HHS Awards $4.5M Contract to VAAS PROFESSIONALS, LLC for Support Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $4,495,788 ($4.5M)
Contractor: Vaas Professionals, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2024-09-16
End Date: 2027-09-15
Contract Duration: 1,094 days
Daily Burn Rate: $4.1K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: VFC AND PEAR SUPPORT CONTRACT
Place of Performance
Location: BROOKHAVEN, DEKALB County, GEORGIA, 30329
State: Georgia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $4.5 million to VAAS PROFESSIONALS, LLC for work described as: VFC AND PEAR SUPPORT CONTRACT Key points: 1. Contract value of $4.5M over approximately 3 years. 2. Limited competition due to 'NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION' status. 3. Risk of potentially higher costs due to lack of competitive bidding. 4. Services fall under 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract's pricing is difficult to assess without competitive benchmarks. The 'NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION' status suggests potential for overpricing compared to a fully competitive environment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
This contract was not available for competition, indicating a sole-source or limited source justification. This limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs for taxpayers.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds may be used less efficiently due to the absence of competitive pressure on pricing.
Public Impact
Public health support services are crucial for agency operations. Lack of competition raises concerns about the best use of taxpayer money. Transparency in contract awards is vital for public trust.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Limited competition
- Lack of pricing transparency
- Potential for cost overruns
Positive Signals
- Definitive contract awarded
- Firm fixed price contract type
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional, scientific, and technical services, a broad category. Benchmarks for similar support contracts can vary widely depending on the specific services rendered.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in this contract, either as prime contractors or subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight is crucial to ensure the services provided meet the needs of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and that the pricing remains reasonable, despite the limited competition.
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
- Limited competition
- Potential for overpricing
- Lack of transparency in award justification
- Difficulty in assessing value for money
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-health-and-human-services, ga, definitive-contract, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $4.5 million to VAAS PROFESSIONALS, LLC. VFC AND PEAR SUPPORT CONTRACT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is VAAS PROFESSIONALS, LLC.
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 $4.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2024-09-16. End: 2027-09-15.
What specific justification was provided for limiting competition on this contract?
The justification for limiting competition is not provided in the data. Typically, such limitations require a documented rationale, such as the unavailability of other sources, urgent needs, or specific technical requirements that only one vendor can meet. Further investigation into the contract file would be needed to determine the exact reason.
How does the awarded price compare to similar services procured competitively?
Without access to a competitive benchmark for identical or highly similar services, a direct comparison is not possible. The 'NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION' status inherently makes it difficult to ascertain if the price represents fair market value. A market research analysis would be required to estimate a competitive price range.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract to ensure effectiveness?
The provided data does not specify the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract. Effective oversight would require clearly defined KPIs tied to the scope of work, allowing the agency to measure the contractor's performance and ensure the services delivered are meeting the intended objectives and public health needs.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT › N – Health R&D Services
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: 75D301-24-R-73162
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 325 EDGEWOOD AVE SE, ATLANTA, GA, 30312
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Black American Owned Business, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, DoT Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $4,495,788
Exercised Options: $4,495,788
Current Obligation: $4,495,788
Actual Outlays: $2,464,904
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2024-09-16
Current End Date: 2027-09-15
Potential End Date: 2027-09-15 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-01-26
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