full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 2. The contract covers facility design, construction, and related technical services for GSFC. 3. PTSI Managed Services Inc. is the contractor for this firm-fixed-price agreement. 4. This award falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The award amount of $22.98 million for a 2-year period appears reasonable for facility design and construction services. Benchmarking against similar NASA contracts for construction projects of this scope would provide a more precise assessment.
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 likely considered. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives the best value.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award suggests that taxpayer funds are being utilized efficiently through a process designed to secure favorable pricing for essential facility services.
Public Impact
Supports critical infrastructure at Goddard Space Flight Center, enabling scientific research and operations. Potential for job creation in the construction and engineering sectors within Maryland. Ensures the continued functionality and modernization of vital federal facilities.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration of 797 days (approx. 2 years) may limit long-term strategic planning.
- Lack of specific performance metrics in the provided data makes it difficult to assess contractor performance quality.
- Potential for cost overruns if unforeseen construction challenges arise, despite firm-fixed-price structure.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition, indicating a robust selection process.
- Firm-fixed-price contract type helps control costs and provides budget certainty.
- Contract supports a key federal agency (NASA) for essential facility needs.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector, which is a significant area of federal spending. Benchmarks for similar construction and design contracts would typically consider project scale, complexity, and geographic location.
Small Business Impact
The provided data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved as subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business participation in this contract.
Oversight & Accountability
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is responsible for overseeing this contract. Standard procurement regulations and oversight mechanisms are expected to be in place to ensure compliance and accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Contracting
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for scope creep leading to change orders.
- Contract duration may not align with long-term facility strategic planning.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics in the summary.
- Dependence on contractor's ability to manage complex construction projects effectively.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, national-aeronautics-and-space-administr, md, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration awarded $23.0 million to PTSI MANAGED SERVICES INC. IGF::OT::IGF THE CONTRACTOR SHALL FURNISH A MULTITUDE OF SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH FACILITY DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION, AND OTHER RELATED TECHNICAL SERVICES FOR THE GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER (GSFC).
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is PTSI MANAGED SERVICES 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 $23.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2015-02-11. End: 2017-04-18.
What specific types of facility design and construction services are included, and how do they align with GSFC's current and future mission needs?
The contract encompasses a 'multitude of services' for facility design and construction. A detailed breakdown of these services is crucial to understand their alignment with GSFC's scientific and operational objectives. This includes assessing if the scope covers new construction, renovations, specialized lab facilities, or infrastructure upgrades necessary for ongoing and future space exploration missions.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract, and how will contractor performance be measured and evaluated?
The provided data lacks specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for this contract. Effective oversight requires clearly defined metrics related to project timelines, budget adherence, quality of work, safety compliance, and responsiveness to agency needs. Regular performance reviews against these KPIs are essential to ensure the contractor is meeting expectations and delivering value.
What is the potential for cost growth or change orders given the firm-fixed-price nature of the contract?
While a firm-fixed-price contract aims to cap costs, potential for growth exists through change orders if unforeseen issues arise during design or construction. Robust project management, clear initial scope definition, and a thorough site assessment before award can mitigate this risk. The agency's change order management process will be critical in controlling any potential cost increases.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Nonresidential Building Construction › Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, ALTER REAL PROPERTY › MAINT, ALTER, REPAIR NONBUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Parsons Corporation
Address: 100 W WALNUT ST, PASADENA, CA, 91124
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $22,978,786
Exercised Options: $22,978,786
Current Obligation: $22,978,785
Actual Outlays: $210,249
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: NNG11AZ08C
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2015-02-11
Current End Date: 2017-04-18
Potential End Date: 2017-04-18 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2022-07-27
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