GSA Awards $65,930 Contract for McCormack Building Design to Goody, Clancy & Associates
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $13,478,750 ($13.5M)
Contractor: Goody, Clancy & Associates, Inc.
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2005-04-04
End Date: 2020-09-30
Contract Duration: 5,658 days
Daily Burn Rate: $2.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: RELEASE GOODY, CLANCY ASSOCIATES AS OF NOVEMBER 17, 2003 TO RESTART DESIGN OF CONCEPT #4 ON THE JOHN W. MCCORMACK POCH, FOR A TOTAL FEE OF $65,930.00.
Place of Performance
Location: BOSTON, SUFFOLK County, MASSACHUSETTS, 02109
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $13.5 million to GOODY, CLANCY & ASSOCIATES, INC. for work described as: RELEASE GOODY, CLANCY ASSOCIATES AS OF NOVEMBER 17, 2003 TO RESTART DESIGN OF CONCEPT #4 ON THE JOHN W. MCCORMACK POCH, FOR A TOTAL FEE OF $65,930.00. Key points: 1. Contract awarded for architectural services related to the John W. McCormack Post Office and Courthouse. 2. The contract has a fixed price of $65,930.00. 3. The award was made under full and open competition. 4. The contract duration is 5658 days, ending in September 2020.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $65,930 for architectural design services appears reasonable for a specific concept phase. Benchmarking against similar GSA contracts for architectural services would provide a clearer assessment of value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better pricing for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The relatively small contract value suggests a minimal direct taxpayer impact, primarily focused on the cost of architectural design for a specific government building.
Public Impact
Public access to the McCormack Building may be impacted by the design and subsequent renovation phases. The project involves federal property managed by the General Services Administration (GSA). The contract duration extends over many years, indicating a long-term project timeline.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Long contract duration may indicate potential for scope creep or delays.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes it difficult to assess effectiveness.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Fixed-price contract helps control costs.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Architectural Services sector, specifically for public buildings. Spending in this sector is driven by infrastructure needs and federal property management.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in this specific contract award or as subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The General Services Administration (GSA) is responsible for overseeing federal building projects. Oversight would involve monitoring the design process and ensuring adherence to contract terms.
Related Government Programs
- Architectural Services
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Public Buildings Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Long contract duration (ending 2020) with a 2003 award date.
- Design restart suggests potential issues with initial concept.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- No information on small business participation.
Tags
architectural-services, general-services-administration, ma, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $13.5 million to GOODY, CLANCY & ASSOCIATES, INC.. RELEASE GOODY, CLANCY ASSOCIATES AS OF NOVEMBER 17, 2003 TO RESTART DESIGN OF CONCEPT #4 ON THE JOHN W. MCCORMACK POCH, FOR A TOTAL FEE OF $65,930.00.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GOODY, CLANCY & ASSOCIATES, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Public Buildings Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $13.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2005-04-04. End: 2020-09-30.
What is the total estimated cost for the entire John W. McCormack Post Office and Courthouse renovation project, and how does this $65,930 design contract fit into that larger budget?
The provided data only details the contract for restarting the design of Concept #4. Information on the total estimated cost for the entire renovation project is not available. This $65,930 contract represents an initial investment in the design phase, and its proportion to the overall project budget would depend on the scale and complexity of the full renovation.
What specific architectural challenges or requirements led to restarting the design of Concept #4, and what are the potential risks associated with this design change?
The data does not specify the reasons for restarting the design of Concept #4. Potential risks associated with design changes include increased costs, schedule delays, and the possibility that the revised design may not fully address the underlying issues that necessitated the restart. Further documentation would be needed to assess these risks.
How will the effectiveness of Goody, Clancy & Associates' design services be measured, and what are the key performance indicators for this contract?
The provided contract details do not specify key performance indicators (KPIs) or metrics for measuring the effectiveness of the architectural design services. Effectiveness would likely be assessed based on the successful completion of design milestones, adherence to the fixed-price budget, and the final design's suitability for the project's requirements.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services › Architectural Services
Product/Service Code: ARCHITECT/ENGINEER SERVICES › ARCH-ENG SVCS - GENERAL
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Contractor Details
Address: 334 BOYLSTON ST STE 300, BOSTON
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $19,813,234
Exercised Options: $19,813,234
Current Obligation: $13,478,750
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Timeline
Start Date: 2005-04-04
Current End Date: 2020-09-30
Potential End Date: 2020-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2020-09-22
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