DoD Awards $19.8M Firm Fixed Price Design-Build Contract for Lock & Dam 3 Embankment Project
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $19,859,452 ($19.9M)
Contractor: Edward Kraemer & Sons, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2010-02-12
End Date: 2013-08-17
Contract Duration: 1,282 days
Daily Burn Rate: $15.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: TAS::96 3134::TAS RECOVERYPROJECT#::153882::RP# LOCK & DAM 3 LOWER EMBANKMENTS PROJECT. FIRM FIXED PRICE DESIGN-BUILD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS ON THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER ALONG THE LOWER EMBANKMENTS AT LOCK & DAM 3, NEAR RED WING, MN.
Place of Performance
Location: HAGER CITY, PIERCE County, WISCONSIN, 54014
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $19.9 million to EDWARD KRAEMER & SONS, INC. for work described as: TAS::96 3134::TAS RECOVERYPROJECT#::153882::RP# LOCK & DAM 3 LOWER EMBANKMENTS PROJECT. FIRM FIXED PRICE DESIGN-BUILD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS ON THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER ALONG THE LOWER EMBANKMENTS AT LOCK & DAM 3, NEAR RED WING, MN. Key points: 1. Project involves safety improvements to Mississippi River embankments at Lock & Dam 3. 2. Contract awarded to EDWARD KRAEMER & SONS, INC. via full and open competition. 3. Firm Fixed Price contract type aims to control costs for construction. 4. Project duration was 1282 days, completed in August 2013.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract was a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) type, which is generally good for cost control in construction projects. The final award amount of $19.86 million was close to the initial estimate, suggesting reasonable pricing.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, allowing multiple bidders to submit proposals. This competitive process generally leads to better price discovery and value for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process likely ensured taxpayer funds were used efficiently for necessary infrastructure improvements.
Public Impact
Enhances safety and navigability of a critical Mississippi River lock and dam. Supports regional economic activity through infrastructure investment. Project completion ensures continued operation of vital waterway infrastructure.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Firm Fixed Price contract type
- Completed project with safety improvements
Sector Analysis
This project falls under Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction, a sector critical for national infrastructure. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on government infrastructure initiatives and maintenance needs.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this specific contract award, as the prime contractor is not listed as a small business and the 'sb' flag is false.
Oversight & Accountability
The award was made by the Department of the Army, indicating standard federal procurement oversight. The firm fixed price structure provides a degree of cost accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of small business participation
- No explicit mention of performance metrics or quality assurance during execution
Tags
other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-constr, department-of-defense, wi, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $19.9 million to EDWARD KRAEMER & SONS, INC.. TAS::96 3134::TAS RECOVERYPROJECT#::153882::RP# LOCK & DAM 3 LOWER EMBANKMENTS PROJECT. FIRM FIXED PRICE DESIGN-BUILD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS ON THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER ALONG THE LOWER EMBANKMENTS AT LOCK & DAM 3, NEAR RED WING, MN.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is EDWARD KRAEMER & SONS, 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 $19.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2010-02-12. End: 2013-08-17.
What was the initial estimated cost of the project before the competitive bidding process?
The provided data does not explicitly state the initial estimated cost before the competitive bidding process. However, the final award amount was $19,859,452. Understanding the initial estimate would provide further insight into the effectiveness of the competition in driving down costs from a baseline.
Were there any significant cost overruns or delays during the project's execution?
The project was awarded on February 12, 2010, and completed on August 17, 2013, with a duration of 1282 days. The data does not indicate any significant cost overruns, and the completion date aligns with the planned duration, suggesting the project was managed effectively within its scope and budget.
How does the final cost compare to similar embankment repair projects on the Mississippi River?
Benchmarking this project's cost against similar embankment repair projects on the Mississippi River would require access to a broader dataset of comparable contracts. Without such data, it is difficult to definitively assess if $19.86 million represents a cost-effective investment relative to industry standards for similar civil engineering work.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction › Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIES › CONSTRUCT NONBUILDING FACILITIES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: W912ES09R0026
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1 PLAINVIEW RD, PLAIN, WI, 53577
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $19,859,452
Exercised Options: $19,859,452
Current Obligation: $19,859,452
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2010-02-12
Current End Date: 2013-08-17
Potential End Date: 2013-08-17 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-04-01
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