GSA Awards $20.2M Design/Build Contract for Border Infrastructure to Leidos, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $20,223,668 ($20.2M)
Contractor: Leidos, Inc.
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2012-05-09
End Date: 2014-04-21
Contract Duration: 712 days
Daily Burn Rate: $28.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF .AWARD OF A DESIGN/BUILD CONTRACT FOR THE SOUTHWEST OUTBOUND TIER 3 (OT3) AND PORT HARDENING ELEMENTS. THIS REQUIREMENT IS FOR OT3 AND PH WORK OVER 32 PORTS ALONG THE SOUTHERN BORDER AND FOUR STATES.
Place of Performance
Location: SAN DIEGO, SAN DIEGO County, CALIFORNIA, 92121
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $20.2 million to LEIDOS, INC. for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF .AWARD OF A DESIGN/BUILD CONTRACT FOR THE SOUTHWEST OUTBOUND TIER 3 (OT3) AND PORT HARDENING ELEMENTS. THIS REQUIREMENT IS FOR OT3 AND PH WORK OVER 32 PORTS ALONG THE SOUTHERN BORDER AND FOUR STATES. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Leidos, Inc. for critical border infrastructure. 2. Significant investment in port hardening and outbound tier facilities. 3. Full and open competition was utilized for this award. 4. Project spans multiple states along the Southern Border.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The award of $20.2 million for a design/build contract appears reasonable given the scope of work involving infrastructure upgrades across 32 ports and four states. Benchmarking against similar large-scale construction projects would provide further context on pricing efficiency.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a robust process for soliciting bids and ensuring competitive pricing. This method generally leads to better price discovery and value for taxpayer dollars.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is a positive indicator for taxpayer value, as it aims to secure the most competitive pricing for the services rendered.
Public Impact
Enhances border security infrastructure, potentially improving efficiency and capacity. Supports federal efforts to manage and process traffic at key ports of entry. Investments in construction projects create jobs and stimulate local economies.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns in large-scale construction projects.
- Complexity of managing a multi-state, multi-port project.
- Dependence on a single contractor for design and build phases.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Addresses critical national infrastructure needs.
- Clear definition of scope for design and build.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Spending in this sector is often driven by government infrastructure needs, security upgrades, and facility modernization. Benchmarks for similar large-scale construction projects can vary widely based on complexity and location.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to Leidos, Inc. and the data indicates that small business participation (sb) was false. Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities were made available to small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The General Services Administration (GSA) awarded this contract through its Public Buildings Service. Oversight would typically involve monitoring project progress, adherence to design specifications, and financial management to ensure accountability and successful project completion.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Public Buildings Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for scope creep impacting budget and schedule.
- Complexity of coordinating work across multiple geographic locations.
- Reliance on a single prime contractor for critical infrastructure development.
- Ensuring adequate security protocols during construction phases.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, general-services-administration, ca, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $20.2 million to LEIDOS, INC.. IGF::OT::IGF .AWARD OF A DESIGN/BUILD CONTRACT FOR THE SOUTHWEST OUTBOUND TIER 3 (OT3) AND PORT HARDENING ELEMENTS. THIS REQUIREMENT IS FOR OT3 AND PH WORK OVER 32 PORTS ALONG THE SOUTHERN BORDER AND FOUR STATES.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LEIDOS, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Public Buildings Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $20.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2012-05-09. End: 2014-04-21.
What specific performance metrics will be used to evaluate the success of the design/build phases and ensure the infrastructure meets operational requirements?
Performance metrics would likely include adherence to the approved design specifications, timely completion of construction milestones, quality of materials and workmanship, and successful integration of new infrastructure with existing systems. The contract's terms should clearly outline these metrics and the process for verification and acceptance by the government.
How will potential cost overruns be managed and mitigated, given the inherent risks in large-scale construction projects?
Mitigation strategies for cost overruns typically involve robust contract management, including detailed cost tracking, change order controls, and contingency planning. The firm fixed-price nature of the contract provides some cost certainty, but unforeseen issues could still arise, requiring careful negotiation and oversight by the GSA.
What is the long-term operational and maintenance plan for the completed infrastructure, and how will its effectiveness be measured post-construction?
The long-term plan would involve operational readiness assessments, ongoing maintenance schedules, and performance monitoring. Effectiveness would be measured by factors such as increased throughput, reduced processing times, enhanced security capabilities, and overall system reliability. The government agency responsible for operating the ports would likely establish these post-construction evaluation criteria.
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
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Leidos Holdings, Inc. (UEI: 611641312)
Address: 11951 FREEDOM DR, RESTON, VA, 11
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $20,223,668
Exercised Options: $20,223,668
Current Obligation: $20,223,668
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS07P09HHD0107
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2012-05-09
Current End Date: 2014-04-21
Potential End Date: 2014-04-21 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2014-07-14
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