GSA Awards $4.9M for St. Elizabeths West Campus Addition, Completing Project in 326 Days

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $4,921,004 ($4.9M)

Contractor: AMG JV

Awarding Agency: General Services Administration

Start Date: 2020-08-08

End Date: 2021-06-30

Contract Duration: 326 days

Daily Burn Rate: $15.1K/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: MULTIPURPOSE ROOM - WEST ADDITION BUILDING ST ELIZABETHS WEST CAMPUS SE WASHINGTON DC

Place of Performance

Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20032

State: District of Columbia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

General Services Administration obligated $4.9 million to AMG JV for work described as: MULTIPURPOSE ROOM - WEST ADDITION BUILDING ST ELIZABETHS WEST CAMPUS SE WASHINGTON DC Key points: 1. The contract awarded to AMG JV for $4.9M covers construction of a multipurpose room addition. 2. Full and open competition was utilized, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. The project was completed within the specified 326-day duration. 4. The award value is within typical ranges for similar construction projects of this scale.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The $4.9M award appears reasonable for a commercial and institutional building construction project of this size and scope. Benchmarking against similar GSA projects would provide further validation.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition after exclusion of sources, indicating a robust bidding process. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the best value is obtained.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award likely resulted in a fair price, maximizing taxpayer value for the construction services.

Public Impact

Enhances federal infrastructure at St. Elizabeths West Campus. Supports local economic activity through construction jobs. Provides a new functional space for government use.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of specific performance metrics provided.
Potential for cost overruns if unforeseen issues arise during construction.

Positive Signals

Project completed on time.
Competitive bidding process utilized.
Firm fixed price contract limits cost uncertainty.

Sector Analysis

This project falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on project size, complexity, and location. The $4.9M award is moderate for a federal construction project.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this specific award (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to understand the overall small business utilization by the prime contractor on this project or other contracts.

Oversight & Accountability

The General Services Administration (GSA), specifically the Public Buildings Service, oversaw this contract. The firm fixed price and defined duration suggest clear accountability for project delivery.

Related Government Programs

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

Risk Flags

Lack of detailed performance metrics.
No information on potential environmental impacts.
Limited insight into contractor's past performance.
Small business participation not explicitly detailed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

General Services Administration awarded $4.9 million to AMG JV. MULTIPURPOSE ROOM - WEST ADDITION BUILDING ST ELIZABETHS WEST CAMPUS SE WASHINGTON DC

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is AMG JV.

Which agency awarded this contract?

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

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $4.9 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2020-08-08. End: 2021-06-30.

What specific functionalities will the new multipurpose room serve, and how does this align with the overall mission of the St. Elizabeths West Campus?

The provided data does not detail the specific functionalities of the multipurpose room. However, its addition to the West Campus suggests a need for expanded meeting, event, or operational space. Understanding the intended use would clarify its strategic value and contribution to the campus's broader mission, potentially impacting long-term operational efficiency and program delivery.

Were there any significant challenges or change orders during the 326-day construction period that impacted the final cost or timeline?

The data indicates the project was completed within the 326-day duration under a firm fixed price contract. While this suggests adherence to the original plan, it doesn't preclude minor adjustments or unforeseen issues that were managed within the existing contract terms. A review of contract modifications or performance reports would reveal if any significant challenges were encountered and how they were resolved without impacting the final delivery.

How does the $4.9M cost compare to the estimated value of the construction services, and what benchmarks were used to ensure cost-effectiveness?

The $4.9M award represents the final cost for the construction. Without pre-award estimates or detailed cost breakdowns, a precise comparison is difficult. However, the use of full and open competition suggests that the price was vetted against market rates. Benchmarking against similar GSA construction projects of comparable size and complexity in the DC area would be necessary to definitively assess cost-effectiveness.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Construction › Nonresidential Building Construction › Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, ALTER REAL PROPERTY › MAINT, ALTER, REPAIR NONBUILDINGS

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Solicitation ID: 47PM0020Q0001

Offers Received: 4

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 101 DAVIS AVE SW, LEESBURG, VA, 20175

Business Categories: Category Business, Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business, Hispanic American Owned Business, Joint Venture Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business, Joint Venture Women Owned Small Business, Minority Owned Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $4,921,104

Exercised Options: $4,921,004

Current Obligation: $4,921,004

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: 47PM0518D0027

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline