DoD Awards $117M Firm Fixed Price Contract for COF Facility (BSB) to Alutiiq International Solutions
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $117,131,799 ($117.1M)
Contractor: Alutiiq International Solutions, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2007-09-30
End Date: 2009-05-02
Contract Duration: 580 days
Daily Burn Rate: $202.0K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: CONSTRUCTION OF "COF FACILITY (BSB)"
Place of Performance
Location: FORT LEWIS, PIERCE County, WASHINGTON, 98433
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $117.1 million to ALUTIIQ INTERNATIONAL SOLUTIONS, LLC for work described as: CONSTRUCTION OF "COF FACILITY (BSB)" Key points: 1. Contract awarded for construction of a facility in Washington. 2. The contract was not available for competition. 3. The total award value is over $117 million. 4. The contractor is Alutiiq International Solutions, LLC. 5. The project duration was 580 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value of $117 million for a facility construction project is substantial. Without comparable contract data or a clear benchmark, assessing the pricing's reasonableness is difficult. The lack of competition further complicates value assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was not available for competition, indicating a limited source selection process. This likely impacted price discovery, as competitive bidding was absent, potentially leading to a higher price than if multiple firms had competed.
Taxpayer Impact: The significant award value suggests a considerable impact on taxpayer funds, especially given the lack of competitive pricing.
Public Impact
Taxpayers funded a large construction project without competitive bidding. The facility's purpose and long-term utility are not detailed, impacting public understanding of the investment. The lack of small business participation is noted, potentially limiting broader economic benefits.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of competition
- No small business participation
- Limited transparency on pricing benchmarks
Positive Signals
- Project completed
- Firm fixed price contract limits cost overrun risk for the government
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. Federal spending in this sector can vary significantly based on infrastructure needs and defense installations. Benchmarks are difficult without specific project scope details.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small businesses were not involved in this contract, as the 'sb' field is false. This represents a missed opportunity for small business participation and economic development.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense. Oversight would typically involve project management and quality assurance to ensure the facility was built to specifications.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition
- No small business participation
- High contract value
- Lack of detailed justification for limited competition
- No information on cost comparison or benchmarks
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, wa, dca, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $117.1 million to ALUTIIQ INTERNATIONAL SOLUTIONS, LLC. CONSTRUCTION OF "COF FACILITY (BSB)"
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ALUTIIQ INTERNATIONAL SOLUTIONS, 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 $117.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-09-30. End: 2009-05-02.
What was the specific justification for limiting competition on this $117 million construction project?
The provided data states the contract was 'NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION,' but does not specify the reason. Justifications for limited competition often include urgent needs, unique capabilities of a single source, or specific government property requirements. Without this detail, it's impossible to assess if the limitation was appropriate or if it potentially inflated costs.
How does the final cost of $117 million compare to industry benchmarks for similar facility construction projects of this scale?
Benchmarking this $117 million contract is challenging without detailed project specifications (e.g., square footage, materials, complexity, location-specific labor costs). Construction costs vary widely. A firm fixed price contract offers cost certainty to the government, but the initial price's reasonableness hinges on thorough pre-award cost analysis and market research, which are not detailed here.
What is the current operational status and utilization of the 'COF FACILITY (BSB)' constructed under this contract?
The provided data confirms the construction contract was awarded and completed between 2007 and 2009. However, it does not offer any information regarding the facility's current operational status, its utilization by the Department of Defense, or its effectiveness in meeting the intended mission requirements. This information is crucial for assessing the long-term value of the investment.
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: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: W912DW07R0034
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Afognak Native Corp (UEI: 052089695)
Address: 3909 ARCTIC BLVD. SUITE 400, ANCHORAGE, AK, 00
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $117,131,799
Exercised Options: $117,131,799
Current Obligation: $117,131,799
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-09-30
Current End Date: 2009-05-02
Potential End Date: 2009-05-02 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2011-03-19
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