DoD Awards $46.5M for Malmstrom AFB Family Housing, Completed in 2011
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $46,501,788 ($46.5M)
Contractor: Garco Construction, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2008-08-06
End Date: 2011-11-29
Contract Duration: 1,210 days
Daily Burn Rate: $38.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: REPLACE FAMILY HOUSING, PHASE 7C, (PEACEKEEPER PARK), MALMSTROM, AFB, MONTANA
Place of Performance
Location: MALMSTROM AFB, CASCADE County, MONTANA, 59402
State: Montana Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $46.5 million to GARCO CONSTRUCTION, INC. for work described as: REPLACE FAMILY HOUSING, PHASE 7C, (PEACEKEEPER PARK), MALMSTROM, AFB, MONTANA Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Garco Construction, Inc. for new single-family housing. 2. Project involved construction of family housing units at Malmstrom Air Force Base. 3. The contract was a firm-fixed-price definitive contract. 4. Completion date was November 29, 2011.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The award amount of $46.5 million for new single-family housing construction is a significant investment. Benchmarking against similar military housing projects would be necessary to fully assess value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better pricing for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used for the construction of military family housing, aiming to provide adequate living quarters for service members and their families.
Public Impact
Provides housing for military families at Malmstrom AFB. Supports construction industry jobs and local economy in Montana. Represents federal investment in military infrastructure.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown for unit pricing.
- No clear indication of post-award performance metrics.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Firm-fixed-price contract provides cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the construction sector, specifically new single-family housing. Federal spending in this area supports infrastructure development and can be influenced by economic conditions and military base needs.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that neither small business set-aside nor subcontracting goals were explicitly met or required for this contract. Further investigation would be needed to determine if small businesses participated in the supply chain.
Oversight & Accountability
The definitive contract structure implies a degree of oversight during its execution. However, the limited data provided does not offer insights into specific oversight mechanisms or accountability measures employed.
Related Government Programs
- New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders)
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown.
- No information on post-award performance.
- Unit count not specified for per-unit cost analysis.
- Limited insight into specific oversight activities.
Tags
new-single-family-housing-construction-e, department-of-defense, mt, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $46.5 million to GARCO CONSTRUCTION, INC.. REPLACE FAMILY HOUSING, PHASE 7C, (PEACEKEEPER PARK), MALMSTROM, AFB, MONTANA
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GARCO CONSTRUCTION, 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 $46.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-08-06. End: 2011-11-29.
What was the average cost per housing unit, and how does it compare to industry benchmarks for similar construction projects?
The total contract value was $46,501,788 for an unspecified number of housing units. Without the unit count, a per-unit cost cannot be calculated. If we assume, for example, 100 units, the cost would be approximately $465,017 per unit. This figure would need to be compared against contemporary benchmarks for military family housing construction, considering factors like location, materials, and amenities, to assess its competitiveness.
Were there any significant cost overruns or delays during the contract period, and what were the reasons?
The contract duration was 1210 days, spanning from August 6, 2008, to November 29, 2011. The provided data does not detail any cost overruns or delays. A thorough review of contract performance reports and modification history would be necessary to identify any such issues and understand their root causes.
How effectively did the full and open competition process ensure the best value for taxpayers in this housing project?
Full and open competition is designed to foster a competitive environment, theoretically leading to better pricing and value. However, 'best value' is subjective and depends on factors beyond just the initial bid price, including quality, performance, and lifecycle costs. Without post-award performance data or a comparison of bids received, it's difficult to definitively state how effectively this process secured the best value for taxpayers in this specific instance.
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
Solicitation ID: W912DW08R0041
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 4114 E BROADWAY AVE, SPOKANE, WA, 99202
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $46,581,788
Exercised Options: $46,501,788
Current Obligation: $46,501,788
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-08-06
Current End Date: 2011-11-29
Potential End Date: 2011-11-29 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2023-06-01
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