HHS Awards $27.2M Contract to CNI Advantage for Technical Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $27,233,175 ($27.2M)
Contractor: CNI Advantage, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2015-09-08
End Date: 2020-07-31
Contract Duration: 1,788 days
Daily Burn Rate: $15.2K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF PERM REVIEW CONTRACTOR
Place of Performance
Location: NORMAN, CLEVELAND County, OKLAHOMA, 73071
State: Oklahoma Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $27.2 million to CNI ADVANTAGE, LLC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF PERM REVIEW CONTRACTOR Key points: 1. Contract value of $27.2M over 5 years. 2. CNI Advantage, LLC is the sole awardee. 3. Competition method was 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources'. 4. The sector is Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services. 5. Contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' contracts is difficult without more detailed scope information.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The competition method 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources' suggests a limited initial pool, potentially impacting price discovery. While open, the exclusion of specific sources might have restricted broader competition.
Taxpayer Impact: The Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure carries inherent risk for taxpayers if costs are not tightly controlled and justified.
Public Impact
Impacts healthcare administration through technical support services. Ensures continuity of operations for Medicare and Medicaid services. Potential for cost inefficiencies due to the contract type.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure
- Limited competition method
- Long contract duration
Positive Signals
- Awarded by HHS/CMS
- Definitive contract type
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services, a broad category. Benchmarks for this specific sub-sector (NAICS 541990) are difficult to establish without knowing the precise nature of the technical services provided.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates the awardee is CNI Advantage, LLC. There is no explicit information provided regarding small business participation or subcontracting goals within this contract.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically be managed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) contracting officers. Accountability for performance and cost control rests with CMS and the contractor.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure
- Limited competition
- Lack of detailed service description
- Potential for cost overruns
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-health-and-human-services, ok, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $27.2 million to CNI ADVANTAGE, LLC. IGF::OT::IGF PERM REVIEW CONTRACTOR
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CNI ADVANTAGE, LLC.
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 $27.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2015-09-08. End: 2020-07-31.
What specific technical services were provided under this contract?
The contract falls under NAICS code 541990, 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.' Without further details on the statement of work, it's impossible to specify the exact services. This could range from IT support and data analysis to specialized scientific consulting or program management support for CMS operations.
What is the risk associated with the Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract type for this service?
CPFF contracts carry a risk of cost overruns for the government, as the contractor is reimbursed for all allowable costs plus a fixed fee. Effective oversight is crucial to ensure costs are reasonable and allocable to the contract's objectives. Without strong controls, this structure can incentivize higher spending.
How effective was the 'Full and Open Competition After Exclusion of Sources' method in achieving value for money?
This method implies that while the competition was intended to be open, certain sources were excluded. The effectiveness in achieving value depends on the justification for exclusion and whether a sufficiently competitive environment was maintained. If the exclusion was arbitrary or limited the field too narrowly, it could have led to suboptimal pricing or less innovative solutions.
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 AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: RFPCMS20158A0099
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Chickasaw Nation
Address: 2600 JOHN SAXON BLVD STE 405, NORMAN, OK, 73071
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Government, Native American Tribal Government, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Tribally Owned Firm, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $27,457,926
Exercised Options: $27,233,175
Current Obligation: $27,233,175
Actual Outlays: $494,432
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2015-09-08
Current End Date: 2020-07-31
Potential End Date: 2020-07-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2023-10-16
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