HHS awards $13.9M for Management Support to Leidos Biomedical Research Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $13,912,993 ($13.9M)
Contractor: Leidos Biomedical Research Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2003-07-15
End Date: 2008-07-14
Contract Duration: 1,826 days
Daily Burn Rate: $7.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
Place of Performance
Location: FREDERICK, FREDERICK County, MARYLAND, 21701, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $13.9 million to LEIDOS BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH INC for work described as: MANAGEMENT SUPPORT Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Leidos Biomedical Research Inc. for $13.9M. 2. Service category is 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services'. 3. Contract type is Time and Materials. 4. Full and Open Competition was utilized. 5. Contract duration was 1826 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $13.9M over 5 years suggests a moderate annual spend. Benchmarking against similar 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' contracts would be necessary to assess pricing efficiency.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The use of Full and Open Competition indicates a broad solicitation process, likely leading to competitive pricing. The Time and Materials contract type, however, can sometimes lead to less predictable costs compared to fixed-price contracts.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were utilized through a competitive process, aiming for value. The Time and Materials structure warrants monitoring to ensure cost-effectiveness.
Public Impact
Supports critical management functions within the Department of Health and Human Services. The contract duration of 5 years provides stability for service delivery. Leidos Biomedical Research Inc. is a significant contractor in the health and science sectors. The specific services provided under 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' are broad and require further detail for full impact assessment.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials contract type can lead to cost overruns if not managed closely.
- Lack of specific service details makes it difficult to assess true value and effectiveness.
- Small business participation is not indicated.
Positive Signals
- Awarded under Full and Open Competition, suggesting a competitive process.
- Long contract duration provides continuity of services.
- Awarded to a known entity in the biomedical research field.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional, scientific, and technical services, a broad category. Benchmarking requires comparison with similar government contracts for management support and scientific services.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this award, as the 'sb' field is false. Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities were missed for small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract was awarded by the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response. Oversight would involve monitoring contract performance, expenditures, and adherence to terms.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- Office of Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific service details.
- Time and Materials contract type.
- No indication of small business participation.
- Broad service category requires further definition.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-health-and-human-services, md, dca, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Health and Human Services awarded $13.9 million to LEIDOS BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH INC. MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is LEIDOS BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Health and Human Services (Office of Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $13.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2003-07-15. End: 2008-07-14.
What specific management support services were provided under this contract, and how did they contribute to ASPR's mission?
The contract description 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' is very broad. To assess value, specific deliverables and performance metrics related to management support are needed. Understanding how these services directly aided the Office of Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response's objectives, such as emergency preparedness or response coordination, is crucial for evaluating effectiveness.
What were the key factors that led to Leidos Biomedical Research Inc. being selected in a full and open competition?
In a full and open competition, the selection of Leidos Biomedical Research Inc. would likely be based on a combination of factors including technical approach, past performance, management capability, and price. The specific evaluation criteria outlined in the solicitation would determine the weighting of these factors. Understanding these criteria helps assess if the award represents the best value to the government.
How effectively was the Time and Materials contract type managed to control costs over the 5-year period?
Time and Materials (T&M) contracts carry inherent risks of cost escalation. Effective management would involve rigorous oversight of labor hours, rates, and material costs, along with clear performance standards. Without detailed reporting on cost controls and any potential overruns, it's difficult to definitively assess the cost-effectiveness of this contract type for the $13.9M awarded.
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) › MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Leidos Holdings, Inc. (UEI: 611641312)
Address: MILLER DR BLDG 428, FREDERICK, MD, 21702
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $14,710,341
Exercised Options: $13,912,993
Current Obligation: $13,912,993
Timeline
Start Date: 2003-07-15
Current End Date: 2008-07-14
Potential End Date: 2008-07-14 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2015-08-01
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