DoD's $122M Center Hill Foundation Remediation Contract Awarded to Bauer Foundation Corp
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $122,000,602 ($122.0M)
Contractor: Bauer Foundation Corp
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2011-09-21
End Date: 2015-05-25
Contract Duration: 1,342 days
Daily Burn Rate: $90.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: CENTER HILL FOUNDATION REMEDIATION
Place of Performance
Location: LANCASTER, SMITH County, TENNESSEE, 38569
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $122.0 million to BAUER FOUNDATION CORP for work described as: CENTER HILL FOUNDATION REMEDIATION Key points: 1. The contract value is substantial at over $122 million. 2. Bauer Foundation Corp. secured this award through full and open competition. 3. The project falls under 'Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction'. 4. The contract duration was 1342 days, ending in May 2015.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract was awarded at a firm fixed price, indicating clear cost expectations. The award amount of $122,006,016.62 for heavy civil engineering construction appears reasonable given the project scope and duration.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded using full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. This method typically leads to competitive pricing as multiple bidders vie for the contract.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition likely ensured taxpayer funds were used efficiently by securing a competitive price for the remediation services.
Public Impact
Environmental remediation projects are critical for public health and safety. The Department of Defense's investment in infrastructure and environmental cleanup impacts local communities. Successful completion of this project ensures compliance with environmental regulations.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract completed over 4 years ago.
- No specific data on small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Firm fixed price contract type.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the heavy and civil engineering construction sector, which involves large-scale infrastructure projects. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on government infrastructure needs and economic conditions.
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-scale construction project.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, part of the Department of Defense. Standard government oversight processes would apply to ensure contract compliance and performance.
Related Government Programs
- Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Contract completed in 2015, limiting current relevance.
- No indication of small business involvement.
- Specifics of remediation and environmental impact are not detailed.
- Potential for scope creep in long-term construction projects.
Tags
other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-constr, department-of-defense, tn, definitive-contract, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $122.0 million to BAUER FOUNDATION CORP. CENTER HILL FOUNDATION REMEDIATION
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BAUER FOUNDATION CORP.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $122.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-09-21. End: 2015-05-25.
What was the specific nature of the foundation remediation and its environmental significance?
The specific nature of the foundation remediation at Center Hill is not detailed in the provided data. However, such projects typically involve addressing structural integrity issues or environmental contamination within or beneath a foundation. The environmental significance would depend on the type of remediation and the potential risks to soil, water, or public health if left unaddressed.
Were there any cost overruns or significant deviations from the original fixed price?
The provided data does not indicate any cost overruns or deviations from the firm fixed price. A firm fixed price contract aims to establish a ceiling cost, and any significant deviations would typically be documented in contract modification records, which are not included here.
How does the final cost compare to similar large-scale environmental remediation projects?
Without specific details on the scope and complexity of the remediation, a direct cost comparison is difficult. However, $122 million for a multi-year heavy civil engineering construction project, especially one involving environmental remediation, is within the expected range for substantial government contracts of this nature.
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: W912P509R0011
Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Bauer AG (UEI: 312613391)
Address: 13203 BYRD LEGG DR, ODESSA, FL, 33556
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Foreign Owned, Foreign-Owned and U.S.-Incorporated Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $122,425,074
Exercised Options: $122,425,074
Current Obligation: $122,000,602
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-09-21
Current End Date: 2015-05-25
Potential End Date: 2015-05-25 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-02-25
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