DoD Awards $24M for Beach Renourishment and Dredging in North Carolina
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $23,983,825 ($24.0M)
Contractor: Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CO, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2009-11-23
End Date: 2010-05-12
Contract Duration: 170 days
Daily Burn Rate: $141.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: BEACH RENOURISHMENT CAROLINA BEACH, KURE BEACH, AND OCEAN ISLE BEACH AND MAINTENANCE DREDGING, MASONBORO INLET AND SANDBYPASSING
Place of Performance
Location: WILMINGTON, BRUNSWICK County, NORTH CAROLINA, 28404
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $24.0 million to GREAT LAKES DREDGE & DOCK CO, LLC for work described as: BEACH RENOURISHMENT CAROLINA BEACH, KURE BEACH, AND OCEAN ISLE BEACH AND MAINTENANCE DREDGING, MASONBORO INLET AND SANDBYPASSING Key points: 1. The contract was awarded to Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co, LLC. 2. This project addresses coastal erosion and maintenance dredging needs for multiple beaches. 3. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price, indicating a defined cost for the services. 4. The project duration was 170 days, suggesting a focused, short-term effort.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The award amount of $23,983,824.75 appears reasonable for a large-scale beach renourishment and maintenance dredging project of this scope and duration. Benchmarking against similar civil engineering construction contracts would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives the best value. The existence of multiple bidders likely contributed to price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential coastal infrastructure maintenance, protecting public assets and natural resources.
Public Impact
Protects coastal communities from storm surge and erosion. Maintains navigational channels in inlets for safe maritime access. Supports local tourism and economies reliant on beaches. Preserves natural habitats and ecosystems within the coastal zone.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns if unforeseen dredging challenges arise.
- Environmental impacts of dredging activities need careful monitoring.
Positive Signals
- Addresses critical infrastructure needs for multiple communities.
- Utilizes a competitive bidding process for cost efficiency.
- Firm Fixed Price contract provides cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the 'Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction' sector, which includes projects like dredging, land reclamation, and coastal protection. Spending in this sector is often driven by infrastructure needs, environmental concerns, and disaster recovery efforts.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates the prime contractor is Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co, LLC. There is no specific information provided regarding small business participation in this contract.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of the Army, within the Department of Defense, is responsible for this contract. Oversight would involve ensuring project milestones are met, quality standards are maintained, and funds are expended appropriately.
Related Government Programs
- Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed environmental impact reporting.
- No information on small business subcontracting.
- Absence of government cost estimate for comparison.
- Potential for unforeseen dredging complexities impacting cost.
Tags
other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-constr, department-of-defense, nc, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $24.0 million to GREAT LAKES DREDGE & DOCK CO, LLC. BEACH RENOURISHMENT CAROLINA BEACH, KURE BEACH, AND OCEAN ISLE BEACH AND MAINTENANCE DREDGING, MASONBORO INLET AND SANDBYPASSING
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GREAT LAKES DREDGE & DOCK CO, 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 $24.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-11-23. End: 2010-05-12.
What was the total number of bids received for this full and open competition?
The provided data indicates there were 2 bids received for this contract. While full and open competition generally encourages multiple bids, the specific number received can influence the level of competition and potential for price savings. Further analysis could explore if this number was sufficient to drive optimal pricing.
Were there any significant environmental concerns or mitigation efforts documented during the dredging process?
The provided data does not contain specific details on environmental concerns or mitigation efforts. Large-scale dredging projects typically require environmental impact assessments and adherence to strict regulations to minimize harm to marine ecosystems. Further review of contract documentation would be needed to ascertain these details.
How does the awarded amount compare to the government's cost estimate for this project?
The provided data does not include the government's cost estimate for this project. Comparing the awarded amount to the estimate is crucial for assessing whether the contract was awarded at a competitive price and if taxpayer funds were used efficiently. Without the estimate, a full value assessment is challenging.
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: SEALED BID
Solicitation ID: W912HN09B0004
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation (UEI: 362899130)
Address: 2122 YORK RD 2ND FL, OAK BROOK, IL, 60523
Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $23,983,825
Exercised Options: $23,983,825
Current Obligation: $23,983,825
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-11-23
Current End Date: 2010-05-12
Potential End Date: 2010-05-12 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2020-09-27
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