4.2.  MACCs - WHAT ARE THEY?

4.2.1.  MACCs are indefinite delivery-indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts whose requirements are competed among a pool of multiple awardees based on work defined in individual task orders.

4.2.2.  Work may consist of multiple disciplines in general construction categories. It may involve design services for all aspects of general building construction including construction, modifications and renovations of existing facilities.

4.2.3.  MACCs guarantee each awardee a minimum amount of work, usually expressed as a dollar amount. Rather than stating a minimum amount for all contracts equally, a design-build seed project may be awarded to the offeror representing the best value to the government.

4.2.4.  MACCs may augment or replace SABER contracts, depending on specific base requirements and the contracting environment. Typically, SABER is well suited to smaller, less complex projects with MACCs picking up larger, more complex projects. The following matrix identifies and compares the primary features of each contract tool that should be carefully considered during the acquisition planning phase: