HHS Awards $2M for Industrial Hygiene Support to Consolidated Safety Services Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $2,032,177 ($2.0M)
Contractor: Consolidated Safety Services Incorporated
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2025-04-01
End Date: 2026-03-31
Contract Duration: 364 days
Daily Burn Rate: $5.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: Other
Official Description: INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE AND SAFETY SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: BETHESDA, MONTGOMERY County, MARYLAND, 20892
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $2.0 million to CONSOLIDATED SAFETY SERVICES INCORPORATED for work described as: INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE AND SAFETY SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Spending of $2.03M on industrial hygiene and safety support services. 2. Consolidated Safety Services Inc. is the awardee. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition. 4. Services are for the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The award amount of $2.03M for 364 days of service appears reasonable given the scope of industrial hygiene and safety support. Benchmarking against similar contracts for environmental consulting services would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. This method typically leads to competitive pricing as multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award is positive for taxpayers, likely resulting in a fair market price for the essential safety services provided to NIH.
Public Impact
Ensures a safe working environment at NIH facilities. Supports compliance with health and safety regulations. Provides specialized expertise in industrial hygiene.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Essential safety services
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under environmental consulting services, a sector crucial for maintaining regulatory compliance and operational safety within government agencies. Spending benchmarks for this category vary widely based on scope and duration.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small businesses were not specifically prioritized or excluded in this award, as the 'sb' field is false. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses had a fair opportunity to compete.
Oversight & Accountability
The award was made via a BPA Call, suggesting it is part of a larger pre-competed agreement. Oversight would involve monitoring the performance of Consolidated Safety Services Inc. against the BPA call terms and conditions.
Related Government Programs
- Environmental Consulting Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- National Institutes of Health Programs
Risk Flags
- Labor hours pricing structure
- Limited detail on specific services
- Potential for cost escalation if not managed
Tags
environmental-consulting-services, 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 $2.0 million to CONSOLIDATED SAFETY SERVICES INCORPORATED. INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE AND SAFETY SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CONSOLIDATED SAFETY SERVICES INCORPORATED.
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 $2.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-04-01. End: 2026-03-31.
What specific industrial hygiene and safety services are included in this contract?
The contract details are limited in the provided data. However, 'Industrial Hygiene and Safety Support Services' typically encompass a range of activities such as exposure assessments, hazard identification, risk management, development of safety protocols, and compliance monitoring to ensure a healthy and safe working environment for federal employees and visitors.
What is the potential risk of cost overruns or performance issues?
The risk appears moderate. While awarded under full and open competition, the 'labor hours' pricing structure (PT: LABOR HOURS) can sometimes lead to cost overruns if not managed tightly. The 'br' (base rate?) of 5583 warrants further investigation to ensure it aligns with market rates for the expertise required.
How effectively does this contract support NIH's mission?
This contract is crucial for supporting the NIH's mission by ensuring a safe and compliant research and operational environment. By outsourcing specialized industrial hygiene and safety support, NIH can focus its resources on its core scientific and medical endeavors, minimizing risks associated with workplace hazards and regulatory non-compliance.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Environmental 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
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2750 PROSPERITY AVE, FAIRFAX, VA, 22031
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $2,032,177
Exercised Options: $2,032,177
Current Obligation: $2,032,177
Actual Outlays: $1,489,759
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 75N98023A00016
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-04-01
Current End Date: 2026-03-31
Potential End Date: 2026-03-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-01-27
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