CENTRAL PLATEAU CLEANUP COMPANY, LLC: $1.0B Department of Energy Contract
Summary
Amentum Holdings ($AMTM) wins a $98M task order from the Department of Energy for Hanford Central Plateau cleanup, representing ~1.2% of annual revenue. This multi-year contract strengthens Amentum's backlog and supports its core government services business. Potential subcontractors like Jacobs ($J) and Tetra Tech ($TTEK) may also benefit.
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Key Takeaways
- 1.Amentum wins $98M DOE task order, adding ~1.2% to annual revenue.
- 2.Multi-year contract provides revenue visibility through 2027.
- 3.Potential subcontractors Jacobs ($J) and Tetra Tech ($TTEK) may benefit.
Market Implications
Amentum's stock may experience positive momentum as the contract win reinforces its government services pipeline. The $98M award, while modest relative to total revenue, signals continued demand for DOE environmental cleanup. Jacobs and Tetra Tech could see indirect benefits if they secure subcontracts, but the impact is less direct. Overall, the contract supports a bullish outlook for Amentum in the near term.
Full Analysis
The Department of Energy awarded Central Plateau Cleanup Company, LLC (a subsidiary of Amentum Holdings) a task order under the Hanford Central Plateau Cleanup Contract. The immediate obligated amount is $98 million, with a not-to-exceed value of $98 million, covering end states and base operations from October 2024 to September 2027. This is a direct award to Amentum, which is a publicly traded government services contractor.
Amentum Holdings reported FY2025 revenue of $7.9B and net income of -$314M. The $98M task order represents about 1.24% of annual revenue, providing a meaningful addition to backlog. Amentum's DOE cleanup business is a core segment, and this contract reinforces its position as a prime contractor for environmental remediation. The multi-year nature offers revenue visibility.
No directly related legislation was identified among the provided bill signals. The contract is funded through DOE appropriations for environmental management, which are typically authorized in energy and water development bills. While no specific bill is linked, the contract aligns with ongoing federal investment in nuclear waste cleanup.
Typical subcontractors for Hanford cleanup include engineering and environmental firms. Jacobs Solutions and Tetra Tech are likely candidates to receive subcontract work, given their expertise in DOE remediation. However, the exact value of subcontracts is not disclosed.
Historically, DOE cleanup contracts provide steady, multi-year revenue streams for prime contractors. Amentum has a track record of winning such awards, and this task order should contribute to stable cash flows. The stock may see positive sentiment as investors value backlog growth in the government services sector.
Connected Signals
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Contract Details
Recipient
CENTRAL PLATEAU CLEANUP COMPANY, LLC
Award Amount
$1,018,396,052
Awarding Agency
Department of Energy
Sub-Agency
Department of Energy
Contract Type
DELIVERY ORDER
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