DoD Army Awards $105.6M for New Housing Construction to Integrated Construction Enterprises Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $10,561,560 ($10.6M)
Contractor: Integrated Construction Enterprises Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2006-06-26
End Date: 2007-01-30
Contract Duration: 218 days
Daily Burn Rate: $48.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Place of Performance
Location: WEST POINT, ORANGE County, NEW YORK, 10996
State: New York Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $10.6 million to INTEGRATED CONSTRUCTION ENTERPRISES INC for work described as: Key points: 1. Significant contract value for single-family housing construction. 2. Full and open competition indicates a potentially competitive bidding process. 3. Contract duration of 218 days suggests a focused project timeline. 4. The award is for new construction, not maintenance or renovation.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $105.6 million for new single-family housing construction is substantial. Benchmarking against similar large-scale construction projects would be necessary to assess if this price is competitive.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting multiple bidders likely participated. This method generally promotes price discovery and competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for significant infrastructure development in housing.
Public Impact
Provides new housing units, potentially impacting military personnel and their families. Supports the construction industry and associated labor markets. Represents a substantial investment in military base infrastructure.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific per-unit cost data makes value assessment difficult.
- Contract duration may be tight for a project of this scale.
- No indication of small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Addresses a clear need for housing infrastructure.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the construction sector, specifically new single-family housing. Large government construction contracts can vary widely in cost-effectiveness depending on project scope, location, and market conditions.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to small businesses (sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business subcontracting opportunities were pursued.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would focus on project execution, adherence to construction standards, and timely completion within the awarded budget. The Department of the Army is responsible for ensuring accountability.
Related Government Programs
- New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders)
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns impacting contractor profitability.
- Risk of schedule delays due to project complexity.
- Lack of transparency on per-unit cost benchmarks.
- No explicit small business participation noted.
Tags
new-single-family-housing-construction-e, department-of-defense, ny, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $10.6 million to INTEGRATED CONSTRUCTION ENTERPRISES INC. See the official description on USAspending.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is INTEGRATED CONSTRUCTION ENTERPRISES INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $10.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-06-26. End: 2007-01-30.
What is the average cost per housing unit for this contract, and how does it compare to similar projects?
The provided data does not include the number of housing units or a breakdown of costs, making it impossible to calculate a per-unit cost. A detailed cost analysis would require additional information on the project's scope and deliverables to compare against industry benchmarks for military housing construction.
What are the specific risks associated with the firm fixed price contract type for this large construction project?
A firm fixed price contract shifts most of the risk to the contractor. For a large construction project, risks include potential cost overruns due to unforeseen site conditions, material price fluctuations, or labor shortages, which the contractor must absorb. This could lead to quality compromises if the contractor struggles to meet costs.
How effectively does this contract address the Department of the Army's housing needs, considering the duration and competition method?
The contract's effectiveness hinges on the timely delivery of quality housing units within budget. Full and open competition suggests a potentially competitive price, but the 218-day duration for a $105.6 million project might be ambitious, posing a risk to timely completion and potentially impacting the overall effectiveness of meeting housing needs.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Residential Building Construction › New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders)
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
Address: 259 STEPHENS ST, BELLEVILLE, NJ, 11
Business Categories: Category Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-06-26
Current End Date: 2007-01-30
Potential End Date: 2007-01-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2012-01-11
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