Edwards AFB Housing Project: $58.2M for New Construction and Demolition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $58,194,129 ($58.2M)
Contractor: Hunt Building Company, Ltd
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2008-03-14
End Date: 2010-05-26
Contract Duration: 803 days
Daily Burn Rate: $72.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 10
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: FY06 REPLACE & IMPROVE HOUSING, EDWARDS AFB, CA INCLUDING DEMOLITION OF OBSOLETE UNITS AND CONSTRUCTION OF NEW UNITS
Place of Performance
Location: EDWARDS, KERN County, CALIFORNIA, 93524
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $58.2 million to HUNT BUILDING COMPANY, LTD for work described as: FY06 REPLACE & IMPROVE HOUSING, EDWARDS AFB, CA INCLUDING DEMOLITION OF OBSOLETE UNITS AND CONSTRUCTION OF NEW UNITS Key points: 1. Significant investment in military housing infrastructure at Edwards AFB. 2. HUNT BUILDING COMPANY, LTD secured the contract. 3. Project involves demolition and new construction, indicating a substantial scope. 4. Full and open competition was utilized, suggesting a competitive bidding process.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The award amount of $58.2M for 803 days of work appears reasonable for a large construction project of this nature. Benchmarking against similar military housing construction projects would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which typically leads to better price discovery and potentially more favorable pricing for the government. The number of bids received (10) further supports a competitive environment.
Taxpayer Impact: The investment aims to improve living conditions for military personnel, which has indirect positive impacts on morale and retention, justifying the taxpayer expenditure.
Public Impact
Improved quality of life for military families stationed at Edwards AFB. Potential for job creation in the local California economy during the construction phase. Modernization of aging military housing stock, enhancing base readiness and appeal.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 72 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for construction delays impacting project completion.
- Risk of cost overruns if unforeseen issues arise during demolition or construction.
Positive Signals
- Use of firm-fixed-price contract limits cost uncertainty for the government.
- Full and open competition suggests a strong likelihood of competitive pricing.
- Project addresses a critical need for improved housing at the base.
Sector Analysis
This project falls under the construction sector, specifically new single-family housing. Spending on military base infrastructure, including housing, is a consistent area of government expenditure, often subject to competitive bidding processes.
Small Business Impact
While the prime contractor is HUNT BUILDING COMPANY, LTD, the extent of small business subcontracting is not detailed in the provided data. Further investigation would be needed to assess small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of the Air Force, under the Department of Defense, is responsible for overseeing this contract. Standard oversight mechanisms for large construction projects would be in place to monitor progress and ensure compliance.
Related Government Programs
- New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders)
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Air Force Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for unforeseen site conditions during demolition.
- Dependency on timely material procurement and labor availability.
- Risk of scope creep if additional requirements are added post-award.
- Weather-related delays impacting construction schedule.
Tags
new-single-family-housing-construction-e, department-of-defense, ca, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $58.2 million to HUNT BUILDING COMPANY, LTD. FY06 REPLACE & IMPROVE HOUSING, EDWARDS AFB, CA INCLUDING DEMOLITION OF OBSOLETE UNITS AND CONSTRUCTION OF NEW UNITS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is HUNT BUILDING COMPANY, LTD.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Air Force).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $58.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-03-14. End: 2010-05-26.
What was the specific breakdown of costs for demolition versus new construction?
The provided data does not specify the cost allocation between demolition and new construction. A detailed breakdown would be necessary to understand the investment in each component and to assess the value proposition for each phase of the project independently.
Were there any significant challenges or delays encountered during the project's execution?
Information regarding project challenges or delays is not available in the provided data. Post-project reviews or contract performance reports would be the primary sources for identifying any execution issues and their impact on the final cost and timeline.
How does the final cost compare to the initial budget or estimated cost for this project?
The data provides the award amount ($58.2M) but not the initial budget or estimated cost. A comparison would require access to pre-award documentation to determine if the project was completed within its original financial parameters or if there were significant deviations.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Residential Building Construction › New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders)
Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIES › CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 10
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Hunt Companies, Inc. (UEI: 136115255)
Address: 4401 N MESA ST STE 201, EL PASO, TX, 16
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $58,194,129
Exercised Options: $58,194,129
Current Obligation: $58,194,129
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: FA890304D8700
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-03-14
Current End Date: 2010-05-26
Potential End Date: 2010-05-26 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2010-04-28
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