DoD Awards $26.7M for Miscellaneous Building Construction to Mascaro Construction Company
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $26,769,374 ($26.8M)
Contractor: Mascaro Construction CO LP
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2006-02-22
End Date: 2009-08-29
Contract Duration: 1,284 days
Daily Burn Rate: $20.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: 200605!604871!2100!W912DR!USA ENGINEER DIST BALTIMORE !W912DR06C0001 !A!N! !N! ! !20060222!20080901!088165972!088165972!088165972!N!MASCARO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, !1720 METROPOLITAN ST !PITTSBURGH !PA!15233!30325!021!24!FREDERICK !FREDERICK !MARYLAND !+000026448000!N!N!000026448000!Y199!OTHER MISCELLANEOUS BUILDINGS !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !000 !NOT DISCERNABLE !236220!E! !3! ! ! ! ! !99990909!B! ! !A! !A!U!J!2!004!B! !D!W!A! ! !N!C!N! ! ! !Z!Z!A!A!000!A!C!Y! !N! ! ! ! !0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: FREDERICK, FREDERICK County, MARYLAND, 21702
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $26.8 million to MASCARO CONSTRUCTION CO LP for work described as: 200605!604871!2100!W912DR!USA ENGINEER DIST BALTIMORE !W912DR06C0001 !A!N! !N! ! !20060222!20080901!088165972!088165972!088165972!N!MASCARO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, !1720 METROPOLITAN ST !PITTSBURGH !PA!15233!30325!021!24!FREDERICK !FRED… Key points: 1. Contract awarded for miscellaneous building construction. 2. Mascaro Construction Company is the prime contractor. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition. 4. The sector is Construction, specifically Commercial and Institutional Building Construction.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value is $26,769,374. Without specific benchmarks for 'OTHER MISCELLANEOUS BUILDINGS', a direct per-unit cost comparison is difficult. However, the total value suggests a significant project.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better pricing for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award suggests taxpayers likely benefited from a fair market price for the construction services.
Public Impact
Supports infrastructure development within the Department of Defense. Provides construction services that may impact local economies where the building is located. The contract's duration of over 3 years suggests a substantial construction project.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific details on the 'miscellaneous buildings' scope.
- Potential for cost overruns in large construction projects.
- Contract duration may extend beyond initial estimates.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Contractor has a history of large-scale projects.
- Clear start and end dates provided.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Construction sector, specifically Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on government infrastructure needs and economic conditions.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was awarded to Mascaro Construction Co LP, which is not identified as a small business. There is no information on subcontracting opportunities for small businesses within this award.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, part of the Department of Defense. Standard government oversight processes for construction contracts would apply, including progress monitoring and quality assurance.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Contract duration is lengthy (1284 days).
- Scope is broadly defined as 'miscellaneous buildings'.
- No small business participation explicitly mentioned.
- Potential for cost escalation in construction projects.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, md, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $26.8 million to MASCARO CONSTRUCTION CO LP. 200605!604871!2100!W912DR!USA ENGINEER DIST BALTIMORE !W912DR06C0001 !A!N! !N! ! !20060222!20080901!088165972!088165972!088165972!N!MASCARO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, !1720 METROPOLITAN ST !PITTSBURGH !PA!15233!30325!021!24!FREDERICK !FREDERICK !MARYLAND !+000026448000!N!N!000026448000!Y199!OTHER MISCELLANEOUS BUILDINGS !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !000 !NOT DISCERNABLE !236220!E! !3! ! ! ! ! !999
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MASCARO CONSTRUCTION CO LP.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $26.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-02-22. End: 2009-08-29.
What specific types of 'miscellaneous buildings' were constructed under this contract?
The provided data classifies the work under 'OTHER MISCELLANEOUS BUILDINGS' (PSC C2) and 'Commercial and Institutional Building Construction' (NAICS 236220). However, it does not detail the specific nature or purpose of these buildings. Further investigation into contract line items or project descriptions would be needed to ascertain the exact scope of work.
What were the key factors that led to the selection of Mascaro Construction Company?
As the contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION', the selection of Mascaro Construction Company was likely based on a combination of factors including their bid price, technical qualifications, past performance, and adherence to solicitation requirements. The specific evaluation criteria would have been detailed in the original solicitation document.
Are there any performance metrics or quality assurance measures documented for this contract?
The data provided does not explicitly detail performance metrics or quality assurance measures. However, for a Department of Defense construction contract of this magnitude and duration, it is standard practice to have stringent oversight, including regular inspections, progress reports, and quality control procedures managed by the contracting officer's representative.
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
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1720 METROPOLITAN ST, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15233
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NOT OBTAINED - WAIVED
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-02-22
Current End Date: 2009-08-29
Potential End Date: 2009-08-29 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-03-28
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