DoD Awards $27.9M for Afghan Aviation Complex Construction, Lacking Small Business Participation
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $27,912,485 ($27.9M)
Contractor: Foreign Awardees (undisclosed)
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2010-09-21
End Date: 2013-01-19
Contract Duration: 851 days
Daily Burn Rate: $32.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: AVIATION COMPLEX, MAZAR-E-SHARIF, AFGHANISTAN
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $27.9 million to FOREIGN AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED) for work described as: AVIATION COMPLEX, MAZAR-E-SHARIF, AFGHANISTAN Key points: 1. Significant contract value for infrastructure development in a complex environment. 2. Competition was full and open, but awardee details are undisclosed. 3. Risk associated with foreign awardees and project location in Afghanistan. 4. Construction sector spending, with specific focus on infrastructure.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $27.9 million for highway, street, and bridge construction is substantial. Benchmarking is difficult due to the undisclosed foreign awardees and the unique operational context in Afghanistan.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which theoretically promotes price discovery. However, the undisclosed nature of the foreign awardees limits transparency and makes it challenging to assess the effectiveness of price competition.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being utilized for significant infrastructure development in a foreign country, with the ultimate value and efficiency impacted by the lack of transparency regarding the awardee.
Public Impact
Impacts reconstruction efforts and infrastructure development in Afghanistan. Raises questions about transparency and accountability for foreign contractors. Highlights the complexities of awarding contracts in conflict zones.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Undisclosed foreign awardees
- Lack of small business participation
- Geopolitical risk in Afghanistan
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized
- Firm fixed price contract type
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the construction sector, specifically infrastructure development. Spending benchmarks for similar projects in austere environments are difficult to establish due to unique logistical and security challenges.
Small Business Impact
The contract data indicates no small business participation (sb: false). This is a missed opportunity to support small businesses and could potentially limit the competitive landscape for future contracts.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight of foreign contractors in complex environments like Afghanistan is critical. The undisclosed nature of the awardee necessitates robust monitoring to ensure contract compliance and prevent fraud or waste.
Related Government Programs
- Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of transparency regarding awardee identity
- Absence of small business participation
- High-risk operational environment (Afghanistan)
- Potential for undisclosed foreign awardee issues
- Difficulty in performance verification
Tags
highway-street-and-bridge-construction, department-of-defense, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $27.9 million to FOREIGN AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED). AVIATION COMPLEX, MAZAR-E-SHARIF, AFGHANISTAN
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is FOREIGN AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED).
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $27.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2010-09-21. End: 2013-01-19.
What specific criteria were used to select the foreign awardees, and how is their performance being monitored given the undisclosed nature?
The selection criteria for foreign awardees are not detailed in the provided data. Given the undisclosed nature, robust monitoring by the Department of the Army would be essential, likely involving on-site personnel and stringent reporting requirements to ensure adherence to contract terms, quality standards, and prevent potential misuse of funds.
What are the primary risks associated with awarding a significant construction contract to undisclosed foreign entities in a high-risk environment like Afghanistan?
Key risks include lack of transparency in pricing and performance, potential for corruption or fraud, difficulty in enforcing contract terms or seeking recourse, and challenges in ensuring adherence to U.S. labor and safety standards. The geopolitical instability also adds significant operational and security risks.
How does the lack of small business participation affect the overall value and effectiveness of this contract for U.S. taxpayers?
The absence of small business participation means potential benefits from their agility and specialized services are lost. It could also indicate a contracting process that inadvertently favors larger, foreign entities, potentially leading to less competitive pricing and reduced opportunities for domestic economic benefit.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction › Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIES › CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: W912BU10R0039
Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1800 F ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC, 20405
Business Categories: Category Business, Foreign Owned, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $28,004,485
Exercised Options: $27,912,485
Current Obligation: $27,912,485
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2010-09-21
Current End Date: 2013-01-19
Potential End Date: 2013-01-19 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-08-25
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