DOD Awards $25.6M for Dover Dam Safety, Brayman Construction Corp Wins Contract
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $25,603,846 ($25.6M)
Contractor: Brayman Construction Corp
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2011-09-29
End Date: 2015-01-28
Contract Duration: 1,217 days
Daily Burn Rate: $21.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: DOVER DAM SAFETY ASSURANCE PHASE II, INSTALLATION OF ANCHORS AND CONSTRUCTION OF PARAPET WALL, DOVER, OHIO
Place of Performance
Location: DOVER, TUSCARAWAS County, OHIO, 44622
State: Ohio Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $25.6 million to BRAYMAN CONSTRUCTION CORP for work described as: DOVER DAM SAFETY ASSURANCE PHASE II, INSTALLATION OF ANCHORS AND CONSTRUCTION OF PARAPET WALL, DOVER, OHIO Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Brayman Construction Corp for dam safety improvements. 2. Project involves anchor installation and parapet wall construction. 3. Spending falls within the 'Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction' sector. 4. Full and open competition was utilized for this award.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $25.6 million appears reasonable for a project of this scope, involving significant civil engineering and construction work on critical infrastructure. Benchmarking against similar dam repair and construction projects would provide further validation.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The use of full and open competition suggests a robust price discovery process, allowing multiple qualified contractors to bid. This method is generally expected to yield competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being utilized for essential infrastructure maintenance and safety upgrades, ensuring the long-term viability and security of the Dover Dam.
Public Impact
Enhances public safety by reinforcing the Dover Dam's structural integrity. Supports local economy through construction jobs and material procurement. Ensures continued water management and flood control capabilities for the region.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns if unforeseen structural issues arise during construction.
- Dependence on a single contractor for project completion.
Positive Signals
- Clear scope of work defined in the contract.
- Use of a firm-fixed-price contract limits cost uncertainty.
- Project addresses critical safety and infrastructure needs.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the 'Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction' sector, which includes projects like dams, bridges, and tunnels. Spending in this sector is often driven by infrastructure needs and government investment in public works.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small businesses were not directly awarded this prime contract, as it went to Brayman Construction Corp. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses participated as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of the Army, under the Department of Defense, is responsible for overseeing this contract. Standard oversight mechanisms for construction projects, including site inspections and progress reporting, are expected to be in place.
Related Government Programs
- Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for unforeseen site conditions impacting cost and schedule.
- Contract duration is lengthy (1217 days), increasing exposure to market fluctuations.
- Reliance on a single prime contractor for critical infrastructure work.
- Lack of explicit small business participation noted in prime award.
Tags
other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-constr, department-of-defense, oh, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $25.6 million to BRAYMAN CONSTRUCTION CORP. DOVER DAM SAFETY ASSURANCE PHASE II, INSTALLATION OF ANCHORS AND CONSTRUCTION OF PARAPET WALL, DOVER, OHIO
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BRAYMAN CONSTRUCTION CORP.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $25.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-09-29. End: 2015-01-28.
What is the projected long-term cost savings from preventing potential dam failures?
Preventing potential dam failures through proactive safety assurance measures like anchor installation and parapet wall construction can lead to substantial long-term cost savings. These savings are realized by avoiding catastrophic damage, emergency repair costs, potential loss of life, and the economic disruption associated with a failure. While difficult to quantify precisely, the investment in safety assurance is typically far less than the cost of responding to a major incident.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for assessing the success of this safety assurance project?
Key performance indicators for this safety assurance project would likely include the successful installation of all specified anchors to meet design load requirements, the construction of the parapet wall to approved specifications and dimensions, adherence to the project schedule and budget, and the absence of safety incidents during construction. Post-construction assessments of the dam's structural stability and performance under load would also be critical KPIs.
How does the cost of this contract compare to similar dam safety projects in other regions?
Benchmarking this $25.6 million contract against similar dam safety projects requires detailed comparison of scope, complexity, geographic location, and prevailing market conditions. Factors like the specific type of dam, the extent of structural issues, labor costs, and material prices can vary significantly. Without specific comparable project data, a definitive cost comparison is challenging, but the contract value appears within a reasonable range for substantial civil engineering work.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction › Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIES › CONSTRUCT NONBUILDING FACILITIES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: W9123711R0013
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1000 JOHN ROEBLING WAY, SAXONBURG, PA, 16056
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $25,603,846
Exercised Options: $25,603,846
Current Obligation: $25,603,846
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-09-29
Current End Date: 2015-01-28
Potential End Date: 2015-01-28 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2017-03-10
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