HHS awards $24.3M for Global HIV/AIDS Support to Northrop Grumman
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $24,285,407 ($24.3M)
Contractor: Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2011-07-15
End Date: 2014-09-29
Contract Duration: 1,172 days
Daily Burn Rate: $20.7K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: IT
Official Description: SUPPORT TO DIV OF GLOBAL HIV/AIDS (GAP), CTR FOR GLOBAL HEALTH (CGH)
Place of Performance
Location: ATLANTA, DEKALB County, GEORGIA, 30329
State: Georgia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $24.3 million to NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION for work described as: SUPPORT TO DIV OF GLOBAL HIV/AIDS (GAP), CTR FOR GLOBAL HEALTH (CGH) Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a large, established defense contractor. 2. Services are in Computer Systems Design, a competitive sector. 3. Risk of cost overruns due to Time and Materials pricing. 4. Spending is within the Health sector, specifically global health initiatives.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's Time and Materials pricing structure presents a risk for cost control. Benchmarking against similar Computer Systems Design Services contracts is difficult without more granular data on labor rates and hours.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process. However, the Time and Materials (T&M) pricing type can limit the government's ability to control costs compared to fixed-price contracts.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are used for global health initiatives, with potential for cost inefficiencies due to the T&M contract type.
Public Impact
Supports critical global HIV/AIDS programs. Funds allocated to a major contractor for IT services. Contract duration spans over three years. Geographic location of performance is Georgia.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials pricing
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Support for a vital public health program
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically computer systems design. Spending benchmarks for this category can vary widely based on the complexity and duration of the project.
Small Business Impact
The contract was not awarded to a small business. There is no indication of small business subcontracting goals or performance in the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically involve regular performance reviews and financial audits by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to ensure contract compliance and value for money.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Systems Design Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns due to T&M pricing.
- Lack of detailed performance metrics.
- Limited visibility into small business participation.
- Broad NAICS code makes precise benchmarking difficult.
Tags
computer-systems-design-services, department-of-health-and-human-services, ga, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $24.3 million to NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION. SUPPORT TO DIV OF GLOBAL HIV/AIDS (GAP), CTR FOR GLOBAL HEALTH (CGH)
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION.
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 $24.3 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2011-07-15. End: 2014-09-29.
What is the estimated cost per hour for the labor provided under this Time and Materials contract?
The provided data does not specify the estimated cost per hour for labor. Time and Materials contracts often have pre-negotiated hourly rates for different labor categories. Without these rates, it's impossible to assess the cost-effectiveness of the labor component or to benchmark it against industry standards.
How does the total contract value compare to similar IT support contracts for global health initiatives?
The total contract value of $24.3 million over approximately three years for global HIV/AIDS support is substantial. However, direct comparison to similar contracts is challenging without knowing the specific scope of work, deliverables, and the level of expertise required. The 'Computer Systems Design Services' NAICS code is broad.
What mechanisms are in place to ensure the effectiveness of the 'Computer Systems Design Services' provided?
Effectiveness is typically ensured through performance work statements, service level agreements, and regular performance evaluations by the contracting agency. While the contract was awarded under full and open competition, the Time and Materials pricing model places a greater onus on the government to actively monitor and manage contractor performance to ensure desired outcomes are achieved.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Systems Design Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: 2010N11852
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Northrop Grumman Corporation
Address: 7575 COLSHIRE DR, MCLEAN, VA, 22102
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $33,734,386
Exercised Options: $26,810,880
Current Obligation: $24,285,407
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HHSD200201037217I
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2011-07-15
Current End Date: 2014-09-29
Potential End Date: 2015-07-14 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2024-12-19
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