HHS awards $10.3M for CIT Security Program Support to Richard S. Carson & Associates Inc

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $10,339,609 ($10.3M)

Contractor: Richard S Carson & Associates Inc

Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services

Start Date: 2007-10-31

End Date: 2013-02-28

Contract Duration: 1,947 days

Daily Burn Rate: $5.3K/day

Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: OTHER (APPLIES TO AWARDS WHERE NONE OF THE ABOVE APPLY)

Sector: Other

Official Description: CIT: RICHARD S. CARSON - CIT SECURITY PROGRAM SUPPORT - NLM-08-004/RDB

Place of Performance

Location: BETHESDA, MONTGOMERY County, MARYLAND, 20894

State: Maryland Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Health and Human Services obligated $10.3 million to RICHARD S CARSON & ASSOCIATES INC for work described as: CIT: RICHARD S. CARSON - CIT SECURITY PROGRAM SUPPORT - NLM-08-004/RDB Key points: 1. The contract is for Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. 2. Awarded by the National Institutes of Health, a division of HHS. 3. The contract duration is over 4 years. 4. This was a competitive delivery order.

Value Assessment

Rating: good

The award amount of $10.3M over 4 years suggests a moderate annual spend. Benchmarking against similar contracts for administrative management consulting services would provide a clearer picture of value.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: unknown

This was a competitive delivery order, indicating that multiple vendors likely had an opportunity to bid. The competitive nature should have driven price discovery and ensured a reasonable cost.

Taxpayer Impact: The competitive award process suggests that taxpayer funds were likely used efficiently for this service.

Public Impact

Supports the National Institutes of Health's security programs. Provides administrative and management consulting services. The contract duration spans over four years, indicating ongoing support needs.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Positive Signals

Competitive award process
Clear service description

Sector Analysis

The sector is administrative management and general management consulting services. Spending in this area can vary widely depending on agency needs and project scope. Benchmarking against similar federal contracts for consulting services is crucial.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that this contract was not awarded to a small business. Further analysis would be needed to determine if small businesses were considered or had opportunities to participate.

Oversight & Accountability

The award was made by the Department of Health and Human Services, with oversight likely managed by the National Institutes of Health. Standard procurement regulations and contract management practices would apply.

Related Government Programs

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
National Institutes of Health Programs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Health and Human Services awarded $10.3 million to RICHARD S CARSON & ASSOCIATES INC. CIT: RICHARD S. CARSON - CIT SECURITY PROGRAM SUPPORT - NLM-08-004/RDB

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is RICHARD S CARSON & ASSOCIATES 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 $10.3 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2007-10-31. End: 2013-02-28.

What specific security programs were supported by this contract?

The provided data does not specify the exact security programs supported. Further investigation into the contract details or associated documentation would be required to identify the specific areas of support, such as physical security, cybersecurity, or personnel security, within the National Institutes of Health.

Were there any performance issues or contract modifications during its term?

The data does not indicate any performance issues or contract modifications. A review of contract performance reports, modification history, and any associated task orders would be necessary to assess the contractor's performance and any changes made to the original agreement.

How did the final cost compare to the initial estimated value?

The award amount is listed as $10,339,608.95. Without knowing the initial estimated value or the breakdown of expenditures over the contract's duration, it's impossible to definitively compare the final cost to the initial estimate. The provided 'a' field likely represents the total obligated amount.

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) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER

Solicitation Procedures: SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION

Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: OTHER (APPLIES TO AWARDS WHERE NONE OF THE ABOVE APPLY) (3)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 4720 MONTGOMERY LN STE 800, BETHESDA, MD, 20814

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Veteran Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $14,897,910

Exercised Options: $10,339,609

Current Obligation: $10,339,609

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GS00F0001N

IDV Type: FSS

Timeline