FEMA awards $10.5M for Hurricane Dean air and ground ambulance services in Texas
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $10,490,226 ($10.5M)
Contractor: American Medical Response, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2007-08-18
End Date: 2007-12-05
Contract Duration: 109 days
Daily Burn Rate: $96.2K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: AIR AMBULANCE, GROUND AMBULANCE, AND PARA-TRANSIT SERVICES IN RESPONSE TO HURRICANE DEAN FOR SE TEXAS
Place of Performance
Location: SAN ANTONIO, BEXAR County, TEXAS, 78226
State: Texas Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $10.5 million to AMERICAN MEDICAL RESPONSE, INC. for work described as: AIR AMBULANCE, GROUND AMBULANCE, AND PARA-TRANSIT SERVICES IN RESPONSE TO HURRICANE DEAN FOR SE TEXAS Key points: 1. Contract awarded to American Medical Response, Inc. for emergency medical services. 2. Services provided in response to Hurricane Dean in Southeast Texas. 3. Contract value of $10,490,226.02. 4. Duration of the contract was 109 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $10.5M for a 109-day period appears reasonable given the emergency nature and scope of services required for hurricane response. Benchmarking against similar disaster relief contracts is difficult due to unique circumstances.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. The firm-fixed-price structure likely provided price certainty for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used to procure essential emergency medical services during a natural disaster, ensuring public safety and health.
Public Impact
Ensured critical medical transport during a major hurricane. Provided vital services to affected communities in Southeast Texas. Supported FEMA's disaster response and recovery efforts.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Contract awarded during a declared emergency, potentially limiting full market analysis.
- Short contract duration may indicate a need for rapid deployment and potentially higher unit costs.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized.
- Firm-fixed-price contract provides cost certainty.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under emergency response services, a critical but often unpredictable sector. Spending benchmarks are highly variable due to the nature of disaster relief.
Small Business Impact
No specific information is provided regarding small business participation in this contract. The awardee is American Medical Response, Inc., a large national provider.
Oversight & Accountability
FEMA, as part of the Department of Homeland Security, is responsible for overseeing disaster response contracts. The award was a delivery order under a larger contract vehicle.
Related Government Programs
- Ambulance Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Federal Emergency Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Emergency procurement may limit competitive analysis.
- Short-term contract could indicate higher unit costs.
- Potential for price escalation in disaster scenarios.
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.
Tags
ambulance-services, department-of-homeland-security, tx, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $10.5 million to AMERICAN MEDICAL RESPONSE, INC.. AIR AMBULANCE, GROUND AMBULANCE, AND PARA-TRANSIT SERVICES IN RESPONSE TO HURRICANE DEAN FOR SE TEXAS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is AMERICAN MEDICAL RESPONSE, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Federal Emergency Management Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $10.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-08-18. End: 2007-12-05.
Was the pricing competitive given the emergency context?
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive process. However, the emergency nature of hurricane response can influence pricing dynamics, potentially leading to higher costs than standard service contracts. A detailed cost analysis would be needed to confirm true competitiveness.
What are the risks associated with sole-source or limited competition in disaster response?
Sole-source or limited competition in disaster response can lead to inflated prices, reduced service quality, and limited innovation. It bypasses the benefits of a competitive market, potentially resulting in less value for taxpayer money and slower response times if the chosen vendor is unable to scale effectively.
How effective were these services in meeting the needs of the affected population?
The effectiveness of the air and ground ambulance services is directly tied to their ability to provide timely and adequate medical transport during Hurricane Dean. While the contract was awarded, the ultimate measure of effectiveness lies in patient outcomes and the extent to which critical medical needs were met in the disaster zone.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Health Care and Social Assistance › Other Ambulatory Health Care Services › Ambulance Services
Product/Service Code: MEDICAL SERVICES › OTHER MEDICAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, Inc.
Address: 6200 S SYRACUSE WAY, ENGLEWOOD, CO, 80111
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $42,550,585
Exercised Options: $42,550,585
Current Obligation: $10,490,226
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HSFEHQ07D0589
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-08-18
Current End Date: 2007-12-05
Potential End Date: 2007-12-05 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-04-02
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