DoD Awards $27.1M for Tactical Equipment Maintenance Facility at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $27,141,749 ($27.1M)
Contractor: Unit Company
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2012-02-02
End Date: 2014-02-28
Contract Duration: 757 days
Daily Burn Rate: $35.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT TACTICAL EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE FACILITY AND ORGANIZATIONAL PARKING FOR MANEUVER ENHANCEMENT BRIGADE PHASE 2, JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, ALASKA
Place of Performance
Location: FORT RICHARDSON, ANCHORAGE County, ALASKA, 99505
State: Alaska Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $27.1 million to UNIT COMPANY for work described as: DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT TACTICAL EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE FACILITY AND ORGANIZATIONAL PARKING FOR MANEUVER ENHANCEMENT BRIGADE PHASE 2, JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, ALASKA Key points: 1. Construction project for a critical military facility. 2. Full and open competition suggests potential for competitive pricing. 3. Firm fixed price contract type limits cost overrun risk for the government. 4. Project duration of 757 days indicates a significant construction undertaking.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The award amount of $27.1 million for a tactical equipment maintenance facility and parking appears reasonable for a project of this scope and complexity, especially given the location in Alaska. Benchmarking against similar military construction projects 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 use of full and open competition is expected to yield a fair price, maximizing the value of taxpayer dollars spent on this essential military infrastructure.
Public Impact
Enhances military readiness by providing a dedicated facility for tactical equipment maintenance. Supports the Maneuver Enhancement Brigade's operational capabilities. Contributes to local economy through construction jobs and related services. Improves infrastructure at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for construction delays due to remote location and weather in Alaska.
- Scope creep risk in large construction projects.
Positive Signals
- Firm fixed price contract mitigates cost escalation.
- Full and open competition promotes competitive pricing.
- Project supports critical military operational needs.
Sector Analysis
This project falls within the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Military construction projects often involve specialized requirements and can be subject to higher costs due to location and security considerations compared to typical commercial builds.
Small Business Impact
While the contract was awarded under full and open competition, there is no specific indication of small business participation in this data. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were involved as prime contractors or subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of the Army, under the Department of Defense, is responsible for overseeing this contract. Standard oversight mechanisms for federal construction projects would apply, including site inspections and progress monitoring.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Geographic location challenges (Alaska).
- Potential for unforeseen site conditions.
- Contractor performance risk.
- Weather-related construction delays.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, ak, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $27.1 million to UNIT COMPANY. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT TACTICAL EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE FACILITY AND ORGANIZATIONAL PARKING FOR MANEUVER ENHANCEMENT BRIGADE PHASE 2, JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, ALASKA
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is UNIT COMPANY.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $27.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2012-02-02. End: 2014-02-28.
What is the estimated cost per square foot for this facility compared to similar military construction projects?
Without detailed facility specifications (e.g., square footage, specific equipment needs, material choices), a precise cost-per-square-foot benchmark is difficult. However, military construction in remote or challenging environments like Alaska often incurs higher costs due to logistics, specialized labor, and stringent building codes. A comparison would require access to the facility's design documents and cost breakdowns.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the success of this construction project?
Key performance indicators likely include adherence to the project schedule (757 days), completion within the firm fixed price budget ($27.1M), quality of construction meeting military specifications, and successful handover of a fully functional facility. Post-occupancy evaluations might also assess operational efficiency and durability.
How will the completed facility impact the operational efficiency of the Maneuver Enhancement Brigade?
The new facility is designed to improve tactical equipment maintenance, suggesting it will streamline repair processes, reduce downtime for equipment, and potentially increase the brigade's overall readiness and deployability. Centralized maintenance capabilities can lead to better resource management and faster response times for equipment issues.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Nonresidential Building Construction › Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIES › CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: W911KB07R0006
Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 620 E. WHITNEY RD, ANCHORAGE, AK, 99501
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $27,191,749
Exercised Options: $27,141,749
Current Obligation: $27,141,749
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 58
Total Subaward Amount: $22,123,032
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W911KB07D0014
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2012-02-02
Current End Date: 2014-02-28
Potential End Date: 2014-02-28 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-04-29
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