Army Awards $12M IDIQ for Mississippi River Stone Repairs to Luhr Crosby, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $12,074,718 ($12.1M)
Contractor: Luhr Crosby, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2025-07-01
End Date: 2027-03-31
Contract Duration: 638 days
Daily Burn Rate: $18.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: MS RIVER MI 616-326 AHP, STONE REPAIRS TO REVETMENTS AND DIKES, FY25, FC/MR AND T, CHANNEL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, INDEFINITE DELIVERY/INDEFINITE QUANTITY (ID/IQ)
Place of Performance
Location: VICKSBURG, WARREN County, MISSISSIPPI, 39183
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $12.1 million to LUHR CROSBY, LLC for work described as: MS RIVER MI 616-326 AHP, STONE REPAIRS TO REVETMENTS AND DIKES, FY25, FC/MR AND T, CHANNEL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, INDEFINITE DELIVERY/INDEFINITE QUANTITY (ID/IQ) Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Luhr Crosby, LLC for critical river infrastructure maintenance. 2. IDIQ structure allows for multiple future orders, potentially increasing total value. 3. Competition method was full and open, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 4. Focus on channel improvement program highlights infrastructure investment.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The awarded amount of $12,074,718 is for an initial delivery order under an IDIQ contract. The total value could increase significantly with subsequent orders. Benchmarking against similar heavy civil engineering construction contracts is difficult without knowing the scope of future orders.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded using full and open competition, indicating a robust bidding process. This method generally leads to better price discovery and potentially lower costs for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential infrastructure maintenance, ensuring navigability and preventing costly damage from erosion.
Public Impact
Ensures continued navigability of the Mississippi River for commercial and military transport. Protects vital infrastructure from erosion and potential flood damage. Supports economic activity reliant on river transportation. Maintains the integrity of the nation's inland waterway system.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns if future orders are not managed effectively.
- Reliance on a single contractor for multiple future orders could limit future competition.
- Scope creep on future orders could increase total contract value beyond initial expectations.
Positive Signals
- Addresses critical infrastructure needs for a vital waterway.
- Utilizes a competitive bidding process for initial award.
- IDIQ structure provides flexibility for future needs.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the 'Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction' sector, specifically focusing on riverine infrastructure. Spending in this sector is crucial for maintaining national transportation networks and economic supply chains.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses and the awardee, Luhr Crosby, LLC, is a large business. There is no indication of small business participation in this specific delivery order.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of the Army, through the Department of Defense, is responsible for overseeing this contract. Standard oversight mechanisms for IDIQ contracts and delivery orders would apply to ensure performance and cost control.
Related Government Programs
- Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost growth over the life of the IDIQ.
- Lack of transparency on total IDIQ value.
- No explicit small business participation noted.
- Long-term maintenance needs may exceed initial projections.
Tags
other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-constr, department-of-defense, ms, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $12.1 million to LUHR CROSBY, LLC. MS RIVER MI 616-326 AHP, STONE REPAIRS TO REVETMENTS AND DIKES, FY25, FC/MR AND T, CHANNEL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, INDEFINITE DELIVERY/INDEFINITE QUANTITY (ID/IQ)
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LUHR CROSBY, 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 $12.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-07-01. End: 2027-03-31.
What is the estimated total value of the IDIQ contract, and how will future orders be competitively priced?
The provided data only reflects the value of the initial delivery order ($12,074,718). The total value of the IDIQ contract is not specified. Future orders under an IDIQ are typically competed based on task orders, with pricing negotiated or awarded based on pre-established rates or competitive bids for each specific task, ensuring ongoing price discovery.
What are the specific risks associated with the long-term maintenance of revetments and dikes, and how are they mitigated?
Risks include material degradation, environmental impacts, and unforeseen geological shifts. Mitigation strategies likely involve regular inspections, adaptive management plans, and potentially utilizing advanced monitoring technologies. The IDIQ structure allows for adjustments to repair strategies as conditions evolve over the contract period.
How does this investment in the Mississippi River channel improvement program contribute to overall national economic resilience?
Maintaining the navigability and structural integrity of the Mississippi River is crucial for efficient and cost-effective transportation of goods, impacting national supply chains and international trade. Investments like this reduce the risk of disruptions, support agricultural and industrial output, and contribute to overall economic stability and resilience.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction › Other Heavy and Civil Engineering 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: W912EE25BA004
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 250 W SAND BANK RD STE 100, COLUMBIA, IL, 62236
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $12,074,718
Exercised Options: $12,074,718
Current Obligation: $12,074,718
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W912EE25DA003
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-07-01
Current End Date: 2027-03-31
Potential End Date: 2027-03-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-09-15
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