DOJ FBI awards $23M Madison Dormitory Renovation to Grunley Construction
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $22,999,913 ($23.0M)
Contractor: Grunley Construction CO., Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Justice
Start Date: 2011-09-22
End Date: 2013-08-13
Contract Duration: 691 days
Daily Burn Rate: $33.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: BLDG 8 MADISON DORMITORY RENOVATION
Place of Performance
Location: QUANTICO, STAFFORD County, VIRGINIA, 22135
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Justice obligated $23.0 million to GRUNLEY CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. for work described as: BLDG 8 MADISON DORMITORY RENOVATION Key points: 1. Contract awarded for dormitory renovation at FBI facilities. 2. Grunley Construction is the prime contractor. 3. Project duration was 691 days. 4. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price. 5. No small business participation noted.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $22.99M for a dormitory renovation appears within a reasonable range for a project of this scope and duration. However, without specific details on the renovation scope (e.g., square footage, level of modernization), a precise benchmark is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources,' suggesting a limited competition. This method may have restricted the pool of potential bidders, potentially impacting price discovery and overall value for money.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of limited competition could lead to higher costs for taxpayers compared to a truly open bidding process.
Public Impact
Impacts FBI personnel requiring dormitory facilities. Supports infrastructure maintenance and modernization for a federal agency. Potential disruption during renovation phases for occupants.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition may have reduced cost savings.
- No small business participation noted.
Positive Signals
- Project completed within the specified duration.
- Firm Fixed Price contract provides cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, a sector vital for maintaining federal infrastructure. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on agency needs and the age of facilities.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to a small business, and there is no indication of small business subcontracting. This represents a missed opportunity to support small business participation in federal contracting.
Oversight & Accountability
The award was made by the Department of Justice's Federal Bureau of Investigation. Oversight would focus on project execution, adherence to specifications, and financial management throughout the renovation period.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Justice Contracting
- Federal Bureau of Investigation Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition may have resulted in higher costs.
- Lack of small business participation.
- Potential for cost increases over a long project duration under FFP.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-justice, va, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Justice awarded $23.0 million to GRUNLEY CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.. BLDG 8 MADISON DORMITORY RENOVATION
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GRUNLEY CONSTRUCTION CO., INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Justice (Federal Bureau of Investigation).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $23.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-09-22. End: 2013-08-13.
What was the specific scope of the dormitory renovation, and how did it compare to similar projects in terms of cost per square foot?
The provided data lacks specific details on the renovation scope, such as the total square footage or the extent of upgrades (e.g., structural, cosmetic, systems). Without this information, a precise cost-per-square-foot comparison to similar dormitory renovation projects is not feasible. Benchmarking would require more granular project specifications.
What were the justifications for excluding other sources in the full and open competition?
The justification for 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources' is not detailed in the provided data. Typically, such exclusions are based on specific technical requirements, unique capabilities, or prior performance that only a limited number of contractors can meet. A thorough review would require access to the solicitation and award documents.
How effectively did the Firm Fixed Price contract manage cost overruns given the 691-day duration?
The Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract is designed to provide cost certainty by shifting risk to the contractor. Given the 691-day duration, the effectiveness of the FFP in managing costs would depend on the contractor's ability to anticipate and control expenses over this extended period. Without post-award cost data, it's difficult to definitively assess cost overrun management.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Nonresidential Building Construction › Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
Product/Service Code: ARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES › ARCH-ENG SVCS - GENERAL
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 15020 SHADY GROVE RD STE 500, ROCKVILLE, MD, 08
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $22,999,913
Exercised Options: $22,999,913
Current Obligation: $22,999,913
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: DJFJFBI09008
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-09-22
Current End Date: 2013-08-13
Potential End Date: 2013-08-13 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2011-09-23
More Contracts from Grunley Construction CO., Inc.
- Eeob Modernization, Phase III — $212.9M (General Services Administration)
- Design-Build of Historic Center Building, ST Elizabeths West Campus, SE, Wash., DC / Project Funded — $206.4M (General Services Administration)
- Contracting Officer Authority WAS Transferred to Bonnie Echoloes — $205.7M (General Services Administration)
- Phase II, State Place Modernization — $166.8M (General Services Administration)
- Design/Build-Briding Services for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Headquarters Renovation Project — $144.9M (General Services Administration)
Other Department of Justice Contracts
- Contractor Owned and Operated Existing Correctional Facility for Approximately 3,500 LOW Security Male Inmates — $794.5M (Cornell Companies, Inc.)
- Detention Services - SAN Diego — $776.9M (THE GEO Group, Inc.)
- CO: Telly Renfroe Award of NEW Task Order Base Year Initial Funding — $616.4M (AT&T Enterprises, LLC)
- TAS 151060 - Services for the Management and Operation of a Contractor-Owned, Contractor-Operated, Correctional Facility for 2,567 Beds in Adams County, Mississippi — $574.3M (Corecivic, Inc.)
- Provide Services for the Management and Operation of a Correctional Facility in Accordance With Rfp-Pcc-0014 — $568.9M (Cornell Companies, Inc.)