Army awards $10.4M contract for GIWW pipeline dredging in Texas to King Fisher Marine Service
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $10,407,313 ($10.4M)
Contractor: King Fisher Marine Service, L.P.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2006-12-28
End Date: 2009-06-28
Contract Duration: 913 days
Daily Burn Rate: $11.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: GIWW, TX, BOGGY BAYOU TO UPPER MATAGORDA BAY AND CHANNEL TO PALACIOS IN BRAZORIA AND MATAGORDA COUNTIES, TX, PIPELINE DREDGING.
Place of Performance
Location: MATAGORDA, MATAGORDA County, TEXAS, 77457
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $10.4 million to KING FISHER MARINE SERVICE, L.P. for work described as: GIWW, TX, BOGGY BAYOU TO UPPER MATAGORDA BAY AND CHANNEL TO PALACIOS IN BRAZORIA AND MATAGORDA COUNTIES, TX, PIPELINE DREDGING. Key points: 1. The contract was awarded using full and open competition. 2. The project involves pipeline dredging for the GIWW in Brazoria and Matagoria Counties, Texas. 3. King Fisher Marine Service, L.P. is the contractor. 4. The contract duration is 913 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The award amount of $10.4 million for a 913-day dredging project appears within a reasonable range for heavy civil engineering construction. However, without specific per-unit cost data or detailed project scope, a precise valuation is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process that should lead to a fair price discovery. The use of a definitive contract indicates a clear scope of work.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential waterway maintenance, ensuring navigation and economic activity. The competitive award process aims to maximize value for the investment.
Public Impact
Ensures continued navigation and economic activity along the GIWW. Supports infrastructure maintenance critical for regional commerce. Provides employment opportunities in the construction and maritime sectors.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration is long (913 days), potentially leading to cost overruns if not managed effectively.
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown makes it difficult to assess value for money.
- No mention of small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Addresses critical infrastructure needs for waterway navigation.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the 'Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction' sector. Spending in this sector is crucial for maintaining and upgrading national infrastructure, including waterways, ports, and transportation networks. Benchmarks for dredging projects vary significantly based on location, scope, and environmental considerations.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this award (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities were missed for small businesses in this large civil engineering contract.
Oversight & Accountability
The definitive contract structure suggests a defined scope, which aids oversight. However, the long duration necessitates robust monitoring by the Department of the Army to ensure timely completion and adherence to budget, especially given the fixed-price nature.
Related Government Programs
- Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Long contract duration (913 days).
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown for analysis.
- No indication of small business involvement.
- Potential for unforeseen subsurface conditions.
- Weather and environmental risks impacting schedule.
Tags
other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-constr, department-of-defense, tx, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $10.4 million to KING FISHER MARINE SERVICE, L.P.. GIWW, TX, BOGGY BAYOU TO UPPER MATAGORDA BAY AND CHANNEL TO PALACIOS IN BRAZORIA AND MATAGORDA COUNTIES, TX, PIPELINE DREDGING.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is KING FISHER MARINE SERVICE, L.P..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $10.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-12-28. End: 2009-06-28.
What specific dredging metrics (e.g., cubic yards, depth achieved) were used to establish the fixed price, and how do they compare to industry standards for similar projects?
The provided data does not include specific dredging metrics used for pricing. A fixed-price contract for a project of this scale typically relies on estimated quantities and unit prices for various dredging activities. To assess value, these estimates would need to be benchmarked against historical data for similar GIWW projects or other waterway dredging contracts, considering factors like soil type, disposal methods, and environmental compliance costs.
Given the 913-day duration, what are the primary risks associated with potential delays or cost escalations under this fixed-price contract?
The primary risks include unforeseen subsurface conditions (e.g., hard rock, debris), adverse weather impacting work schedules, and potential environmental permit issues. Under a fixed-price contract, the contractor absorbs cost overruns due to these factors, but significant delays could still impact project completion and potentially lead to claims or contract modifications if scope changes are necessitated.
How does the $10.4 million award compare to the estimated cost or budget for this specific segment of the GIWW maintenance?
Without the government's original cost estimate or budget allocation for this specific dredging task, it's challenging to definitively assess if $10.4 million represents good value. The fact that it was awarded under full and open competition suggests the price was deemed acceptable through the bidding process, but a comparison to internal estimates would provide a clearer picture of fiscal prudence.
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: W912HY07B0001
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Orion Construction, LLC (UEI: 827665688)
Address: 159 HWY 316, PORT LAVACA, TX, 77979
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $11,940,538
Exercised Options: $10,407,313
Current Obligation: $10,407,313
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-12-28
Current End Date: 2009-06-28
Potential End Date: 2009-06-28 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-02-25
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