HHS Spends $15.9M on Other Professional Services via Full and Open Competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $15,883,619 ($15.9M)
Contractor: Telligen, Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2007-09-24
End Date: 2012-11-17
Contract Duration: 1,881 days
Daily Burn Rate: $8.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: WEST DES MOINES, POLK County, IOWA, 50266, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
State: Iowa Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $15.9 million to TELLIGEN, INC for work described as: OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Key points: 1. Total contract value of $15.9 million. 2. Contract awarded to TELLIGEN, INC. 3. Procurement method was Full and Open Competition. 4. Contract duration was 1881 days. 5. Sector is Other Professional Services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $15.9 million for 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' appears reasonable given the 5-year duration. Benchmarking against similar contracts for broad professional services is challenging due to the 'other' category, but the value is not excessively high.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under Full and Open Competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and ensures the government receives competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were utilized through a competitive process, suggesting an effort to achieve value for money.
Public Impact
Ensures access to specialized professional services for the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. Supports the agency's mission through contracted expertise. Competition likely led to cost efficiencies for taxpayers.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific service details within 'Other Professional Services' category.
- Potential for scope creep in broad service contracts.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Long contract duration suggests sustained need and potential for stable service delivery.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under 'Other Professional Services,' a broad category encompassing a wide range of non-specific professional, scientific, and technical services. Spending in this category can vary significantly based on agency needs, making direct benchmarks difficult without more granular data.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses participated in or benefited from this contract. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business involvement.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Health and Human Services, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. Standard oversight mechanisms for federal contracts would apply, but specific oversight details are not provided.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Programs
Risk Flags
- Broad service category lacks specificity.
- Potential for undefined scope.
- Limited insight into specific performance metrics.
- No indication of small business participation.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-health-and-human-services, ia, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $15.9 million to TELLIGEN, INC. OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is TELLIGEN, INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Health and Human Services (Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $15.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-09-24. End: 2012-11-17.
What specific professional services were rendered under this contract?
The contract falls under NAICS code 541990, 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.' This broad classification means the specific services could range widely, from research support and data analysis to consulting and technical assistance, tailored to the needs of the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.
What was the primary risk associated with this contract?
A primary risk is the lack of specificity in the 'Other Professional Services' category. This can lead to challenges in defining clear deliverables, measuring performance, and ensuring the services provided precisely meet the agency's evolving needs, potentially resulting in cost overruns or suboptimal outcomes.
How effective was the competition in ensuring value for money?
The use of 'Full and Open Competition' is a strong indicator that the process was designed to achieve value for money. This method allows multiple vendors to bid, fostering a competitive environment that typically drives down prices and encourages innovation, thereby maximizing the return on taxpayer investment.
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: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1776 WEST LAKES PKWY, WEST DES MOINES, IA, 50266
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Tax Exempt, Nonprofit Organization, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $21,369,657
Exercised Options: $19,076,512
Current Obligation: $15,883,619
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-09-24
Current End Date: 2012-11-17
Potential End Date: 2012-11-17 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2015-08-01
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