DLA Awards $23.3M for Jacksonville Naval Air Station Roof Truss Repairs to Reasor Building Group

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $23,315,314 ($23.3M)

Contractor: Reasor Building Group LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2022-10-19

End Date: 2026-12-26

Contract Duration: 1,529 days

Daily Burn Rate: $15.2K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Number of Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Construction

Official Description: DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY (DLA) DEFENSE DISTRIBUTION JACKSONVILLE FLORIDA (DDJF) BUILDING 163 AND BUILDING 164 ROOF TRUSS REPAIRS, NAVAL AIR STATION JACKSONVILLE, DUVAL COUNTY, FLORIDA

Place of Performance

Location: JACKSONVILLE, DUVAL County, FLORIDA, 32212

State: Florida Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $23.3 million to REASOR BUILDING GROUP LLC for work described as: DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY (DLA) DEFENSE DISTRIBUTION JACKSONVILLE FLORIDA (DDJF) BUILDING 163 AND BUILDING 164 ROOF TRUSS REPAIRS, NAVAL AIR STATION JACKSONVILLE, DUVAL COUNTY, FLORIDA Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Reasor Building Group LLC for $23.3M. 2. Project involves roof truss repairs for Buildings 163 and 164 at NAS Jacksonville. 3. Competition method was 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources'. 4. The sector is Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. 5. Contract type is Firm Fixed Price.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $23.3M for roof truss repairs appears to be within a reasonable range for a project of this scale and complexity, though specific benchmarks for similar military installations are not readily available. The firm fixed price structure suggests an attempt to control costs.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: limited

The competition method 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources' indicates that while the competition was intended to be broad, certain sources were excluded, potentially limiting the competitive landscape and price discovery. This method requires justification.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential infrastructure maintenance at a military installation. The effectiveness of the competition method in securing the best value for taxpayers is a key consideration.

Public Impact

Ensures operational readiness of critical facilities at NAS Jacksonville. Supports infrastructure maintenance within the Department of Defense. Provides construction services within the Florida region.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Limited competition method requires further scrutiny.
Potential for cost overruns if scope expands beyond initial fixed price.
Long contract duration (over 4 years) may introduce risks.

Positive Signals

Addresses critical infrastructure needs.
Firm Fixed Price contract provides cost certainty.
Awarded to a single entity, streamlining project management.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector, specifically for repairs and maintenance of government facilities. Spending benchmarks for similar military base infrastructure projects can vary significantly based on location, scope, and specific building requirements.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss: false). There is no specific information provided regarding subcontracting opportunities for small businesses within this award.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight will be managed by the Department of the Army, with the Defense Logistics Agency overseeing the contract execution. The firm fixed price and defined scope aim to facilitate accountability, but the long duration necessitates ongoing monitoring.

Related Government Programs

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Army Programs

Risk Flags

Limited competition method.
Long contract duration.
Potential for scope creep.
Lack of small business participation noted.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $23.3 million to REASOR BUILDING GROUP LLC. DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY (DLA) DEFENSE DISTRIBUTION JACKSONVILLE FLORIDA (DDJF) BUILDING 163 AND BUILDING 164 ROOF TRUSS REPAIRS, NAVAL AIR STATION JACKSONVILLE, DUVAL COUNTY, FLORIDA

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is REASOR BUILDING GROUP 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 $23.3 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2022-10-19. End: 2026-12-26.

What was the justification for excluding specific sources in the 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources' method, and did this exclusion impact the final price?

The justification for excluding sources is crucial for understanding the competitive landscape. If specific, capable contractors were excluded without a valid reason, it could have limited price competition, potentially leading to a higher final price than if a truly open competition had been conducted. Further review of the solicitation documents and award justification is needed.

What are the specific risks associated with the long contract duration of over 1500 days for roof truss repairs, and how are these risks being mitigated?

A long duration for a repair contract can increase risks such as material price escalation, labor availability fluctuations, and potential for unforeseen site conditions to emerge over time. Mitigation strategies might include price adjustment clauses (though less common in FFP), robust project management, and clear change order processes to manage scope creep effectively.

How does the $23.3M cost compare to industry benchmarks for similar roof truss repair projects on large-scale federal facilities?

Without detailed project specifications (e.g., square footage, type of truss system, material quality), a precise benchmark comparison is difficult. However, $23.3M suggests a substantial project, likely involving significant structural work or large building footprints. A detailed cost-benefit analysis comparing this expenditure against the long-term value of facility preservation would be beneficial.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Construction › Nonresidential Building Construction › Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, ALTER REAL PROPERTY › MAINT, ALTER, REPAIR BUILDINGS

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Solicitation ID: W912EP22R0016

Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 17 W MAXWELL ST, PENSACOLA, FL, 32501

Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Hispanic American Owned Business, Minority Owned Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $23,315,314

Exercised Options: $23,315,314

Current Obligation: $23,315,314

Actual Outlays: $-2,056,631

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

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