GSA Awards $2.37M Contract for Courthouse Construction in Kentucky to Wright Bros LLC

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $2,367,587 ($2.4M)

Contractor: Wright Bros LLC

Awarding Agency: General Services Administration

Start Date: 2025-05-08

End Date: 2026-05-20

Contract Duration: 377 days

Daily Burn Rate: $6.3K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Number of Offers Received: 4

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Construction

Official Description: TASK ORDER FOR CONSTRUCTION OF NEW JURY AND MEDIATION ROOMS KY0045ZZ GENE SNYDER U. S. COURTHOUSE 601 W. BROADWAY LOUISVILLE, KY 40202

Place of Performance

Location: LOUISVILLE, JEFFERSON County, KENTUCKY, 40202

State: Kentucky Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

General Services Administration obligated $2.4 million to WRIGHT BROS LLC for work described as: TASK ORDER FOR CONSTRUCTION OF NEW JURY AND MEDIATION ROOMS KY0045ZZ GENE SNYDER U. S. COURTHOUSE 601 W. BROADWAY LOUISVILLE, KY 40202 Key points: 1. The contract is for construction of new jury and mediation rooms at the Gene Snyder U.S. Courthouse. 2. Wright Bros LLC, the contractor, was selected through full and open competition after exclusion of sources. 3. The project duration is 377 days, with an estimated completion date of May 20, 2026. 4. This award falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction NAICS code. 5. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price, indicating a set cost for the project.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The award amount of $2.37 million for courthouse construction appears within a reasonable range for similar projects. However, without specific benchmarks for courthouse renovations or additions of this scale, a precise comparison is difficult.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The procurement method was 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources.' This suggests a competitive process was intended, but specific sources may have been excluded based on criteria, potentially impacting the breadth of competition and price discovery.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers are impacted by the allocation of $2.37 million for courthouse facility upgrades, with the expectation of value derived from improved judicial infrastructure.

Public Impact

Enhances judicial capacity and efficiency with new jury and mediation rooms. Supports the local economy through construction jobs and contractor engagement. Modernizes federal courthouse infrastructure, ensuring functional and accessible spaces for legal proceedings. Potential for improved courtroom acoustics and technology integration.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 62 / 10

Warning Flags

Potential impact of 'exclusion of sources' on competition.
Limited detail on specific construction requirements and potential cost overruns.

Positive Signals

Firm Fixed Price contract provides cost certainty.
Clear project scope for jury and mediation rooms.
Awarded to a single contractor, streamlining management.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Spending in this sector is driven by infrastructure needs, government facility upgrades, and private development, with significant variability based on project scale and location.

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 construction project.

Oversight & Accountability

The General Services Administration (GSA), through its Public Buildings Service, is responsible for managing federal building construction and maintenance. Oversight would involve monitoring project progress, adherence to budget, and quality of work.

Related Government Programs

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
General Services Administration Contracting
Public Buildings Service Programs

Risk Flags

Potential for reduced competition due to source exclusion.
Lack of explicit small business participation.
Firm Fixed Price contracts can sometimes lead to contractor claims for changes.
Construction projects inherently carry risks of delays and cost overruns.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

General Services Administration awarded $2.4 million to WRIGHT BROS LLC. TASK ORDER FOR CONSTRUCTION OF NEW JURY AND MEDIATION ROOMS KY0045ZZ GENE SNYDER U. S. COURTHOUSE 601 W. BROADWAY LOUISVILLE, KY 40202

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is WRIGHT BROS LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Public Buildings Service).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $2.4 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2025-05-08. End: 2026-05-20.

What specific criteria led to the exclusion of certain sources in this 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources' procurement, and how did this impact the final price?

The specific criteria for excluding sources are not detailed in the provided data. Typically, such exclusions might be based on pre-qualification requirements, past performance, specific technical capabilities, or geographic limitations. Understanding these criteria is crucial to assess whether they were justified and if they inadvertently limited competition, potentially leading to a higher price than might have been achieved in a truly unrestricted open competition.

What is the benchmark cost per square foot or per room for similar courthouse construction or renovation projects to assess the value for money in this $2.37 million award?

Establishing a precise benchmark requires detailed project specifications (e.g., square footage, materials, technological integration) and comparison with recent, similar federal courthouse projects. General construction costs vary widely by region and project complexity. Without these specifics, it's difficult to definitively assess if $2.37 million represents excellent or fair value, though it appears within a plausible range for significant facility upgrades.

How will the effectiveness of the new jury and mediation rooms be measured post-completion to ensure they meet the intended improvements in judicial efficiency?

Effectiveness measurement would likely involve post-occupancy evaluations focusing on user feedback (judges, staff, public), assessment of workflow improvements, and potentially tracking case processing times or reduction in scheduling conflicts. Key performance indicators could include reduced wait times, improved acoustics, enhanced privacy, and overall satisfaction with the new facilities' functionality.

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 AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Solicitation ID: 47PE0125R0005

Offers Received: 4

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 110 MANHATTAN DR, ANDALUSIA, AL, 36420

Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, American Indian Owned Business, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, HUBZone Firm, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $2,367,587

Exercised Options: $2,367,587

Current Obligation: $2,367,587

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: 47PE1921D0002

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline