DoD's $26M WARRIOR CARE Disability Evaluation Support Contract Awarded to Booz Allen Hamilton
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $26,006,162 ($26.0M)
Contractor: Booz Allen Hamilton Inc
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2019-01-15
End Date: 2022-04-15
Contract Duration: 1,186 days
Daily Burn Rate: $21.9K/day
Competition Type: NOT COMPETED
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: WARRIOR CARE DISABILITY EVALUATION SUPPORT
Place of Performance
Location: FALLS CHURCH, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22042
State: Virginia Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $26.0 million to BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC for work described as: WARRIOR CARE DISABILITY EVALUATION SUPPORT Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single, large business prime. 2. Services fall under Administrative Management and General Management Consulting. 3. High contract value suggests significant program scope. 4. Lack of competition raises potential value concerns.
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value of $26M over approximately 3.25 years is substantial. Without competitive bidding, it's difficult to assess if this represents fair market value compared to similar consulting services.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This contract was not competed, indicating a sole-source award. This limits price discovery and may result in higher costs for taxpayers compared to a competitive process.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition for a $26M contract means taxpayers may not be receiving the best possible price for these essential support services.
Public Impact
Veterans may experience delays or reduced quality in disability evaluations if the service provider is not cost-effective. Taxpayer funds are allocated without the benefit of competitive market forces to ensure optimal value. The absence of competition could stifle innovation in how disability evaluations are managed.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award
- Lack of competition
- High contract value
Positive Signals
- Contract supports critical veteran services
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the professional services sector, specifically management consulting. Benchmarks for similar large-scale consulting contracts are highly variable, but the lack of competition here is a key concern.
Small Business Impact
The contract was awarded to a large business prime and there is no indication of small business participation in the provided data.
Oversight & Accountability
The sole-source nature of this award warrants scrutiny to ensure the Defense Health Agency obtained fair value and that the services provided are essential and effectively delivered.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Health Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award limits price competition.
- Potential for overpayment due to lack of competitive bidding.
- No clear indication of small business subcontracting.
- Contract duration is substantial, increasing long-term risk.
- Performance metrics and value assessment are not readily available.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-defense, va, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $26.0 million to BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC. WARRIOR CARE DISABILITY EVALUATION SUPPORT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Health Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $26.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2019-01-15. End: 2022-04-15.
What was the justification for awarding this contract sole-source?
The justification for a sole-source award is crucial for understanding why competition was bypassed. Agencies typically cite reasons such as unique capabilities, urgent needs, or lack of available sources. Without this justification, it's difficult to assess if the decision was appropriate and if taxpayers received fair value.
How does the performance of Booz Allen Hamilton on this contract compare to industry benchmarks for similar services?
Assessing performance against industry benchmarks is challenging without access to specific performance metrics and cost data. However, given the sole-source nature, a proactive review of deliverables and outcomes against stated objectives would be prudent to ensure effectiveness and value for money.
What is the potential long-term cost implication of awarding such a significant contract without competition?
Awarding a $26M contract without competition can lead to higher long-term costs due to the absence of market pressure to optimize pricing. It may also set a precedent for future sole-source awards, potentially reducing overall efficiency and value for taxpayer dollars across similar service needs.
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: NOT COMPETED
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: HT001119R0011
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation
Address: 8283 GREENSBORO DR, MCLEAN, VA, 22102
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $26,443,569
Exercised Options: $26,006,162
Current Obligation: $26,006,162
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2019-01-15
Current End Date: 2022-04-15
Potential End Date: 2022-05-15 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2023-06-08
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