GSA Awards $66.8M for CDER 2 Office Building Construction in Silver Spring, MD
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $66,796,282 ($66.8M)
Contractor: Clark Construction Group LLC
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2005-09-07
End Date: 2010-03-15
Contract Duration: 1,650 days
Daily Burn Rate: $40.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: NEW CONSTRUCTION OF CDER 2 OFFICE BUILDING AT WHITE OAK, SILVER SPRING, MD
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20407
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $66.8 million to CLARK CONSTRUCTION GROUP LLC for work described as: NEW CONSTRUCTION OF CDER 2 OFFICE BUILDING AT WHITE OAK, SILVER SPRING, MD Key points: 1. Construction project awarded to Clark Construction Group LLC. 2. Full and open competition was utilized for this contract. 3. The contract value is $66.8 million. 4. Project duration was 1650 days. 5. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 236220.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $66.8 million appears reasonable for a large-scale commercial building construction project of this size and duration. Benchmarking against similar federal building projects would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a robust price discovery process. This method generally leads to more competitive pricing by allowing all eligible contractors to bid.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were utilized through a competitive bidding process, aiming for value for money in the construction of a federal office building.
Public Impact
Provides new office space for the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER). Supports federal agency operations and employee needs. Contributes to the local economy through construction jobs and related services. The building is located in White Oak, Silver Spring, MD.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns in large construction projects.
- Delays in construction timelines can impact agency operations.
- Ensuring long-term building maintenance and operational costs.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Clear project scope and fixed-price contract type.
- Experienced contractor selected.
Sector Analysis
This project falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Federal spending in this sector often involves large, complex projects with significant taxpayer investment. Benchmarks vary widely based on project type, size, and location.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to Clark Construction Group LLC, a large business. There is no indication of specific small business subcontracting goals or achievements in the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The General Services Administration (GSA) is responsible for managing federal building construction and real estate. Oversight would involve monitoring project progress, budget adherence, and quality control throughout the construction lifecycle.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Public Buildings Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for scope creep and change orders.
- Construction project risks (weather, material availability, labor).
- Long-term operational and maintenance costs.
- Ensuring building meets all federal accessibility and security standards.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, general-services-administration, dc, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $66.8 million to CLARK CONSTRUCTION GROUP LLC. NEW CONSTRUCTION OF CDER 2 OFFICE BUILDING AT WHITE OAK, SILVER SPRING, MD
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CLARK CONSTRUCTION GROUP LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Public Buildings Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $66.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2005-09-07. End: 2010-03-15.
What was the final cost compared to the initial bid or estimated cost?
The provided data shows the awarded amount of $66.8 million. Without access to the initial bid submissions or cost estimates, it's impossible to determine if the final award represented an increase or decrease. Further analysis of contract modifications and change orders would be necessary to assess cost variances.
Were there any significant delays or cost overruns during the project's execution?
The contract duration was 1650 days (approximately 4.5 years). While this is a substantial period, it's difficult to ascertain if this represented delays without knowing the original planned completion date or if the duration reflects phased construction. A review of contract modifications and performance reports would be needed to identify any cost overruns.
How does the cost per square foot compare to similar federal building construction projects?
The data does not include the square footage of the building, making a cost-per-square-foot analysis impossible. To assess value, this metric would need to be calculated and compared against industry benchmarks for federal construction projects of similar scope and location.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Nonresidential Building Construction › Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIES › CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Clark Enterprises, Inc. (UEI: 064862345)
Address: 7500 OLD GEORGETOWN RD, BETHESDA, MD, 08
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $72,575,282
Exercised Options: $66,796,282
Current Obligation: $66,796,282
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2005-09-07
Current End Date: 2010-03-15
Potential End Date: 2010-03-15 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2009-10-29
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