HHS Awards $1.1M for DLS Admin Support to Cherokee Nation Integrated Health
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $1,103,378 ($1.1M)
Contractor: Cherokee Nation Integrated Health, L.L.C.
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2026-04-03
End Date: 2027-03-15
Contract Duration: 346 days
Daily Burn Rate: $3.2K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: DLS ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROGRAMMATIC SUPPORT
Place of Performance
Location: ATLANTA, DEKALB County, GEORGIA, 30341
State: Georgia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $1.1 million to CHEROKEE NATION INTEGRATED HEALTH, L.L.C. for work described as: DLS ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROGRAMMATIC SUPPORT Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single entity, limiting competitive options. 2. The contract value is relatively small, suggesting a focused scope. 3. Fixed-price contract type may offer cost certainty but limits flexibility. 4. The awardee is a Native American tribal organization, potentially impacting small business considerations.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $1.1M is modest. Benchmarking is difficult without more specific service details and comparable contract data. The fixed-price structure provides some cost predictability.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract is listed as 'NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION,' indicating a limited competition approach. This likely restricts price discovery and may lead to higher costs than a fully competitive process.
Taxpayer Impact: The limited competition raises concerns about taxpayer value. Without a competitive bidding process, it's harder to ensure the government is receiving the best possible price for these administrative and programmatic support services.
Public Impact
Limited competition may mean taxpayers are not getting the best price. The specific administrative and programmatic support functions are not detailed, making public assessment difficult. The award to a tribal organization may have specific socio-economic implications.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition
- Lack of detailed service description
- No small business participation noted
Positive Signals
- Fixed-price contract type
- Award to a tribal organization
Sector Analysis
Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (NAICS 541611) is a broad category. The contract value is small relative to typical large-scale government consulting contracts. Benchmarks vary widely based on service specificity.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates the awardee is not a small business (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if any subcontracting opportunities exist for small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is a definitive contract with a clear end date. Oversight will be crucial to ensure the services meet the needs of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and that the limited competition was justified.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition may result in higher costs.
- Lack of detailed service description hinders value assessment.
- No small business participation identified.
- Potential for unoptimized resource allocation due to limited competition.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-health-and-human-services, ga, definitive-contract, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $1.1 million to CHEROKEE NATION INTEGRATED HEALTH, L.L.C.. DLS ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROGRAMMATIC SUPPORT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CHEROKEE NATION INTEGRATED HEALTH, L.L.C..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Health and Human Services (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $1.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2026-04-03. End: 2027-03-15.
What specific administrative and programmatic support functions are included in this contract, and how do they align with CDC's mission?
The provided data lacks specific details on the functions covered by 'DLS ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROGRAMMATIC SUPPORT.' Understanding these functions is critical to assessing their alignment with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's mission and determining if the awarded services are essential and effectively utilized.
What is the justification for limiting competition on this contract, and what steps were taken to ensure fair pricing?
The contract is marked as 'NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION,' suggesting a specific justification was used, such as a sole-source award or specific set-aside. Without this justification, it's difficult to assess the necessity of limited competition and whether adequate measures were in place to ensure the price paid is fair and reasonable.
How will the effectiveness of the administrative and programmatic support provided by Cherokee Nation Integrated Health be measured and evaluated?
Effectiveness measurement is key for any contract. The government should have performance metrics and evaluation criteria in place to assess the quality and impact of the administrative and programmatic support. Regular performance reviews and feedback mechanisms are essential to ensure the contractor meets expectations.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: 75D301-26-R-73390
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Cherokee Nation
Address: 2 W. 2ND ST, TULSA, OK, 74103
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Tribally Owned Firm, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $9,650,719
Exercised Options: $1,103,378
Current Obligation: $1,103,378
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2026-04-03
Current End Date: 2027-03-15
Potential End Date: 2031-03-15 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-03
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