HHS awards $4.3M to I3 Federal LLC for COVID-19 data management support

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $4,330,815 ($4.3M)

Contractor: I3 Federal LLC

Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services

Start Date: 2021-04-21

End Date: 2022-04-20

Contract Duration: 364 days

Daily Burn Rate: $11.9K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: IT

Official Description: HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES ? OFFICE OF THE CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER (HHS-OCIO) COVID-19 HHS CARES SUPPORT TO MAINTAIN ENTERPRISE DATA MANAGEMENT & SECURE DATA ECOSYSTEM

Place of Performance

Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20001

State: District of Columbia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Health and Human Services obligated $4.3 million to I3 FEDERAL LLC for work described as: HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES ? OFFICE OF THE CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER (HHS-OCIO) COVID-19 HHS CARES SUPPORT TO MAINTAIN ENTERPRISE DATA MANAGEMENT & SECURE DATA ECOSYSTEM Key points: 1. Contract awarded to I3 Federal LLC for enterprise data management and secure data ecosystem. 2. Spending is for COVID-19 related support within HHS-OCIO. 3. The contract value is $4.33 million over a 364-day period. 4. This falls under 'Other Computer Related Services' (NAICS 541519).

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $4.33 million for a one-year period appears reasonable for specialized IT support in data management and security, especially given the context of COVID-19 response efforts. Benchmarking against similar contracts for enterprise data management services would provide a clearer picture of its competitiveness.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: limited

The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES,' indicating a limited competition. This method may not have resulted in the most competitive pricing possible, as fewer vendors were considered.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for critical IT infrastructure support related to public health initiatives. The limited competition raises questions about whether the best possible price was secured.

Public Impact

Ensures continuity of essential data management services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Supports the security and integrity of sensitive health data. Contributes to the operational effectiveness of HHS's information technology infrastructure.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Limited competition may have led to suboptimal pricing.
Lack of detailed performance metrics makes value assessment difficult.

Positive Signals

Addresses critical IT needs for public health data.
Supports ongoing operations during a national emergency.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically focusing on data management and security. Spending benchmarks for similar IT support contracts within federal agencies can vary widely based on scope and complexity, but $4.33 million for a year of specialized services is within a common range.

Small Business Impact

The contract was not awarded to a small business (sb: false). There is no indication of subcontracting opportunities for small businesses within the provided data.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). Oversight would typically involve contract management by HHS officials to ensure performance and adherence to terms.

Related Government Programs

Other Computer Related Services
Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration Programs

Risk Flags

Limited competition
Lack of detailed service scope
No performance metrics provided
Not awarded to a small business

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Health and Human Services awarded $4.3 million to I3 FEDERAL LLC. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES ? OFFICE OF THE CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER (HHS-OCIO) COVID-19 HHS CARES SUPPORT TO MAINTAIN ENTERPRISE DATA MANAGEMENT & SECURE DATA ECOSYSTEM

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is I3 FEDERAL 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 $4.3 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2021-04-21. End: 2022-04-20.

What specific services are included under 'enterprise data management & secure data ecosystem' to justify the $4.33 million cost?

The provided data lacks specific details on the services rendered. Typically, such services could include data architecture, data governance, data warehousing, data analytics support, cybersecurity measures for data, and cloud data management. A comprehensive understanding of the scope is needed to fully assess the value for money.

What were the reasons for excluding other sources, and how did this impact the final price?

The data states 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES,' but does not detail the specific reasons for exclusion. This implies a justification was made, potentially due to unique capabilities or prior performance. However, excluding sources inherently limits the competitive pool, which can lead to higher prices than a truly open competition might yield.

How effectively did I3 Federal LLC maintain the enterprise data management and secure data ecosystem during the contract period?

Effectiveness is not directly measurable from the provided data. Key performance indicators (KPIs) related to data availability, security incident rates, data quality, and system uptime would be necessary to assess performance. Without these metrics, it's difficult to determine the actual effectiveness of the services provided.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Other Computer Related Services

Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › IT AND TELECOM - PLATFORM

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Solicitation ID: OS275691

Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 12030 HENDERSON RD, CLIFTON, VA, 20124

Business Categories: Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $4,330,815

Exercised Options: $4,330,815

Current Obligation: $4,330,815

Actual Outlays: $4,330,815

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: NNG15SD31B

IDV Type: GWAC

Timeline