HHS awards Booz Allen Hamilton $67M for Other Professional Services through full and open competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $67,068,941 ($67.1M)
Contractor: Booz Allen Hamilton Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2025-06-20
End Date: 2026-06-19
Contract Duration: 364 days
Daily Burn Rate: $184.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: PROFESSIONAL, TECHNICAL, AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20005
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $67.1 million to BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC for work described as: PROFESSIONAL, TECHNICAL, AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single, large incumbent vendor. 2. Spending falls within the broad 'Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' category. 3. Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials pricing structure. 4. Limited visibility into specific task orders and their value.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's Time and Materials pricing structure presents a risk for cost control. Benchmarking against similar 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' contracts is difficult without detailed task order breakdowns.
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 Time and Materials pricing could lead to higher-than-expected costs if not closely managed.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential professional services. The Time and Materials contract type necessitates robust oversight to ensure cost-effectiveness and prevent overspending.
Public Impact
Public health research and administrative support may be impacted by these services. Transparency regarding specific deliverables and their impact on NIH's mission is limited. The use of a large, established contractor raises questions about opportunities for smaller, innovative firms.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials pricing
- Lack of specific task order details
- Incumbent vendor reliance
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized
- Awarded to a reputable contractor
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services,' a broad category encompassing diverse support functions. Benchmarks for this specific sub-sector are challenging to establish due to its heterogeneity.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not set aside for small businesses, and the awardee is a large corporation. This indicates limited direct opportunities for small businesses on this specific contract.
Oversight & Accountability
Robust oversight is crucial given the Time and Materials contract type. The NIH must ensure diligent monitoring of hours, rates, and deliverables to maintain accountability and control costs.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- National Institutes of Health Programs
Risk Flags
- Risk of cost overruns due to Time and Materials pricing.
- Lack of detailed service descriptions limits value assessment.
- Potential for scope creep without strict task order management.
- Limited visibility into contractor performance metrics.
- Incumbent contractor may stifle competition in future procurements.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-health-and-human-services, dc, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $67.1 million to BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC. PROFESSIONAL, TECHNICAL, AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC.
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 $67.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-06-20. End: 2026-06-19.
What specific services are included under 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' for this contract, and how do they align with NIH's strategic goals?
The specific services are not detailed in the provided data. However, this NAICS code typically covers a wide range of support functions, including administrative, management, consulting, and technical assistance. To assess alignment, one would need to examine the individual task orders to determine if they directly contribute to NIH's research objectives, operational efficiency, or public health initiatives.
What is the projected cost per hour or per deliverable, and how does it compare to industry standards for similar services?
As a Time and Materials contract, a fixed cost per hour or deliverable is not pre-defined. Instead, costs accrue based on actual hours worked and material costs, subject to agreed-upon rates. A meaningful comparison would require analyzing the negotiated labor rates and overhead factors against benchmarks for comparable professional services within the federal government and private sector.
What mechanisms are in place to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the services provided, particularly given the broad nature of the contract and the Time and Materials structure?
Effectiveness and efficiency are typically ensured through performance work statements (PWS) within individual task orders, requiring contractors to meet specific performance standards. For Time and Materials contracts, robust government oversight, including CLIN-level monitoring of labor categories, hours, and direct costs, is paramount. Regular performance reviews and feedback mechanisms are also essential to address any shortcomings.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical 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: 75N99225R00004
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation
Address: 8283 GREENSBORO DR, MC LEAN, VA, 22102
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $67,068,941
Exercised Options: $67,068,941
Current Obligation: $67,068,941
Actual Outlays: $17,985,015
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 12
Total Subaward Amount: $30,512,526
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 75N99224D00002
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-06-20
Current End Date: 2026-06-19
Potential End Date: 2028-04-19 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-01-14
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