GSA Awards $113M Contract for Buffalo Courthouse Construction Documents to Mascaro Construction Co. LP
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $113,055,737 ($113.1M)
Contractor: Mascaro Construction CO LP
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2005-05-20
End Date: 2018-12-31
Contract Duration: 4,973 days
Daily Burn Rate: $22.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: CONSTRUCTABILITY REVIEW OF CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS FOR BUFFALO COURTHOUSE
Place of Performance
Location: BUFFALO, ERIE County, NEW YORK, 14201
State: New York Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $113.1 million to MASCARO CONSTRUCTION CO LP for work described as: CONSTRUCTABILITY REVIEW OF CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS FOR BUFFALO COURTHOUSE Key points: 1. Contract value of $113 million for construction documents. 2. Mascaro Construction Co. LP is the sole awardee. 3. Potential risks include scope creep and schedule delays. 4. Spending falls within the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $113 million for construction documents appears high for a review phase. Benchmarking against similar large-scale federal construction document reviews is necessary to assess pricing reasonableness.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the specific pricing discovery mechanisms and their effectiveness are not detailed.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being utilized for the construction document review phase, with the ultimate impact on project cost and efficiency yet to be determined.
Public Impact
Public access to the Buffalo Courthouse will be facilitated by these construction documents. The project aims to improve federal infrastructure and services in New York. Completion of the documents is crucial for the subsequent construction phase.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- High contract value for document review.
- Lack of detailed pricing justification.
- Potential for schedule overruns.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Clear project objective for infrastructure improvement.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Federal spending in this sector often involves large, complex projects with significant budgetary implications.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small businesses were not directly involved in this specific contract award. Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities exist.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight of this contract will be managed by the General Services Administration (GSA), Public Buildings Service. Accountability for timely and accurate document delivery is expected.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Public Buildings Service Programs
Risk Flags
- High contract value for document review.
- Extended contract duration.
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown.
- Potential for scope creep.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, general-services-administration, ny, dca, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $113.1 million to MASCARO CONSTRUCTION CO LP. CONSTRUCTABILITY REVIEW OF CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS FOR BUFFALO COURTHOUSE
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MASCARO CONSTRUCTION CO LP.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Public Buildings Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $113.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2005-05-20. End: 2018-12-31.
What is the typical cost range for constructability reviews of construction documents for federal courthouses of similar size and complexity?
The typical cost range for constructability reviews of construction documents for federal courthouses can vary significantly based on project size, complexity, and the specific scope of the review. For projects in the $100M+ range, review costs might typically range from 1-5% of the total construction cost, but this is a broad estimate. Detailed benchmarking against comparable federal projects is essential for a precise assessment.
What are the primary risks associated with a $113 million contract for construction documents, and how are they being mitigated?
Primary risks include potential delays in document finalization, cost overruns if the scope expands, and issues with the quality of the documents impacting subsequent construction. Mitigation strategies likely involve robust project management, clear performance metrics, and defined change order processes. The contract's duration (2018 end date) suggests potential for schedule slippage if not actively managed.
How does the full and open competition process for this contract ensure value for taxpayers?
Full and open competition theoretically ensures value by allowing multiple qualified contractors to bid, driving down prices through market forces. This process aims to identify the most cost-effective solution. However, the effectiveness depends on the clarity of the solicitation, the evaluation criteria, and the actual number and competitiveness of the bids received.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Nonresidential Building Construction › Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, ALTER REAL PROPERTY › MAINT, ALTER, REPAIR BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: GS-02P-03-DTC-0010
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1720 METROPOLITAN ST, PITTSBURGH, PA, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $113,055,737
Exercised Options: $113,055,737
Current Obligation: $113,055,737
Timeline
Start Date: 2005-05-20
Current End Date: 2018-12-31
Potential End Date: 2018-12-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2013-10-21
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