Nellis AFB Aircraft Operations Facility Contract Awarded for $25M in FY07
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $24,966,024 ($25.0M)
Contractor: Straub Construction, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2007-07-23
End Date: 2010-12-30
Contract Duration: 1,256 days
Daily Burn Rate: $19.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: FY07 BRAC AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS FACILITY (AMU HANGAR AND SQUADRON OPERATIONS), NELLIS AFB, CLARK COUNTY, NV. CAR NO. 07-0763
Place of Performance
Location: NELLIS AFB, CLARK County, NEVADA, 89191
State: Nevada Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $25.0 million to STRAUB CONSTRUCTION, INC. for work described as: FY07 BRAC AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS FACILITY (AMU HANGAR AND SQUADRON OPERATIONS), NELLIS AFB, CLARK COUNTY, NV. CAR NO. 07-0763 Key points: 1. The contract was awarded to Straub Construction, Inc. for $24.97M. 2. This project falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. 3. The award was made under full and open competition. 4. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price, indicating price certainty.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $24.97M for a 1256-day duration appears reasonable for a large aircraft operations facility. Benchmarking against similar DoD construction projects would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. This method typically leads to competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Competitive bidding under full and open competition aims to secure the best value for taxpayers.
Public Impact
Supports military readiness by providing essential aircraft operations infrastructure at Nellis AFB. The construction project created jobs in Clark County, Nevada. Enhances operational capabilities for the Air Force units stationed at the base.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Firm fixed price contract
Sector Analysis
This contract is within the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector, which is a significant area of federal spending. Benchmarks for similar military construction projects would be relevant for a detailed analysis.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this specific award (sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if subcontracting opportunities were pursued.
Oversight & Accountability
Standard DoD oversight processes would apply to this construction contract. Monitoring progress, quality, and adherence to specifications is crucial for successful project completion.
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 small business subcontracting
- Absence of performance metrics or quality reports
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, nv, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $25.0 million to STRAUB CONSTRUCTION, INC.. FY07 BRAC AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS FACILITY (AMU HANGAR AND SQUADRON OPERATIONS), NELLIS AFB, CLARK COUNTY, NV. CAR NO. 07-0763
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is STRAUB 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 $25.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-07-23. End: 2010-12-30.
What was the final cost compared to the initial bid or estimate?
The provided data shows the award amount ($24.97M) but does not include initial bid or estimate figures. A comparison would require access to pre-award documentation to assess cost efficiency and potential overruns or savings during the bidding process.
Were there any significant delays or cost overruns during the contract performance period?
The contract duration was 1256 days, with an award date of July 23, 2007, and an end date of December 30, 2010. This indicates a performance period of approximately 3.5 years. Without specific project reports, it's difficult to ascertain if there were significant delays or cost overruns beyond the initial contract value.
How does the cost per square foot compare to industry benchmarks for similar facilities?
The data does not include the facility's square footage, making a per-square-foot cost analysis impossible. To assess value, this metric would need to be obtained and compared against industry standards for military aircraft hangars and operations facilities.
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: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: W912PL07R0010
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 5256 S MISSION RD STE 310, BONSALL, CA, 92003
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $24,966,024
Exercised Options: $24,966,024
Current Obligation: $24,966,024
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-07-23
Current End Date: 2010-12-30
Potential End Date: 2010-12-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-03-28
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