DoD Awards $20M Design-Build Contract for Blue River Modifications to ESI Contracting
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $20,024,252 ($20.0M)
Contractor: ESI Contracting, Corp.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2007-11-30
End Date: 2010-11-30
Contract Duration: 1,096 days
Daily Burn Rate: $18.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: BLUE RIVER MODIFICATIONS - BRUSH CREEK TO 53RD STREET. THIS CONTRACT IS A FFP DESIGN BUILD CONTRACT.
Place of Performance
Location: INDEPENDENCE, JACKSON County, MISSOURI, 64055
State: Missouri Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $20.0 million to ESI CONTRACTING, CORP. for work described as: BLUE RIVER MODIFICATIONS - BRUSH CREEK TO 53RD STREET. THIS CONTRACT IS A FFP DESIGN BUILD CONTRACT. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to ESI Contracting Corp. for $20.02M. 2. Project involves design-build modifications for Blue River, Brush Creek to 53rd Street. 3. Full and open competition was utilized. 4. Project duration is 1096 days, ending November 30, 2010. 5. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price (FFP).
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $20.02M for a design-build heavy civil engineering project appears within a reasonable range for similar large-scale infrastructure modifications. However, without specific project scope details, a precise comparison is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. This method typically leads to more competitive pricing as multiple bidders vie for the contract.
Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition generally benefits taxpayers by driving down costs through market forces, ensuring a fair price for the services rendered.
Public Impact
Infrastructure improvement project impacting local waterways and potentially flood control. Construction activities may cause temporary disruptions to local traffic and residents. The project contributes to the Department of the Army's civil works mission.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics or quality assurance details.
- Potential for cost overruns if unforeseen site conditions arise.
- Limited information on environmental impact mitigation.
Positive Signals
- Clear contract type (FFP) limits cost risk to the contractor.
- Full and open competition suggests competitive pricing.
- Project addresses critical infrastructure needs.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the heavy and civil engineering construction sector, specifically related to water infrastructure. Spending in this sector is often driven by government needs for public works, environmental protection, and disaster mitigation.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a stated requirement or outcome for this contract, as 'sb' is false. Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities were made available to small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, suggesting oversight by a federal agency. However, details on specific oversight mechanisms, performance monitoring, and accountability measures are not provided in this data.
Related Government Programs
- Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed scope of work.
- No information on performance metrics or quality control.
- Potential for unforeseen site conditions impacting cost/schedule.
- Limited transparency on environmental and community impact management.
Tags
other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-constr, department-of-defense, mo, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $20.0 million to ESI CONTRACTING, CORP.. BLUE RIVER MODIFICATIONS - BRUSH CREEK TO 53RD STREET. THIS CONTRACT IS A FFP DESIGN BUILD CONTRACT.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ESI CONTRACTING, CORP..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $20.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-11-30. End: 2010-11-30.
What specific environmental and community impact mitigation strategies were included in the design-build process?
The provided data does not detail specific environmental or community impact mitigation strategies. A thorough review of the contract documents and associated environmental impact statements would be necessary to ascertain these measures. Typically, such projects require assessments and plans for managing noise, dust, traffic, and potential ecological disturbances during construction.
How did the firm fixed-price structure impact the final cost compared to other potential contract types?
The firm fixed-price (FFP) structure shifts most of the cost risk to the contractor, incentivizing efficiency and cost control. For this project, it likely locked in the price at the time of award, protecting the government from cost increases due to contractor inefficiencies. However, it might have led to a higher initial bid price to account for contractor risk.
Were there any performance issues or disputes during the contract's execution, given its three-year duration?
The provided data does not contain information regarding performance issues or disputes during the contract's execution. To assess this, one would need to consult contract performance reports, payment histories, and any records of claims or litigation associated with the contract. The absence of such flags in summary data doesn't guarantee smooth execution.
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 NONBUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: W912DQ07R0042
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 3001 E 83RD ST, KANSAS CITY, MO, 05
Business Categories: Category Business, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $22,144,845
Exercised Options: $20,024,252
Current Obligation: $20,024,252
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-11-30
Current End Date: 2010-11-30
Potential End Date: 2010-11-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2011-04-20
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