DOT's FAA awards $1.8M for General Requirements to Corinthian Contractors Inc

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $24,360,950 ($24.4M)

Contractor: Corinthian Contractors Inc

Awarding Agency: Department of Transportation

Start Date: 2008-11-10

End Date: 2011-02-28

Contract Duration: 840 days

Daily Burn Rate: $29.0K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Construction

Official Description: LINE ITEM NO. 001, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,825,000.00 TAS::69 8107::TAS

Place of Performance

Location: ARLINGTON, ARLINGTON County, VIRGINIA, 22206

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Transportation obligated $24.4 million to CORINTHIAN CONTRACTORS INC for work described as: LINE ITEM NO. 001, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,825,000.00 TAS::69 8107::TAS Key points: 1. Contract awarded for commercial and institutional building construction. 2. Firm Fixed Price contract type suggests defined scope and cost. 3. Duration of 840 days indicates a long-term project. 4. Awarded by the Federal Aviation Administration, part of the Department of Transportation.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $1,825,000.00 for general requirements appears reasonable for a multi-year construction project. Benchmarking against similar FAA construction contracts would provide a more definitive assessment.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives the best value. The specific pricing discovery mechanism within this competitive process is not detailed.

Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition suggests taxpayers benefit from potentially lower prices due to market forces.

Public Impact

Supports infrastructure development within the Federal Aviation Administration. Provides services for commercial and institutional building construction. Contract duration impacts long-term planning and resource allocation. Awarded to a single contractor, Corinthian Contractors Inc.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

  • Lack of detailed performance metrics.
  • Potential for cost overruns in long-term fixed-price contracts.
  • Limited information on contractor past performance.

Positive Signals

  • Awarded through full and open competition.
  • Firm Fixed Price contract type.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Spending in this sector is crucial for maintaining and upgrading federal facilities, including those managed by the FAA. Benchmarks vary widely based on project scope and location.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved as subcontractors or prime contractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight would typically involve contract administration by the FAA to ensure compliance with terms, quality standards, and timely completion. Accountability rests with the contractor for performance and the agency for proper management.

Related Government Programs

  • Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
  • Department of Transportation Contracting
  • Federal Aviation Administration Programs

Risk Flags

  • Contract duration is lengthy (840 days).
  • Limited detail on specific deliverables.
  • No information on contractor past performance.
  • Potential for scope creep in 'general requirements'.

Tags

commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-transportation, va, dca, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Transportation awarded $24.4 million to CORINTHIAN CONTRACTORS INC. LINE ITEM NO. 001, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,825,000.00 TAS::69 8107::TAS

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is CORINTHIAN CONTRACTORS INC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Transportation (Federal Aviation Administration).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $24.4 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2008-11-10. End: 2011-02-28.

What specific general requirements were covered under this contract?

The provided data does not specify the exact nature of the 'general requirements.' This could encompass a wide range of services related to building construction, such as site preparation, material procurement, labor, project management, and adherence to building codes and safety regulations. A detailed statement of work would be necessary for clarification.

What was the competitive landscape like for this specific contract?

The contract was awarded under 'full and open competition,' indicating that all responsible sources were permitted to submit bids. While this suggests a competitive process, the number of bids received and the specific evaluation criteria used to select Corinthian Contractors Inc. are not detailed in this data, limiting a full assessment of the competitive intensity.

How does the final award amount compare to the initial estimate or budget?

The data provides an award amount of $1,825,000.00. It does not include information about the initial estimated cost or budget for this contract. Without this baseline, it is impossible to determine if the final award represents an increase, decrease, or is in line with expectations.

Industry Classification

NAICS: ConstructionNonresidential Building ConstructionCommercial and Institutional Building Construction

Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIESCONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 3126 S ABINGDON ST, ARLINGTON, VA, 08

Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $519,663,977

Exercised Options: $24,360,950

Current Obligation: $24,360,950

Timeline

Start Date: 2008-11-10

Current End Date: 2011-02-28

Potential End Date: 2011-02-28 00:00:00

Last Modified: 2013-02-08

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