HHS awards $47.1M for Healthcare Quality Improvement Technical Support to Telligen, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $47,140,155 ($47.1M)
Contractor: Telligen, Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2014-09-18
End Date: 2020-03-17
Contract Duration: 2,007 days
Daily Burn Rate: $23.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Healthcare
Official Description: THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROCURE EXPERT HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES OF A NATIONAL COORDINATING CENTER (NCC) TO ASSIST THE NETWORK OF QUALITY INNOVATION NETWORK-QUALITY IMPROVEMENT ORGANIZATIONS (QIN-QIOS). NATIONAL COORDINATING CENTERS (NCCS) SUPPORT QIOS IN ACHIEVING THE QIO PROGRAM?S THREE-PART AIM FOR BETTER CARE, BETTER HEALTH FOR POPULATIONS AND COMMUNITIES, AND LOWER COSTS OF CARE. BOG REVIEWER/LLOYD MARSHALLPERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: "DATE OF AWARD" - JULY 31, 2019 IGF::CT::IGF
Place of Performance
Location: WEST DES MOINES, DALLAS County, IOWA, 50266
State: Iowa Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $47.1 million to TELLIGEN, INC for work described as: THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROCURE EXPERT HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES OF A NATIONAL COORDINATING CENTER (NCC) TO ASSIST THE NETWORK OF QUALITY INNOVATION NETWORK-QUALITY IMPROVEMENT ORGANIZATIONS (QIN-QIOS). NATIONAL COORDINATING CENTERS (NCC… Key points: 1. Contract supports the QIO program's aim for better care, health, and lower costs. 2. Telligen, Inc. is the sole awardee for these specialized technical support services. 3. The contract is a Firm Fixed Price type, indicating defined costs. 4. Spending is within the 'Other Management Consulting Services' category.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $47.1M over its period of performance appears reasonable for specialized national coordinating center support. Benchmarking against similar large-scale healthcare quality improvement contracts would provide further context.
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. This method generally promotes price discovery and potentially better value for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for critical healthcare quality initiatives.
Public Impact
Enhances quality of care for Medicare beneficiaries. Aims to improve health outcomes for communities. Focuses on reducing healthcare costs through efficiency improvements. Supports a network of organizations working on national health goals.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Supports a critical national healthcare initiative.
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Firm Fixed Price contract type.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under 'Other Management Consulting Services' and supports the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in improving healthcare quality. Spending in this sector often involves complex advisory and technical support functions.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not specifically set aside for small businesses and the awardee, Telligen, Inc., is not identified as a small business in this context. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was incorporated through subcontracting.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is managed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), a key agency within HHS responsible for healthcare quality oversight. The competitive award process suggests a degree of accountability in the procurement.
Related Government Programs
- Other Management Consulting Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for scope creep if technical support needs evolve significantly.
- Reliance on a single contractor for critical national coordination.
- Measuring the direct ROI of quality improvement initiatives can be complex.
Tags
other-management-consulting-services, department-of-health-and-human-services, ia, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $47.1 million to TELLIGEN, INC. THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT IS TO PROCURE EXPERT HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES OF A NATIONAL COORDINATING CENTER (NCC) TO ASSIST THE NETWORK OF QUALITY INNOVATION NETWORK-QUALITY IMPROVEMENT ORGANIZATIONS (QIN-QIOS). NATIONAL COORDINATING CENTERS (NCCS) SUPPORT QIOS IN ACHIEVING THE QIO PROGRAM?S THREE-PART AIM FOR BETTER CARE, BETTER HEALTH FOR POPULATIONS AND COMMUNITIES, AND LOWER COSTS OF CARE. BOG REVIEWER/LLOYD MARSHALLPERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: "DATE OF AWARD" - J
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 (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $47.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2014-09-18. End: 2020-03-17.
What is the specific impact of the QIN-QIOs supported by this contract on healthcare costs?
The contract aims to lower costs of care by supporting the Network of Quality Innovation Network-Quality Improvement Organizations (QIN-QIOs). These organizations work to identify and implement efficiencies in healthcare delivery, reduce waste, and prevent unnecessary procedures or hospitalizations, ultimately contributing to cost savings for the Medicare program and beneficiaries.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the success of the technical support services?
While specific KPIs are not detailed in the provided data, typical performance measures for such contracts would likely include improvements in patient safety metrics, reductions in hospital-acquired infections, increased adherence to clinical best practices, and successful implementation of quality improvement initiatives across the QIO network.
How does the technical support provided by the National Coordinating Center (NCC) directly translate to better health outcomes for populations?
The NCC provides expert guidance and technical assistance to QIOs, enabling them to effectively implement evidence-based strategies for improving population health. This includes initiatives focused on chronic disease management, preventive care, and addressing health disparities, which collectively contribute to better health outcomes across diverse communities.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Other Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: MEDICAL SERVICES › DEPENDENT MEDICARE SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 5
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1776 WEST LAKES PKWY, WEST DES MOINES, IA, 50266
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $47,140,155
Exercised Options: $47,140,155
Current Obligation: $47,140,155
Actual Outlays: $100,000
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 7
Total Subaward Amount: $36,503,418
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2014-09-18
Current End Date: 2020-03-17
Potential End Date: 2020-03-17 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2023-08-17
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