DHS FEMA awards $62.8M for Hurricane Ike Disaster Mission Support Ambulance Services to American Medical Response, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $62,812,279 ($62.8M)
Contractor: American Medical Response, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2008-09-09
End Date: 2012-07-12
Contract Duration: 1,402 days
Daily Burn Rate: $44.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 12
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Healthcare
Official Description: PROVIDE DISASTER MISSION SUPPORT AIR AND GROUND AMBULANCE AND PARA TRANSIT TRANSPORT SERVICES IN SUPPORT OF HURRRICANE IKE.
Place of Performance
Location: GREENWOOD VILLAGE, ARAPAHOE County, COLORADO, 80111
State: Colorado Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $62.8 million to AMERICAN MEDICAL RESPONSE, INC. for work described as: PROVIDE DISASTER MISSION SUPPORT AIR AND GROUND AMBULANCE AND PARA TRANSIT TRANSPORT SERVICES IN SUPPORT OF HURRRICANE IKE. Key points: 1. Significant contract awarded for critical disaster relief services. 2. Single awardee suggests potential for limited competition or specialized capability. 3. Long duration (1402 days) indicates sustained need for support. 4. Firm Fixed Price contract type provides cost certainty for the government.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The award of $62.8 million over approximately four years for ambulance and para-transit services appears reasonable given the scope of disaster support. Benchmarking against similar disaster response contracts would provide further validation.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating that multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives the best value.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition aims to secure cost-effective services for taxpayers, ensuring funds are used efficiently for disaster relief operations.
Public Impact
Ensures critical medical transportation during and after major disasters. Supports FEMA's ability to respond effectively to large-scale emergencies. Provides essential services to affected populations in disaster zones.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Potential for vendor lock-in due to long contract duration.
- Reliance on a single vendor for critical services could pose a risk if performance issues arise.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition.
- Firm Fixed Price contract provides cost predictability.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under the Ambulance Services sector, supporting emergency response and disaster relief. Spending in this area is highly variable, driven by the frequency and severity of natural disasters.
Small Business Impact
No specific information is provided regarding small business participation in this contract. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were involved as subcontractors or if opportunities were missed.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Homeland Security (FEMA), a major agency with established oversight mechanisms. The duration and value suggest regular performance monitoring would be in place.
Related Government Programs
- Ambulance Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Federal Emergency Management Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Long contract duration.
- Single awardee.
- Potential for sole-source if competition was limited in practice.
- Reliance on vendor for critical infrastructure.
Tags
ambulance-services, department-of-homeland-security, co, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $62.8 million to AMERICAN MEDICAL RESPONSE, INC.. PROVIDE DISASTER MISSION SUPPORT AIR AND GROUND AMBULANCE AND PARA TRANSIT TRANSPORT SERVICES IN SUPPORT OF HURRRICANE IKE.
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 $62.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-09-09. End: 2012-07-12.
What was the specific geographic area covered by the disaster mission support?
The data indicates the services were provided in support of Hurricane Ike, which primarily impacted the Texas Gulf Coast and parts of Louisiana. The specific operational areas within these regions would have been detailed in the contract's statement of work, likely focusing on areas declared disaster zones requiring federal assistance.
Were there any performance issues or contract modifications during the contract's lifespan?
The provided data does not detail performance issues or modifications. A comprehensive review of contract modification history and performance reports would be necessary to assess any deviations from the original terms, including potential scope changes, schedule adjustments, or pricing alterations due to unforeseen circumstances during the disaster response.
How did the final cost compare to initial estimates or bids received?
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting multiple bids were received. Without access to the bid data and initial cost estimates, it's impossible to definitively state how the final $62.8 million award compared. However, the firm fixed-price structure implies the awarded price was deemed acceptable and competitive at the time of award.
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
Solicitation ID: HSFEHQ-07-R-0069
Offers Received: 12
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, Inc. (UEI: 080405368)
Address: 6200 S SYRACUSE WAY, ENGLEWOOD, CO, 06
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $178,529,120
Exercised Options: $178,529,120
Current Obligation: $62,812,279
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HSFEHQ07D0589
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-09-09
Current End Date: 2012-07-12
Potential End Date: 2012-07-12 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2012-07-13
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