Air Force Medical Service IDIQ MATOC awarded to Walsh Construction for $28.6M, supporting Eglin AFB
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $28,577,879 ($28.6M)
Contractor: Walsh Construction Company II, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2017-08-21
End Date: 2022-09-16
Contract Duration: 1,852 days
Daily Burn Rate: $15.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF AIR FORCE MEDICAL SERVICE DESIGN-BUILD OUTFITTING IDIQ MATOC 4.0 FOR EGLIN AFB, FLORIDA. BASE BID: ALTERATION-BUILD (PF)
Place of Performance
Location: EGLIN AFB, OKALOOSA County, FLORIDA, 32542
State: Florida Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $28.6 million to WALSH CONSTRUCTION COMPANY II, LLC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF AIR FORCE MEDICAL SERVICE DESIGN-BUILD OUTFITTING IDIQ MATOC 4.0 FOR EGLIN AFB, FLORIDA. BASE BID: ALTERATION-BUILD (PF) Key points: 1. The contract is a Delivery Order under an IDIQ MATOC, indicating a framework for multiple future orders. 2. Walsh Construction Company II, LLC secured this contract, suggesting established capabilities in construction. 3. The project involves Alteration-Build (PF) for medical facilities, a specialized construction niche. 4. The contract duration of 1852 days (approx. 5 years) suggests a significant, long-term project.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The base bid of $28.6M for a 5-year IDIQ MATOC for medical facility outfitting appears reasonable given the scope. Benchmarking against similar large-scale construction contracts would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing. The IDIQ MATOC structure allows for multiple delivery orders, potentially leading to further price discovery over the contract's life.
Taxpayer Impact: Full and open competition is expected to yield fair market prices, maximizing taxpayer value for the construction services provided.
Public Impact
Enhances medical facilities at Eglin AFB, improving healthcare services for military personnel and their families. Supports construction jobs and economic activity in Florida through a significant federal contract. The long-term nature of the IDIQ MATOC suggests sustained investment in military healthcare infrastructure.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns on long-term construction projects.
- Scope creep in subsequent delivery orders could increase total contract value.
- Dependence on a single contractor for multiple future orders.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Long contract duration allows for consistent support.
- Focus on critical medical infrastructure.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Commercial and Institutional Building Construction, a sector vital for infrastructure development. The $28.6M award is substantial, indicating a significant project within this sector.
Small Business Impact
While the primary award went to Walsh Construction Company II, LLC, the IDIQ MATOC structure could potentially allow for subcontracting opportunities for small businesses on specific delivery orders, depending on the prime contractor's strategy.
Oversight & Accountability
The IDIQ MATOC structure requires careful oversight of each delivery order to ensure adherence to scope, budget, and schedule. The Department of the Army's role as the awarding agency suggests established oversight mechanisms are in place.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost escalation over the 5-year contract period.
- Risk of scope creep in future delivery orders.
- Dependence on a single prime contractor for multiple projects.
- Need for robust oversight of individual delivery orders.
- Potential for unforeseen construction challenges in medical facilities.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, fl, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $28.6 million to WALSH CONSTRUCTION COMPANY II, LLC. IGF::OT::IGF AIR FORCE MEDICAL SERVICE DESIGN-BUILD OUTFITTING IDIQ MATOC 4.0 FOR EGLIN AFB, FLORIDA. BASE BID: ALTERATION-BUILD (PF)
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is WALSH CONSTRUCTION COMPANY II, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $28.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2017-08-21. End: 2022-09-16.
What is the total value of all awarded delivery orders under this MATOC, and how does it compare to the initial base bid?
The provided data only includes the base bid amount. To assess the total value and compare it to the base bid, a review of all subsequent delivery orders issued against this MATOC would be necessary. This would reveal the actual spending and whether it aligns with initial projections or exceeds them.
What specific medical facility outfitting requirements are covered by this contract, and are there any unique technological or specialized construction needs?
The data specifies 'Alteration-Build (PF)' for medical facilities. Further details on the specific types of alterations, the scope of new construction, and any specialized requirements (e.g., medical gas systems, clean rooms, advanced imaging suites) would be needed to fully understand the project's complexity and associated risks.
How effectively has the full and open competition process resulted in competitive pricing across the various delivery orders issued to date?
While the initial award was under full and open competition, the effectiveness of price discovery for subsequent delivery orders depends on the specific bidding processes for each order. Analyzing the pricing of individual delivery orders against market rates and other bids would determine if competition remained robust throughout the MATOC's lifecycle.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Nonresidential Building Construction › Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
Product/Service Code: MAINT, REPAIR, ALTER REAL PROPERTY › MAINT, ALTER, REPAIR NONBUILDINGS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: W9127S16R6000
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Walsh Group Ltd., the
Address: 929 WEST ADAMS, CHICAGO, IL, 60607
Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $28,577,879
Exercised Options: $28,577,879
Current Obligation: $28,577,879
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: W9127S17D6002
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2017-08-21
Current End Date: 2022-09-16
Potential End Date: 2022-09-16 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2022-11-21
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