DoD Awards $33.7M Design-Build Contract for AFRC to Neumann Brothers, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $33,748,829 ($33.7M)
Contractor: Neumann Brothers, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2006-09-12
End Date: 2008-10-01
Contract Duration: 750 days
Daily Burn Rate: $45.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: DESIGN-BUILD AFRC
Place of Performance
Location: JOHNSTON, POLK County, IOWA, 50131
State: Iowa Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $33.7 million to NEUMANN BROTHERS, INC. for work described as: DESIGN-BUILD AFRC Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Neumann Brothers, Inc. for $33.7 million. 2. The contract falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. 3. Full and open competition was utilized for this procurement. 4. The project duration is 750 days, with an award date of 2006-09-12.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $33.7 million appears reasonable for a design-build project of this nature. Benchmarking against similar large-scale construction contracts would provide a more definitive assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Full and open competition was employed, suggesting a robust process for price discovery and contractor selection. This method generally leads to competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently by fostering a competitive bidding environment.
Public Impact
Construction projects of this magnitude can impact local economies through job creation and material sourcing. The successful completion of the AFRC facility will support military readiness and operational capabilities. Transparency in the bidding process ensures public trust in government spending.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized
- Clear project scope (Design-Build)
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the broad Construction sector, specifically Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. Spending in this sector is cyclical and influenced by infrastructure needs and defense facility upgrades.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a specific set-aside or requirement for this contract, as 'sb' is false. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were involved as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The award process, utilizing full and open competition, suggests a degree of oversight. However, ongoing monitoring of project execution and cost control is crucial for accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed cost breakdown
- No information on project performance metrics
- Potential for scope creep in design-build contracts
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, ia, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $33.7 million to NEUMANN BROTHERS, INC.. DESIGN-BUILD AFRC
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is NEUMANN BROTHERS, 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 $33.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-09-12. End: 2008-10-01.
What was the final cost compared to the initial bid proposals?
The provided data does not include details on the initial bid proposals or the number of bids received. To assess value, a comparison of the awarded contract price against the range of submitted bids would be necessary. This would reveal the effectiveness of the competition in driving down costs.
Were there any significant cost overruns or delays during the project execution?
The data indicates the contract was awarded in 2006 with an end date in 2008. Without post-award performance reports, it's impossible to determine if there were cost overruns or delays. Monitoring project milestones and final expenditures is key to assessing risk and effectiveness.
How does the per-square-foot cost compare to similar military construction projects?
The data does not provide the square footage of the facility, making a per-square-foot cost comparison impossible. To evaluate effectiveness, this metric would need to be calculated and benchmarked against similar design-build projects within the Department of Defense or other federal agencies.
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: TWO STEP
Solicitation ID: W912LP06R0010
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1435 OHIO STREET, DES MOINES, IA, 03
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $33,748,829
Exercised Options: $33,748,829
Current Obligation: $33,748,829
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-09-12
Current End Date: 2008-10-01
Potential End Date: 2008-10-01 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2009-04-03
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