DOD's $15.8M Dry Steam Bed Crossing Contract Awarded to Technologists Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $15,789,263 ($15.8M)
Contractor: Technologists Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2007-09-29
End Date: 2010-01-02
Contract Duration: 826 days
Daily Burn Rate: $19.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 20
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: DRY STEAM BED CROSSING
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $15.8 million to TECHNOLOGISTS INC for work described as: DRY STEAM BED CROSSING Key points: 1. The contract, valued at $15.8 million, was awarded by the Department of the Army. 2. Technologists Inc. secured the contract through full and open competition. 3. The project falls under the Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction sector. 4. The contract duration was 826 days, with a firm fixed price. 5. The award date was September 29, 2007, with an estimated completion date of January 2, 2010.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's value of $15.8 million for bridge construction appears within a reasonable range for a project of this nature, though specific benchmarks are unavailable without more detailed project scope.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded using full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing and allows for a broad range of potential contractors to bid.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition suggests an effort to achieve value for taxpayer money by leveraging market forces.
Public Impact
Infrastructure improvement for military operations or civilian access. Potential for local job creation during the construction phase. Ensures critical transportation links are maintained or enhanced.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific details on the project's scope and technical requirements.
- No information on the number of bids received or the competitive spread.
- The contract was awarded in 2007, making current cost comparisons difficult.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Firm fixed price contract type can provide cost certainty.
- Project addresses critical infrastructure needs.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the construction sector, specifically focusing on infrastructure like bridges. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on project size, location, and material costs.
Small Business Impact
No specific indication of small business participation or subcontracting was provided in the data. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business involvement.
Oversight & Accountability
The data indicates a firm fixed price contract, which typically offers good cost control. However, oversight effectiveness would depend on contract management practices and performance monitoring by the Department of the Army.
Related Government Programs
- Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Contract awarded over a decade ago, limiting current relevance.
- Lack of detailed project scope and technical specifications.
- No information on the number of bids or competitive pricing details.
- Absence of data on small business participation.
Tags
highway-street-and-bridge-construction, department-of-defense, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $15.8 million to TECHNOLOGISTS INC. DRY STEAM BED CROSSING
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is TECHNOLOGISTS INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $15.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-09-29. End: 2010-01-02.
What was the specific scope of work for the Dry Steam Bed Crossing, and how did it compare to similar bridge construction projects in terms of complexity and cost?
The provided data lacks specific details on the scope of work for the Dry Steam Bed Crossing. To assess its value, a comparison with similar bridge construction projects would require information on the project's length, width, load-bearing capacity, environmental considerations, and the specific materials used. Without these details, a precise cost-effectiveness analysis against benchmarks is not feasible.
What were the primary risks associated with this bridge construction project, and how were they mitigated by the Department of the Army?
Potential risks for bridge construction include environmental challenges (like working with steam beds), material cost fluctuations, contractor performance issues, and unforeseen site conditions. The firm fixed price contract type helps mitigate financial risk for the government by locking in costs. However, specific risk mitigation strategies employed by the Army, such as detailed site surveys, contingency planning, and robust contract oversight, are not detailed in the provided data.
How effective was the full and open competition in ensuring the best value for the government on this contract?
Full and open competition is designed to maximize the pool of potential bidders, thereby increasing the likelihood of receiving competitive offers and achieving best value. While the contract was awarded under this method, the effectiveness in this specific case cannot be fully determined without knowing the number of bids received, the range of proposed prices, and the technical qualifications of the bidders. A competitive award suggests a positive outcome, but the degree of value achieved is not explicitly quantifiable from the data.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction › Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT/MINE/EXCAVATE/HIGHWY EQPT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 20
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1700 N MOORE ST, ARLINGTON, VA, 08
Business Categories: Category Business, Minority Owned Business, Other Minority Owned Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $15,789,263
Exercised Options: $15,789,263
Current Obligation: $15,789,263
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W917PM07D0008
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-09-29
Current End Date: 2010-01-02
Potential End Date: 2010-01-02 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2010-11-24
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