GSA Awards $28.5M Design/Build for Donna, TX Port of Entry to Brasfield & Gorrie
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $28,467,311 ($28.5M)
Contractor: Brasfield & Gorrie LLC
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2008-07-30
End Date: 2011-11-15
Contract Duration: 1,203 days
Daily Burn Rate: $23.7K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: DESIGN/BUILD OF NEW LAND PORT OF ENTRY, DONNA, TX.
Place of Performance
Location: DONNA, HIDALGO County, TEXAS, 78537
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $28.5 million to BRASFIELD & GORRIE LLC for work described as: DESIGN/BUILD OF NEW LAND PORT OF ENTRY, DONNA, TX. Key points: 1. The contract was awarded as a competitive delivery order, indicating a degree of market competition. 2. The project involves construction of a new land port of entry, a critical infrastructure asset. 3. The firm fixed price contract type aims to control costs, but potential risks exist in design/build projects. 4. The sector is Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, with a PSC code of 236220.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The award amount of $28.5 million for a new land port of entry seems reasonable for a design/build project of this scale. Benchmarking against similar infrastructure projects would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
The contract was a 'Competitive Delivery Order,' suggesting competition existed within a broader contract vehicle. The specific competition method and its impact on price discovery are not detailed.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of competitive processes, even within a delivery order, aims to secure fair pricing for taxpayers. The final cost reflects the negotiated price for this significant infrastructure investment.
Public Impact
Enhances border security and facilitates trade through improved infrastructure. Supports economic activity by modernizing a key point of entry. Creates construction jobs and stimulates local economic development in Texas.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns in design/build projects if scope is not well-defined.
- Reliance on a single contractor for both design and construction can concentrate risk.
Positive Signals
- Firm fixed price contract helps manage budget certainty.
- Competitive award process suggests potential for good value.
Sector Analysis
This project falls within the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Spending in this sector is often driven by government infrastructure needs and economic development initiatives. Benchmarks for similar port of entry constructions would be relevant.
Small Business Impact
Analysis of small business participation is not available from the provided data. Further investigation would be needed to determine if small businesses were involved as subcontractors or prime contractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The General Services Administration (GSA) is responsible for overseeing federal building projects. Oversight would focus on project execution, adherence to design specifications, and budget management to ensure accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Public Buildings Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Design-build integration risks
- Potential for scope creep
- Contractor performance risk
- Cost escalation in construction
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, general-services-administration, tx, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $28.5 million to BRASFIELD & GORRIE LLC. DESIGN/BUILD OF NEW LAND PORT OF ENTRY, DONNA, TX.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BRASFIELD & GORRIE LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Public Buildings Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $28.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-07-30. End: 2011-11-15.
What was the specific competitive process used for this delivery order, and how did it ensure optimal value?
The data states it was a 'Competitive Delivery Order.' This typically means multiple contractors holding a base contract were solicited for proposals. The specific evaluation criteria and scoring would determine how optimal value was ensured, but this level of detail is not provided.
Are there any identified risks associated with the design-build approach for this specific port of entry project?
Design-build projects inherently carry risks related to integrating design and construction phases. Potential risks include scope creep, coordination challenges between designers and builders, and ensuring the final design meets all operational requirements for a port of entry.
How does the final cost compare to similar land port of entry construction projects in terms of cost per square foot or per lane?
Without specific data on the size, features, and complexity of this port of entry, or comparable project data, a direct cost comparison is difficult. A detailed cost-benefit analysis or benchmarking study would be required to assess its cost-effectiveness relative to similar projects.
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: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: GS-07P-08-UK-C-0071
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 729 30TH STREET SOUTH, BIRMINGHAM, AL, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $28,467,311
Exercised Options: $28,467,311
Current Obligation: $28,467,311
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS07P03HHD0158
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-07-30
Current End Date: 2011-11-15
Potential End Date: 2011-11-15 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2011-09-27
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