HHS awards $10.8M contract for OHS Panel Review services to F2 Solutions LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $10,876,906 ($10.9M)
Contractor: F2 Solutions LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Health and Human Services
Start Date: 2014-09-30
End Date: 2019-03-29
Contract Duration: 1,641 days
Daily Burn Rate: $6.6K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF OHS PANEL REVIEW
Place of Performance
Location: UPPER MARLBORO, PRINCE GEORGES County, MARYLAND, 20774
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Health and Human Services obligated $10.9 million to F2 SOLUTIONS LLC for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF OHS PANEL REVIEW Key points: 1. Contract awarded to F2 Solutions LLC for administrative management consulting. 2. The contract was awarded under full and open competition after exclusion of sources. 3. The contract duration is 1641 days, ending March 29, 2019. 4. The total award amount is $10,876,905.88. 5. The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The benchmark for similar contracts is difficult to ascertain without more detailed service descriptions.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The contract was awarded under 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES,' suggesting a limited competition. This method may not always yield the most competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used for administrative management consulting services, with the final cost dependent on actual expenses plus a fixed fee.
Public Impact
Ensures continued administrative support for the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration. Supports the operational needs of the Department of Health and Human Services. The contract's cost-plus nature requires diligent oversight to ensure value for money.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type
- Limited competition method
Positive Signals
- Awarded under full and open competition (after exclusion)
- Clear contract end date
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the professional services sector, specifically administrative management and general management consulting. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on agency needs and project scope.
Small Business Impact
There is no indication that small businesses were involved in this contract award, either as prime contractors or subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract's Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure necessitates robust oversight from HHS to monitor costs and ensure performance aligns with the fixed fee component.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Health and Human Services Contracting
- Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can incentivize higher costs.
- Limited competition may not yield best value.
- Lack of detailed service description makes benchmarking difficult.
- No information on small business participation.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, 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 $10.9 million to F2 SOLUTIONS LLC. IGF::OT::IGF OHS PANEL REVIEW
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is F2 SOLUTIONS LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Health and Human Services (Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $10.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2014-09-30. End: 2019-03-29.
What specific administrative management and general management consulting services were provided under this contract?
The provided data does not detail the specific services rendered. However, the NAICS code 541611 indicates services related to administrative management and general management consulting. This could encompass a wide range of activities such as organizational planning, process improvement, and policy development within the Department of Health and Human Services.
What was the rationale for excluding other sources during the full and open competition?
The data states 'FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES,' which implies that while the competition was intended to be open, specific sources were excluded. The precise reasons for these exclusions are not detailed but could be due to specific technical requirements, prior performance, or other justifications permitted under federal acquisition regulations.
How effectively did F2 Solutions LLC meet the performance objectives of the contract?
The provided data does not include performance metrics or evaluation results for F2 Solutions LLC. To assess effectiveness, one would need to review contract performance reports, customer satisfaction surveys, and any documented instances of successful or unsuccessful service delivery.
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: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION AFTER EXCLUSION OF SOURCES
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 9701 APOLLO DR STE 301, LARGO, MD, 20774
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, Black American Owned Business, Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $10,876,906
Exercised Options: $10,876,906
Current Obligation: $10,876,906
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2014-09-30
Current End Date: 2019-03-29
Potential End Date: 2019-03-29 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-10-14
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