VA's $107M Patient Centered Community Care Contract Awarded to TriWest Healthcare Alliance Corp

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $107,370,952 ($107.4M)

Contractor: Triwest Healthcare Alliance Corp

Awarding Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs

Start Date: 2019-10-01

End Date: 2020-09-30

Contract Duration: 365 days

Daily Burn Rate: $294.2K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE INCENTIVE

Sector: Healthcare

Official Description: SERVICES FOR THE PATIENT CENTERED COMMUNITY CARE (PC3) CONTRACT FOR THE OFFICE OF COMMUNITY CARE (OCC).

Place of Performance

Location: PHOENIX, MARICOPA County, ARIZONA, 85053

State: Arizona Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Veterans Affairs obligated $107.4 million to TRIWEST HEALTHCARE ALLIANCE CORP for work described as: SERVICES FOR THE PATIENT CENTERED COMMUNITY CARE (PC3) CONTRACT FOR THE OFFICE OF COMMUNITY CARE (OCC). Key points: 1. Contract value of $107.37M for community care services. 2. Awarded to TriWest Healthcare Alliance Corp. 3. Managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs. 4. Focuses on physician offices, specifically for community care. 5. Utilized full and open competition.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The contract value of $107.37M for a one-year period appears reasonable given the scope of community care services for veterans. Benchmarking against similar large-scale healthcare service contracts 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, suggesting a robust price discovery process. This method allows multiple vendors to bid, potentially leading to more competitive pricing.

Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently by securing the best value for the services provided.

Public Impact

Ensures veterans receive necessary medical services in their communities. Supports the VA's mission to provide comprehensive healthcare. Potentially reduces wait times for specialized care. Enhances access to healthcare providers outside of VA facilities.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Contract duration is only one year, requiring frequent re-competition.
Fixed Price Incentive contract type can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully.

Positive Signals

Full and open competition utilized.
Contract aims to improve veteran healthcare access.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the healthcare sector, specifically focusing on the provision of physician services. Spending benchmarks for similar community care contracts with the VA would be relevant for a deeper analysis.

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 small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

The Department of Veterans Affairs is responsible for oversight of this contract. The effectiveness of oversight would depend on performance metrics and regular reviews.

Related Government Programs

Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists)
Department of Veterans Affairs Contracting
Department of Veterans Affairs Programs

Risk Flags

Potential for cost overruns due to Fixed Price Incentive contract type.
Short contract duration may lead to administrative burden and frequent re-competition.
Reliance on external providers could introduce variability in care quality.
Effectiveness of oversight is not detailed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Veterans Affairs awarded $107.4 million to TRIWEST HEALTHCARE ALLIANCE CORP. SERVICES FOR THE PATIENT CENTERED COMMUNITY CARE (PC3) CONTRACT FOR THE OFFICE OF COMMUNITY CARE (OCC).

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is TRIWEST HEALTHCARE ALLIANCE CORP.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Veterans Affairs (Department of Veterans Affairs).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $107.4 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2019-10-01. End: 2020-09-30.

What was the specific performance of TriWest Healthcare Alliance Corp under this contract?

Performance data for TriWest Healthcare Alliance Corp under this specific contract is not provided in the given data. A comprehensive review would require access to performance reports, quality metrics, and any documented issues or successes related to veteran care delivery and provider network management.

What were the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to evaluate the success of this community care contract?

The provided data does not specify the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract. Typically, for community care contracts, KPIs would include metrics such as veteran satisfaction, appointment wait times, network adequacy, quality of care, and cost-effectiveness compared to VA direct care.

How did the pricing of this contract compare to other similar community care contracts awarded by the VA or other federal agencies?

A direct comparison of pricing is difficult without specific cost breakdowns and service utilization data. However, the contract's fixed-price incentive structure suggests an attempt to balance cost control with quality outcomes. Benchmarking against similar contracts would reveal if the $107.37M value was competitive.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Health Care and Social Assistance › Offices of Physicians › Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists)

Product/Service Code: MEDICAL SERVICES › OTHER MEDICAL SERVICES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Pricing Type: FIXED PRICE INCENTIVE (L)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 16010 N 28TH AVE, PHOENIX, AZ, 85053

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $107,370,952

Exercised Options: $107,370,952

Current Obligation: $107,370,952

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: VA79113D0054

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline