DOJ's FBI North Site Campus Construction Contract Awarded to OSC Technical Solutions for $29.1M
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $29,087,171 ($29.1M)
Contractor: OSC Technical Solutions, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Justice
Start Date: 2017-06-01
End Date: 2021-03-31
Contract Duration: 1,399 days
Daily Burn Rate: $20.8K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF DEVELOPMENT OF FBI NORTH SITE CAMPUS
Place of Performance
Location: KNOXVILLE, KNOX County, TENNESSEE, 37931
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Justice obligated $29.1 million to OSC TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS, LLC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF DEVELOPMENT OF FBI NORTH SITE CAMPUS Key points: 1. Contract awarded to OSC Technical Solutions, LLC for $29.1 million. 2. The contract falls under Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction (NAICS 237310). 3. This was a sole-source award, raising questions about price discovery. 4. The project duration was 1399 days, ending in March 2021.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value of $29.1 million for a 1399-day construction project needs comparison to similar FBI or GSA campus construction projects. Without benchmarks, assessing value is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs for taxpayers compared to a competitive process.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition may have resulted in a higher price than if multiple firms had bid on the project, impacting taxpayer funds.
Public Impact
Construction of a significant FBI facility in Tennessee. Potential for increased local economic activity during construction. Taxpayer funds allocated for critical law enforcement infrastructure.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition and price discovery.
- Lack of clear justification for sole-source award.
- Contract duration is lengthy, increasing risk of cost overruns.
Positive Signals
- Awarded to a specific firm for a critical infrastructure project.
- Project completed within the specified timeframe.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the construction sector, specifically highway, street, and bridge construction. Federal spending in this sector can vary significantly based on infrastructure needs and agency priorities.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved as subcontractors or partners in this contract. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants further oversight to ensure the price was fair and reasonable and that competition was appropriately considered.
Related Government Programs
- Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
- Department of Justice Contracting
- Federal Bureau of Investigation Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award
- Lack of competition
- Potential for inflated pricing
- Limited transparency on justification
Tags
highway-street-and-bridge-construction, department-of-justice, tn, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Justice awarded $29.1 million to OSC TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS, LLC. IGF::OT::IGF DEVELOPMENT OF FBI NORTH SITE CAMPUS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is OSC TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Justice (Federal Bureau of Investigation).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $29.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2017-06-01. End: 2021-03-31.
What was the justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis instead of through full and open competition?
The provided data does not specify the justification for the sole-source award. Typically, sole-source contracts are used when only one responsible source can provide the required supplies or services. This could be due to unique capabilities, urgent needs, or specific government requirements that only one contractor can meet. Without this information, it's impossible to fully assess the necessity of bypassing competition.
How does the final contract price compare to the initial estimated cost or benchmark pricing for similar construction projects?
The data shows an award amount of $29.1 million. However, it does not provide an initial estimated cost or any benchmark pricing for comparable projects. To assess value for money, a comparison with industry standards, historical data for similar FBI facilities, or other government construction projects of similar scope and complexity would be necessary.
What measures were in place to ensure cost control and prevent overruns during the 1399-day construction period?
The contract type is 'FIRM FIXED PRICE,' which generally shifts cost overrun risk to the contractor. However, the effectiveness of cost control also depends on contract administration, oversight, and the contractor's management practices. The data doesn't detail specific oversight mechanisms or performance metrics used to ensure cost efficiency throughout the project's duration.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction › Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIES › CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Cook Inlet Region Inc
Address: 320 N CEDAR BLUFF RD STE 220, KNOXVILLE, TN, 37923
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, DoT Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $29,087,171
Exercised Options: $29,087,171
Current Obligation: $29,087,171
Actual Outlays: $1,021,419
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2017-06-01
Current End Date: 2021-03-31
Potential End Date: 2021-03-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2023-01-27
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