NASA Awards $4.88M for Stennis Space Center Critical Info Processing Buildup
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $4,879,363 ($4.9M)
Contractor: Birmingham Industrial Construction, LLC
Awarding Agency: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Start Date: 2024-09-19
End Date: 2026-06-30
Contract Duration: 649 days
Daily Burn Rate: $7.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: NATIONAL CENTER FOR CRITICAL INFORMATION PROCESSING AND STORAGE IPS ZONE H1 BUILDOUT AT STENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS
Place of Performance
Location: STENNIS SPACE CENTER, HANCOCK County, MISSISSIPPI, 39529
Plain-Language Summary
National Aeronautics and Space Administration obligated $4.9 million to BIRMINGHAM INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION, LLC for work described as: NATIONAL CENTER FOR CRITICAL INFORMATION PROCESSING AND STORAGE IPS ZONE H1 BUILDOUT AT STENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS Key points: 1. The contract focuses on building out critical information processing and storage infrastructure at Stennis Space Center. 2. Competition was full and open after exclusion of sources, suggesting a deliberate but competitive process. 3. The firm-fixed-price contract type helps manage cost certainty for the government. 4. The project duration is 649 days, indicating a significant but manageable construction timeline.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The award amount of $4.88 million for industrial building construction appears reasonable given the scope. Benchmarking against similar critical infrastructure projects would provide further validation.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources.' This implies that while the competition was open, specific sources may have been excluded for defined reasons, potentially impacting the breadth of initial bidders but aiming for a competitive outcome.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition, even with exclusions, aims to secure the best value for taxpayers by encouraging multiple bids and driving down costs.
Public Impact
Enhances critical data processing and storage capabilities for NASA's Stennis Space Center. Supports the operational resilience and security of vital national information assets. Contributes to the modernization of federal infrastructure, ensuring continued mission support.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 75 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns if unforeseen construction challenges arise.
- Dependence on specialized construction firms for critical infrastructure projects.
Positive Signals
- Firm-fixed-price contract provides cost certainty.
- Full and open competition promotes competitive pricing.
- Strategic investment in essential national infrastructure.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Industrial Building Construction sector, specifically for critical information processing and storage facilities. Spending in this area is crucial for maintaining national security and technological advancement, with benchmarks varying widely based on project complexity and location.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was awarded to BIRMINGHAM INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION, LLC, and does not specify any small business set-asides or participation. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business involvement.
Oversight & Accountability
NASA's procurement processes are subject to oversight from the Inspector General and potentially congressional committees. The use of competitive bidding and fixed-price contracts are standard oversight mechanisms to ensure accountability and value.
Related Government Programs
- Industrial Building Construction
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Contracting
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for scope creep impacting budget and timeline.
- Reliance on a single prime contractor for critical infrastructure.
- Cybersecurity risks associated with new data processing facilities.
- Environmental compliance and permitting challenges.
Tags
industrial-building-construction, national-aeronautics-and-space-administr, ms, delivery-order, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration awarded $4.9 million to BIRMINGHAM INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION, LLC. NATIONAL CENTER FOR CRITICAL INFORMATION PROCESSING AND STORAGE IPS ZONE H1 BUILDOUT AT STENNIS SPACE CENTER, MS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BIRMINGHAM INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION, 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 $4.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2024-09-19. End: 2026-06-30.
What specific technological requirements necessitate this specialized 'critical information processing and storage' buildout?
The specific technological requirements likely involve housing advanced computing systems, secure data storage arrays, and robust network infrastructure essential for NASA's Stennis Space Center operations. This could include high-performance computing for simulations, secure archival of sensitive research data, and resilient communication systems to support ongoing missions and scientific endeavors.
What are the primary risks associated with the 'exclusion of sources' in the competition process?
The primary risk of excluding sources is potentially limiting the competitive pool, which could lead to higher prices or less innovative solutions if the excluded firms were strong contenders. It also raises questions about the justification for exclusion and whether it truly served the government's best interest in obtaining optimal value and performance.
How will the effectiveness of this infrastructure buildout be measured post-completion?
Effectiveness will likely be measured by the system's uptime and reliability, its ability to meet specified performance metrics for data processing and storage, and its contribution to the overall mission success of the Stennis Space Center. Post-occupancy evaluations, performance audits, and user feedback will be key indicators.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Nonresidential Building Construction › Industrial Building Construction
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, ALTER REAL PROPERTY › MAINT, ALTER, REPAIR NONBUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 105 CORPORATE WOODS CIR, ALABASTER, AL, 35007
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, DoT Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, Hispanic American Owned Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $4,879,363
Exercised Options: $4,879,363
Current Obligation: $4,879,363
Actual Outlays: $3,080,687
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 80SSC018D0011
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2024-09-19
Current End Date: 2026-06-30
Potential End Date: 2026-06-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-03-19
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