Fort Leonard Wood Barracks Project Awarded to Hunt Building Company for $20M
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $20,036,548 ($20.0M)
Contractor: Hunt Building Company, Ltd
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2011-12-16
End Date: 2014-02-25
Contract Duration: 802 days
Daily Burn Rate: $25.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: PERMANENT PARTY BARRACKS, PHASE V, FORT LEONARD WOOD, MISOURI
Place of Performance
Location: FORT LEONARD WOOD, PULASKI County, MISSOURI, 65473, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
State: Missouri Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $20.0 million to HUNT BUILDING COMPANY, LTD for work described as: PERMANENT PARTY BARRACKS, PHASE V, FORT LEONARD WOOD, MISOURI Key points: 1. The project involves construction of permanent party barracks at Fort Leonard Wood. 2. Hunt Building Company, Ltd. was awarded the contract. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition. 4. The project duration was 802 days. 5. The total value of the contract was $20,036,548.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $20M for barracks construction appears reasonable given the project scope and duration. Benchmarking against similar large-scale construction projects would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. This method typically leads to competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently by fostering a competitive bidding environment.
Public Impact
Military personnel will benefit from improved housing facilities. The construction project supports the local economy through job creation. The project contributes to the modernization of military infrastructure.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- No small business participation noted.
- Contract awarded to a single entity, potential for future sole-source reliance.
Positive Signals
- Project completed within the specified duration.
- Firm fixed price contract provides cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
This project falls within the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Spending in this sector for the Department of Defense is substantial, supporting infrastructure development and readiness.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates no specific small business participation in this contract. Future contracts could explore opportunities to engage small businesses to foster economic growth and diversity.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense, which has established oversight mechanisms for major construction projects.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of small business participation.
- Potential for single contractor dependency.
- Limited detail on specific project scope.
- No information on cost variance or change orders.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, mo, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $20.0 million to HUNT BUILDING COMPANY, LTD. PERMANENT PARTY BARRACKS, PHASE V, FORT LEONARD WOOD, MISOURI
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is HUNT BUILDING COMPANY, LTD.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $20.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-12-16. End: 2014-02-25.
What was the specific scope of work for the barracks construction?
The provided data does not detail the specific scope of work beyond 'PERMANENT PARTY BARRACKS, PHASE V'. A comprehensive understanding would require reviewing the contract's statement of work, which would outline the number of buildings, capacity, amenities, and specific construction standards required for the barracks.
Were there any cost overruns or change orders during the contract period?
The data indicates a firm fixed price contract, which generally aims to limit cost overruns. However, without access to contract performance reports or modification history, it's impossible to definitively state whether any change orders or unforeseen costs occurred during the 802-day duration.
How does the final cost compare to initial estimates for this phase of barracks construction?
The provided data does not include initial cost estimates. To assess the value effectively, a comparison between the awarded contract price of $20,036,548 and the government's independent government cost estimate (IGCE) or pre-negotiation objectives would be necessary.
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: TWO STEP
Solicitation ID: W912DQ11R4006
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Hunt Companies, Inc. (UEI: 136115255)
Address: 4401 N MESA ST STE 201, EL PASO, TX, 79902
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $20,036,548
Exercised Options: $20,036,548
Current Obligation: $20,036,548
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-12-16
Current End Date: 2014-02-25
Potential End Date: 2014-02-25 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2015-07-17
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