Army Corps of Engineers Awards $6.1M Construction Contract to Carmen Paliotta Contracting, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $15,824,831 ($15.8M)
Contractor: Paliotta, Carmen Contracting, Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2001-04-03
End Date: 2002-10-14
Contract Duration: 559 days
Daily Burn Rate: $28.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: 200109!000057!96CE!CW59 !USA ENGINEER DISTRICT PITTSBURGH!DACW5901C0006 !A!N!*!N! !20010403!20021014!099515793!099515793!099515793!N!CARMEN PALIOTTA CONTRACTING IN!1550 CONNOR RD !SOUTH PARK !PA!15129!61000!003!42!PITTSBURGH !ALLEGHENY !PENN !+000002950000!N!N!000000000000!Z219!MAINT/OTHER CONSERVATION & DEVELOPMENT FACILITIES !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !5000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !234990!*!*!3! ! ! !*!*!*!B!*!*!A! !A !N!J!2!007!A! !D!N!C! ! !N!B!N!N! ! !C! !A!A!000!A!B!N! ! ! ! ! ! !0001!
Place of Performance
Location: PITTSBURGH, ALLEGHENY County, PENNSYLVANIA, 15220
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $15.8 million to PALIOTTA, CARMEN CONTRACTING, INC for work described as: 200109!000057!96CE!CW59 !USA ENGINEER DISTRICT PITTSBURGH!DACW5901C0006 !A!N!*!N! !20010403!20021014!099515793!099515793!099515793!N!CARMEN PALIOTTA CONTRACTING IN!1550 CONNOR RD !SOUTH PARK !PA!15129!61000!003!42!PITTSBURGH !ALLEG… Key points: 1. The contract, valued at $6.1 million, was awarded for maintenance and development of conservation facilities. 2. Competition was full and open, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. The contract duration was 559 days, ending in October 2002. 4. The sector is Construction, specifically 'Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction'.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $6.1 million appears reasonable for a construction project of this nature, though specific benchmarks are not readily available without more detailed project scope.
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 likely had the opportunity to submit proposals. This method generally promotes price discovery and competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is generally favorable for taxpayers as it aims to secure the best value through competitive bidding.
Public Impact
Local construction firms had the opportunity to bid on this federal contract. The project aimed to maintain and develop conservation facilities, potentially improving public access or environmental quality. The contract duration of over a year suggests a significant undertaking by the awarded contractor.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific details on the project scope makes it difficult to fully assess value.
- The contract was awarded in 2001, and current cost benchmarks may differ significantly.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Contract awarded to a specific company, indicating a clear recipient for funds.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Construction sector, specifically 'Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction'. Federal spending in this area often involves infrastructure, maintenance, and development projects for government facilities.
Small Business Impact
While the contract was awarded to Carmen Paliotta Contracting, Inc., the data does not indicate whether this is a small business. Further investigation would be needed to determine the impact on small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Defense, Army Corps of Engineers, Pittsburgh District, suggesting established oversight mechanisms. However, the specific oversight details for this particular contract are not provided.
Related Government Programs
- Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited project scope details.
- Outdated contract information (2001-2002).
- No indication of small business participation.
- Lack of performance or modification history.
Tags
other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-constr, department-of-defense, pa, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $15.8 million to PALIOTTA, CARMEN CONTRACTING, INC. 200109!000057!96CE!CW59 !USA ENGINEER DISTRICT PITTSBURGH!DACW5901C0006 !A!N!*!N! !20010403!20021014!099515793!099515793!099515793!N!CARMEN PALIOTTA CONTRACTING IN!1550 CONNOR RD !SOUTH PARK !PA!15129!61000!003!42!PITTSBURGH !ALLEGHENY !PENN !+000002950000!N!N!000000000000!Z219!MAINT/OTHER CONSERVATION & DEVELOPMENT FACILITIES !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !5000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !234990!*!*!3! ! ! !*!*!*!B!*!*!A!
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is PALIOTTA, CARMEN CONTRACTING, 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 $15.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2001-04-03. End: 2002-10-14.
What was the specific scope of work for the 'MAINT/OTHER CONSERVATION & DEVELOPMENT FACILITIES' project?
The provided data lacks specific details regarding the scope of work for the conservation and development facilities maintenance. Understanding the precise nature of the work, such as repairs, upgrades, or new construction, is crucial for a comprehensive value assessment and to compare it against industry standards for similar projects.
Were there any performance issues or contract modifications during the contract's lifecycle?
The data does not provide information on contract performance or any modifications that may have occurred. Such details are important for assessing the contractor's execution, the agency's management of the contract, and whether the final cost accurately reflected the delivered work and any unforeseen circumstances.
How did the final contract price compare to the initial bid prices from other competitors?
While the contract was awarded under full and open competition, the specific bid prices of other competitors are not detailed in this dataset. Knowing the range of bids would offer insight into the competitiveness of the final award price and whether the government secured a particularly advantageous deal or paid a premium.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction › Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, ALTER REAL PROPERTY › MAINT, ALTER, REPAIR NONBUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE (J)
Contractor Details
Address: 1550 CONNOR RD, SOUTH PARK, PA, 15129
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2001-04-03
Current End Date: 2002-10-14
Potential End Date: 2002-10-14 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-03-28
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