GSA Awards $13.5M for DHA Medical Coding Training to SAIC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $13,483,813 ($13.5M)
Contractor: Science Applications International Corporation
Awarding Agency: General Services Administration
Start Date: 2023-04-24
End Date: 2026-04-23
Contract Duration: 1,095 days
Daily Burn Rate: $12.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: DHA MEDICAL CODING TRAINING REMOTE CODERS PM SUPPORT
Place of Performance
Location: SAN ANTONIO, BEXAR County, TEXAS, 78226
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
General Services Administration obligated $13.5 million to SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION for work described as: DHA MEDICAL CODING TRAINING REMOTE CODERS PM SUPPORT Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC). 2. Focuses on remote medical coding training and PM support for DHA. 3. Competition method was full and open, suggesting market availability. 4. Sector is administrative management and general management consulting services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $13.5M over three years appears reasonable for specialized training services. Benchmarking against similar large-scale training contracts is needed for a definitive assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The use of full and open competition indicates that multiple vendors could bid, promoting price discovery. The award was a delivery order under an existing contract.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award is positive for taxpayer value, ensuring a market-driven price for these essential training services.
Public Impact
Ensures skilled medical coders for the Defense Health Agency (DHA). Supports efficient healthcare operations through accurate coding. Remote training enhances accessibility and potentially reduces logistical costs.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for cost overruns in time and materials contracts.
- Reliance on a single vendor for critical training needs.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Supports critical healthcare functions for military personnel.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under administrative management and general management consulting services, a broad category. Benchmarks for similar training and support services are essential for evaluating cost-effectiveness.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses, suggesting large business participation. Further analysis is needed to determine if small businesses were involved as subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
As a delivery order under an existing GSA schedule, oversight may be integrated into the broader contract management. Specific oversight for this order should be detailed in the contract documentation.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- General Services Administration Contracting
- Federal Acquisition Service Programs
Risk Flags
- Time and Materials pricing structure.
- Lack of specific performance metrics in summary data.
- Potential for vendor lock-in.
- No indication of small business participation.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, general-services-administration, tx, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
General Services Administration awarded $13.5 million to SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION. DHA MEDICAL CODING TRAINING REMOTE CODERS PM SUPPORT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: General Services Administration (Federal Acquisition Service).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $13.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2023-04-24. End: 2026-04-23.
What is the specific breakdown of costs for training versus project management support?
The provided data does not detail the cost allocation between training and project management support. A thorough review of the contract's line-item details and performance work statement would be necessary to ascertain this breakdown and assess the value for each component.
Are there performance metrics in place to ensure the quality and effectiveness of the remote coders trained?
The contract details do not explicitly state performance metrics for the trained coders. However, standard government contracting practices typically include quality assurance surveillance plans (QASPs) or performance standards within the contract to monitor the effectiveness of training and the subsequent performance of the coders.
What is the potential impact of vendor lock-in if SAIC becomes the sole provider for this specialized training?
Vendor lock-in could limit future competition and potentially lead to price increases if the DHA requires these services long-term. The government should consider periodic re-competition or exploring alternative training methods to mitigate this risk and ensure continued market competitiveness.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: MEDICAL SERVICES › CERTIFIED MEDICAL SUPPORT
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 47QFWA23R0001
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 12010, SUNSET HILLS ROAD, RESTON, VA, 20190
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $18,299,971
Exercised Options: $14,463,859
Current Obligation: $13,483,813
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS00F002CA
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2023-04-24
Current End Date: 2026-04-23
Potential End Date: 2028-04-23 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-06
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