Dutra Construction Awarded $13.7M for Alameda Facilities, Facing Limited Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $13,785,587 ($13.8M)
Contractor: Dutra Construction CO., Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2004-03-09
End Date: 2009-08-09
Contract Duration: 1,979 days
Daily Burn Rate: $7.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: 200407!000018!96CE!W912P7!USA ENGINEER DIST SAN FRANCISCO !W912P704C0004 !A!N! !N! ! !20040309!20050119!965256977!965256977!059133509!N!DUTRA CONSTRUCTION CO, INC !1000 POINT SAN PEDRO ROAD !SAN RAFAEL !CA!94901!00562!001!06!ALAMEDA !ALAMEDA !CALIFORNIA!+000006000000!N!N!000000000000!Y299!ALL OTHER NON-BUILDING FACILITIES !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !000 !* !237990!E! !3! ! ! ! ! !99990909!B! ! !A! !A!U!J!2!003!A! !D!N!C! ! !N!C!N! ! ! !C!C!A!A!000!A!B!Y! !N! ! ! ! !0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: ALAMEDA, ALAMEDA County, CALIFORNIA, 94501
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $13.8 million to DUTRA CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. for work described as: 200407!000018!96CE!W912P7!USA ENGINEER DIST SAN FRANCISCO !W912P704C0004 !A!N! !N! ! !20040309!20050119!965256977!965256977!059133509!N!DUTRA CONSTRUCTION CO, INC !1000 POINT SAN PEDRO ROAD !SAN RAFAEL !CA!94901!00562!001!06!ALAMEDA !ALAM… Key points: 1. Significant contract value of $13.7 million awarded to Dutra Construction Co., Inc. 2. Competition was limited, raising questions about price discovery and potential value. 3. The contract falls under 'Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction', a broad sector. 4. Risk of overpayment exists due to limited competition and a firm-fixed-price structure.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value of $13.7 million for 'ALL OTHER NON-BUILDING FACILITIES' is substantial. Without specific benchmarks for similar projects in Alameda, it's difficult to definitively assess if this price is competitive. The limited competition raises concerns about whether the government secured the best possible price.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under limited competition. This method may not have explored the full range of potential bidders, potentially leading to a higher price than if it had been fully and openly competed. The impact on price discovery is likely negative.
Taxpayer Impact: Limited competition could result in taxpayers paying more than necessary for the construction services provided.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may have overpaid due to restricted competition. Local economic impact in Alameda, California, from a large construction project. Potential for future contracts in this sector to be awarded with similar competitive limitations.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 69 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition
- Potential for overpayment
- Lack of detailed project scope
Positive Signals
- Contract awarded to a specific company
- Project aims to improve facilities
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the 'Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction' sector, specifically for 'ALL OTHER NON-BUILDING FACILITIES'. This is a broad category, and without more detail, it's hard to benchmark against specific industry spending. However, large civil engineering projects often involve significant taxpayer investment.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were excluded from the bidding process or if the contract scope was beyond their capacity.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the USA Engineer District San Francisco, part of the Department of the Army. Oversight would involve monitoring project progress, adherence to specifications, and financial accountability throughout the contract duration.
Related Government Programs
- Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition may have inflated costs.
- Lack of detailed scope for 'non-building facilities'.
- Potential for taxpayer overpayment.
- Contract duration is lengthy (over 5 years).
Tags
other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-constr, department-of-defense, ca, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $13.8 million to DUTRA CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.. 200407!000018!96CE!W912P7!USA ENGINEER DIST SAN FRANCISCO !W912P704C0004 !A!N! !N! ! !20040309!20050119!965256977!965256977!059133509!N!DUTRA CONSTRUCTION CO, INC !1000 POINT SAN PEDRO ROAD !SAN RAFAEL !CA!94901!00562!001!06!ALAMEDA !ALAMEDA !CALIFORNIA!+000006000000!N!N!000000000000!Y299!ALL OTHER NON-BUILDING FACILITIES !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !000 !* !237990!E! !3! ! ! ! ! !999
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is DUTRA CONSTRUCTION CO., 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 $13.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2004-03-09. End: 2009-08-09.
What specific types of 'non-building facilities' were included in this contract, and how does the $13.7 million price compare to similar projects?
The contract specifies 'ALL OTHER NON-BUILDING FACILITIES,' which is a very broad description. Without a detailed breakdown of the specific facilities (e.g., roads, utilities, groundskeeping infrastructure), a precise cost comparison is impossible. However, given the limited competition, it is reasonable to question if the $13.7 million price represents fair market value for the scope of work.
What were the reasons for limiting competition on this substantial construction contract?
The provided data lists the contract type as 'LIMITED'. The specific justification for this limitation is not detailed. Typically, limited competition is used when only a few sources are capable of meeting the requirement, or in urgent situations. However, for a contract of this size and duration, a more open competition would generally be expected to yield better pricing.
How effectively will this contract address the intended facility needs, and what is the long-term value for the government?
The effectiveness and long-term value are difficult to assess without knowing the specific facility needs being addressed. The contract aims to improve 'ALL OTHER NON-BUILDING FACILITIES,' suggesting infrastructure or utility upgrades. The firm-fixed-price nature implies the government has a defined cost, but the value realized depends entirely on the quality of execution and the actual utility of the completed facilities.
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
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Contractor Details
Parent Company: THE Dutra Group (UEI: 059133509)
Address: 1000 POINT SAN PEDRO ROAD, SAN RAFAEL, CA, 94901
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2004-03-09
Current End Date: 2009-08-09
Potential End Date: 2009-09-09 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2020-09-26
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