DOD Awards $54.7M to Bristol Construction for Rail Line Repair, Facing Limited Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $54,757,772 ($54.8M)
Contractor: Bristol Construction Services, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2008-09-24
End Date: 2014-02-20
Contract Duration: 1,975 days
Daily Burn Rate: $27.7K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: REPAIR RAIL LINE AT MOTSU
Place of Performance
Location: SOUTHPORT, BRUNSWICK County, NORTH CAROLINA, 28461
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $54.8 million to BRISTOL CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, LLC for work described as: REPAIR RAIL LINE AT MOTSU Key points: 1. Significant contract value of $54.7 million for industrial building construction. 2. Limited competition raises questions about price discovery and potential overspending. 3. Long contract duration (1975 days) may indicate complex or ongoing needs. 4. The contract falls under the Industrial Building Construction sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value is substantial. Without a benchmark for similar rail line repair projects, it's difficult to definitively assess if the $54.7 million is competitive. The lack of available competition data makes a precise pricing assessment challenging.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was not available for competition, indicating a limited or sole-source procurement. This significantly restricts price discovery and may lead to higher costs for taxpayers compared to a fully competitive process.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition suggests that taxpayers may not have received the best possible price for this rail line repair service.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may have overpaid due to the absence of competitive bidding. The long-term nature of the contract could impact future infrastructure budgets. Dependence on a single contractor for critical infrastructure maintenance poses a risk.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition
- Lack of price benchmark
- Long contract duration
Positive Signals
- Definitive contract awarded
- Specific sector focus
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Industrial Building Construction, a sector that can involve significant infrastructure projects. Benchmarks for rail line repair are highly project-specific, making broad comparisons difficult without more detail on the scope of work.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was awarded to Bristol Construction Services, LLC. There is no information provided regarding small business participation or subcontracting opportunities within this contract.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded in 2008 and completed in 2014. Oversight effectiveness would depend on the Department of the Army's contract management practices during that period, particularly given the limited competition.
Related Government Programs
- Industrial Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition
- Lack of transparency in justification for limited competition
- Potential for cost overruns due to lack of competitive pressure
- Long contract duration may indicate inefficiencies or scope creep
Tags
industrial-building-construction, department-of-defense, nc, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $54.8 million to BRISTOL CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, LLC. REPAIR RAIL LINE AT MOTSU
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BRISTOL CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, 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 $54.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-09-24. End: 2014-02-20.
What was the justification for awarding this contract on a limited competition basis?
The justification for limited competition is not provided in the data. Typically, such awards occur when only one source can meet the requirement, or in situations of urgent need. Further investigation into the contract file would be necessary to understand the specific rationale behind this procurement approach.
How does the final cost compare to the initial estimated cost or budget?
The provided data shows an award amount of $54,757,771.93. However, there is no information on the initial estimated cost or budget for this project. Without this baseline, it's impossible to determine if the final cost represents an overage or was within expectations.
Were there any performance issues or disputes during the contract's execution?
The data does not contain information regarding performance issues or disputes during the execution of this contract. The contract was awarded in 2008 and completed in 2014, suggesting a multi-year project. A review of contract performance reports or official records would be needed to ascertain any such issues.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Construction › Nonresidential Building Construction › Industrial Building Construction
Product/Service Code: CONSTRUCT OF STRUCTURES/FACILITIES › CONSTRUCT NONBUILDING FACILITIES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Bristol BAY Native Corporation (UEI: 060036357)
Address: 111 W 16 AVE 3RD FL, ANCHORAGE, AK, 99501
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $54,757,772
Exercised Options: $54,757,772
Current Obligation: $54,757,772
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-09-24
Current End Date: 2014-02-20
Potential End Date: 2014-02-20 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2020-09-28
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