Air Force Medical Design-Build IDIQ Awarded to StructSure Projects Inc. for $171.2M
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $17,123,138 ($17.1M)
Contractor: Structsure Projects Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2006-09-28
End Date: 2010-01-26
Contract Duration: 1,216 days
Daily Burn Rate: $14.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: IDIQ FOR AIR FORCE MEDICAL DESIGN-BUILD
Place of Performance
Location: BARKSDALE AFB, BOSSIER County, LOUISIANA, 71110
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $17.1 million to STRUCTSURE PROJECTS INC for work described as: IDIQ FOR AIR FORCE MEDICAL DESIGN-BUILD Key points: 1. The contract, valued at $171.2 million, was awarded to StructSure Projects Inc. for medical facility design-build services. 2. Full and open competition was utilized, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. The contract duration was 1216 days, ending in January 2010. 4. The primary sector is Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, with a specific focus on healthcare facilities.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract was awarded under a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) structure, which shifts risk to the contractor. However, without specific cost breakdowns or benchmarks for similar medical design-build projects, a precise value assessment is difficult. The awarded amount of $171.2M provides a total ceiling.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating that multiple bidders had the opportunity to submit proposals. This method generally promotes price discovery and can lead to more competitive pricing compared to limited or sole-source procurements.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently by fostering a competitive environment for contract awards.
Public Impact
Supports critical infrastructure for Air Force medical facilities. Provides construction and design services, potentially impacting healthcare delivery. The contract's duration and value suggest a significant investment in military healthcare infrastructure.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics or quality indicators.
- Limited information on the specific types of medical facilities constructed.
- No clear indication of small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Firm Fixed Price contract type can control costs.
- Supports essential military healthcare infrastructure.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector, specifically focusing on healthcare facilities. Benchmarks for similar large-scale design-build projects in the federal sector would be necessary for a more precise comparison of cost-effectiveness.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this award (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities were missed for small businesses in this large construction contract.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, indicating federal oversight. However, details regarding specific oversight mechanisms, performance monitoring, and accountability measures are not provided in this data.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed cost breakdowns.
- Absence of specific performance metrics.
- No clear indication of small business utilization.
- Limited information on project scope and outcomes.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, la, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $17.1 million to STRUCTSURE PROJECTS INC. IDIQ FOR AIR FORCE MEDICAL DESIGN-BUILD
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is STRUCTSURE PROJECTS 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 $17.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-09-28. End: 2010-01-26.
What was the average per-unit cost for the medical facilities constructed under this IDIQ, and how does it compare to industry benchmarks?
The provided data does not include specific details on the individual projects or their costs, making it impossible to calculate a per-unit cost. To assess value, a comparison with industry benchmarks for similar medical facility construction projects would be required. This would involve analyzing square footage, complexity, and specific medical capabilities built.
What were the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to evaluate StructSure Projects Inc.'s performance, and were there any penalties for non-compliance?
The available data does not specify the key performance indicators (KPIs) or any associated penalties for non-compliance. A thorough review of the contract documentation would be necessary to understand the performance standards, evaluation criteria, and any contractual remedies for deficiencies in design or construction.
How effectively did the full and open competition process ensure the best value for the government, considering the final contract price?
The full and open competition process is designed to foster price discovery and competition, theoretically leading to best value. However, without access to the bids received, the government's cost estimates, or post-award performance data, it's challenging to definitively assess the effectiveness of the competition in securing the best value for the $171.2M awarded.
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
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Contractor Details
Address: 8041 WEST 47TH STREET, SUI, OVERLAND PARK, KS, 03
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $19,413,138
Exercised Options: $19,413,138
Current Obligation: $17,123,138
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W9126G04D0011
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-09-28
Current End Date: 2010-01-26
Potential End Date: 2010-01-26 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2009-09-29
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