GSA Awards $11.4M for Courthouse Facilities Management in Tennessee
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $11,359,142 ($11.4M)
Contractor: Urban/Meridian Joint Venture
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2006-02-24
End Date: 2012-02-28
Contract Duration: 2,195 days
Daily Burn Rate: $5.2K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: COMMERCIAL FACILITIES MANAGEMENT FOR JAMES H. QUILLEN U.S. COURTHOUSE, THE HOWARD BAKER COURTHOUSE AND JOHN DUNCAN FEDERAL BUILDING
Place of Performance
Location: KNOXVILLE, KNOX County, TENNESSEE, 37901
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $11.4 million to URBAN/MERIDIAN JOINT VENTURE for work described as: COMMERCIAL FACILITIES MANAGEMENT FOR JAMES H. QUILLEN U.S. COURTHOUSE, THE HOWARD BAKER COURTHOUSE AND JOHN DUNCAN FEDERAL BUILDING Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Urban/Meridian Joint Venture for facilities support services. 2. Full and open competition was utilized, indicating a competitive bidding process. 3. The contract duration was 2195 days, spanning over 6 years. 4. The fixed-price contract type suggests predictable costs for the government.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $11.4 million over six years averages approximately $1.9 million annually. This appears reasonable for comprehensive facilities management of multiple federal buildings.
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'. This method suggests that while initial sources might have been limited, the final award was competitive.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award is expected to yield fair market pricing, benefiting taxpayers.
Public Impact
Ensures operational continuity for three federal courthouses in Tennessee. Supports the maintenance and upkeep of critical government infrastructure. Provides essential services for federal employees and the public accessing these facilities.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for price creep in fixed-price contracts over long durations.
- Reliance on a joint venture may present unique management and performance risks.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Long-term contract provides stability for service delivery.
- Fixed-price contract offers cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
Facilities support services, including building operations and maintenance, are crucial for government infrastructure. Benchmarks for similar contracts vary widely based on facility size and complexity.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to a joint venture and does not indicate specific small business participation. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were subcontracted.
Oversight & Accountability
The General Services Administration (GSA) is responsible for managing federal real estate. Oversight would involve performance monitoring and contract compliance to ensure services meet federal standards.
Related Government Programs
- Facilities Support Services
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Public Buildings Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Long contract duration may lead to price escalation risks.
- Joint venture structure could introduce management complexities.
- Potential for vendor lock-in if performance is satisfactory.
- Limited transparency on initial source exclusion.
Tags
facilities-support-services, general-services-administration, tn, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $11.4 million to URBAN/MERIDIAN JOINT VENTURE. COMMERCIAL FACILITIES MANAGEMENT FOR JAMES H. QUILLEN U.S. COURTHOUSE, THE HOWARD BAKER COURTHOUSE AND JOHN DUNCAN FEDERAL BUILDING
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is URBAN/MERIDIAN JOINT VENTURE.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Public Buildings Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $11.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-02-24. End: 2012-02-28.
What was the specific rationale for excluding initial sources before the full and open competition?
The exclusion of sources prior to full and open competition suggests a potential need for specialized capabilities or a desire to streamline the initial bidder pool. Understanding this rationale is key to assessing if the competition was truly as broad as intended and if any potentially better-qualified or more cost-effective vendors were overlooked at the outset.
How does the final award price compare to the original estimated cost or benchmark for similar services?
Without the original estimate or detailed benchmark data, a precise comparison is difficult. However, the $11.4 million award over six years for facilities management of multiple courthouses appears within a reasonable range, assuming standard service levels. A deeper dive into GSA's internal benchmarks would be necessary for a definitive assessment.
What performance metrics were established to ensure the effectiveness of the facilities management services?
The effectiveness of the services hinges on clearly defined performance metrics and service level agreements (SLAs) within the contract. These would typically include response times for maintenance issues, preventative maintenance schedules, and overall facility condition assessments. GSA's oversight would focus on adherence to these metrics.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services › Facilities Support Services › Facilities Support Services
Product/Service Code: OPERATION OF GOVT OWNED FACILITY › OPERATE GOVT OWNED BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 120 HAMMOND DR NE, ATLANTA, GA, 90
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Black American Owned Business, Category Business, Emerging Small Business, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $11,359,142
Exercised Options: $11,359,142
Current Obligation: $11,359,142
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS04P06EWD0080
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-02-24
Current End Date: 2012-02-28
Potential End Date: 2015-02-28 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2012-12-03
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