DoD's $46.1M Lackland AFB Clinic Construction Awarded to J.E. Dunn Construction via Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $46,143,331 ($46.1M)
Contractor: J. E. Dunn Construction Company
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2010-09-01
End Date: 2013-10-19
Contract Duration: 1,144 days
Daily Burn Rate: $40.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE ACC CLINIC BUILDING # 1 AND CENTRAL ENERGY PLANT, PHASE 1B LOCATED IN SAN ANTONIO, TX
Place of Performance
Location: LACKLAND AFB, BEXAR County, TEXAS, 78236
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $46.1 million to J. E. DUNN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY for work described as: LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE ACC CLINIC BUILDING # 1 AND CENTRAL ENERGY PLANT, PHASE 1B LOCATED IN SAN ANTONIO, TX Key points: 1. The contract awarded to J.E. Dunn Construction Company for $46.1 million covers construction at Lackland Air Force Base. 2. This project falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector, with a North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code of 236220. 3. The award utilized a full and open competition method, suggesting a robust price discovery process. 4. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price, which shifts cost risk to the contractor. 5. The project duration was 1144 days, indicating a significant construction timeline.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $46.1 million for a clinic and central energy plant construction appears reasonable given the project scope and duration. Benchmarking against similar large-scale institutional building projects would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The use of full and open competition is a positive indicator for price discovery, allowing multiple qualified contractors to bid. This method generally leads to more competitive pricing compared to limited or sole-source procurements.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive bidding process likely resulted in a fair price for taxpayers, maximizing value for the government's investment in military healthcare infrastructure.
Public Impact
Enhances healthcare infrastructure at a major Air Force base, improving services for military personnel and their families. Supports local economy through construction jobs and related services in the San Antonio, Texas area. The project's successful completion contributes to the operational readiness and quality of life at Lackland AFB.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns if unforeseen site conditions arise during construction.
- Delays in project completion could impact the availability of critical healthcare facilities.
Positive Signals
- Firm Fixed Price contract mitigates cost risk for the government.
- Full and open competition suggests a competitive price was secured.
- Experienced contractor, J.E. Dunn Construction Company, likely brings expertise to the project.
Sector Analysis
This project falls within the broad Construction sector, specifically Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. Spending in this area is often driven by infrastructure needs, modernization efforts, and facility upgrades for government operations.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that neither small business participation nor set-asides were explicitly mentioned for this contract. Further investigation would be needed to determine if small businesses were subcontracted by the prime contractor.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of the Army, as the procuring agency, is responsible for oversight. The firm fixed price contract and full and open competition suggest a structured procurement process, but ongoing monitoring of performance and adherence to contract terms is crucial.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detail on specific project scope and deliverables.
- No information on small business subcontracting.
- Potential for unforeseen site conditions impacting cost and schedule.
- Limited insight into the competitive landscape beyond 'full and open'.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, tx, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $46.1 million to J. E. DUNN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY. LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE ACC CLINIC BUILDING # 1 AND CENTRAL ENERGY PLANT, PHASE 1B LOCATED IN SAN ANTONIO, TX
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is J. E. DUNN 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 $46.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2010-09-01. End: 2013-10-19.
What was the specific scope of work for the clinic and central energy plant, and how did it compare to similar projects in terms of cost per square foot?
The provided data does not detail the specific scope of work or square footage. To assess value effectively, a comparison of cost per square foot against similar military or institutional building projects, considering regional construction costs and complexity, would be necessary. This would help determine if the $46.1 million price was competitive for the delivered facilities.
Were there any significant challenges or change orders during the project that impacted the final cost or timeline?
The data indicates a duration of 1144 days and a firm fixed price, suggesting the initial contract terms were maintained. However, without access to project management records or post-award modifications, it's impossible to definitively rule out unforeseen challenges or change orders that might have occurred and been managed within the existing contract framework or through separate processes.
How effectively did the full and open competition process ensure the best value was achieved for this significant infrastructure investment?
The full and open competition method is designed to foster a competitive environment, theoretically leading to the best value. The award to J.E. Dunn Construction Company at $46.1 million suggests they offered the most advantageous proposal. However, a true assessment of 'best value' would require analyzing the number of bids received, the range of proposed prices, and the evaluation criteria used beyond just price.
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: W9126G08R0188
Offers Received: 7
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: JE Dunn Construction Group Inc
Address: 929 HOLMES ST, KANSAS CITY, MO, 64106
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $46,492,331
Exercised Options: $46,143,331
Current Obligation: $46,143,331
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 81
Total Subaward Amount: $70,266,024
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W9126G08D0057
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2010-09-01
Current End Date: 2013-10-19
Potential End Date: 2013-10-19 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2024-02-09
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