DoD's $14.5M Reserve Center Construction Awarded to Journeyman Construction Under Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $14,510,377 ($14.5M)
Contractor: Journeyman Construction, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2010-01-13
End Date: 2012-07-30
Contract Duration: 929 days
Daily Burn Rate: $15.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 14
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: ARMED FORCES RESERVE CENTER
Place of Performance
Location: LUFKIN, ANGELINA County, TEXAS, 75901
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $14.5 million to JOURNEYMAN CONSTRUCTION, LLC for work described as: ARMED FORCES RESERVE CENTER Key points: 1. The Department of the Army awarded a $14.5 million contract for the Armed Forces Reserve Center. 2. Journeyman Construction, LLC secured the contract through full and open competition. 3. The project falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. 4. The contract was awarded in 2010 and completed in 2012.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $14.5 million appears reasonable for a large construction project of this nature. Benchmarking against similar government construction contracts would provide a more precise assessment of value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded using full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing and allows for a broad range of contractors to bid. This method is expected to yield fair market prices.
Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition typically results in better value for taxpayers by driving down costs through market forces.
Public Impact
Ensures readiness and operational capacity for the Armed Forces Reserve. Supports local economy through construction jobs and related services. Provides modern facilities for military personnel training and support.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.
- No indication of small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Completed within a reasonable timeframe.
- Clear project scope: Armed Forces Reserve Center.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector, which is a significant area of government spending. Benchmarks for similar projects would indicate if the $14.5 million award was competitive.
Small Business Impact
The provided data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities were made available to small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The award through full and open competition suggests a standard procurement process. Oversight would typically involve monitoring project progress, quality, and adherence to contract terms by the Department of the Army.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns if not managed tightly.
- Dependence on a single contractor for project completion.
- Lack of transparency on small business subcontracting.
- No clear indication of post-award performance monitoring.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, tx, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $14.5 million to JOURNEYMAN CONSTRUCTION, LLC. ARMED FORCES RESERVE CENTER
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is JOURNEYMAN CONSTRUCTION, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $14.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2010-01-13. End: 2012-07-30.
What was the final cost compared to the initial bid or estimated cost?
The provided data shows the award amount of $14,510,377. Without information on the initial bid or estimated cost, it's impossible to determine if there were significant deviations. Understanding the bidding landscape and any change orders during the project would offer insight into cost management and potential overruns or savings.
Were there any performance issues or disputes during the contract period?
The data does not specify any performance issues or disputes. A comprehensive review would involve examining contract close-out documentation, any performance reports, or litigation records associated with Journeyman Construction, LLC for this specific contract to assess project execution and contractor reliability.
How does the cost per square foot compare to industry averages for similar facilities?
To assess the cost-effectiveness, the total award amount needs to be divided by the facility's square footage. This per-square-foot cost can then be benchmarked against average construction costs for similar government or commercial institutional buildings in Texas. Without the square footage, a direct comparison is not possible.
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: W912QR09R0120
Offers Received: 14
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 7701 N LAMAR BLVD STE 100, AUSTIN, TX, 90
Business Categories: Asian Pacific American Owned Business, Category Business, Minority Owned Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $14,510,377
Exercised Options: $14,510,377
Current Obligation: $14,510,377
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2010-01-13
Current End Date: 2012-07-30
Potential End Date: 2012-07-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2012-10-25
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