HHS Awards $2.27M Task Order for Dentist Services to BSDENT, PLC

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $22,720 ($22.7K)

Contractor: Bsdent, PLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services

Start Date: 2018-07-18

End Date: 2019-01-31

Contract Duration: 197 days

Daily Burn Rate: $115/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Healthcare

Official Description: DENTIST AUG - NOV TASK ORDER

Place of Performance

Location: FORT YATES, SIOUX County, NORTH DAKOTA, 58538

State: North Dakota Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Health and Human Services obligated $22,720 to BSDENT, PLC for work described as: DENTIST AUG - NOV TASK ORDER Key points: 1. The contract value is $2.27 million for services provided between August and November. 2. Competition was full and open after exclusion of sources, indicating a competitive process. 3. The contract is firm fixed price, which helps control costs. 4. Services are for dentists, falling under the healthcare sector.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The contract value of $2.27 million for a 4-month period appears reasonable given the nature of dental services. Benchmarking against similar contracts for specialized medical personnel 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 after exclusion of sources. This method generally promotes price discovery and ensures fair market value is obtained.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for necessary dental services.

Public Impact

Provides essential dental care to beneficiaries of the Indian Health Service. Supports healthcare access in North Dakota. Ensures continuity of dental services through a task order mechanism.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Positive Signals

Firm Fixed Price contract type
Full and Open Competition

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the Healthcare sector, specifically for dental services. Spending benchmarks for healthcare services can vary widely based on specialization and geographic location.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved in this specific task order. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

The award was made by the Indian Health Service, a component of HHS, suggesting established oversight mechanisms. The task order structure implies it's part of a larger contracting vehicle.

Related Government Programs

Offices of Dentists
Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
Indian Health Service Programs

Risk Flags

Lack of specific performance metrics
Limited detail on quality of care
Potential for unstated reasons for source exclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Health and Human Services awarded $22,720 to BSDENT, PLC. DENTIST AUG - NOV TASK ORDER

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is BSDENT, PLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Health and Human Services (Indian Health Service).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $22,720.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2018-07-18. End: 2019-01-31.

What is the average cost per dentist per month for these services?

Without specific details on the number of dentists or hours worked, calculating an average cost per dentist per month is not possible from the provided data. The total value of $2.27 million over approximately 4 months suggests a significant operational cost, likely encompassing personnel, equipment, and overhead for the dental services provided.

What were the specific reasons for excluding other sources prior to the full and open competition?

The exclusion of sources prior to full and open competition typically occurs when specific capabilities or geographic requirements necessitate a narrower initial search. The rationale behind this exclusion would need to be documented in the contract's justification and approval (J&A) to ensure it was appropriate and did not unduly limit competition.

How does the quality of care provided by BSDENT, PLC compare to other dental providers in the region?

The provided data does not contain information regarding the quality of care. Performance metrics, patient satisfaction surveys, and clinical outcome data would be necessary to assess the quality of services rendered by BSDENT, PLC compared to other providers.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Health Care and Social Assistance › Offices of Dentists › Offices of Dentists

Product/Service Code: MEDICAL SERVICES › MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND SURGICAL SVCS

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Solicitation ID: RFQ18039

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 812 BURLINGTON DR STE 300, BISMARCK, ND, 58504

Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Sole Proprietorship, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business, Women Owned Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $22,720

Exercised Options: $22,720

Current Obligation: $22,720

Contract Characteristics

Multi-Year Contract: Yes

Commercial Item: PRODUCTS OR SERVICES PURSUANT TO FAR 12.102(F)

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: HHSI241201800023I

IDV Type: IDC

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