HHS Awards $13.9M for Computer Systems Design Services to Digital Management LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $13,950,256 ($14.0M)
Contractor: Digital Management LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2015-08-07
End Date: 2020-09-06
Contract Duration: 1,857 days
Daily Burn Rate: $7.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF
Place of Performance
Location: BETHESDA, MONTGOMERY County, MARYLAND, 20817
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $14.0 million to DIGITAL MANAGEMENT LLC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Digital Management LLC for computer systems design. 2. The contract value is $13.9 million over 1857 days. 3. Competition was full and open after exclusion of sources. 4. The sector is Information Technology (IT) services. 5. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $13.9 million for computer systems design services appears reasonable given the duration of 1857 days. Benchmarking against similar contracts for IT services of this scope and duration would provide a more precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition after exclusion of sources, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and ensures fair market value.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process suggests that taxpayers are likely receiving fair value for the services rendered.
Public Impact
Ensures continued IT support for HHS operations. Supports the Department of Health and Human Services' administrative functions. Provides essential computer systems design services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Firm Fixed Price contract type.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically computer systems design. The benchmark for IT services can vary widely based on specialization and contract duration, but $13.9M over nearly 5 years for a federal agency is a significant but not unusual award.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this specific award, as the contract was awarded to Digital Management LLC, and the 'sb' field is false. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were excluded or simply did not bid.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration. Oversight would typically involve contract performance monitoring and adherence to federal acquisition regulations.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Systems Design Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- No information on specific services provided beyond the NAICS code.
- Absence of competitor bid data for direct comparison.
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 $14.0 million to DIGITAL MANAGEMENT LLC. IGF::OT::IGF
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is DIGITAL MANAGEMENT LLC.
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 $14.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2015-08-07. End: 2020-09-06.
What specific computer systems design services were rendered under this contract?
The contract specifies 'Computer Systems Design Services' (NAICS 541512). This broad category can encompass a wide range of activities including designing and developing custom computer systems, integrating hardware and software products, and providing consulting services related to IT infrastructure. Specific deliverables and project details would be found in the contract's statement of work.
Were there any performance issues or contract modifications that impacted the final cost?
The provided data does not detail contract performance or modifications. A review of contract modification history and performance reports would be necessary to assess if any issues arose that affected the final cost or delivery timeline. The 'dur' field indicates a planned duration of 1857 days.
How does the awarded amount compare to the government estimate or bids from other competitors?
The data does not include the government estimate or the bids from other competitors. While the contract was awarded under full and open competition, a direct comparison of the awarded amount ($13.9M) to other bids or estimates is not possible with the given information. This comparison is crucial for a thorough value assessment.
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
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: QTA609MCA0010
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 6550 ROCK SPRING DR 7TH FLOOR, BETHESDA, MD, 20817
Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, Indian (Subcontinent) American Owned Business, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $13,950,256
Exercised Options: $13,950,256
Current Obligation: $13,950,256
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS06F0673Z
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2015-08-07
Current End Date: 2020-09-06
Potential End Date: 2020-09-06 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-03-27
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