USAID awards $14.4M for Earthquake Reconstruction Project Engineering and Construction Management to CDM Constructors Inc

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $14,438,519 ($14.4M)

Contractor: CDM Constructors Inc.

Awarding Agency: Agency for International Development

Start Date: 2006-10-27

End Date: 2011-10-26

Contract Duration: 1,825 days

Daily Burn Rate: $7.9K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE

Sector: Other

Official Description: ENGINEERING DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR EARTHQUAKE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECTTAS::72 1021::TAS

Plain-Language Summary

Agency for International Development obligated $14.4 million to CDM CONSTRUCTORS INC. for work described as: ENGINEERING DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR EARTHQUAKE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECTTAS::72 1021::TAS Key points: 1. The contract focuses on specialized engineering and construction management services for reconstruction efforts. 2. CDM Constructors Inc. is the sole awardee for this specific delivery order. 3. The contract duration is 5 years, indicating a significant, long-term project. 4. The NAICS code 541618 suggests a broad scope within management consulting services.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $14.4M for a 5-year project requires careful benchmarking against similar reconstruction and engineering management contracts. Without specific performance metrics or comparable data, assessing value is challenging.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, this specific award is a delivery order, implying it might be part of a larger indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract where competition might have occurred previously.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to secure the best value for taxpayers, but the effectiveness depends on the rigor of the evaluation and the final negotiated price.

Public Impact

Supports critical infrastructure development and recovery in earthquake-affected regions. Provides essential management and technical expertise for complex reconstruction projects. Potential for job creation in engineering, construction, and related fields. Ensures adherence to quality and safety standards in rebuilding efforts.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of specific performance metrics for value assessment.
Potential for cost overruns in complex reconstruction projects.
Limited transparency on the competitive landscape for this specific delivery order.

Positive Signals

Awarded through full and open competition.
Addresses a critical need for reconstruction services.
Long-term contract duration allows for sustained project support.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under management consulting services, specifically related to engineering and construction management for reconstruction. Benchmarks for such services can vary widely based on project complexity, location, and duration.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved as subcontractors or prime contractors in this specific award. Further investigation would be needed to determine small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight would typically be managed by the Agency for International Development (USAID) to ensure project milestones are met, funds are used appropriately, and quality standards are maintained throughout the reconstruction process.

Related Government Programs

Other Management Consulting Services
Agency for International Development Contracting
Agency for International Development Programs

Risk Flags

Contract duration is lengthy (5 years).
Cost-plus-fixed-fee contract type can incentivize cost increases.
Specific performance metrics are not detailed in the provided data.
Potential for scope creep in reconstruction projects.
Limited information on the competitive landscape for this specific delivery order.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Agency for International Development awarded $14.4 million to CDM CONSTRUCTORS INC.. ENGINEERING DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR EARTHQUAKE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECTTAS::72 1021::TAS

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is CDM CONSTRUCTORS INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Agency for International Development (Agency for International Development).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $14.4 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2006-10-27. End: 2011-10-26.

What specific reconstruction activities does this contract cover, and how do they align with the agency's overall reconstruction goals?

The contract covers engineering design, construction, and construction management services for an earthquake reconstruction project. The specific activities would detail the scope of work, such as structural assessments, design modifications, site preparation, and overseeing actual building or repair work. Alignment with agency goals would be evident if these activities directly contribute to restoring essential services, housing, and infrastructure in the affected region, as per USAID's mandate for post-disaster recovery.

What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the success and cost-effectiveness of CDM Constructors Inc.'s services?

Key performance indicators for this contract would likely include adherence to project timelines, completion of design and construction milestones within budget, quality of work meeting specified standards (e.g., building codes, engineering specifications), safety incident rates on-site, and overall client satisfaction from the agency. Cost-effectiveness would be assessed by comparing actual expenditures against the fixed fee and the overall project budget, ensuring efficient resource utilization and minimizing cost overruns.

How does the agency ensure that the 'full and open competition' process for this delivery order leads to the best possible outcome for taxpayer investment?

Ensuring the best outcome involves a robust evaluation process where proposals are scored against predefined criteria, including technical approach, past performance, management plan, and price. For a delivery order under a potential IDIQ, the competition might be limited to pre-qualified offerors. The agency must demonstrate that the selection criteria were applied fairly and transparently, and that the chosen contractor offers the best value, considering both technical merit and cost, to justify the taxpayer investment.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Other Management Consulting Services

Product/Service Code: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT › DEFENSE (OTHER) R&D

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: CDM Smith Inc. (UEI: 055990261)

Address: 1 CAMBRIDGE PL 50 HAMPSHIRE ST, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02139

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $14,438,519

Exercised Options: $14,438,519

Current Obligation: $14,438,519

Contract Characteristics

Multi-Year Contract: Yes

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: AID391I000701088

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline