DOD Awards $20.15M Construction Contract to AZTEC/BUTT JOINT VENTURE via Full and Open Competition

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $20,154,920 ($20.2M)

Contractor: Aztec/Butt Joint Venture

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2008-09-04

End Date: 2011-09-19

Contract Duration: 1,110 days

Daily Burn Rate: $18.2K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Construction

Official Description: PN 142846 --

Place of Performance

Location: DAYTON, MONTGOMERY County, OHIO, 45401

State: Ohio Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $20.2 million to AZTEC/BUTT JOINT VENTURE for work described as: PN 142846 -- Key points: 1. Contract awarded for commercial and institutional building construction. 2. Full and open competition was utilized. 3. The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army. 4. The contract duration was 1110 days.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The award amount of $20.15 million for a 1110-day construction project appears within a reasonable range for similar large-scale building projects. However, without specific details on the scope of work and location, a precise benchmark 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 robust price discovery process. This method typically leads to competitive pricing as multiple bidders vie for the contract.

Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition generally benefits taxpayers by driving down costs through market forces, ensuring the government receives the best value.

Public Impact

Supports infrastructure development within the Department of Defense. Provides construction services for institutional buildings. Contributes to the commercial construction sector.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of specific project details limits in-depth analysis.
No indication of small business participation.

Positive Signals

Awarded through full and open competition.
Clear contract start and end dates.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Spending in this sector for the government can vary significantly based on infrastructure needs and modernization efforts.

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 or if the project scope precluded small business involvement.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense, suggesting standard federal procurement oversight. The fixed-price nature of the contract provides some cost control.

Related Government Programs

Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
Department of Defense Contracting
Department of the Army Programs

Risk Flags

Lack of detailed project scope.
No small business participation noted.
Limited information on performance history.
No data on bid vs. award comparison.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $20.2 million to AZTEC/BUTT JOINT VENTURE. PN 142846 --

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is AZTEC/BUTT JOINT VENTURE.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $20.2 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2008-09-04. End: 2011-09-19.

What was the specific scope of work for this construction project?

The provided data does not detail the specific scope of work. It broadly categorizes the contract under 'Commercial and Institutional Building Construction.' Further investigation into the contract's statement of work would be necessary to understand the precise nature of the construction, such as whether it involved new builds, renovations, or specialized facilities.

Were there any performance issues or contract modifications during its execution?

The available data does not include information on contract performance or modifications. To assess potential risks or value deviations, one would need to review contract performance reports, modification logs, and any associated payment histories for PN 142846.

How did the final contract price compare to the initial bid or estimated cost?

The data shows an award amount of $20,154,920. As this is a 'FIRM FIXED PRICE' contract awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION,' the expectation is that the final price reflects the agreed-upon cost. However, without knowing the initial bids or cost estimates, a direct comparison to determine cost savings or overruns is not possible from this data alone.

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: W912QR08R0056

Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 3858 GERMANY LN, DAYTON, OH, 10

Business Categories: Category Business, Hispanic American Owned Business, Minority Owned Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $20,154,920

Exercised Options: $20,154,920

Current Obligation: $20,154,920

Contract Characteristics

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Timeline