Tinker AFB Taxiway Echo Project Awarded for $15.5M, Lacking Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $15,566,060 ($15.6M)
Contractor: Mountain Point, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2022-11-02
End Date: 2026-01-20
Contract Duration: 1,175 days
Daily Burn Rate: $13.2K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: REMOVAL AND REPAVEMENT OF TAXIWAY ECHO AT TINKER AIR FORCE BASE
Place of Performance
Location: OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA County, OKLAHOMA, 73145
State: Oklahoma Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $15.6 million to MOUNTAIN POINT, LLC for work described as: REMOVAL AND REPAVEMENT OF TAXIWAY ECHO AT TINKER AIR FORCE BASE Key points: 1. Significant investment in critical Air Force infrastructure. 2. Sole-source award raises concerns about price discovery and potential overspending. 3. Construction sector is subject to material cost fluctuations and labor availability. 4. Lack of small business participation noted.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract's value of $15.5M for taxiway construction needs further scrutiny due to the absence of competitive bidding. Benchmarking against similar projects is difficult without comparable data.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract was awarded on a sole-source basis, indicating a lack of competition. This method limits price discovery and may result in higher costs for taxpayers.
Taxpayer Impact: The absence of competition could lead to taxpayer funds being used less efficiently than if multiple bids were solicited.
Public Impact
Ensures operational readiness of Tinker AFB by maintaining critical taxiway infrastructure. Potential for cost overruns due to sole-source award impacts taxpayer value. Project duration extends over multiple fiscal years, requiring sustained budget allocation.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award
- No small business participation
- Long project duration
Positive Signals
- Critical infrastructure upgrade
- Firm fixed price contract
Sector Analysis
This project falls within the Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction sector. Spending in this sector can be influenced by infrastructure needs, material costs, and federal funding allocations.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to a small business, and there is no indication of subcontracting opportunities for small businesses. This misses an opportunity to support smaller enterprises.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants close oversight to ensure the contractor is performing efficiently and that costs remain reasonable throughout the project lifecycle.
Related Government Programs
- Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award limits price competition.
- Potential for cost overruns due to long project duration and market volatility.
- Lack of small business participation.
- Contract awarded to a single entity without competitive bidding.
Tags
highway-street-and-bridge-construction, department-of-defense, ok, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $15.6 million to MOUNTAIN POINT, LLC. REMOVAL AND REPAVEMENT OF TAXIWAY ECHO AT TINKER AIR FORCE BASE
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MOUNTAIN POINT, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $15.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2022-11-02. End: 2026-01-20.
What is the justification for the sole-source award, and were alternative competitive strategies considered?
The justification for the sole-source award is not provided in the data. Typically, sole-source contracts are used when only one responsible source can provide the required supplies or services. Without this information, it's impossible to assess if competitive strategies were explored or if this was truly the only viable option, impacting the potential for better pricing.
How will the agency ensure cost control and value for money given the lack of competition?
The agency should implement robust cost-reimbursement controls, conduct regular performance reviews, and potentially engage independent cost estimators to validate expenditures. Establishing clear performance metrics and milestones tied to payments can also incentivize efficiency and ensure the contractor delivers on time and within budget expectations.
What is the potential impact of the long project duration on material costs and project scope creep?
A duration of 1175 days (over three years) significantly increases the risk of material cost escalation due to market fluctuations. It also heightens the possibility of scope creep if requirements change or unforeseen issues arise. The firm fixed price contract offers some protection against scope creep for the government, but the contractor may seek change orders if costs significantly exceed projections.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction › Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, ALTER REAL PROPERTY › MAINT, ALTER, REPAIR NONBUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: W912BV22R0033
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1711 S LAREDO ST RM 102, SAN ANTONIO, TX, 78207
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Corporate Entity Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $15,566,060
Exercised Options: $15,566,060
Current Obligation: $15,566,060
Actual Outlays: $1,188,378
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2022-11-02
Current End Date: 2026-01-20
Potential End Date: 2026-01-20 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-09-11
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