DOT Awards $2.7M for Lighting Equipment to Patriot Taxiway Industries Under Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $2,698,487 ($2.7M)
Contractor: Patriot Taxiway Industries Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Transportation
Start Date: 2023-08-24
End Date: 2026-10-30
Contract Duration: 1,163 days
Daily Burn Rate: $2.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Manufacturing
Official Description: ISSUANCE OF DELIVERY ORDER NUMBER 1 AGAINST PATRIOT TAXIWAY INDUSTRIES IDIQ CONTRACT 693KA8-23-D-00018.
Place of Performance
Location: LOMIRA, DODGE County, WISCONSIN, 53048
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Transportation obligated $2.7 million to PATRIOT TAXIWAY INDUSTRIES INC for work described as: ISSUANCE OF DELIVERY ORDER NUMBER 1 AGAINST PATRIOT TAXIWAY INDUSTRIES IDIQ CONTRACT 693KA8-23-D-00018. Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Patriot Taxiway Industries Inc. for lighting equipment. 2. The award was made under a full and open competition. 3. This delivery order represents a significant portion of the IDIQ contract's potential value. 4. The sector is manufacturing, specifically lighting equipment.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract is firm fixed price, which provides cost certainty. However, without specific benchmarks for lighting equipment, assessing the value relative to similar contracts is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. This method generally leads to competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers benefit from competitive pricing achieved through an open bidding process.
Public Impact
Ensures necessary lighting equipment for aviation infrastructure. Supports a company operating within the US manufacturing sector. Potential impact on airport safety and operational efficiency.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific unit cost data for benchmarking.
- Potential for price escalation over the contract duration.
- Dependence on a single supplier for this specific delivery order.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Firm fixed price contract type.
- Supports critical infrastructure needs.
Sector Analysis
The Federal Aviation Administration's procurement of lighting equipment falls within the broader manufacturing and infrastructure sectors. Benchmarks for similar lighting contracts are not readily available, making direct comparison challenging.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were involved as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The award is a delivery order against an existing IDIQ contract, suggesting prior oversight. However, the specific oversight for this delivery order's pricing and performance needs further review.
Related Government Programs
- Electric Lamp Bulb and Other Lighting Equipment Manufacturing
- Department of Transportation Contracting
- Federal Aviation Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown.
- Potential for price creep over contract duration.
- Limited visibility into subcontractor performance.
- Absence of specific performance metrics for this order.
Tags
electric-lamp-bulb-and-other-lighting-eq, department-of-transportation, wi, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Transportation awarded $2.7 million to PATRIOT TAXIWAY INDUSTRIES INC. ISSUANCE OF DELIVERY ORDER NUMBER 1 AGAINST PATRIOT TAXIWAY INDUSTRIES IDIQ CONTRACT 693KA8-23-D-00018.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is PATRIOT TAXIWAY INDUSTRIES INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Transportation (Federal Aviation Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $2.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-08-24. End: 2026-10-30.
What is the historical pricing trend for similar lighting equipment procured by the FAA?
Historical pricing data for similar lighting equipment procured by the FAA is not provided in this data. To assess value effectively, a review of past solicitations and awards for comparable items would be necessary. This would allow for a comparison of unit prices, quantities, and contract terms to determine if the current award is competitive.
What are the specific risks associated with the firm fixed price contract for lighting equipment?
While firm fixed price offers cost certainty, risks include potential for the contractor to cut corners on quality to maintain profit margins if material or labor costs increase unexpectedly. There's also a risk of overpricing if competition was not sufficiently robust, despite being 'full and open'.
How does the performance of Patriot Taxiway Industries on previous contracts compare to this award?
Information on Patriot Taxiway Industries' past performance is not included. Assessing effectiveness requires reviewing their track record, including on-time delivery, quality of goods, and adherence to contract terms on prior awards. This would provide insight into the likelihood of successful execution of this delivery order.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Manufacturing › Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing › Electric Lamp Bulb and Other Lighting Equipment Manufacturing
Product/Service Code: LIGHTING FIXTURES, LAMPS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: 693KA8-23-R-00009
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 290 PLEASANT HILL AVE, LOMIRA, WI, 53048
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Manufacturer of Goods, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $2,698,487
Exercised Options: $2,698,487
Current Obligation: $2,698,487
Actual Outlays: $1,625,376
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 693KA823D00018
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-08-24
Current End Date: 2026-10-30
Potential End Date: 2026-10-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-03-05
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