HHS awards $2.05M for Assisted Acquisitions Support Services to Copper River Technologies, LLC

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $2,052,699 ($2.1M)

Contractor: Copper River Technologies, LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services

Start Date: 2019-04-01

End Date: 2019-11-30

Contract Duration: 243 days

Daily Burn Rate: $8.4K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Number of Offers Received: 17

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS

Sector: Other

Official Description: ASSISTED ACQUISITIONS SUPPORT SERVICES

Place of Performance

Location: FAIRFAX, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22033

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Health and Human Services obligated $2.1 million to COPPER RIVER TECHNOLOGIES, LLC for work described as: ASSISTED ACQUISITIONS SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract value is $2.05 million for 7 months of service. 2. Competition was full and open after exclusion of sources. 3. Risk appears low due to short duration and defined scope. 4. Services fall under Administrative Management and General Management Consulting.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The contract value of $2.05 million for 7 months of service appears reasonable for administrative management consulting. Benchmarking against similar contracts for specialized acquisition support 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, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method generally promotes price discovery and ensures fair market value.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award suggests taxpayers are likely receiving fair value for the services rendered.

Public Impact

Ensures efficient acquisition processes within HHS. Supports critical administrative functions of the agency. Provides specialized expertise in contract management.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Positive Signals

Full and open competition utilized.
Clear contract type (Time and Materials).
Defined period of performance.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the professional services sector, specifically administrative management consulting. Spending in this area is common across federal agencies for specialized support functions.

Small Business Impact

The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved in this specific award, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration, suggesting internal oversight. The 'VA' status indicates it is a VA-awarded contract, implying specific VA oversight mechanisms.

Related Government Programs

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration Programs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Health and Human Services awarded $2.1 million to COPPER RIVER TECHNOLOGIES, LLC. ASSISTED ACQUISITIONS SUPPORT SERVICES

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is COPPER RIVER TECHNOLOGIES, LLC.

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Health and Human Services (Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $2.1 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2019-04-01. End: 2019-11-30.

What specific metrics were used to evaluate the performance of Copper River Technologies, LLC under this contract?

Performance metrics would typically be outlined in the contract's Statement of Work (SOW) and could include factors like timeliness of deliverables, quality of reports, adherence to budget, and client satisfaction. The agency's contract performance database or final performance review would contain this information.

Were there any challenges or disputes encountered during the performance of this contract?

The provided data does not detail any challenges or disputes. Contract performance reports, modification history, or agency procurement records would be the primary sources for identifying any issues that arose during the contract's lifecycle.

How did the final cost compare to the initial estimated cost for this acquisition?

The data shows the final award amount was $2,052,699.20. Without an initial estimated cost or ceiling, a direct comparison is not possible. Time and Materials contracts often have a ceiling, and the final cost reflects actual labor and material usage up to that limit.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services

Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Solicitation ID: 18233SOL00347

Offers Received: 17

Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Alaska Native Government Services,LLC

Address: 1577 C ST STE 201, ANCHORAGE, AK, 99501

Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Category Business, Corporate Entity Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, Tribally Owned Firm, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $21,962,724

Exercised Options: $2,052,699

Current Obligation: $2,052,699

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

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