DHS Awards $32.5M for Plum Island Facility Upgrades to Whiting-Turner
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $32,463,251 ($32.5M)
Contractor: Whiting-Turner Contracting Company, the
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2007-09-24
End Date: 2011-12-23
Contract Duration: 1,551 days
Daily Burn Rate: $20.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: CONSTRUCTION OF INTEGRATED FACILITIES IMPROVEMENTS, PLUM ISLAND ANIMAL DISEASE CENTER (PIADC), PLUM ISLAND, NEW YORK
Place of Performance
Location: ORIENT, SUFFOLK County, NEW YORK, 11957
State: New York Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $32.5 million to WHITING-TURNER CONTRACTING COMPANY, THE for work described as: CONSTRUCTION OF INTEGRATED FACILITIES IMPROVEMENTS, PLUM ISLAND ANIMAL DISEASE CENTER (PIADC), PLUM ISLAND, NEW YORK Key points: 1. The contract value of $32.5M is significant for a single construction project. 2. Whiting-Turner Contracting Company secured the award, indicating potential market concentration. 3. The project involves construction, a sector with inherent risks like cost overruns and delays. 4. The Federal Law Enforcement Training Center is the primary agency, suggesting a focus on security infrastructure.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $32.5M for integrated facility improvements appears reasonable for a project of this scale and complexity. Benchmarking against similar large-scale government construction projects would provide a more definitive assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The award was made under full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing. The selection of Whiting-Turner Contracting Company suggests they offered the best value among competing bids.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were utilized through a competitive process, aiming for cost-effectiveness in upgrading critical federal facilities.
Public Impact
Upgrades to the Plum Island Animal Disease Center enhance national biosecurity capabilities. The project supports federal law enforcement training infrastructure. Construction activities may have localized economic impacts in New York.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Project duration of 1551 days (over 4 years) indicates potential for schedule slippage.
- Lack of small business participation noted.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Firm Fixed Price contract type helps control costs.
Sector Analysis
This project falls under commercial and institutional building construction. Government construction spending can be influenced by infrastructure needs, economic stimulus, and national security priorities. Benchmarks for similar large-scale federal construction projects are essential for evaluation.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small businesses were not directly involved in this prime contract award. Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities were made available to small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically be managed by the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center to ensure project completion according to specifications and budget. Contract performance reports and site inspections are key oversight mechanisms.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Federal Law Enforcement Training Center Programs
Risk Flags
- Long project duration (1551 days).
- No reported small business participation.
- Potential for cost overruns in large construction projects.
- Complexity of construction at a specialized research facility.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-homeland-security, ny, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $32.5 million to WHITING-TURNER CONTRACTING COMPANY, THE. CONSTRUCTION OF INTEGRATED FACILITIES IMPROVEMENTS, PLUM ISLAND ANIMAL DISEASE CENTER (PIADC), PLUM ISLAND, NEW YORK
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is WHITING-TURNER CONTRACTING COMPANY, THE.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Federal Law Enforcement Training Center).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $32.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-09-24. End: 2011-12-23.
What was the specific scope of 'integrated facilities improvements' and how did it align with PIADC's mission?
The 'integrated facilities improvements' likely encompassed upgrades to laboratories, containment systems, utilities, and administrative areas to enhance the Plum Island Animal Disease Center's biosecurity, research capabilities, and operational efficiency. This alignment is crucial for maintaining national and international animal disease surveillance and response readiness.
What were the primary risks associated with a 4-year construction project at a sensitive research facility like PIADC?
Key risks include potential delays due to unforeseen site conditions, environmental regulations, or specialized construction requirements for a biosecurity facility. Maintaining operational continuity of the existing facility during construction also presents significant logistical and safety challenges, potentially impacting project timelines and costs.
How effectively did the full and open competition process ensure value for money given the project's complexity?
The full and open competition process is designed to maximize value by soliciting bids from all qualified contractors. The effectiveness in ensuring value for money depends on the clarity of the solicitation, the rigor of the evaluation criteria, and the competitiveness of the bids received. Whiting-Turner's selection suggests they met these criteria.
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: LGL07R00003
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 300 E JOPPA RD STE 800, BALTIMORE, MD, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $32,463,251
Exercised Options: $32,463,251
Current Obligation: $32,463,251
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-09-24
Current End Date: 2011-12-23
Potential End Date: 2011-12-23 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2011-11-29
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