550-21-109: Repair B104 Sanitary Sewer 3

Only one company submitted a bid. Reduced competition may indicate barriers to entry, poor solicitation visibility, or pre-determined outcomes.

Construction contract in a cold-climate state awarded during winter months (Dec-Feb). Outdoor construction during winter faces weather limitations.

Awards in this procurement context show high vendor concentration (elevated HHI). A small number of contractors receive a disproportionate share of awards, which may indicate limited market engagement or barriers to entry.

This solicitation received significantly fewer bidders than the historical average for this agency and NAICS code. Sudden drops in competition may indicate restrictive specs.

This agency's spending on this type of work increased significantly vs prior years. Rapid spending increases often outpace oversight capacity.