Naval Facilities Contract Awarded to A. J. Diani Construction for $15.17M in 2003
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $15,170,765 ($15.2M)
Contractor: A. J. Diani Construction CO., Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2003-09-24
End Date: 2006-11-06
Contract Duration: 1,139 days
Daily Burn Rate: $13.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: 200312!195829!1700!C2474 !NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING COM!N6247403C4043 !A!N! !N! !20030924!20050328!029407038!029407038!029407038!N!A J DIANI CONSTRUCTION CO , IN!295 NORTH BLOSSER RD !SANTA MARIA !CA!93458!41166!019!06!LEMOORE NAS !FRESNO !CALIFORNIA!+000011441991!N!N!000000000000!Y199!OTHER MISCELLANEOUS BUILDINGS !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !2000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !236220!E! !3! ! ! ! ! !99990909!B! ! !A! !A!U!J!2!002!B! !D!N!Z! ! !N!C!N! ! ! !C!Z!A!A!000!A!D!Y! !N! ! ! ! !0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: LEMOORE, KINGS County, CALIFORNIA, 93246
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $15.2 million to A. J. DIANI CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. for work described as: 200312!195829!1700!C2474 !NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING COM!N6247403C4043 !A!N! !N! !20030924!20050328!029407038!029407038!029407038!N!A J DIANI CONSTRUCTION CO , IN!295 NORTH BLOSSER RD !SANTA MARIA !CA!93458!41166!019!06!LEMOORE NAS !FRESN… Key points: 1. The contract was awarded for $15.17 million to A. J. Diani Construction Co., Inc. 2. The contract falls under the 'Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction' sector. 3. Competition was full and open, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 4. The contract duration was 1139 days, indicating a significant project timeline.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $15.17 million for 'Other Miscellaneous Buildings' is difficult to assess without specific project details. Benchmarking against similar construction contracts would require more granular data on the scope of work.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which typically leads to better price discovery and potentially lower costs for the government. The use of a definitive contract suggests a clear scope of work was established.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award is positive for taxpayers, as it likely resulted in a fair market price for the construction services.
Public Impact
Construction services for naval facilities impact military readiness and infrastructure. The contract supports local employment in Santa Maria, California. The duration of the contract suggests a substantial construction project with long-term implications.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific project details makes value assessment challenging.
- Fixed-price contract type can shift risk to the contractor, but scope creep could still be an issue.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition is a positive indicator.
- Contract awarded to a specific construction company suggests established capabilities.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the heavy and civil engineering construction sector, which is vital for maintaining and developing infrastructure. Spending in this sector can fluctuate based on government infrastructure needs and defense spending priorities.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate if A. J. Diani Construction Co., Inc. is a small business. Further investigation would be needed to determine the impact on small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically be managed by the Department of the Navy's Facilities Engineering Command. The definitive contract type and fixed-price nature suggest a degree of defined oversight was in place.
Related Government Programs
- Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Navy Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed scope of work.
- Fixed-price contract can lead to contractor risk if estimates are poor.
- Potential for scope creep without clear change order management.
- Long contract duration (1139 days) increases exposure to market fluctuations.
Tags
other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-constr, department-of-defense, ca, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $15.2 million to A. J. DIANI CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.. 200312!195829!1700!C2474 !NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING COM!N6247403C4043 !A!N! !N! !20030924!20050328!029407038!029407038!029407038!N!A J DIANI CONSTRUCTION CO , IN!295 NORTH BLOSSER RD !SANTA MARIA !CA!93458!41166!019!06!LEMOORE NAS !FRESNO !CALIFORNIA!+000011441991!N!N!000000000000!Y199!OTHER MISCELLANEOUS BUILDINGS !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !2000!NOT DISCERNABLE OR CLASSIFIED !236220!E! !3! ! ! ! ! !99990909!B
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is A. J. DIANI CONSTRUCTION CO., INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Navy).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $15.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2003-09-24. End: 2006-11-06.
What was the specific scope of work for the 'Other Miscellaneous Buildings' and how does the $15.17 million price compare to similar projects?
The specific scope of work for 'Other Miscellaneous Buildings' is not detailed in the provided data. To assess value, a comparison with similar construction contracts for analogous facilities, considering size, complexity, and location, would be necessary. Without this granular information, a precise value assessment against benchmarks is not feasible.
What were the key risks associated with this fixed-price contract, and how were they mitigated?
Key risks for a fixed-price contract include potential cost overruns if the contractor underestimates expenses, or scope creep if the requirements change. Mitigation strategies could involve detailed initial specifications, robust change order processes, and close monitoring of contractor performance by the Naval Facilities Engineering Command to ensure adherence to the contract terms and budget.
How effective was the full and open competition in ensuring the best value for the government?
Full and open competition is generally effective in driving down prices and ensuring the government receives competitive bids. The effectiveness in this specific case would depend on the number and quality of bids received, the transparency of the evaluation process, and whether the chosen contractor demonstrated the best overall value, considering price, technical capability, and past performance.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction › Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIES › CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE (J)
Contractor Details
Address: 295 NORTH BLOSSER RD, SANTA MARIA, CA, 93458
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2003-09-24
Current End Date: 2006-11-06
Potential End Date: 2006-11-06 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2022-09-02
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