Development of a probalistic methodology based upon the large data sets being collected by the railroads.
Ended Definitive Contract Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 693JJ619C000021
- Awardee
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University Of Massachusetts UEI VGJHK59NMPK9 Part of University Of Massachusetts
- Awarding agency
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Federal Railroad Administration
Department of Transportation
- Obligated
- $251,056
Award facts
- Opportunity
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- Probabilistic approach ballast conditions Special Notice · 693JJ619R000005 · Posted Aug 9, 2019
- Probabilistic approach ballast conditions Award Notice · Posted Sep 27, 2019
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $251,055.54 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 100% complete
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- Current, with exercised options
- Potential, with all options
- Contracting staff
- NAICS code
- 611310 Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Not Competed · 1 offer Only One Source
- Pricing
- Cost No Fee
- Place of performance
- Amherst, MA 01003, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Close Out | -$2,869 | |
| Funding Only Action | $138,925 | |
| Original award | $115,000 |
About this award
This is a $251,055.54 definitive contract awarded by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), a civilian agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation, to the University of Massachusetts (UMass) to develop a probabilistic methodology for evaluating railroad track ballast condition using large data sets.
The contract is a continuation of previous sole-source research efforts conducted by UMass under FRA contract and purchase order awards. The goal is to create a framework for assessing track ballast performance and lifespan based on data from track geometry, ground penetrating radar, and other regularly collected measurements. UMass has specialized expertise and access to unique testing equipment and sample materials from the prior research, making them the only qualified provider for this project.
The contract does not have a set-aside designation. UMass is serving as the prime contractor, with Loram Maintenance of Way, Inc. as a major subcontractor supporting the probabilistic modeling work. This research supports the FRA's mission to ensure the safety and reliability of the nation's railroad infrastructure.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 693JJ619C000021?
693JJ619C000021 was awarded to University Of Massachusetts by Federal Railroad Administration (Department of Transportation) on September 13, 2019.
How much is contract 693JJ619C000021 worth?
The government has obligated $251,056 on 693JJ619C000021.
Was contract 693JJ619C000021 competed?
The extent of competition for 693JJ619C000021 was not competed. The government received 1 offer.
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