Army Corps of Engineers awards $74.7M dredging contract to Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $74,684,164 ($74.7M)
Contractor: Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CO, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2004-07-30
End Date: 2008-11-30
Contract Duration: 1,584 days
Daily Burn Rate: $47.1K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: 200411!001285!96CE!W912HN!USA ENGINEER DIST SAVANNAH !W912HN04C0034 !A!N! !N! ! !20040730!20060731!006930358!006930358!362899130!N!GREAT LAKES DREDGE &DOCK COMPA!2122 YORK ROAD !OAK BROOK !IL!60523!11560!127!13!BRUNSWICK !GLYNN !GEORGIA !+000002300000!N!N!000065154464!Y216!DREDGING, EXCL. DUSTPAN AND SEA-GOING HOPPERS !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !000 !* !237990!A!B!3! ! ! ! ! !99990909!B! ! !A! !A!N!J!2!003!A! !D!N!Z! ! !N!C!N! ! ! !A!A!A!A!000!A!C!Y! !N! ! ! ! !0001! !
Place of Performance
Location: BRUNSWICK, GLYNN County, GEORGIA, 31520
State: Georgia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $74.7 million to GREAT LAKES DREDGE & DOCK CO, LLC for work described as: 200411!001285!96CE!W912HN!USA ENGINEER DIST SAVANNAH !W912HN04C0034 !A!N! !N! ! !20040730!20060731!006930358!006930358!362899130!N!GREAT LAKES DREDGE &DOCK COMPA!2122 YORK ROAD !OAK BROOK !IL!60523!11560!127!13!BRUNSWICK !GLYN… Key points: 1. The contract is for dredging services, excluding specific hopper types. 2. Awarded to Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company, LLC. 3. The contract has a duration of 1584 days. 4. The total value of the contract is $74,684,164.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $74.7 million for dredging services appears reasonable given the scope and duration. Benchmarking against similar large-scale civil engineering construction projects 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, suggesting a competitive bidding process. This method is generally expected to yield fair market prices.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for necessary infrastructure projects.
Public Impact
Supports critical infrastructure maintenance and navigation in the Brunswick, Georgia area. Ensures continued economic activity reliant on navigable waterways. Provides employment opportunities within the construction and maritime sectors.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract duration is lengthy (over 4 years).
- No specific small business set-aside noted.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Awarded to a known entity in the dredging industry.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction sector, specifically dredging. Spending in this sector is often tied to infrastructure development, maintenance, and national security needs.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses had opportunities to participate as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the USA Engineer District Savannah, part of the Department of the Army. Oversight would typically involve project management and quality assurance by the contracting agency.
Related Government Programs
- Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Long contract duration.
- Exclusion of specific dredging equipment types.
- No explicit small business participation noted.
- Potential for environmental impact.
Tags
other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-constr, department-of-defense, ga, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $74.7 million to GREAT LAKES DREDGE & DOCK CO, LLC. 200411!001285!96CE!W912HN!USA ENGINEER DIST SAVANNAH !W912HN04C0034 !A!N! !N! ! !20040730!20060731!006930358!006930358!362899130!N!GREAT LAKES DREDGE &DOCK COMPA!2122 YORK ROAD !OAK BROOK !IL!60523!11560!127!13!BRUNSWICK !GLYNN !GEORGIA !+000002300000!N!N!000065154464!Y216!DREDGING, EXCL. DUSTPAN AND SEA-GOING HOPPERS !C2 !CONSTRUCTION !000 !* !237990!A!B!3! ! ! ! ! !999
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is GREAT LAKES DREDGE & DOCK CO, 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 $74.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2004-07-30. End: 2008-11-30.
What specific dredging activities are included in this contract?
The contract specifies 'DREDGING, EXCL. DUSTPAN AND SEA-GOING HOPPERS'. This indicates general dredging operations but excludes the use of specific types of dredging equipment like dustpan dredges or sea-going hopper dredges, suggesting a focus on particular methods or vessel limitations.
What are the primary risks associated with this dredging contract?
Key risks include potential environmental impacts during dredging, unforeseen subsurface conditions affecting work progress and cost, weather-related delays, and the contractor's ability to meet stringent performance and schedule requirements. The long duration also increases exposure to market fluctuations.
How does this contract contribute to the effectiveness of the Brunswick port or waterways?
This contract is crucial for maintaining or improving the navigability of waterways leading to or within Brunswick, Georgia. Effective dredging ensures that vessels can operate safely and efficiently, supporting regional commerce, supply chain logistics, and potentially military access.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction › Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIES › CONSTRUCT NONBUILDING FACILITIES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE (J)
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation (UEI: 362899130)
Address: 2122 YORK ROAD, OAK BROOK, IL, 60523
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2004-07-30
Current End Date: 2008-11-30
Potential End Date: 2008-11-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-02-25
More Contracts from Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CO, LLC
- Post 45 Charleston Entrance Channel Maintenance and NEW Work Dredging — $304.5M (Department of Defense)
- FY 24 Unrestricted Procurement, Sabine-Neches Waterway Channel Improvement Project (snwwcip), TX Sabine Extension Channel to Sabine Pass Outer BAR, Jetty Channel, Sabine Pass, Hopper Dredging, in Jefferson County, Texas — $219.1M (Department of Defense)
- Miami HBR Phase 3 Construciton — $215.8M (Department of Defense)
- Jacksonville Harbor Construction Dredging Contract B Igf::ct::igf — $193.5M (Department of Defense)
- Unrestricted Procurement for Freeport Harbor Channel Improvement Project, Dredging Reaches 1, 2 and 4, in Brazoria County, Freeport, Texas. Hopper Dredging — $172.4M (Department of Defense)
View all Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CO, LLC federal contracts →
Other Department of Defense Contracts
- Federal Contract — $51.3B (Humana Government Business Inc)
- Lrip LOT 12 Advance Acquisition Contract — $35.1B (Lockheed Martin Corporation)
- SSN 802 and 803 Long Lead Time Material — $34.7B (Electric Boat Corporation)
- 200204!008532!1700!AF600 !naval AIR Systems Command !N0001902C3002 !A!N! !N! !20011026!20120430!008016958!008016958!834951691!n!lockheed Martin Corporation !lockheed Blvd !fort Worth !tx!76108!27000!439!48!fort Worth !tarrant !texas !+000026000000!n!n!018981928201!ac15!rdte/Aircraft-Eng/Manuf Develop !a1a!airframes and Spares !2ama!jast/Jsf !336411!E! !3! ! ! ! ! !99990909!B! ! !A! !a!n!r!2!002!n!1a!a!n!z! ! !N!C!N! ! ! !a!a!a!a!000!a!c!n! ! ! !Y! !N00019!0001! — $34.2B (Lockheed Martin Corporation)
- KC-X Modernization Program — $32.0B (THE Boeing Company)