DoD Awards $38.2M for Operational Support Facility at MacDill AFB to Hensel Phelps Construction Co

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $38,234,191 ($38.2M)

Contractor: Hensel Phelps Construction CO

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2016-09-20

End Date: 2019-11-19

Contract Duration: 1,155 days

Daily Burn Rate: $33.1K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Construction

Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF OPERATIONAL SUPPORT FACILITY, MACDILL AFB, FL

Place of Performance

Location: TAMPA, HILLSBOROUGH County, FLORIDA, 33601

State: Florida Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $38.2 million to HENSEL PHELPS CONSTRUCTION CO for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF OPERATIONAL SUPPORT FACILITY, MACDILL AFB, FL Key points: 1. The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 2. The project duration of 1155 days indicates a significant construction undertaking. 3. The firm-fixed-price contract type aims to control costs for the Department of Defense. 4. The absence of small business participation is noted.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The award amount of $38.2 million for a large operational support facility appears within a reasonable range for major construction projects of this scale. Benchmarking against similar large-scale government construction contracts would provide a more precise assessment.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating that multiple qualified contractors had the opportunity to bid. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives the best value.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive bidding process likely resulted in a fair market price, maximizing the value of taxpayer dollars spent on this facility.

Public Impact

Enhances operational capabilities at MacDill AFB, supporting military readiness. Contributes to local economic activity through construction jobs and material procurement. Provides a long-term infrastructure asset for the Department of Defense.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Positive Signals

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Spending in this sector for the Department of Defense can vary significantly based on infrastructure needs and modernization efforts. Benchmarks for similar large-scale military construction projects are essential for context.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that small businesses were not involved in this contract, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. Further investigation may be warranted to understand if opportunities were missed or if the project scope was not conducive to small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

The award was made by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense. Standard oversight mechanisms for federal construction projects would apply, including contract monitoring and quality assurance to ensure compliance with specifications and budget.

Related Government Programs

Risk Flags

Tags

commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, fl, delivery-order, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $38.2 million to HENSEL PHELPS CONSTRUCTION CO. IGF::OT::IGF OPERATIONAL SUPPORT FACILITY, MACDILL AFB, FL

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is HENSEL PHELPS CONSTRUCTION CO.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $38.2 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2016-09-20. End: 2019-11-19.

What was the range of bids received during the full and open competition, and how did Hensel Phelps' bid compare?

The provided data does not include the range of bids submitted. To assess the value effectively, comparing Hensel Phelps' winning bid against other proposals would reveal the competitiveness of the pricing and the extent of price discovery achieved through the bidding process.

Were there specific requirements or challenges in this project that may have limited small business participation?

The nature of large-scale, complex construction projects can sometimes present barriers for small businesses, such as bonding requirements or specialized expertise. Understanding the specific technical demands and contract size is crucial to determine if these factors, rather than a lack of opportunity, influenced the absence of small business involvement.

How does the final cost compare to the initial estimated cost for this operational support facility?

The data does not provide an initial estimated cost for the project. A comparison between the final award amount of $38.2 million and any pre-award estimates would be necessary to evaluate cost control effectiveness and potential budget variances.

Industry Classification

NAICS: ConstructionNonresidential Building ConstructionCommercial and Institutional Building Construction

Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIESCONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Solicitation ID: W9127811R0019

Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 6557 HAZELTINE NATIONAL DR STE 1, ORLANDO, FL, 32822

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $38,838,191

Exercised Options: $38,234,191

Current Obligation: $38,234,191

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: W9127812D0038

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline

Start Date: 2016-09-20

Current End Date: 2019-11-19

Potential End Date: 2019-11-19 00:00:00

Last Modified: 2019-06-20

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