HHS awards $11.1M for Other Professional Services to Kelly & Dewitt Inc. via full and open competition
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $11,111,754 ($11.1M)
Contractor: Kelly & Dewitt Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2005-04-01
End Date: 2013-12-11
Contract Duration: 3,176 days
Daily Burn Rate: $3.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: OTHER (APPLIES TO AWARDS WHERE NONE OF THE ABOVE APPLY)
Sector: Other
Official Description: OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: BETHESDA, MONTGOMERY County, MARYLAND, 20817
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $11.1 million to KELLY & DEWITT INC for work described as: OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Key points: 1. Spending on 'Other Professional Services' is broad, making direct comparisons challenging. 2. The contract duration of 3176 days (over 8 years) suggests a long-term need. 3. Lack of small business participation is noted. 4. The award value is moderate for a long-term professional services contract.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
Benchmarking for 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' is difficult due to its broad nature. The contract value of $11.1M over 8 years averages approximately $1.4M annually, which is within a reasonable range for specialized professional services.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded using full and open competition after exclusion of sources, indicating a competitive process. This method generally promotes price discovery and ensures fair market value is obtained.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for necessary professional services.
Public Impact
Citizens benefit from specialized professional services supporting critical health research. The long contract duration indicates a sustained need for these services. The absence of small business participation may limit opportunities for smaller firms in this sector.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- No small business participation reported.
Positive Signals
- Awarded via full and open competition.
- Long contract duration suggests sustained value.
Sector Analysis
The 'Other Professional Services' category (NAICS 541990) encompasses a wide array of services not elsewhere classified. Spending in this sector can vary significantly based on agency needs, from scientific consulting to specialized research support.
Small Business Impact
This contract did not report any small business participation. Agencies are encouraged to maximize small business contracting opportunities, and the absence here warrants attention for future procurements.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded through a competitive process, suggesting initial oversight. Ongoing oversight would focus on performance, adherence to contract terms, and continued justification of services rendered.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- National Institutes of Health Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of small business participation.
- Broad 'Other Professional Services' category makes specific value assessment difficult.
- Long contract duration requires ongoing justification of need and performance.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-health-and-human-services, md, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $11.1 million to KELLY & DEWITT INC. OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is KELLY & DEWITT INC.
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 $11.1 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2005-04-01. End: 2013-12-11.
What specific professional services were rendered under this contract?
The contract falls under NAICS code 541990, 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.' This broad category could include a wide range of activities such as scientific consulting, technical support, research services, or other specialized professional expertise not covered by more specific industry codes.
What was the justification for excluding other sources prior to full and open competition?
The data indicates 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES.' This suggests that while the competition was ultimately broad, there might have been an initial phase where specific sources were considered or excluded based on certain criteria before the broader competition was opened, requiring justification.
How does the annual cost compare to similar long-term professional service contracts within HHS?
An average annual cost of approximately $1.4 million for these 'Other Professional Services' is difficult to benchmark precisely without knowing the specific nature of the services. However, for long-term, specialized support contracts within a large agency like HHS, this figure appears within a reasonable range, assuming high-value, critical services are provided.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: OTHER (APPLIES TO AWARDS WHERE NONE OF THE ABOVE APPLY) (3)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 5524 CHARLCOTE RD, BETHESDA, MD, 20817
Business Categories: Category Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $11,111,754
Exercised Options: $11,111,754
Current Obligation: $11,111,754
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Timeline
Start Date: 2005-04-01
Current End Date: 2013-12-11
Potential End Date: 2013-12-11 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2022-03-31
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