HHS awards $12.6M for NIH Informatics Program Support to Calibre Systems Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $12,598,777 ($12.6M)
Contractor: Calibre Systems Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2007-05-16
End Date: 2009-05-14
Contract Duration: 729 days
Daily Burn Rate: $17.3K/day
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: IT
Official Description: INFORMATICS PROGRAM SUPPORT FOR MEDICATIONS DEVELOPMENT
Place of Performance
Location: BETHESDA, MONTGOMERY County, MARYLAND, 20892
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $12.6 million to CALIBRE SYSTEMS INC for work described as: INFORMATICS PROGRAM SUPPORT FOR MEDICATIONS DEVELOPMENT Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Calibre Systems Inc. for informatics program support. 2. The contract value is $12,598,777 over approximately two years. 3. Services fall under Computer Systems Design Services (NAICS 541512). 4. The contract was a delivery order under a larger contract. 5. The contract type is Time and Materials.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $12.6 million for two years of informatics support appears reasonable for specialized IT services. However, without specific performance metrics or comparison to similar NIH contracts, a definitive value assessment is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
The competition method is not specified, but it was a delivery order, suggesting it may have been competed under a larger IDIQ. The lack of clarity on competition makes it hard to assess price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for essential IT support services for NIH's medication development programs.
Public Impact
Supports critical research and development in medication development. Ensures the availability of necessary IT infrastructure and services for NIH. Potential for improved efficiency in drug discovery and development processes.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specified competition method.
- Time and Materials contract type can lead to cost overruns if not managed tightly.
Positive Signals
- Supports a vital government function (medication development).
- Contract duration is defined.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically computer systems design. Spending in this area is crucial for government agencies to maintain and upgrade their technological capabilities for research and operational efficiency.
Small Business Impact
No indication of small business participation is provided in the data. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business goals were met.
Oversight & Accountability
As a delivery order, oversight would likely be managed by the contracting officer at NIH. The Time and Materials nature of the contract requires diligent monitoring to ensure costs remain within budget and scope.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Systems Design Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- National Institutes of Health Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials contract type.
- Lack of transparency regarding the competitive process.
- Absence of defined performance metrics.
- Limited insight into small business utilization.
Tags
computer-systems-design-services, 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 $12.6 million to CALIBRE SYSTEMS INC. INFORMATICS PROGRAM SUPPORT FOR MEDICATIONS DEVELOPMENT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is CALIBRE SYSTEMS INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $12.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-05-16. End: 2009-05-14.
What was the specific competitive process used for this delivery order, and how did it ensure fair and reasonable pricing?
The provided data does not specify the competitive process for this delivery order. Typically, delivery orders are competed among pre-qualified vendors under an existing Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. Without knowing the parent IDIQ's structure or the specific solicitation for this order, it's impossible to assess the effectiveness of price discovery and ensure fair and reasonable pricing.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this informatics support contract, and how is Calibre Systems Inc. being measured against them?
The data does not include specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) or performance metrics for this contract. Effective oversight would require clearly defined KPIs related to system uptime, response times, project completion, and user satisfaction. Regular performance reviews against these metrics are essential for ensuring the contractor delivers value and meets NIH's needs.
How does the cost of this Time and Materials contract compare to similar informatics support contracts awarded by other federal agencies or within NIH?
A direct cost comparison is challenging without detailed scope of work and labor categories for similar contracts. Time and Materials contracts can vary significantly based on the specific services rendered and the expertise required. Benchmarking would necessitate analyzing the hourly rates for equivalent labor categories and the overall project duration against industry standards and government databases.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Systems Design Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Contractor Details
Address: 6361 WALKER LN STE 1100, ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22310
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $17,678,767
Exercised Options: $17,678,767
Current Obligation: $12,598,777
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS35F4406G
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-05-16
Current End Date: 2009-05-14
Potential End Date: 2009-05-14 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-12-06
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