Dutra Dredging Awarded $22M for Army Construction Project Under Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $22,034,939 ($22.0M)
Contractor: Dutra Dredging Company
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2012-10-18
End Date: 2014-01-15
Contract Duration: 454 days
Daily Burn Rate: $48.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: ACTUAL AWARD - DRMCD, REACH 'D'
Place of Performance
Location: SAN RAFAEL, MARIN County, CALIFORNIA, 94901
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $22.0 million to DUTRA DREDGING COMPANY for work described as: ACTUAL AWARD - DRMCD, REACH 'D' Key points: 1. Awarded to Dutra Dredging Company for heavy civil engineering construction. 2. Utilized full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. The contract value is $22.03 million with a firm fixed price. 4. Project duration was 454 days, ending in January 2014.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The firm fixed price contract of $22.03 million appears reasonable for a heavy civil engineering construction project of this scope and duration. Benchmarking against similar large-scale construction contracts would provide further validation.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating that multiple bidders were likely considered. This method generally promotes price discovery and competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition suggests that taxpayers likely benefited from a competitive bidding process, leading to a fair market price for the construction services.
Public Impact
Construction services for the Department of the Army were procured. The project was located in California. The award was made in October 2012 and completed in January 2014.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized
- Firm fixed price contract type
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Construction sector, specifically heavy and civil engineering. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on infrastructure needs and project scale. The $22 million award is substantial for a single project.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this award (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities were missed for small businesses in this large construction contract.
Oversight & Accountability
The award was made by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense. Standard procurement oversight processes would apply to ensure contract compliance and performance.
Related Government Programs
- Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Tags
other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-constr, department-of-defense, ca, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $22.0 million to DUTRA DREDGING COMPANY. ACTUAL AWARD - DRMCD, REACH 'D'
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is DUTRA DREDGING COMPANY.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $22.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2012-10-18. End: 2014-01-15.
What specific construction services were rendered under this contract?
The contract was for 'Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction' (ND: 'Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction'). While the specific details are not provided in this summary, this category typically includes projects like roads, bridges, dams, airports, and other large-scale infrastructure developments.
Were there any performance issues or disputes during the contract period?
The provided data does not contain information regarding performance issues or disputes. A review of contract performance reports, if available, would be necessary to assess any challenges encountered during the execution of the work by Dutra Dredging Company.
How does the final award amount compare to the initial bid or estimated cost?
The data shows an 'Actual Award' amount of $22,034,938.87. Without access to the initial bid submissions or the government's estimated cost for this project, it is impossible to determine how the final award compares. This information would be crucial for a complete value assessment.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction › Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, ALTER REAL PROPERTY › MAINT, ALTER, REPAIR BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SEALED BID
Solicitation ID: W912BU12B0018
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: THE Dutra Group (UEI: 059133509)
Address: 2350 KERNER BLVD STE 200, SAN RAFAEL, CA, 94901
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $22,034,939
Exercised Options: $22,034,939
Current Obligation: $22,034,939
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2012-10-18
Current End Date: 2014-01-15
Potential End Date: 2014-01-15 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2020-10-03
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