DoD's $41.1M Fort Knox Engineer Battalion Complex Contract Awarded to BL Harbert International
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $41,107,534 ($41.1M)
Contractor: BL Harbert International LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2012-06-29
End Date: 2014-04-21
Contract Duration: 661 days
Daily Burn Rate: $62.2K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 19
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Construction
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF D/B ENGINEER BATTALION COMPLEX - FT KNOX, KY
Place of Performance
Location: FORT KNOX, HARDIN County, KENTUCKY, 40121
State: Kentucky Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $41.1 million to BL HARBERT INTERNATIONAL LLC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF D/B ENGINEER BATTALION COMPLEX - FT KNOX, KY Key points: 1. The contract awarded to BL Harbert International LLC for $41.1 million covers the construction of an engineer battalion complex. 2. The project falls under the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector, with a significant value. 3. Awarded under full and open competition, the contract aimed for competitive pricing. 4. The duration of the contract was 661 days, indicating a substantial construction timeline. 5. The absence of small business participation is noted.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $41.1 million appears reasonable for a large-scale construction project of this nature. Benchmarking against similar military 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 process for soliciting bids and ensuring competitive pricing. This method typically leads to better price discovery for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is generally beneficial for taxpayers as it promotes efficiency and cost-effectiveness in government spending.
Public Impact
Construction of military facilities directly supports troop readiness and operational capabilities. The project's location in Kentucky may have local economic impacts through job creation and material sourcing. The scale of the project suggests a significant investment in infrastructure for the Department of the Army.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- No small business participation noted.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Clear project scope for a critical military facility.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Commercial and Institutional Building Construction sector. Spending in this sector for the Department of Defense is substantial, often driven by infrastructure upgrades and new facility requirements.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that no small business concerns were involved in this contract, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities were missed or if the project scope inherently excluded small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The award was made by the Department of the Army, a component of the Department of Defense. Standard oversight mechanisms for federal construction contracts would apply, including contract close-out procedures and potential audits.
Related Government Programs
- Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Department of the Army Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of small business participation.
- Contract duration of 661 days suggests a lengthy project timeline.
- No information on performance or disputes available in the provided data.
Tags
commercial-and-institutional-building-co, department-of-defense, ky, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $41.1 million to BL HARBERT INTERNATIONAL LLC. IGF::OT::IGF D/B ENGINEER BATTALION COMPLEX - FT KNOX, KY
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BL HARBERT INTERNATIONAL 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 $41.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2012-06-29. End: 2014-04-21.
What was the final cost compared to the initial bid or estimated cost?
The provided data shows the awarded amount of $41.1 million. Without access to the initial bid submissions or government cost estimates, it's impossible to determine the variance. A comparison would reveal the effectiveness of the competitive bidding process in securing favorable pricing relative to expectations.
Were there any performance issues or disputes during the contract execution?
The data does not provide details on contract performance, disputes, or contractor performance ratings. Such information would typically be found in contract management systems or agency performance reports. Assessing performance is crucial for understanding the overall success and value delivered by the contractor.
How does the cost per square foot compare to similar military construction projects?
To assess the cost-effectiveness, a per-square-foot analysis is necessary. This requires knowing the total square footage of the engineer battalion complex. Benchmarking this figure against similar DoD construction projects would indicate if the $41.1 million expenditure was competitive on a unit-cost basis.
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: W912QR12R0030
Offers Received: 19
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: B.L. Harbert Holdings, L.L.C. (UEI: 147371236)
Address: 820 SHADES CREEK, BIRMINGHAM, AL, 90
Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $41,107,534
Exercised Options: $41,107,534
Current Obligation: $41,107,534
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2012-06-29
Current End Date: 2014-04-21
Potential End Date: 2014-04-21 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2014-07-08
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