State Department's $12.4M Security Wall Project Awarded to FRAMACO-EPIK-METIS JV
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $12,411,887 ($12.4M)
Contractor: Framaco- Epik- Metis F E M, JV
Awarding Agency: Department of State
Start Date: 2007-09-25
End Date: 2012-04-30
Contract Duration: 1,679 days
Daily Burn Rate: $7.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: DESIGN/BUILD SECURITY WALL.
Plain-Language Summary
Department of State obligated $12.4 million to FRAMACO- EPIK- METIS F E M, JV for work described as: DESIGN/BUILD SECURITY WALL. Key points: 1. The project involved the design and build of a security wall. 2. Competition was full and open, indicating a competitive bidding process. 3. The contract was awarded by the Department of State. 4. The contract duration was 1679 days, spanning nearly 4.6 years.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $12.4 million over nearly 5 years suggests a moderate annual spend. Without specific unit costs or comparable projects, a precise pricing assessment is difficult, but the duration implies significant scope.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting multiple bidders participated. This method generally promotes price discovery and competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is generally favorable for taxpayers as it aims to secure the best value through market forces.
Public Impact
Construction of critical security infrastructure for government facilities. Potential impact on local communities during the extended construction period. Long-term security enhancement for the awarded agency.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 74 / 10
Warning Flags
- Long contract duration (nearly 5 years) may indicate potential for scope creep or cost overruns.
- Lack of specific performance metrics or outcomes makes it hard to assess effectiveness.
- The 'design/build' nature could lead to integration challenges if not managed well.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition suggests a robust bidding process.
- Firm fixed price contract provides cost certainty for the government.
- Awarded by a major federal agency (Department of State).
Sector Analysis
This project falls under Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. Federal spending in this sector can vary widely based on infrastructure needs, security requirements, and agency priorities. Benchmarks are difficult without specific project details.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to a joint venture (FRAMACO- EPIK- METIS F E M, JV). It is unclear from the data if small businesses were subcontracted or involved in the joint venture.
Oversight & Accountability
The Department of State is responsible for overseeing this contract. Standard federal procurement oversight processes would apply, including monitoring performance and payments.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of State Contracting
- Department of State Programs
Risk Flags
- Long contract duration increases risk of cost escalation and scope creep.
- Limited information on specific performance metrics makes effectiveness assessment difficult.
- Potential for integration issues in design/build projects if not managed meticulously.
- No clear indication of small business participation.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-state, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of State awarded $12.4 million to FRAMACO- EPIK- METIS F E M, JV. DESIGN/BUILD SECURITY WALL.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is FRAMACO- EPIK- METIS F E M, JV.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of State (Department of State).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $12.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-09-25. End: 2012-04-30.
What specific security threats or requirements necessitated the design and build of this wall?
The data does not specify the exact security threats or requirements. However, given the awarding agency is the Department of State, the wall likely addresses physical security concerns at a federal facility, potentially related to diplomatic missions or sensitive government operations, aiming to prevent unauthorized access or attacks.
How did the firm fixed price contract impact the final cost given the nearly 5-year duration?
A firm fixed price contract aims to provide cost certainty. However, over a long duration like 1679 days, unforeseen economic fluctuations (inflation, material costs) or changes in scope could still pose risks. The government's ability to manage change orders and the contractor's efficiency would be key to realizing the intended cost benefits.
What was the overall effectiveness of the security wall in enhancing the Department of State's security posture?
The provided data does not include information on the project's effectiveness or post-construction security assessments. Evaluating effectiveness would require post-award performance reviews, security incident reports, and potentially independent assessments of the physical security improvements achieved by the wall.
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
Solicitation ID: SAQMMA07R0037
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 800 WESTCHESTER, STE S-430, PORT CHESTER, NY, 16
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $12,411,887
Exercised Options: $12,411,887
Current Obligation: $12,411,887
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-09-25
Current End Date: 2012-04-30
Potential End Date: 2012-04-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2013-10-23
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