Army Awards $20.6M Los Alamitos Readiness Center Construction Contract to Silva/Barnhart JV
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $20,259,878 ($20.3M)
Contractor: Silva/Barnhart JV
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2012-07-23
End Date: 2015-09-26
Contract Duration: 1,160 days
Daily Burn Rate: $17.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 9
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: CONSTRUCT LOS ALAMITOS READINESS CENTER
Place of Performance
Location: LOS ALAMITOS, ORANGE County, CALIFORNIA, 90720
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $20.3 million to SILVA/BARNHART JV for work described as: CONSTRUCT LOS ALAMITOS READINESS CENTER Key points: 1. Contract awarded for construction of a readiness center in California. 2. Silva/Barnhart JV secured the contract valued at $20.6 million. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition after exclusion of sources. 4. This project falls within the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $20.6 million appears reasonable for a large-scale construction project of this nature. Benchmarking against similar readiness center constructions would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES,' indicating a competitive process but with specific source exclusions. This method can impact price discovery by potentially limiting the pool of bidders.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers funded the $20.6 million contract, with the expectation of receiving a valuable and well-constructed readiness center.
Public Impact
Military readiness infrastructure is enhanced by this new facility. Local economy may benefit from construction jobs and related services. The project contributes to the Department of Defense's infrastructure development goals.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition due to source exclusion.
- No small business participation noted.
Positive Signals
- Firm Fixed Price contract type provides cost certainty.
- Project completed within the specified duration.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, a sector vital for public infrastructure. Spending benchmarks for similar projects vary widely based on size, complexity, and location.
Small Business Impact
The contract data indicates no small business participation (ss: false, sb: false). This suggests that the prime contractor did not subcontract to small businesses or that the contract was not set aside for them.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense, implying oversight through established federal procurement regulations and agency-specific review processes.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition
- No small business participation
- Potential for higher costs due to source exclusion
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, ca, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $20.3 million to SILVA/BARNHART JV. CONSTRUCT LOS ALAMITOS READINESS CENTER
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SILVA/BARNHART JV.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $20.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2012-07-23. End: 2015-09-26.
What was the rationale for excluding specific sources in the full and open competition?
The rationale for excluding specific sources in a 'full and open competition after exclusion of sources' typically involves technical requirements, past performance, or specific capabilities that only a limited number of contractors can meet. This ensures the government procures specialized services or goods while still allowing for competition among qualified entities, though it narrows the field compared to unrestricted full and open competition.
What are the potential risks associated with limited competition in construction contracts?
Limited competition can pose risks such as higher prices due to reduced bidding pressure, potentially lower quality if contractors face less incentive to excel, and a reduced opportunity for innovative solutions. It may also limit the government's ability to leverage the broadest possible market, potentially missing out on more cost-effective or technically superior options from excluded sources.
How does the firm fixed price contract type impact the overall value and risk for the government?
A Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract provides the greatest cost certainty for the government, as the price is set and generally not subject to adjustment based on the contractor's cost experience. This shifts the risk of cost overruns to the contractor, which can lead to better value if the contractor manages costs effectively. However, contractors may build in higher contingency costs due to this risk, potentially leading to a higher initial price.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Nonresidential Building Construction › Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIES › CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: W912LA11R0010
Offers Received: 9
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1668 NEWTON AVE STE B, SAN DIEGO, CA, 92113
Business Categories: Category Business, DoT Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business, Emerging Small Business, Hispanic American Owned Business, Joint Venture Women Owned Small 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, Woman Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $20,259,878
Exercised Options: $20,259,878
Current Obligation: $20,259,878
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2012-07-23
Current End Date: 2015-09-26
Potential End Date: 2015-09-26 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2016-09-23
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