HHS awarded $11.7M for Other Social Services to Education Development Center, Inc. over 6 years
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $11,657,119 ($11.7M)
Contractor: Education Development Center, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2003-09-30
End Date: 2009-09-30
Contract Duration: 2,192 days
Daily Burn Rate: $5.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: OTHER SOCIAL SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: NEWTON, MIDDLESEX County, MASSACHUSETTS, 02458
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $11.7 million to EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC. for work described as: OTHER SOCIAL SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single, established organization. 2. Long duration suggests a need for sustained services. 3. Cost-plus fixed fee contract type can incentivize spending. 4. No explicit small business participation noted.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract utilized a Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) structure, which can lead to higher costs if not managed carefully. The benchmark for similar services is difficult to ascertain without more specific details on the scope of 'Other Social Services'.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. However, the long duration and specific nature of the services may have limited the number of actual bidders.
Taxpayer Impact: The CPFF structure and long contract term present a risk of cost overruns, potentially impacting taxpayer value if not rigorously overseen.
Public Impact
Long-term funding for social services can provide stability for beneficiaries. The specific nature of 'Other Social Services' is broad, making public impact difficult to assess without further detail. The duration of the contract (6 years) suggests a significant, ongoing need for these services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost-plus fixed fee contract type
- Long contract duration
- Broad service category
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition
Sector Analysis
The 'Other Social Services' category is broad and can encompass a wide range of support programs. Benchmarking spending in this area is challenging due to its diverse nature and the lack of specific service details.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small businesses were not explicitly involved in this contract, as 'ss' and 'sb' are false. This suggests that the prime contractor did not subcontract to small businesses for this award.
Oversight & Accountability
The long-term nature of the contract and the CPFF structure necessitate robust oversight from the Department of Health and Human Services to ensure cost control and effective service delivery.
Related Government Programs
- Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to CPFF structure
- Lack of specific service details hinders value assessment
- Limited visibility into small business participation
- Broad service category makes benchmarking difficult
Tags
other-scientific-and-technical-consultin, department-of-health-and-human-services, ma, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $11.7 million to EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC.. OTHER SOCIAL SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Health and Human Services (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $11.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2003-09-30. End: 2009-09-30.
What specific 'Other Social Services' were provided under this contract, and how do they align with SAMHSA's mission?
The provided data lacks specificity regarding the exact services rendered. To assess value, a detailed breakdown of deliverables and their alignment with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) strategic goals is required. Understanding the specific outcomes achieved would be crucial for a comprehensive value assessment.
What were the key factors that led to a 6-year contract duration and a Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure for these services?
A 6-year duration often indicates a need for long-term, stable service provision, potentially related to ongoing public health initiatives or research. The CPFF structure might have been chosen if the scope of work was anticipated to evolve or if precise cost estimation was difficult at the outset, though it carries inherent risks of cost escalation.
How effectively did the full and open competition process identify the most capable and cost-efficient provider for these specialized services?
While 'full and open competition' suggests a broad solicitation, the ultimate effectiveness hinges on the evaluation criteria and the number of responsive bids received. Without knowing the number of bidders and the evaluation process, it's difficult to definitively assess if the chosen provider was the most cost-efficient. The long-term nature and specific service area might have naturally limited the pool of qualified bidders.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SOCIAL SERVICES › SOCIAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 55 CHAPEL ST, NEWTON, MA, 04
Business Categories: Category Business, Nonprofit Organization, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $9,747,130
Exercised Options: $11,391,673
Current Obligation: $11,657,119
Timeline
Start Date: 2003-09-30
Current End Date: 2009-09-30
Potential End Date: 2009-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2009-09-12
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