HHS awards Mathematica Inc. $27.17M for DVIQR Program Support, a 5-year Time and Materials contract
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $27,171,220 ($27.2M)
Contractor: Mathematica Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2019-09-13
End Date: 2024-09-12
Contract Duration: 1,826 days
Daily Burn Rate: $14.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Healthcare
Official Description: MEASURE AND INSTRUMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUPPORT (MIDS) IDIQ DIVISION OF VALUE, INCENTIVES, AND QUALITY REPORTING (DVIQR) PROGRAM SUPPORT (DPS) TASK ORDER
Place of Performance
Location: WINDSOR MILL, BALTIMORE County, MARYLAND, 21244
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $27.2 million to MATHEMATICA INC. for work described as: MEASURE AND INSTRUMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUPPORT (MIDS) IDIQ DIVISION OF VALUE, INCENTIVES, AND QUALITY REPORTING (DVIQR) PROGRAM SUPPORT (DPS) TASK ORDER Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Mathematica Inc. for program support services. 2. The contract spans five years, indicating a long-term need. 3. Time and Materials pricing may pose a risk for cost overruns. 4. Services fall under 'Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services'.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The Time and Materials (T&M) contract type, while flexible, can lead to higher costs if not closely managed. Benchmarking against similar T&M contracts for consulting services is difficult without detailed labor rates and hours.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the T&M pricing structure means the final price is dependent on actual labor hours and rates, potentially impacting price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are utilized for program support. The T&M structure necessitates vigilant oversight to ensure costs remain reasonable and deliver value.
Public Impact
Supports the Division of Value, Incentives, and Quality Reporting (DVIQR) program. Aims to improve healthcare quality and value through reporting and incentives. Contract duration of five years suggests ongoing program importance.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials pricing can lead to cost overruns.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes value assessment challenging.
- Contract duration may not align with evolving program needs.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Supports a critical healthcare quality reporting program.
- Long-term contract provides stability for program operations.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under scientific and technical consulting services, specifically related to healthcare program support. Benchmarks for similar long-term, full-and-open competition T&M contracts in this sector can vary widely based on scope and expertise required.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to a small business. There is no indication of subcontracting opportunities for small businesses within the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The Time and Materials contract type requires robust oversight to monitor labor hours, rates, and overall expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness and prevent potential waste. Regular performance reviews are crucial.
Related Government Programs
- Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials pricing.
- Lack of clearly defined performance metrics.
- Limited visibility into specific labor rates and hours.
- Potential for scope creep without strict management.
Tags
other-scientific-and-technical-consultin, department-of-health-and-human-services, md, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $27.2 million to MATHEMATICA INC.. MEASURE AND INSTRUMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUPPORT (MIDS) IDIQ DIVISION OF VALUE, INCENTIVES, AND QUALITY REPORTING (DVIQR) PROGRAM SUPPORT (DPS) TASK ORDER
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MATHEMATICA INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Health and Human Services (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $27.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2019-09-13. End: 2024-09-12.
What is the estimated cost per hour or labor category for this contract, and how does it compare to industry standards for similar consulting services?
The provided data does not specify the estimated cost per hour or labor categories. As a Time and Materials contract, the final cost is determined by the actual hours worked and agreed-upon rates. A detailed review of the contract's pricing structure and comparison with market data for similar scientific and technical consulting services would be necessary to assess its cost-effectiveness.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract, and how is Mathematica Inc.'s performance being measured against them?
The provided data does not include specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) or details on how Mathematica Inc.'s performance is being measured. Effective oversight would require clearly defined KPIs related to the DVIQR program support, such as timely delivery of reports, quality of analysis, and contribution to program objectives. Regular performance reviews against these metrics are essential.
How does the value provided by Mathematica Inc. align with the $27.17 million investment over five years, considering the T&M contract type?
Assessing the value alignment is challenging without specific deliverables and performance metrics. The T&M structure means costs are driven by effort. Value is realized if the support provided by Mathematica Inc. demonstrably improves the DVIQR program's effectiveness, efficiency, and achievement of its quality reporting and incentive goals within the allocated budget.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 75FCMC18R0019
Offers Received: 6
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 600 ALEXANDER PARK, PRINCETON, NJ, 08540
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $27,171,220
Exercised Options: $27,171,220
Current Obligation: $27,171,220
Actual Outlays: $18,429,295
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 3
Total Subaward Amount: $1,921,046
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 75FCMC18D0032
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2019-09-13
Current End Date: 2024-09-12
Potential End Date: 2024-09-12 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-01-27
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