HUD awards $3.26M for Field Compliance Review Services to Deloitte & Touche LLP

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $3,263,257 ($3.3M)

Contractor: Deloitte & Touche LLP

Awarding Agency: Department of Housing and Urban Development

Start Date: 2026-03-16

End Date: 2027-03-15

Contract Duration: 364 days

Daily Burn Rate: $9.0K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 5

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS

Sector: IT

Official Description: FIELD COMPLIANCE REVIEW SERVICES

Place of Performance

Location: ARLINGTON, ARLINGTON County, VIRGINIA, 22209

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Housing and Urban Development obligated $3.3 million to DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP for work described as: FIELD COMPLIANCE REVIEW SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single, well-known vendor. 2. Focus on IT-related services (NAICS 541519). 3. Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials pricing. 4. Limited direct small business participation indicated.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract's Time and Materials (T&M) pricing structure, with a ceiling of $3.26 million, presents a risk for cost control. Without fixed labor rates or clear deliverables, it's difficult to benchmark against similar T&M contracts for IT compliance services.

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 specific award mechanism (Delivery Order) and the vendor chosen warrant scrutiny to ensure the best value was achieved.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for IT compliance services. The T&M nature of the contract necessitates careful monitoring to prevent excessive spending and ensure value for money.

Public Impact

Ensures compliance with federal regulations, protecting taxpayer interests. Supports the Department of Housing and Urban Development's mission. Potential for increased IT infrastructure costs if not managed effectively.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Positive Signals

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the professional IT services sector, specifically focusing on compliance reviews. Benchmarking requires comparison with other government contracts for similar IT audit and compliance support, which often vary significantly in scope and pricing models.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that small businesses were not directly involved in this contract (sb: false). This suggests a missed opportunity to support small business growth within the federal contracting landscape for IT services.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight will be crucial, particularly given the Time and Materials pricing. The Department of Housing and Urban Development must actively monitor performance, expenditures, and adherence to the contract's scope to ensure accountability and prevent waste.

Related Government Programs

Risk Flags

Tags

other-computer-related-services, department-of-housing-and-urban-developm, va, delivery-order, 1m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded $3.3 million to DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP. FIELD COMPLIANCE REVIEW SERVICES

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Housing and Urban Development (Department of Housing and Urban Development).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $3.3 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2026-03-16. End: 2027-03-15.

What specific compliance areas will Deloitte & Touche LLP be reviewing, and how does this align with HUD's strategic objectives?

The contract specifies 'FIELD COMPLIANCE REVIEW SERVICES' without detailing the exact areas. A thorough review would involve understanding if these services cover critical HUD programs like housing assistance, fair housing, or financial management. Alignment with strategic objectives would depend on whether these reviews directly contribute to HUD's goals of improving housing conditions, creating opportunities, and ensuring fair housing practices.

How will HUD mitigate the risks associated with the Time and Materials pricing structure to ensure cost-effectiveness?

HUD can mitigate T&M risks by establishing clear labor rate ceilings, defining specific deliverables and milestones, implementing rigorous progress tracking, and requiring detailed timesheets and justifications for hours worked. Regular performance reviews and budget monitoring are essential to prevent scope creep and ensure the contractor remains within the $3.26 million ceiling while delivering necessary services.

What is the potential impact on HUD's IT infrastructure and operational efficiency from these compliance reviews?

The impact depends on the nature of the reviews. If they identify systemic issues, they could necessitate significant IT infrastructure upgrades or process changes, potentially leading to short-term disruptions but long-term efficiency gains. Conversely, if the reviews are purely procedural, the impact might be minimal, focusing on documentation and reporting rather than system changes.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesComputer Systems Design and Related ServicesOther Computer Related Services

Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT)MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Solicitation ID: 86615525Q00005

Offers Received: 5

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Deloitte Financial Advisory Services LLP

Address: 1919 N LYNN ST, ARLINGTON, VA, 22209

Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $16,193,988

Exercised Options: $3,263,257

Current Obligation: $3,263,257

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GS00F029DA

IDV Type: FSS

Timeline

Start Date: 2026-03-16

Current End Date: 2027-03-15

Potential End Date: 2031-03-15 00:00:00

Last Modified: 2026-04-06

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