FEMA awards $45.5M for COVID-19 Emergency Management Support in New York
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $45,492,529 ($45.5M)
Contractor: American Medical Response, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2020-04-27
End Date: 2020-05-28
Contract Duration: 31 days
Daily Burn Rate: $1.5M/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Healthcare
Official Description: EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES IN SUPPORT OF COVID-19 EFFORTS IN NEW YORK
Place of Performance
Location: NEW YORK, NEW YORK County, NEW YORK, 10035
State: New York Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $45.5 million to AMERICAN MEDICAL RESPONSE, INC. for work described as: EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES IN SUPPORT OF COVID-19 EFFORTS IN NEW YORK Key points: 1. Significant federal investment for critical pandemic response. 2. Single awardee suggests potential for concentrated risk or specialized capability. 3. Short contract duration indicates urgent, time-sensitive need. 4. Focus on ambulance services highlights direct public health support.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The award of $45.5M for a 31-day period appears reasonable given the emergency nature of COVID-19 support. Benchmarking against similar emergency response contracts is difficult due to the unique circumstances, but the price reflects the scale and urgency.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which is a positive sign for price discovery. However, the rapid award and short duration may have limited the number of bidders and the extent of price negotiation.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers funded critical emergency services during a national crisis, ensuring essential support for New York's COVID-19 response.
Public Impact
Ensured critical emergency medical services during the height of the pandemic. Provided essential logistical and operational support for FEMA's COVID-19 response. Supported public health infrastructure in a heavily impacted region.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for vendor lock-in due to emergency nature.
- Limited time for competition may have impacted price.
- Concentration of funds with one vendor.
Positive Signals
- Fulfilled urgent need during a national emergency.
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supported critical public health services.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under emergency management and public health services, a sector that saw significant federal spending increases during the COVID-19 pandemic. Benchmarks for such rapid, large-scale emergency response are scarce due to the unique nature of the crisis.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to American Medical Response, Inc., a large corporation, and there is no indication of small business subcontracting in the provided data. This suggests limited direct benefit to small businesses from this specific award.
Oversight & Accountability
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) managed this award. Oversight would focus on ensuring service delivery met the emergency needs and that funds were used appropriately during the critical COVID-19 period.
Related Government Programs
- Ambulance Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Federal Emergency Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for limited competition due to urgency.
- High dollar amount for a short contract duration.
- Single awardee may limit future competition.
- Lack of small business participation noted.
Tags
ambulance-services, department-of-homeland-security, ny, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $45.5 million to AMERICAN MEDICAL RESPONSE, INC.. EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES IN SUPPORT OF COVID-19 EFFORTS IN NEW YORK
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is AMERICAN MEDICAL RESPONSE, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Federal Emergency Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $45.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2020-04-27. End: 2020-05-28.
Was the $45.5M award value justified for 31 days of emergency support?
The award value of $45.5M for 31 days of emergency management support services in New York during COVID-19 appears substantial but potentially justified given the unprecedented scale and urgency of the pandemic. FEMA's mission during such crises involves rapid deployment of resources, which often comes at a premium. The specific services rendered, personnel deployed, and logistical complexities would be key factors in a detailed cost-benefit analysis.
What are the primary risks associated with a sole awardee for emergency services?
The primary risks with a sole awardee for emergency services include potential over-reliance on a single vendor, which can lead to complacency or reduced incentive for efficiency. There's also a risk of price gouging if competition was truly limited by the emergency's urgency. Furthermore, if the vendor fails to perform or faces operational issues, there are no immediate alternatives, potentially disrupting critical services.
How effective was this contract in supporting New York's COVID-19 response?
The effectiveness of this contract hinges on the actual services provided by American Medical Response, Inc. Given the award was for emergency management support during a critical phase of the pandemic, it likely contributed to bolstering essential services like ambulance transport and logistical coordination. FEMA's overall success in managing the crisis in New York would be the ultimate measure of this contract's effectiveness.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Health Care and Social Assistance › Other Ambulatory Health Care Services › Ambulance Services
Product/Service Code: MEDICAL SERVICES › OTHER MEDICAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: HSFE70-17-R-0008
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Rural/Metro Fire Dept., Inc. (UEI: 832700053)
Address: 6363 S FIDDLERS GREEN CIR 14TH FL, GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO, 80111
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $45,492,529
Exercised Options: $45,492,529
Current Obligation: $45,492,529
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HSFE7017D0014
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2020-04-27
Current End Date: 2020-05-28
Potential End Date: 2020-05-28 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2020-09-09
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