HHS awards $26.8M for Emergency Relief Services to American Canyon Solutions Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $26,788,210 ($26.8M)
Contractor: American Canyon Solutions Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2015-12-24
End Date: 2016-10-31
Contract Duration: 312 days
Daily Burn Rate: $85.9K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Healthcare
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF WRAP AROUND FIRST TASK ORDER ACF/ORR
Place of Performance
Location: MURRIETA, RIVERSIDE County, CALIFORNIA, 92562
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $26.8 million to AMERICAN CANYON SOLUTIONS INC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF WRAP AROUND FIRST TASK ORDER ACF/ORR Key points: 1. Contract awarded for Emergency and Other Relief Services. 2. American Canyon Solutions Inc. is the contractor. 3. The contract was awarded under full and open competition. 4. The contract duration is 312 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $26.8 million for a 312-day period appears high for the services rendered, especially considering the lack of specific performance metrics provided. Benchmarking against similar emergency relief contracts is difficult without more detailed service descriptions.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the time and materials pricing structure may not guarantee the most cost-effective outcome for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers may be impacted by potentially inflated costs due to the time and materials pricing model, which can be less predictable than fixed-price contracts.
Public Impact
Public funds are being used for emergency relief services. The contract supports the Department of Health and Human Services' mission. Transparency in the use of these funds is crucial for public trust.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials pricing can lead to cost overruns.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics makes value assessment difficult.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Contract supports critical emergency relief services.
Sector Analysis
The Emergency and Other Relief Services sector often involves unpredictable demands and rapid deployment. Spending benchmarks can vary widely based on the nature and scale of the emergency.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication that small businesses were involved in this contract award, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was sought or achieved.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight is necessary to ensure that the time and materials billing is accurate and that the services provided align with the contract's objectives and deliver value for the funds expended.
Related Government Programs
- Emergency and Other Relief Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to Time and Materials pricing.
- Lack of specific performance metrics hinders value assessment.
- Limited insight into the specific services provided.
- No clear indication of small business participation.
Tags
emergency-and-other-relief-services, department-of-health-and-human-services, ca, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $26.8 million to AMERICAN CANYON SOLUTIONS INC. IGF::OT::IGF WRAP AROUND FIRST TASK ORDER ACF/ORR
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is AMERICAN CANYON SOLUTIONS 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 $26.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2015-12-24. End: 2016-10-31.
What specific emergency relief services were provided under this contract, and how do they align with the stated need?
The provided data indicates the contract is for 'Emergency and Other Relief Services' under NAICS code 624230. However, specific details about the services rendered are not included. To assess alignment, a review of the task orders, deliverables, and performance reports would be necessary to understand the exact nature of the relief provided and its relevance to the HHS mission.
What was the competitive landscape for this contract, and were there any concerns about price discovery?
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION,' suggesting multiple bidders were eligible. However, the 'TIME AND MATERIALS' pricing structure raises concerns about price discovery. This model can incentivize longer project durations and higher costs, potentially limiting the government's ability to secure the most cost-effective solution compared to fixed-price contracts.
How effectively did this contract meet its objectives, and what was the overall value for taxpayer money?
Assessing the effectiveness and value for taxpayer money is challenging with the current data. While the contract addressed emergency relief needs, the time and materials pricing and lack of detailed performance metrics make it difficult to determine if the $26.8 million was spent efficiently. A post-award review of performance outcomes and cost reasonableness would be needed for a definitive evaluation.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Health Care and Social Assistance › Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services › Emergency and Other Relief Services
Product/Service Code: SOCIAL SERVICES › SOCIAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: 15233SOL00531
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 41615 REAGAN WAY, MURRIETA, CA, 92562
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $26,788,210
Exercised Options: $26,788,210
Current Obligation: $26,788,210
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HHSP233201600005I
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2015-12-24
Current End Date: 2016-10-31
Potential End Date: 2016-10-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2018-03-05
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