DoD Awards $19.76M for Construction to Archer Western Contractors, LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $19,757,567 ($19.8M)
Contractor: Archer Western Contractors, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2009-03-16
End Date: 2011-11-08
Contract Duration: 967 days
Daily Burn Rate: $20.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: CONSTRUCTION OF ALL WORK
Place of Performance
Location: TACOMA, PIERCE County, WASHINGTON, 98433
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $19.8 million to ARCHER WESTERN CONTRACTORS, LLC for work described as: CONSTRUCTION OF ALL WORK Key points: 1. Contract awarded for commercial and institutional building construction. 2. Full and open competition was utilized. 3. Project duration was 967 days. 4. The contract was firm fixed price.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The award amount of $19.76 million for a 967-day construction project appears within a reasonable range for large-scale commercial and institutional building construction, though specific benchmarks are unavailable without more detailed project scope.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Full and open competition was used, suggesting a competitive bidding process that should have driven price discovery. The firm fixed price contract type further aims to control costs for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is generally beneficial for taxpayers as it promotes market competition and potentially lower prices.
Public Impact
Supports infrastructure development within the Department of Defense. Provides employment opportunities through the contractor and subcontractors. Impacts the local economy where the construction takes place.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns if scope changes significantly.
- Contract duration is lengthy, increasing exposure to market fluctuations.
Positive Signals
- Competitive award process.
- Firm fixed price contract limits cost uncertainty.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Spending in this sector for the DoD can vary significantly based on infrastructure needs and modernization efforts.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved as prime contractors or subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to assess small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense, which has established oversight mechanisms for construction projects. The duration and value suggest significant oversight would be required.
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 information on bid vs. award price.
- No data on contract modifications.
- Unclear small business participation.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, wa, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $19.8 million to ARCHER WESTERN CONTRACTORS, LLC. CONSTRUCTION OF ALL WORK
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ARCHER WESTERN CONTRACTORS, 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 $19.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-03-16. End: 2011-11-08.
What was the specific nature of the construction project and its intended use?
The provided data categorizes the work as 'CONSTRUCTION OF ALL WORK' under 'Commercial and Institutional Building Construction'. Without further details, the specific purpose, size, and type of building (e.g., barracks, office complex, training facility) remain unknown, making a precise value assessment difficult.
How did the final contract price compare to the initial bid or estimated cost?
The data shows the awarded amount ($19.76M) but does not provide information on the initial bid range or government's estimated cost. A comparison is necessary to determine if the competition effectively drove down prices or if the award was close to the initial estimates.
Were there any significant change orders or contract modifications during the project lifecycle?
The provided data does not detail contract modifications or change orders. For a project spanning 967 days, it is common to have adjustments. Understanding these would be crucial for assessing the final cost-effectiveness and contractor performance.
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: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: W9126G07R0110
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Walsh Group Ltd., the (UEI: 121476675)
Address: 3715 NORTHSIDE PKWY BG 100 STE 550, ATLANTA, GA, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $19,757,567
Exercised Options: $19,757,567
Current Obligation: $19,757,567
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W9126G08D0046
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-03-16
Current End Date: 2011-11-08
Potential End Date: 2011-11-08 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2011-11-21
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