DOD awards $24M ICE facility construction contract to Ross Group Construction in Texas
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $24,057,497 ($24.1M)
Contractor: Ross Group Construction Corporation, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2011-09-29
End Date: 2016-01-22
Contract Duration: 1,576 days
Daily Burn Rate: $15.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: CONTRUCTION OF DHS/ICE ADMINISTRATION FACILITY IN EL PASO TX
Place of Performance
Location: EL PASO, EL PASO County, TEXAS, 79901
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $24.1 million to ROSS GROUP CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION, LLC for work described as: CONTRUCTION OF DHS/ICE ADMINISTRATION FACILITY IN EL PASO TX Key points: 1. Contract awarded for construction of DHS/ICE administration facility in El Paso, TX. 2. The contract value is $24,057,496.95. 3. Ross Group Construction Corporation, LLC is the contractor. 4. The contract was awarded by the Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army. 5. The period of performance was from September 29, 2011, to January 22, 2016.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $24 million for a government facility is within a typical range for construction projects of this nature. Benchmarking against similar projects would require more detailed scope information.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES,' indicating a limited competition. This method may have restricted the pool of potential bidders and potentially impacted price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used for this construction project. The limited competition raises questions about whether the best possible price was achieved.
Public Impact
Construction of a federal facility impacts local economy through job creation and material sourcing. The facility serves the Department of Homeland Security's Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations. The duration of the contract (over 4 years) suggests a significant construction undertaking.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition raises concerns about potential overpricing.
- Contract duration is lengthy, increasing risk of cost overruns or delays.
Positive Signals
- Contract awarded to a specific construction company.
- Project completed within the specified timeframe.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Construction spending benchmarks vary widely based on project type, location, and materials. This project's value is moderate for a federal facility.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a stated requirement or outcome for this contract, as 'sb' is false. Further analysis would be needed to determine if any subcontracting opportunities were provided to small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Defense, acting on behalf of DHS/ICE, oversaw this contract. Standard government oversight procedures for construction projects would apply, including site inspections and progress monitoring.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition may have resulted in a higher price.
- Long contract duration increases exposure to market fluctuations and unforeseen issues.
- Lack of detailed scope makes precise value benchmarking difficult.
- No information on small business subcontracting.
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 $24.1 million to ROSS GROUP CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION, LLC. CONTRUCTION OF DHS/ICE ADMINISTRATION FACILITY IN EL PASO TX
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ROSS GROUP CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION, 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 $24.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-09-29. End: 2016-01-22.
What was the specific justification for excluding sources in the competition?
The justification for excluding sources in the competition is not provided in the data. Typically, such exclusions require a detailed rationale, such as specialized capabilities, urgent needs, or existing infrastructure compatibility. Without this information, it's difficult to assess the necessity and fairness of the limited competition.
Were there any cost savings or efficiencies realized due to the limited competition?
It is unlikely that limited competition would inherently lead to cost savings or efficiencies for the government. In fact, reduced competition often leads to higher prices. The 'fair' rating for value suggests that while not exorbitant, the price may not have been the absolute lowest achievable under a fully open bidding process.
How does the final cost compare to the initial estimated cost for this facility?
The provided data does not include the initial estimated cost for the facility, only the awarded contract value. Therefore, a direct comparison to assess cost overruns or savings against an estimate is not possible. This lack of baseline cost data limits a full assessment of the project's financial effectiveness.
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 AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: W9126G09R0098
Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1140 N 129TH E AVE, TULSA, OK, 74116
Business Categories: American Indian Owned Business, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, HUBZone Firm, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $24,057,497
Exercised Options: $24,057,497
Current Obligation: $24,057,497
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W9126G09D0101
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-09-29
Current End Date: 2016-01-22
Potential End Date: 2016-01-22 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2022-04-11
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