DOD Awards $24.2M for Commercial Building Construction to TCI Architects/Engineers/Contractor, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $24,258,557 ($24.3M)
Contractor: TCI Architects/Engineers/Contractor, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2007-09-20
End Date: 2011-03-30
Contract Duration: 1,287 days
Daily Burn Rate: $18.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: C0120-CONTRACT [112632] --- PROJECT
Place of Performance
Location: OMAHA, DOUGLAS County, NEBRASKA, 68108
State: Nebraska Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $24.3 million to TCI ARCHITECTS/ENGINEERS/CONTRACTOR, INC. for work described as: C0120-CONTRACT [112632] --- PROJECT Key points: 1. Contract value of $24.2M for construction services. 2. Full and open competition was utilized. 3. Project duration spans over 3 years. 4. No small business participation noted.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $24.2M for commercial building construction appears within a reasonable range for a project of this scope and duration. Benchmarking against similar large-scale construction contracts would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The use of full and open competition suggests a robust price discovery process. This method allows multiple qualified contractors to bid, theoretically leading to competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive bidding process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for construction services.
Public Impact
Supports infrastructure development within the Department of Defense. Provides construction services for institutional buildings. Impacts the construction industry through contract awards.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of small business participation.
- Long contract duration could introduce cost escalation risks.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Firm fixed price contract type.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Spending in this sector for the Department of Defense can vary significantly based on infrastructure needs and modernization efforts.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates no small business participation in this contract. Efforts to include small businesses in federal contracting, particularly in construction, may need further review for this award.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense. Standard oversight mechanisms for federal construction projects would apply.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- No small business participation.
- Long contract duration.
- Potential for cost escalation over time.
- Lack of detailed project scope information.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, ne, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $24.3 million to TCI ARCHITECTS/ENGINEERS/CONTRACTOR, INC.. C0120-CONTRACT [112632] --- PROJECT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is TCI ARCHITECTS/ENGINEERS/CONTRACTOR, 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 $24.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-09-20. End: 2011-03-30.
What specific type of commercial and institutional building was constructed?
The provided data does not specify the exact type of commercial and institutional building constructed. Further details would be needed to understand the project's specific purpose, such as administrative facilities, barracks, or specialized operational buildings, which could influence cost and complexity.
Were there any change orders or modifications that significantly impacted the final cost?
The data does not detail any change orders or modifications. A firm fixed price contract aims to limit cost increases, but significant unforeseen issues during a 1287-day project could necessitate modifications, impacting the final expenditure and potentially deviating from the initial bid.
How does the final cost compare to the initial bid or estimated cost for this project?
The provided data lists the award amount ($24,258,557) but does not include the initial bid or estimated cost. Without this baseline, it's impossible to assess if the final cost represents an increase or decrease relative to expectations, which is crucial for evaluating cost-effectiveness.
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
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: W912QR07R0060
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1718 STATE ROAD 16, LA CROSSE, WI, 03
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $24,258,557
Exercised Options: $24,258,557
Current Obligation: $24,258,557
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-09-20
Current End Date: 2011-03-30
Potential End Date: 2011-03-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2011-07-27
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