HHS awards $22.4M for State Duals Demo Design to Research Triangle Institute
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $22,409,647 ($22.4M)
Contractor: Research Triangle Institute
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2011-09-29
End Date: 2016-09-28
Contract Duration: 1,826 days
Daily Burn Rate: $12.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Healthcare
Official Description: EVALUATION OF STATE DUALS DEMO DESIGN
Place of Performance
Location: WINDSOR MILL, BALTIMORE County, MARYLAND, 21244
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $22.4 million to RESEARCH TRIANGLE INSTITUTE for work described as: EVALUATION OF STATE DUALS DEMO DESIGN Key points: 1. The contract focuses on research and development in social sciences and humanities. 2. Full and open competition was utilized, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. The contract duration is 5 years, indicating a significant project timeline. 4. The award amount is $22.4 million, representing substantial federal investment.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar R&D contracts is difficult without more specific cost breakdowns.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which generally promotes competitive pricing. However, the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure may limit the direct impact of price discovery on the final cost.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers are funding research and development aimed at improving healthcare delivery for dual-eligible beneficiaries.
Public Impact
Potential improvements in healthcare coordination for Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries. Development of innovative demonstration designs for state-level programs. Insights into the effectiveness of federal R&D investments in social sciences.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type
- Long project duration
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Focus on improving healthcare delivery
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities. Federal spending in this sector often supports policy analysis, program evaluation, and demonstration projects aimed at improving public services.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small businesses were not directly involved as prime contractors in this award, as the awardee is Research Triangle Institute, a large research organization.
Oversight & Accountability
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is responsible for overseeing this contract. The fixed fee component provides some level of cost control, but the CPFF structure requires diligent monitoring of expenses.
Related Government Programs
- Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type
- Long contract duration (5 years)
- Potential for cost overruns
- Limited direct small business participation as prime
Tags
research-and-development-in-the-social-s, department-of-health-and-human-services, md, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $22.4 million to RESEARCH TRIANGLE INSTITUTE. EVALUATION OF STATE DUALS DEMO DESIGN
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is RESEARCH TRIANGLE INSTITUTE.
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 $22.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-09-29. End: 2016-09-28.
What is the expected return on investment for this $22.4 million R&D contract?
The return on investment is expected to be realized through improved healthcare coordination and cost savings for dual-eligible beneficiaries, potentially reducing overall Medicare and Medicaid expenditures. The specific ROI metrics will depend on the success of the demonstration designs and their subsequent implementation and evaluation.
What are the primary risks associated with the Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type for this project?
The primary risks with a CPFF contract include potential cost overruns if the contractor's costs exceed projections, as the government bears the risk of actual costs. There's also a risk that the fixed fee may not adequately incentivize cost efficiency if not structured with appropriate performance metrics.
How effective is the 'full and open competition' method in ensuring value for money for R&D contracts of this nature?
Full and open competition is generally effective in promoting value for money by encouraging multiple bidders to offer competitive proposals. For R&D, it helps identify innovative approaches and potentially lower costs. However, the complexity of R&D can make direct cost comparisons challenging, and the chosen contract type also plays a significant role in value realization.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Scientific Research and Development Services › Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities
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
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 3040 CORNWALLIS RD, RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC, 27709
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: $22,409,647
Exercised Options: $22,409,647
Current Obligation: $22,409,647
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 19
Total Subaward Amount: $7,135,818
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HHSM500201000021I
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-09-29
Current End Date: 2016-09-28
Potential End Date: 2016-09-28 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-06-03
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