DoD Awards $150M MATOC to TEPA EC, LLC for Commercial Building Construction
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $15,009,496 ($15.0M)
Contractor: Tepa EC, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2008-06-25
End Date: 2009-11-30
Contract Duration: 523 days
Daily Burn Rate: $28.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: COMPANY OPERATIONS FACILITIES MATOC
Place of Performance
Location: FORT RILEY, GEARY County, KANSAS, 66442
State: Kansas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $15.0 million to TEPA EC, LLC for work described as: COMPANY OPERATIONS FACILITIES MATOC Key points: 1. Significant contract value of $150M awarded to TEPA EC, LLC. 2. The contract falls under Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. 3. Awarded under Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources. 4. The contract duration is 523 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The award amount of $150,009,496 is a ceiling value for a MATOC, not a guaranteed spend. Actual spending will depend on task orders issued. Benchmarking against similar MATOCs for construction services is difficult without knowing the scope of individual task orders.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded using 'Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources,' indicating a competitive process was used, but specific details on source exclusion are not provided. This method aims for price discovery through competition.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award suggests efforts to secure fair pricing for taxpayers, though the total expenditure is capped and depends on future task orders.
Public Impact
Supports infrastructure development within the Department of Defense. Provides construction services for commercial and institutional facilities. Potential for job creation in the construction sector. Ensures facilities are maintained and upgraded for military operations.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- MATOC ceiling value, actual spend unknown
- Limited detail on 'Exclusion of Sources' process
- Small business participation not specified
Positive Signals
- Full and Open Competition utilized
- Long-term contract vehicle
- Supports critical DoD infrastructure needs
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Construction sector, specifically for commercial and institutional buildings. The $150M ceiling for a MATOC is a substantial award, reflecting significant project needs within the Department of Defense.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that the awardee, TEPA EC, LLC, is not a small business (sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business subcontracting goals were established or met for this contract.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense. Oversight would typically involve contract management by the Army Contracting Command to ensure performance and adherence to terms.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for underutilization of MATOC ceiling
- Lack of transparency on source exclusion criteria
- No indication of small business participation
- Contract awarded to a non-small business
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, ks, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $15.0 million to TEPA EC, LLC. COMPANY OPERATIONS FACILITIES MATOC
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is TEPA EC, 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 $15.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-06-25. End: 2009-11-30.
What is the typical utilization rate for MATOC contracts of this nature within the Department of Defense?
Utilization rates for MATOC contracts vary widely based on agency needs, project pipelines, and the number of awarded contracts. Some MATOCs are heavily utilized, reaching their ceiling values through numerous task orders, while others may see lower utilization if needs shift or if competition for task orders is intense. Without specific historical data for TEPA EC, LLC's MATOC or similar DoD construction MATOCs, it's difficult to provide a precise benchmark.
What specific criteria led to the exclusion of certain sources in the 'Full and Open Competition after Exclusion of Sources' process?
The 'Exclusion of Sources' clause typically implies that certain potential offerors were excluded from the competition based on pre-defined criteria, possibly related to past performance, specific capabilities, or security requirements. The exact reasons for exclusion would be detailed in the solicitation documents and the source selection decision memorandum, which are not provided in this data extract. Understanding these criteria is crucial for assessing the fairness and completeness of the competition.
How does the firm-fixed-price contract type impact the risk allocation between the government and TEPA EC, LLC?
A Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract type places the majority of the cost risk on the contractor, TEPA EC, LLC. The government agrees to pay a set price regardless of the contractor's actual costs. This benefits the government by providing cost certainty, but it requires the contractor to accurately estimate all costs upfront. Any cost overruns are borne by the contractor, while cost savings can increase their profit margin.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Nonresidential Building Construction › Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
Product/Service Code: ARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES › ARCH-ENG SVCS - CONSTRUCTION
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: W912HN07R0096
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 5045 LIST DR, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, 05
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, American Indian Owned Business, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Emerging Small Business, Government, Native American Tribal Government, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations, Tribally Owned Firm, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $15,009,496
Exercised Options: $15,009,496
Current Obligation: $15,009,496
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W912HN08D0022
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-06-25
Current End Date: 2009-11-30
Potential End Date: 2009-11-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2010-08-18
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