Coast Guard Renovates Chase Hall Barracks for $19M, Awarded via Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $19,006,963 ($19.0M)
Contractor: Ttec-Tesoro Joint Venture
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2011-11-02
End Date: 2013-10-18
Contract Duration: 716 days
Daily Burn Rate: $26.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: CHASE HALL BARRACKS RENOVATIONS, U. S. COAST GUARD ACADEMY, NEW LONDON, CT
Place of Performance
Location: NEW LONDON, NEW LONDON County, CONNECTICUT, 06320
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $19.0 million to TTEC-TESORO JOINT VENTURE for work described as: CHASE HALL BARRACKS RENOVATIONS, U. S. COAST GUARD ACADEMY, NEW LONDON, CT Key points: 1. Spending of $19M on barracks renovation is significant for a single project. 2. Competition was full and open, suggesting potential for good pricing. 3. Risk appears moderate, given the fixed-price contract and construction nature. 4. Sector is commercial building construction, a common area for federal spending.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The $19M cost for renovating barracks is within a reasonable range for a project of this scope. Benchmarking against similar large-scale institutional building renovations would provide further context.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, which typically fosters competitive pricing. The delivery order structure suggests it was part of a larger indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract.
Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition generally leads to better value for taxpayers by ensuring the government receives the most advantageous offers.
Public Impact
Renovations will improve living conditions for U.S. Coast Guard Academy cadets. Project completion impacts training capacity and readiness at the academy. Investment in infrastructure supports the long-term operational capabilities of the Coast Guard.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Project duration exceeded initial estimates.
- No small business participation noted.
Positive Signals
- Awarded via full and open competition.
- Firm fixed price contract limits cost overrun risk.
Sector Analysis
This project falls under commercial and institutional building construction. Federal spending in this sector is substantial, covering a wide range of infrastructure needs from barracks to research facilities.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates no small business participation in this contract. This is a missed opportunity to support small businesses, especially in the construction sector where they often play a significant role.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is responsible for overseeing this renovation. Standard procurement and construction oversight processes should be in place.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- U.S. Coast Guard Programs
Risk Flags
- No small business participation.
- Project duration was substantial (716 days).
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown makes value assessment difficult.
- Potential for scope creep in long-duration construction projects.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-homeland-security, ct, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $19.0 million to TTEC-TESORO JOINT VENTURE. CHASE HALL BARRACKS RENOVATIONS, U. S. COAST GUARD ACADEMY, NEW LONDON, CT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is TTEC-TESORO JOINT VENTURE.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (U.S. Coast Guard).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $19.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-11-02. End: 2013-10-18.
What was the original estimated cost, and how did the final award price compare?
The provided data shows the award amount at $19,006,963. Without the original estimate, it's difficult to assess if the final price was significantly higher or lower. However, the fact that it was awarded under full and open competition suggests the price was deemed competitive at the time of award.
Were there any significant delays or cost overruns during the project's execution?
The project duration was 716 days, which is approximately two years. While the contract was firm fixed price, the duration itself might indicate potential challenges or scope adjustments. Further investigation into project milestones and any change orders would clarify if there were significant delays or cost impacts beyond the initial award.
How does the per-square-foot cost of this renovation compare to similar projects?
The data does not include square footage, making a direct per-square-foot cost comparison impossible. To assess value, one would need to obtain project blueprints or architectural details to calculate the area and then benchmark against similar government or private sector barracks renovations.
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: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 302 RESEARCH DR #200, NORCROSS, GA, 30092
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $19,006,963
Exercised Options: $19,006,963
Current Obligation: $19,006,963
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HSCG4709D3EFK22
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-11-02
Current End Date: 2013-10-18
Potential End Date: 2016-12-13 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2016-12-13
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