DoD Awards $21.2M for Georgia Road and Bridge Construction, Completed in 2011

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $21,193,017 ($21.2M)

Contractor: Caddell Construction CO., Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2010-02-18

End Date: 2011-05-14

Contract Duration: 450 days

Daily Burn Rate: $47.1K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 6

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Construction

Official Description: THIS PROJECT INVOLVES THE CONSTRUCTION OF APPROXIMATELY 15 MILES OF TWO-LANE CONCRETE ROADWAY AND 3 EACH HL-93 BRIDGES (120 MILITARY LOAD CLASS) EACH APPROXIMATELY 160-275 FT IN LENGTH. BRIDGES CROSS A STREAM AND CHASM OF APPROX 35 FT DEEP. ROAD IS A COMBINATION OF CONVERTING EXISTING ASPHALT TO CONCRETE AND BUILDING NEW CONCRETE ROADS. PROJECT REQUIRES EXTENSIVE EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IN PLACE THROUGHOUT CONSTRUCTION. ROADWAYS WILL REQUIRE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO CUT, FILL, THE INSTALLATION OF CULVERTS, BOX CULVERTS, DITCHES, TEMPORARY BYPASS ROUTES; SUPPORTING FACILITIES INCLUDE CLEARING AND GRUBBING, FINE AND ROUGH GRADING, EROSION CONTROL SYSTEMS, GRASSING, STORM DRAINAGE, GUARD RAILS, FENCING AND GATES, AND UTILITY PROTECTION.

Place of Performance

Location: FORT BENNING, MUSCOGEE County, GEORGIA, 31905

State: Georgia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $21.2 million to CADDELL CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. for work described as: THIS PROJECT INVOLVES THE CONSTRUCTION OF APPROXIMATELY 15 MILES OF TWO-LANE CONCRETE ROADWAY AND 3 EACH HL-93 BRIDGES (120 MILITARY LOAD CLASS) EACH APPROXIMATELY 160-275 FT IN LENGTH. BRIDGES CROSS A STREAM AND CHASM OF APPROX 35 FT DEEP. ROAD IS A COMBINATION OF CONVERTING E… Key points: 1. The project involved significant infrastructure development, including 15 miles of roadway and three bridges, indicating a substantial investment in military base support. 2. Competition was full and open, suggesting a competitive bidding process that likely contributed to price discovery. 3. The project was awarded as a Firm Fixed Price contract, which shifts cost overrun risk to the contractor. 4. The sector is primarily construction, with specific elements related to civil engineering and infrastructure.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $21.2 million for 15 miles of roadway and three bridges appears within a reasonable range for complex civil engineering projects. However, without specific details on the scope of work for each bridge and the terrain, a precise benchmark is difficult.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which generally allows for the widest possible range of bidders and promotes competitive pricing. This method is expected to yield a fair market price.

Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is a positive indicator for taxpayer value, as it encourages multiple bids and potentially drives down costs.

Public Impact

Enhances military readiness by improving access and infrastructure on a base. Supports local economy through construction jobs and material procurement. Long-term asset for the Department of Defense, improving operational efficiency.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Potential for unforeseen site conditions in bridge construction over chasms.
Environmental compliance costs for extensive erosion control measures.

Positive Signals

Firm Fixed Price contract mitigates cost escalation risk for the government.
Full and open competition suggests a robust bidding process.

Sector Analysis

This project falls within the heavy civil construction sector, focusing on infrastructure development for military installations. Spending benchmarks in this area are highly variable based on project complexity, location, and material costs.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates the prime contractor is Caddell Construction Co., Inc. There is no specific information provided regarding subcontracting to small businesses for this particular award.

Oversight & Accountability

The award was managed by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense. Standard government oversight processes 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

Complex bridge construction over significant depth.
Extensive environmental controls required.
Firm Fixed Price contract shifts risk to contractor.
Full and open competition promotes value.
Project duration of 450 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $21.2 million to CADDELL CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.. THIS PROJECT INVOLVES THE CONSTRUCTION OF APPROXIMATELY 15 MILES OF TWO-LANE CONCRETE ROADWAY AND 3 EACH HL-93 BRIDGES (120 MILITARY LOAD CLASS) EACH APPROXIMATELY 160-275 FT IN LENGTH. BRIDGES CROSS A STREAM AND CHASM OF APPROX 35 FT DEEP. ROAD IS A COMBINATION OF CONVERTING EXISTING ASPHALT TO CONCRETE AND BUILDING NEW CONCRETE ROADS. PROJECT REQUIRES EXTENSIVE EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL MEASURES TO BE IN PLACE THROUGHOUT CONSTRUCTION. ROADWAYS WILL REQUIRE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO CU

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is CADDELL CONSTRUCTION CO., INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $21.2 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2010-02-18. End: 2011-05-14.

What was the average cost per mile for the roadway construction, and how does it compare to similar projects in Georgia?

The total award was $21.2 million for 15 miles of roadway and three bridges. Excluding the bridges, the roadway portion would be less. A precise per-mile cost is difficult to isolate due to the integrated nature of the project and bridge costs. However, general estimates for highway construction can range from $2 million to $10 million per mile, depending on complexity, terrain, and materials. Further analysis would require breaking down the bridge costs.

What were the primary risks identified during the bidding process for the bridge construction over the chasm?

Key risks likely included the structural integrity of the foundations in potentially challenging soil conditions, the logistics of working over a 35-foot deep chasm, and ensuring compliance with stringent load class (HL-93) requirements. Environmental considerations for stream crossings and sedimentation control would also be significant risk factors.

How effectively did the firm fixed price contract manage cost overruns given the project's duration and complexity?

The firm fixed price contract is designed to transfer cost overrun risk to the contractor. Given the project was completed within its duration (450 days) and the award amount was $21.2 million, it suggests the contractor successfully managed costs within the agreed-upon price. However, without post-award cost data or change order history, a definitive assessment of effectiveness is limited.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Construction › Nonresidential Building Construction › Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIES › CONSTRUCT NONBUILDING FACILITIES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 6

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 2700 LAGOON PARK DR, MONTGOMERY, AL, 02

Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $21,193,017

Exercised Options: $21,193,017

Current Obligation: $21,193,017

Contract Characteristics

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: W9127807D0036

IDV Type: IDC

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