DoD awards $14.3M contract for Fort Leavenworth Chapel construction to Greenleaf Construction
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $14,277,366 ($14.3M)
Contractor: Greenleaf Construction CO., Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2008-09-30
End Date: 2012-04-30
Contract Duration: 1,308 days
Daily Burn Rate: $10.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: MILITARY - FT LEAVENWORTH CHAPEL, KS
Place of Performance
Location: FORT LEAVENWORTH, LEAVENWORTH County, KANSAS, 66027
State: Kansas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $14.3 million to GREENLEAF CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. for work described as: MILITARY - FT LEAVENWORTH CHAPEL, KS Key points: 1. Contract awarded for chapel construction at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. 2. Greenleaf Construction Co., Inc. is the primary contractor. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition after exclusion of sources. 4. The project duration was 1308 days. 5. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $14.3 million for a chapel construction project appears within a reasonable range for a significant federal building project. Benchmarking against similar institutional building construction contracts would provide a more precise assessment of value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The competition method 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES' suggests that while the competition was intended to be open, certain sources were excluded, potentially limiting the competitive landscape and impacting price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: The $14.3 million expenditure represents taxpayer investment in military infrastructure. The effectiveness of the competition method in securing the best value for taxpayers is a key consideration.
Public Impact
Impacts military personnel and their families by providing a new chapel facility. Supports local economy through construction jobs and material procurement. Represents federal investment in maintaining and improving military installations.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition method may have reduced price competitiveness.
- Lack of small business participation noted.
Positive Signals
- Project addresses a specific military infrastructure need.
- Firm Fixed Price contract provides cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Federal spending in this sector supports the development and maintenance of government facilities, including military bases. Benchmarks for similar projects vary widely based on size, complexity, and location.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small businesses were not directly involved as prime contractors in this $14.3 million award. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses participated as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Defense is responsible for overseeing this contract. Accountability would involve ensuring the project is completed on time, within budget, and to specified quality standards, with oversight mechanisms in place to track progress and address any issues.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition may have impacted price.
- No small business prime participation.
- Exclusion of sources requires justification.
- Long project duration (over 3 years).
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, ks, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $14.3 million to GREENLEAF CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.. MILITARY - FT LEAVENWORTH CHAPEL, KS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GREENLEAF CONSTRUCTION CO., INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $14.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-09-30. End: 2012-04-30.
What was the rationale for excluding specific sources in the 'full and open competition after exclusion of sources' method?
The rationale for excluding specific sources in this competition method typically relates to specialized requirements, past performance issues, or specific security clearances needed for the project. Without further documentation, it's difficult to ascertain the exact reasons, but such exclusions can sometimes limit the number of potential bidders and potentially affect the final price achieved.
How does the final cost compare to initial estimates or industry benchmarks for similar chapel construction projects?
A direct comparison of the $14.3 million award to initial estimates or industry benchmarks is not possible with the provided data. A thorough cost analysis would require access to the original solicitation, bid data, and detailed project specifications to compare against similar government or private sector construction projects of comparable size and complexity.
What measures were in place to ensure the quality and timely completion of the chapel construction?
Standard government contracting procedures would include quality assurance surveillance plans (QASP) and contract administration functions to monitor progress, adherence to specifications, and overall quality. The Department of Defense likely assigned contracting officers' representatives (CORs) to oversee the project's execution and ensure compliance with the firm fixed price contract terms.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Nonresidential Building Construction › Commercial and Institutional Building 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: W9128F08R0040
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 3303 GILLHAM RD, KANSAS CITY, MO, 05
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, American Indian Owned Business, Category Business, Emerging Small Business, HUBZone Firm, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $14,277,366
Exercised Options: $14,277,366
Current Obligation: $14,277,366
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-09-30
Current End Date: 2012-04-30
Potential End Date: 2012-04-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2012-04-03
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