DOD Wastewater Treatment Plant Contract Awarded for $34.9M to O'Brien & Gere/Crowder JV
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $34,870,575 ($34.9M)
Contractor: O'brien & Gere/ Crowder Joint Venture
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2008-06-25
End Date: 2012-07-27
Contract Duration: 1,493 days
Daily Burn Rate: $23.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: IND WASTEWATER TRMT PLANT
Place of Performance
Location: OXFORD, CALHOUN County, ALABAMA, 36203
State: Alabama Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $34.9 million to O'BRIEN & GERE/ CROWDER JOINT VENTURE for work described as: IND WASTEWATER TRMT PLANT Key points: 1. Contract awarded for wastewater treatment plant construction. 2. O'Brien & Gere/Crowder Joint Venture is the prime contractor. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition. 4. The contract duration was 1493 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $34.9M for a wastewater treatment plant is within a reasonable range for such projects. However, without specific details on the plant's capacity and complexity, a precise benchmark is difficult. The firm-fixed-price structure suggests cost certainty for the government.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating a robust price discovery process. This method generally leads to competitive pricing as multiple bidders vie for the contract, potentially driving down costs.
Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition likely resulted in a fair market price, maximizing taxpayer value for the infrastructure investment.
Public Impact
Enhances critical infrastructure for military operations. Supports environmental compliance and public health standards. Provides long-term operational capabilities for the Army.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration significantly exceeded initial estimates.
- Potential for cost overruns due to fixed-price contract on a long-term project.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Firm-fixed-price contract provides cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on project size, complexity, and location. Federal construction projects often involve significant investment in specialized infrastructure.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to a joint venture, and there is no specific indication of small business participation in the provided data. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were subcontracted.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, part of the Department of Defense. Oversight would typically involve contract management teams ensuring adherence to specifications and timelines, with potential for audits.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Extended contract duration.
- Potential for cost overruns on fixed-price contracts over long periods.
- Lack of specific small business participation data.
- Limited detail on initial cost estimates vs. awarded price.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, al, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $34.9 million to O'BRIEN & GERE/ CROWDER JOINT VENTURE. IND WASTEWATER TRMT PLANT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is O'BRIEN & GERE/ CROWDER JOINT VENTURE.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $34.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-06-25. End: 2012-07-27.
What was the final cost compared to the initial bid or estimated cost?
The provided data does not include initial bid or estimated costs, only the awarded contract value of $34.9M. To assess value, a comparison with the initial solicitation estimates or bids from other competitors would be necessary. Without this, it's difficult to determine if the awarded price was optimal.
Were there any significant scope changes or change orders during the contract period?
The data indicates a contract duration of 1493 days, which is substantial. Significant scope changes or change orders could have impacted the final cost and timeline. Reviewing contract modifications and change order logs would be crucial to understanding potential risks and cost impacts.
How does the per-unit cost of this wastewater treatment plant compare to similar facilities built by the government or private sector?
A direct per-unit cost comparison is not feasible without detailed specifications of the plant's capacity (e.g., gallons per day treated) and the technologies employed. Benchmarking would require access to similar project data, considering factors like inflation, regional construction costs, and specific environmental requirements.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Nonresidential Building Construction › Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIES › CONSTRUCT NONBUILDING FACILITIES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: TWO STEP
Solicitation ID: W9127807R0054
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 6425 BROOKSHIRE BLVD, CHARLOTTE, NC, 28216
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $34,870,575
Exercised Options: $34,870,575
Current Obligation: $34,870,575
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-06-25
Current End Date: 2012-07-27
Potential End Date: 2012-07-27 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-03-28
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