HHS CDC Awards $222K Purchase Order to Synergy America for Technical Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $222,192 ($222.2K)
Contractor: Synergy America, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2022-07-27
End Date: 2024-07-31
Contract Duration: 735 days
Daily Burn Rate: $302/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED UNDER SAP
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: SYNERGY AMERICA
Place of Performance
Location: DULUTH, GWINNETT County, GEORGIA, 30097
State: Georgia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $222,192.35 to SYNERGY AMERICA, INC. for work described as: SYNERGY AMERICA Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Synergy America, Inc. for 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services'. 2. The contract is a Purchase Order with a Firm Fixed Price type. 3. No small business set-aside was indicated for this contract. 4. The contract duration is 735 days, ending July 31, 2024.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The total award amount is $222,192.35. Without specific deliverables or a comparison to similar services, assessing the value is difficult. The lack of competition raises concerns about potential overpricing.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was not competed under SAP, indicating a limited competition approach. This method may not yield the best price discovery, potentially leading to higher costs for taxpayers.
Taxpayer Impact: Limited competition can result in higher prices than a fully competitive process, impacting taxpayer value.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may not have received the best value due to limited competition. The specific services provided are broadly categorized, making it hard to assess their direct public impact. The contract duration of nearly two years warrants scrutiny for continued necessity and performance.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition
- Lack of detailed service description
- No small business participation
Positive Signals
- Firm Fixed Price contract type can control costs
- Awarded by a major agency (HHS CDC)
Sector Analysis
The 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' category is broad. Benchmarking requires more specific service details, but typical government spending in this area can range widely based on complexity.
Small Business Impact
This contract does not appear to have been set aside for small businesses, nor is there an indication of small business subcontracting. This misses an opportunity to support small business growth.
Oversight & Accountability
The award being a Purchase Order under limited competition suggests less rigorous oversight than a full and open competition. Further review of the justification for limited competition is recommended.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of transparency in competition justification
- Broad service category limits value assessment
- Potential for inflated pricing due to limited competition
- No small business participation noted
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-health-and-human-services, ga, purchase-order, 100k-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $222,192.35 to SYNERGY AMERICA, INC.. SYNERGY AMERICA
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SYNERGY AMERICA, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Health and Human Services (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $222,192.35.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2022-07-27. End: 2024-07-31.
What specific technical services were provided under this contract, and how do they align with the CDC's mission?
The contract falls under NAICS code 541990, 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.' Without a more detailed statement of work, it's challenging to ascertain the precise services. These could range from data analysis support to specialized scientific consulting. Their alignment with the CDC's mission would depend on the specific tasks performed, which are not detailed in the provided data.
What was the justification for not competing this contract more broadly, and what price analysis was performed?
The data indicates the contract was 'NOT COMPETED UNDER SAP,' suggesting limited competition. The specific justification is not provided. Typically, agencies must document reasons like urgency, sole-source availability, or specific technical requirements. The impact on price discovery is significant; limited competition often leads to higher prices than a robustly competed contract, necessitating thorough price analysis by the agency.
How effectively did this contract support the CDC's objectives, and was the pricing reasonable for the services rendered?
Effectiveness is difficult to gauge without knowing the specific deliverables and outcomes. The broad service category and limited competition raise questions about whether the CDC achieved optimal value. A firm fixed price helps control costs, but the reasonableness of that price hinges on the market rate for the specific, albeit undefined, technical services provided.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › IT AND TELECOM - APLLICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT COMPETED UNDER SAP
Solicitation Procedures: SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION
Solicitation ID: 75D301-22-Q-74891
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 6340 SUGARLOAF PKWY STE 200, DULUTH, GA, 30097
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, DoT Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, Economically Disadvantaged Women Owned Small Business, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, Indian (Subcontinent) American Owned Business, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $242,192
Exercised Options: $232,192
Current Obligation: $222,192
Actual Outlays: $222,192
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Timeline
Start Date: 2022-07-27
Current End Date: 2024-07-31
Potential End Date: 2024-07-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-04-06
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