HHS awards $26.7M for Management Support Services to STG International, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $26,730,173 ($26.7M)
Contractor: STG International, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2006-09-18
End Date: 2012-03-31
Contract Duration: 2,021 days
Daily Burn Rate: $13.2K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: OTHER MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: ALEXANDRIA, ALEXANDRIA CITY County, VIRGINIA, 22311
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $26.7 million to STG INTERNATIONAL, INC. for work described as: OTHER MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded for administrative management and general management consulting services. 2. STG International, Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. The contract spans over 5 years, indicating a long-term need. 4. The NAICS code 541611 suggests a focus on management consulting.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The total award value is $26.7 million over approximately 5.5 years. Without specific task order data or comparable contracts, assessing the value for money is difficult. The Time and Materials pricing structure can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: unknown
The contract type is listed as 'COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER', but the data does not specify the number of bidders or the competitive process details. This lack of transparency makes it hard to assess if true price discovery occurred.
Taxpayer Impact: The $26.7 million expenditure represents taxpayer funds allocated to management support services. The effectiveness and efficiency of these services will determine the ultimate value for taxpayers.
Public Impact
Taxpayers are funding administrative and management consulting services for the Department of Health and Human Services. The duration of the contract suggests ongoing reliance on external expertise for operational support. The specific impact on public health programs or services is not detailed in this award data.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of detailed competition information
- Potential for cost overruns with Time and Materials pricing
- Unclear impact on specific public services
Positive Signals
- Long-term contract indicates sustained need and potential for stable support
- Awarded to a single entity, potentially simplifying management
Sector Analysis
The 'OTHER MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES' category, under NAICS 541611, typically involves consulting firms providing expertise in areas like organizational efficiency, strategic planning, and administrative process improvement. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on agency needs and budget allocations.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved as subcontractors or prime contractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is managed by the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration within HHS. Oversight would involve monitoring performance, costs, and adherence to contract terms to ensure accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed competition metrics
- Potential for cost escalation due to Time and Materials pricing
- Absence of performance outcome data
- Limited insight into specific services rendered
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-health-and-human-services, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $26.7 million to STG INTERNATIONAL, INC.. OTHER MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is STG INTERNATIONAL, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Health and Human Services (Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $26.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-09-18. End: 2012-03-31.
What specific management challenges or needs did this contract address for the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration?
The contract likely addressed a need for specialized expertise in administrative management and general management consulting that the agency's internal staff could not fully provide. This could include areas like process optimization, strategic planning support, or operational efficiency improvements to support the Assistant Secretary's administrative functions and broader agency goals.
How effectively did the competitive process ensure a fair price for these management support services?
While designated as a 'COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER', the provided data lacks details on the number of bids received or the evaluation criteria used. Without this information, it's difficult to ascertain the level of competition and whether it truly drove a fair and reasonable price. The Time and Materials pricing structure also introduces risk if not rigorously managed.
What is the measurable impact of these management support services on the efficiency or effectiveness of HHS operations?
The provided data does not include metrics for measuring the impact of these services. To assess effectiveness, one would need to examine performance reports, task order outcomes, and qualitative feedback on how STG International's contributions improved administrative processes, strategic execution, or overall operational efficiency within the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 99 CANAL CENTER PLZ STE 500, ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22314
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Asian Pacific American Owned Business, Category Business, Minority Owned Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, Woman Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $35,400,700
Exercised Options: $28,103,295
Current Obligation: $26,730,173
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS10F0135R
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-09-18
Current End Date: 2012-03-31
Potential End Date: 2012-03-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-12-06
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