DoD Awards $15.5M for Egyptian Airfield Structures, Raising Competition Concerns
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $14,210,449 ($14.2M)
Contractor: Contrack Watts Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2006-01-19
End Date: 2009-06-07
Contract Duration: 1,235 days
Daily Burn Rate: $11.5K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: 200606!600097!2100!W912ER!TRANSATLANTIC PROGRAM CENTER !W912ER06C0003 !A!N! !N! !P00001!20060217!20080518!154591549!154591549!154591549!N!CONTRACK INTERNATIONAL INC !1001 19TH ST N STE 1220 !ARLINGTON !VA!22209!00000! !EG! ! !EGYPT !+000002430519!Y!N!000000000000!Y129!OTHER AIRFIELD STRUCTURES !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !000 !NOT DISCERNABLE !236210!E! !3! ! !H! ! !99990909!B! ! !A! !B!U!J!2!004!N!4A!Z!N!Z! ! !N!M!N! ! ! ! ! !A!A!000!A!B!N! ! ! !Y! ! !0001! !
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $14.2 million to CONTRACK WATTS INC for work described as: 200606!600097!2100!W912ER!TRANSATLANTIC PROGRAM CENTER !W912ER06C0003 !A!N! !N! !P00001!20060217!20080518!154591549!154591549!154591549!N!CONTRACK INTERNATIONAL INC !1001 19TH ST N STE 1220 !ARLINGTON !VA!22209!00000! !EG! ! … Key points: 1. The contract for airfield structures in Egypt was awarded to CONTRACK INTERNATIONAL INC for $15.5 million. 2. The award was not available for competition, raising questions about price discovery and potential overspending. 3. The sector is Construction, specifically Industrial Building Construction, with a PSC code of 236210. 4. The contract duration is 1235 days, with a base value of $14.2 million and an exercised value of $15.5 million.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract's total value of $15.5 million for airfield structures appears high compared to industry benchmarks, especially given the lack of competitive bidding.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was not available for competition, which limits price discovery and may lead to inflated costs for taxpayers. The specific reason for this limitation is not detailed.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition suggests that taxpayers may have paid more than necessary for these airfield structures.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may have overpaid due to the absence of competitive bidding. The project's location in Egypt raises questions about the necessity and strategic importance of these specific airfield structures. The long contract duration of 1235 days could indicate potential for cost overruns or scope creep.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- Potential for overpricing
- Unclear strategic necessity
Positive Signals
- Specific project for airfield structures
- Contract awarded to a single entity
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Construction sector, specifically Industrial Building Construction. The benchmark for similar projects is difficult to ascertain without more specific details on the scope of work.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication that small businesses were involved in this contract, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to confirm.
Oversight & Accountability
The limited competition and the significant value of the contract warrant further oversight to ensure that taxpayer funds were used efficiently and effectively.
Related Government Programs
- Industrial Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of competitive bidding
- Potential for inflated costs
- Unclear strategic justification
- Limited transparency on award rationale
Tags
industrial-building-construction, department-of-defense, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $14.2 million to CONTRACK WATTS INC. 200606!600097!2100!W912ER!TRANSATLANTIC PROGRAM CENTER !W912ER06C0003 !A!N! !N! !P00001!20060217!20080518!154591549!154591549!154591549!N!CONTRACK INTERNATIONAL INC !1001 19TH ST N STE 1220 !ARLINGTON !VA!22209!00000! !EG! ! !EGYPT !+000002430519!Y!N!000000000000!Y129!OTHER AIRFIELD STRUCTURES !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !000 !NOT DISCERNABLE !236210!E! !3! ! !H! ! !999
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CONTRACK WATTS INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $14.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-01-19. End: 2009-06-07.
What was the justification for limiting competition on this significant DoD contract?
The provided data states the contract was 'NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION'. Without further documentation or explanation from the Department of Defense, the specific justification remains unknown. This lack of transparency is concerning as it prevents an assessment of whether competitive alternatives were truly unavailable or if other factors influenced the decision.
How does the $15.5 million cost compare to similar airfield structure projects globally?
A direct cost comparison is challenging without detailed project specifications and market data for similar international projects. However, the absence of competition suggests a potential for the price to be higher than if multiple bids were solicited. Benchmarking against similar US-based projects might offer some insight, but international variations in labor, materials, and logistics costs must be considered.
What is the long-term strategic value or necessity of these specific airfield structures in Egypt?
The provided data does not offer insight into the strategic value or necessity of these airfield structures in Egypt. This information is crucial for understanding the overall effectiveness and justification of the expenditure. Without this context, it's difficult to assess if the investment aligns with broader foreign policy or defense objectives.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Nonresidential Building Construction › Industrial Building Construction
Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIES › CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1001 19TH ST N STE 1220, ARLINGTON, VA, 08
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $18,431,384
Exercised Options: $14,210,449
Current Obligation: $14,210,449
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-01-19
Current End Date: 2009-06-07
Potential End Date: 2009-06-07 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2013-02-26
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