HHS Awards $2.67M Contract to Runyara, LLC for Acquisition Support Services
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $2,666,657 ($2.7M)
Contractor: Runyara, LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2025-07-18
End Date: 2026-07-17
Contract Duration: 364 days
Daily Burn Rate: $7.3K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: OFFICE OF ACQUISITION MANAGEMENT SERVICES (OAMS) ACQUISITION SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: OCCOQUAN, PRINCE WILLIAM County, VIRGINIA, 22125
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $2.7 million to RUNYARA, LLC for work described as: OFFICE OF ACQUISITION MANAGEMENT SERVICES (OAMS) ACQUISITION SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract value of $2.67 million for administrative management consulting. 2. Runyara, LLC is the sole awardee, raising competition concerns. 3. The contract is a Time and Materials type, potentially increasing cost risk. 4. This falls under Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract is awarded on a Time and Materials basis, which can lead to cost overruns if not closely managed. Without a competitive bidding process, it's difficult to assess if the pricing is optimal compared to market rates for similar administrative management consulting services.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
The contract is not available for competition, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and potentially leads to higher costs for taxpayers as there is no competitive pressure to offer the best value.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition for this $2.67 million contract means taxpayers may not be receiving the most cost-effective solution for acquisition support services.
Public Impact
Taxpayers may be overpaying due to the absence of competitive bidding. The effectiveness of the acquisition support services provided by Runyara, LLC is unproven through competition. Potential for increased costs due to the Time and Materials contract type.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award
- Time and Materials contract type
- Lack of competition
Positive Signals
- Contract awarded to a specific company for needed services
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (NAICS 541611). Spending in this sector can vary widely, but competitive procurement is generally expected to ensure value for money.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business (ss: false, sb: false).
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is a definitive contract with a clear start and end date, suggesting a defined scope. However, the sole-source nature warrants close oversight to ensure performance and cost control.
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
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award limits competition and price discovery.
- Time and Materials contract type poses a risk of cost overruns.
- No indication of small business participation.
- Lack of transparency regarding the justification for sole-source award.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-health-and-human-services, va, definitive-contract, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $2.7 million to RUNYARA, LLC. OFFICE OF ACQUISITION MANAGEMENT SERVICES (OAMS) ACQUISITION SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is RUNYARA, 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 $2.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-07-18. End: 2026-07-17.
What is the justification for the sole-source award, and how does it ensure fair and reasonable pricing?
The justification for a sole-source award is critical for understanding why competition was bypassed. Agencies must demonstrate that only one source can meet the requirement. Without this justification, it's difficult to assess if the pricing is fair and reasonable, as the usual market forces of competition are absent. This lack of transparency can raise concerns about potential overspending.
What are the specific performance metrics and oversight mechanisms in place to manage the Time and Materials contract?
Given the Time and Materials (T&M) contract type, robust performance metrics and stringent oversight are essential to control costs and ensure effectiveness. The agency should have clear deliverables, milestones, and regular reviews to monitor the contractor's progress and the hours billed. Without these, T&M contracts can easily exceed their estimated value, leading to taxpayer losses.
How will the effectiveness of Runyara, LLC's acquisition support services be evaluated post-award?
Evaluating the effectiveness of acquisition support services is crucial, especially for sole-source contracts. The Department of Health and Human Services should establish clear key performance indicators (KPIs) tied to the contract's objectives. Regular performance reviews and feedback mechanisms will be necessary to gauge whether Runyara, LLC is delivering the expected value and contributing to the agency's mission efficiently.
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: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: 75P00125R00027
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 362 NORTH SAINT ASAPH STREET, ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22314
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $3,999,985
Exercised Options: $2,666,657
Current Obligation: $2,666,657
Actual Outlays: $1,175,248
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-07-18
Current End Date: 2026-07-17
Potential End Date: 2027-01-17 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-02-12
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