HHS awards $39.5M for NIMH IT services to Science Applications International Corporation under full and open competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $39,483,837 ($39.5M)
Contractor: Science Applications International Corporation
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2017-06-30
End Date: 2021-12-31
Contract Duration: 1,645 days
Daily Burn Rate: $24.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: IT
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF NIMH SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: MCLEAN, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22102
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $39.5 million to SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF NIMH SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Key points: 1. The contract value of $39.5M over 4 years for IT services is substantial. 2. Competition was full and open, suggesting a competitive pricing environment. 3. Risk appears moderate given the established contractor and fixed-price structure. 4. The sector is IT services, a common area for federal spending.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract's fixed-price nature provides cost certainty. Benchmarking against similar IT service contracts would be necessary for a definitive value assessment, but the award amount seems reasonable for the duration and scope.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which typically drives competitive pricing and ensures the government receives the best value. The use of a delivery order under a larger contract structure is standard.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process likely resulted in a fair price, maximizing taxpayer value for the IT services procured.
Public Impact
Supports critical research infrastructure at the National Institutes of Health. Ensures continuity of essential IT operations for NIMH. Impacts scientific research by providing necessary technological support.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 75 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Firm fixed price contract
- Long-term contract duration
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the IT services sector, specifically computer systems design. Federal spending in this area is consistently high, supporting agency operations and digital transformation initiatives.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small businesses were not directly involved in this specific contract award, as the prime contractor is a large business and the small business indicator is false.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded as a delivery order under a larger contract, suggesting existing oversight mechanisms. Further review of specific task orders and performance reports would be needed to assess ongoing accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Computer Systems Design Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- National Institutes of Health Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.
- No indication of small business subcontracting.
- Need for detailed benchmarking against similar IT contracts.
Tags
computer-systems-design-services, department-of-health-and-human-services, va, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $39.5 million to SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION. IGF::OT::IGF NIMH SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $39.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2017-06-30. End: 2021-12-31.
What specific IT services were provided under this contract, and how did they align with NIMH's research objectives?
The contract was for Computer Systems Design Services (NAICS 541512). These services likely encompassed the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of IT systems and infrastructure crucial for supporting the National Institute of Mental Health's (NIMH) research activities, data management, and scientific collaboration platforms.
Were there any performance issues or contract modifications that impacted the final cost or delivery timeline?
The provided data does not detail specific performance issues or modifications. However, the contract ran for its full duration with multiple delivery orders, suggesting generally stable performance. A deeper dive into contract modification history and performance reports would be needed for a comprehensive risk assessment.
How does the per-unit cost of these IT services compare to industry benchmarks for similar government contracts?
Without specific details on the units of service (e.g., hours, systems supported, projects completed), a direct per-unit cost comparison is not feasible. The total contract value of $39.5M over 1645 days (approx. $24,000/day) provides a general cost indicator, but detailed benchmarking requires granular service data.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Computer Systems Design and Related Services › Computer Systems Design Services
Product/Service Code: IT AND TELECOM - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS › ADP AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Solicitation ID: C39888O
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 12010 SUNSET HILLS RD, RESTON, VA, 20190
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $40,772,170
Exercised Options: $39,483,837
Current Obligation: $39,483,837
Actual Outlays: $1,801,385
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 6
Total Subaward Amount: $3,072,837
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HHSN316201200012W
IDV Type: GWAC
Timeline
Start Date: 2017-06-30
Current End Date: 2021-12-31
Potential End Date: 2021-12-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2024-11-14
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