VA Awards $38.5M National Cemetery Construction Project to G&C FAB-CON, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $38,534,528 ($38.5M)
Contractor: G&C Fab-Con, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs
Start Date: 2014-09-30
End Date: 2017-11-30
Contract Duration: 1,157 days
Daily Burn Rate: $33.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF CAPE CANAVERAL NATIONAL CEMETERY CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
Place of Performance
Location: MIMS, BREVARD County, FLORIDA, 32754
State: Florida Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Veterans Affairs obligated $38.5 million to G&C FAB-CON, LLC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF CAPE CANAVERAL NATIONAL CEMETERY CONSTRUCTION PROJECT Key points: 1. Project scope includes construction for Cape Canaveral National Cemetery. 2. Contract awarded via full and open competition after exclusion of sources. 3. Firm fixed price contract type suggests defined scope and cost control. 4. Project duration was 1157 days, indicating a significant construction timeline.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The award amount of $38.5M for a cemetery construction project is difficult to benchmark without specific details on scope and location. However, the firm fixed price contract suggests an attempt to control costs.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES,' indicating a limited competition. This method might impact price discovery compared to unrestricted full and open competition.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of limited competition could potentially lead to higher costs for taxpayers if a more competitive process would have yielded lower bids.
Public Impact
Enhances veteran burial services in Florida. Supports local construction jobs during the project's execution. Addresses the need for expanded national cemetery capacity.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition may have reduced cost savings.
- Project duration exceeded initial estimates (implied by 'dur').
Positive Signals
- Addresses critical need for veteran services.
- Firm fixed price contract provides cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
This project falls under heavy and civil engineering construction, specifically for public infrastructure. Benchmarks for cemetery construction are highly variable based on size, features, and location.
Small Business Impact
No information is provided regarding small business participation in this contract. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were involved or had opportunities.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Veterans Affairs, suggesting standard oversight processes. However, specific oversight activities for this project are not detailed.
Related Government Programs
- Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Department of Veterans Affairs Contracting
- Department of Veterans Affairs Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition may have reduced cost savings.
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown makes value assessment difficult.
- Potential for cost increases if scope changed significantly during the long project duration.
- Unclear if small business goals were met.
Tags
other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-constr, department-of-veterans-affairs, fl, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $38.5 million to G&C FAB-CON, LLC. IGF::OT::IGF CAPE CANAVERAL NATIONAL CEMETERY CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is G&C FAB-CON, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Veterans Affairs (Department of Veterans Affairs).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $38.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2014-09-30. End: 2017-11-30.
What specific factors led to the exclusion of sources in the 'full and open competition after exclusion of sources' method, and how did this impact the final price?
The exclusion of sources typically occurs when specific capabilities, security requirements, or unique circumstances necessitate limiting the pool of potential bidders. Understanding these factors is crucial to assessing if the limited competition resulted in a fair market price or if a broader competition could have yielded better value for taxpayers. Without this information, it's difficult to definitively gauge cost-effectiveness.
Were there any cost overruns or significant delays beyond the stated duration that impacted the final $38.5M cost?
The provided data indicates a duration of 1157 days. It's important to ascertain if this duration aligns with the original project schedule and if the final cost of $38.5M remained within the initially projected budget. Any deviations from the plan could signal potential inefficiencies or unforeseen challenges that warrant further investigation into the project's financial management and execution.
How does the per-square-foot construction cost of this cemetery compare to similar projects, considering the specific amenities and infrastructure included?
Benchmarking the cost per square foot is essential for evaluating the value of this $38.5M contract. A detailed comparison with similar national cemetery construction projects, accounting for factors like land development, specialized structures (e.g., chapels, administrative buildings), and landscaping, would reveal whether the VA achieved a competitive price. Without such a benchmark, assessing the fiscal prudence of the award is challenging.
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 AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: VA101-14-R-0105
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 5 FOSTER LANE, FLEMINGTON, NJ, 08822
Business Categories: Black American Owned Business, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $38,538,896
Exercised Options: $38,538,896
Current Obligation: $38,534,528
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2014-09-30
Current End Date: 2017-11-30
Potential End Date: 2017-11-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2018-09-26
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