NASA's $37.5M Instrument Development Facility Construction Awarded to Manhattan Construction Company
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $37,479,460 ($37.5M)
Contractor: Manhattan Construction Company LLC
Awarding Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Start Date: 2018-04-23
End Date: 2020-07-22
Contract Duration: 821 days
Daily Burn Rate: $45.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: CONSTRUCTION OF THE INSTRUMENT DEVELOPMENT FACILITY (IDF) BUILDING 37
Place of Performance
Location: GREENBELT, PRINCE GEORGES County, MARYLAND, 20771
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
National Aeronautics and Space Administration obligated $37.5 million to MANHATTAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LLC for work described as: CONSTRUCTION OF THE INSTRUMENT DEVELOPMENT FACILITY (IDF) BUILDING 37 Key points: 1. The contract value is $37.5 million for the construction of the Instrument Development Facility (IDF) Building 37. 2. Awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. 3. The project duration was 821 days, concluding in July 2020. 4. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 236220 for Commercial and Institutional Building Construction.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $37.5 million for a large-scale institutional building construction project appears within a reasonable range for similar federal projects. Benchmarking against comparable NASA or other agency construction contracts would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting that multiple qualified contractors had the opportunity to bid. This method generally promotes price discovery and competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is intended to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently by securing the best possible price for the construction services.
Public Impact
Supports NASA's mission by providing essential infrastructure for instrument development. Creates jobs in the construction sector and related industries. The facility's construction may have local economic impacts in Maryland. Ensures advanced scientific instruments can be developed and tested. Contributes to the nation's scientific and technological advancement.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific cost breakdowns for materials, labor, and overhead.
- Potential for cost overruns in large construction projects.
- No indication of small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Firm fixed price contract type helps control costs.
- Project completed within the specified timeframe.
Sector Analysis
The construction sector, particularly for large institutional buildings, is a significant area of federal spending. Benchmarks for similar NASA or DoD construction projects would be relevant for assessing value.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this contract (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities were missed or if the project scope was unsuitable for small business involvement.
Oversight & Accountability
Standard federal procurement oversight processes would apply to this contract. The firm fixed price nature of the contract provides a degree of cost control, but monitoring for scope creep and adherence to specifications is crucial.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Contracting
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- No small business participation.
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown.
- Potential for construction cost overruns.
- No data on change orders or modifications.
- Missing square footage for cost-per-square-foot analysis.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, national-aeronautics-and-space-administr, md, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration awarded $37.5 million to MANHATTAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LLC. CONSTRUCTION OF THE INSTRUMENT DEVELOPMENT FACILITY (IDF) BUILDING 37
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MANHATTAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (National Aeronautics and Space Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $37.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2018-04-23. End: 2020-07-22.
What was the final cost compared to the initial bid or estimated cost?
The provided data shows the awarded amount ($37.5M) and the number of bids (5). Without the initial estimate or the breakdown of the awarded cost, it's difficult to assess if the final cost was significantly different from projections. Further review of contract modifications and final payment records would be necessary.
Were there any significant delays or change orders during the project?
The contract duration was 821 days, and the award date was April 23, 2018, with an end date of July 22, 2020. This suggests the project was completed within approximately 2.25 years. Information on change orders or delays is not present in the provided data and would require a deeper dive into contract performance reports.
How does the cost per square foot compare to similar government construction projects?
The provided data does not include the square footage of the Instrument Development Facility. Without this crucial metric, a cost per square foot benchmark cannot be calculated or compared to similar federal construction projects. This information would be essential for a comprehensive value assessment.
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: NNG17607163R
Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Rooney Holdings, Inc. (UEI: 107125957)
Address: 3330 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 300, ARLINGTON, VA, 22201
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $37,479,460
Exercised Options: $37,479,460
Current Obligation: $37,479,460
Actual Outlays: $11,659,540
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2018-04-23
Current End Date: 2020-07-22
Potential End Date: 2020-07-22 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2020-09-29
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