DoD awards $11.85M contract to W. G. Yates & Sons Construction for Mississippi facility, utilizing full and open competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $11,854,645 ($11.9M)
Contractor: W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2005-09-24
End Date: 2006-01-01
Contract Duration: 99 days
Daily Burn Rate: $119.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 30
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Construction
Place of Performance
Location: BILOXI, HARRISON County, MISSISSIPPI, 39534
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $11.9 million to W. G. YATES & SONS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY for work described as: Key points: 1. Contract Value: $11.85 million for construction services. 2. Competition: Awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. 3. Risk: Moderate risk due to construction project complexity and fixed-fee structure. 4. Sector: Primarily construction services for the Department of Defense.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $11.85 million appears reasonable for a construction project of this nature. Benchmarking against similar Department of Defense construction contracts would provide a more definitive assessment.
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 more 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.
Public Impact
Supports military infrastructure development in Mississippi. Provides construction jobs and economic activity in the region. Ensures facilities meet Department of Defense operational requirements.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) can incentivize cost overruns if not closely monitored.
- Short contract duration may indicate a specific project phase or limited scope.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Contract awarded to a single entity, W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the construction sector, specifically for government facilities. Spending benchmarks for similar military construction projects vary widely based on scope, location, and complexity.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved as subcontractors or prime contractors. Further analysis would be needed to assess small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of the Army's oversight is crucial for managing the CPFF contract to ensure cost control and adherence to project specifications. Regular audits and performance reviews are standard oversight mechanisms.
Related Government Programs
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
- Short contract duration.
- Limited information on specific project scope.
- No explicit mention of small business participation.
Tags
department-of-defense, ms, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $11.9 million to W. G. YATES & SONS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY. See the official description on USAspending.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is W. G. YATES & SONS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $11.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2005-09-24. End: 2006-01-01.
What specific construction services were rendered under this contract?
The provided data does not specify the exact construction services. However, given the 'Department of the Army' as the agency and 'MISSISSIPPI' as the state, it likely involved the construction, renovation, or repair of military facilities or infrastructure within Mississippi.
What are the potential risks associated with a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract for construction?
CPFF contracts can pose risks of cost overruns if the contractor is not incentivized to control expenses, as their fee is fixed regardless of the final cost. The government bears the risk of cost increases. Effective oversight is critical to mitigate this.
How does the short contract duration impact project effectiveness?
A short contract duration (99 days) might suggest a focused scope or a specific phase of a larger project. If the scope is substantial, a short duration could lead to rushed work, potentially impacting quality or increasing risks if not managed meticulously.
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 30
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: THE Yates Companies Inc (UEI: 017041232)
Address: ONE GULLY AVENUE, PHILADELPHIA, MS, 39350
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W912EE05D0006
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2005-09-24
Current End Date: 2006-01-01
Potential End Date: 2006-01-01 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2020-05-28
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