HHS Awards $2.46M for Management Consulting to Chenega Services & Federal Solutions
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $2,466,584 ($2.5M)
Contractor: Chenega Services & Federal Solutions, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2025-09-30
End Date: 2026-09-29
Contract Duration: 364 days
Daily Burn Rate: $6.8K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED UNDER SAP
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: CHENEGA SERVICES & FEDERAL SOLUTIONS, LLC:1622446 [25-000314]
Place of Performance
Location: BETHESDA, MONTGOMERY County, MARYLAND, 20892
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $2.5 million to CHENEGA SERVICES & FEDERAL SOLUTIONS, LLC for work described as: CHENEGA SERVICES & FEDERAL SOLUTIONS, LLC:1622446 [25-000314] Key points: 1. The contract is for administrative management and general management consulting services. 2. Awarded to Chenega Services & Federal Solutions, LLC, a single entity. 3. The contract has a duration of 364 days, ending September 29, 2026. 4. The total award amount is $2,466,583.60. 5. The contract was not competed under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP).
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The award amount of $2.46M for a 364-day contract for management consulting services appears to be within a reasonable range for similar federal contracts. However, without specific details on the scope of work and deliverables, a precise pricing assessment is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was not competed under SAP, suggesting it may have been awarded through a limited competition or a specific vehicle like a BPA Call. This approach can limit price discovery and potentially lead to higher costs compared to full and open competition.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for management consulting services. The lack of full competition raises concerns about whether the best possible price was achieved.
Public Impact
Federal agencies rely on consulting services for various administrative and management functions. The use of BPA Calls can streamline procurement but may reduce competitive pressure. Transparency in contract awards is crucial for public trust and accountability. Small businesses may be impacted if contracts are not broadly competed.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition
- Lack of SAP competition
- Potential for inflated costs
Positive Signals
- Clear awardee identified
- Defined contract period
- Firm Fixed Price contract type
Sector Analysis
The federal sector for Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (NAICS 541611) is a significant area of government spending. Benchmarks for this sector vary widely based on the specific services rendered and agency needs.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities were made available to small businesses through subcontracting or if the primary contract could have been set aside.
Oversight & Accountability
The award is made under a BPA Call, which implies some level of pre-competed framework. However, the specific oversight mechanisms for this individual call and the justification for limited competition would need further review to assess accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- National Institutes of Health Programs
Risk Flags
- Limited competition
- Lack of justification for non-SAP competition
- Potential for cost overruns due to limited market pressure
- No indication of small business participation
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-health-and-human-services, md, bpa-call, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $2.5 million to CHENEGA SERVICES & FEDERAL SOLUTIONS, LLC. CHENEGA SERVICES & FEDERAL SOLUTIONS, LLC:1622446 [25-000314]
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CHENEGA SERVICES & FEDERAL SOLUTIONS, LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $2.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-09-30. End: 2026-09-29.
What specific management consulting services are being procured under this contract, and how do they align with NIH's strategic objectives?
The contract is for 'Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services' (NAICS 541611). While the specific tasks are not detailed, these services typically encompass areas like organizational efficiency, process improvement, strategic planning, and operational support. The alignment with NIH's objectives would depend on the precise scope of work outlined in the BPA Call's task order, which is not provided in this data.
What is the justification for not competing this contract under SAP, and what risk does this pose to achieving fair and reasonable pricing?
The justification for not competing under SAP is not provided. This could be due to the contract exceeding SAP thresholds, being awarded via a specific vehicle like a BPA Call, or other procurement regulations. The risk to pricing is that limited or non-competitive awards can reduce market pressure, potentially leading to higher costs for taxpayers if robust price analysis and justification are not rigorously applied.
How will the effectiveness of Chenega Services & Federal Solutions' consulting services be measured and evaluated to ensure value for money?
Effectiveness is typically measured through performance metrics and deliverables outlined in the contract's Statement of Work (SOW) and task order. The government contracting officer and project managers are responsible for monitoring performance against these requirements. For a firm-fixed-price contract, value for money is often assessed by whether the contractor successfully delivers the agreed-upon services within the specified timeframe and budget.
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) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED UNDER SAP
Solicitation Procedures: SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 609 INDEPENDENCE PARKWAY, CHESAPEAKE, VA, 23320
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Alaskan Native Corporation Owned Firm, Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $2,466,584
Exercised Options: $2,466,584
Current Obligation: $2,466,584
Actual Outlays: $559,650
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 75N90025A00002
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-09-30
Current End Date: 2026-09-29
Potential End Date: 2026-09-29 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-03-23
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