DoD's National Museum of Health and Medicine awards $2.78M contract for professional services to Seneca Federal Health LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $2,778,319 ($2.8M)
Contractor: Seneca Federal Health LLC
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2025-01-24
End Date: 2026-03-24
Contract Duration: 424 days
Daily Burn Rate: $6.6K/day
Competition Type: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: PROFESSIONAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FOR THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF HEALTH AND MEDICINE
Place of Performance
Location: SILVER SPRING, MONTGOMERY County, MARYLAND, 20910
State: Maryland Government Spending
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $2.8 million to SENECA FEDERAL HEALTH LLC for work described as: PROFESSIONAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FOR THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF HEALTH AND MEDICINE Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single vendor, raising questions about competition. 2. The $2.78M value for 424 days of service requires scrutiny. 3. Potential risk associated with a sole-source award for specialized museum services. 4. Services fall under 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' (NAICS 541990).
Value Assessment
Rating: questionable
The contract value of $2.78M for 424 days suggests a daily rate of approximately $6,553. Benchmarking this against similar professional services contracts is difficult without more specific service details, but the lack of competitive bidding warrants caution.
Cost Per Unit: $6,553 (estimated daily rate)
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: sole-source
This contract was awarded on a sole-source basis, meaning it was not open to competitive bidding. This limits price discovery and may result in higher costs for taxpayers compared to a fully competed contract.
Taxpayer Impact: The lack of competition for this $2.78M contract means taxpayers may not be receiving the best possible price for these professional services.
Public Impact
Public access to museum services may be indirectly impacted by the efficiency of these professional services. Taxpayer funds are being allocated to support the operational needs of a national museum. Transparency in government contracting is crucial, especially for sole-source awards.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Sole-source award
- Lack of competition
- No small business participation indicated
Positive Signals
- Firm fixed price contract type
- Clear contract duration
Sector Analysis
The 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' sector is broad. Spending benchmarks for specialized museum support services are not readily available, making direct comparison challenging. The Department of Defense's significant spending in this area often involves complex requirements.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that small business participation was not a factor in this award (ss: false, sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if opportunities for small businesses were overlooked or if the nature of the services precluded their involvement.
Oversight & Accountability
The award was made by the Defense Health Agency, a component of the Department of Defense. Oversight mechanisms should ensure that the services provided are necessary, effective, and that the pricing is reasonable, especially given the sole-source nature of the contract.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Health Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Sole-source award lacks transparency and competitive pricing.
- No indication of small business participation.
- High estimated daily rate warrants further investigation.
- Broad service description makes performance evaluation challenging.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, department-of-defense, md, definitive-contract, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $2.8 million to SENECA FEDERAL HEALTH LLC. PROFESSIONAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FOR THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF HEALTH AND MEDICINE
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is SENECA FEDERAL HEALTH LLC.
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Health Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $2.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2025-01-24. End: 2026-03-24.
What specific professional and administrative services are being provided to the National Museum of Health and Medicine under this contract?
The contract description is broad, encompassing 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.' Without a more detailed statement of work, it's difficult to ascertain the exact nature of the services. This could range from administrative support, curatorial assistance, research, or technical expertise crucial for the museum's operations and preservation efforts.
What is the justification for awarding this contract on a sole-source basis, and what steps were taken to ensure fair and reasonable pricing?
The justification for a sole-source award is not provided in the data. Typically, this requires a specific circumstance, such as unique capabilities or urgent needs. The contracting agency should have conducted market research and price analysis to ensure the $2.78M price was fair and reasonable, despite the lack of competition.
How will the effectiveness of the services provided by Seneca Federal Health LLC be measured and evaluated throughout the contract period?
Contract effectiveness is usually measured through performance metrics outlined in the contract's statement of work and quality assurance surveillance plans. The Defense Health Agency should have established clear deliverables, key performance indicators (KPIs), and regular reviews to monitor Seneca Federal Health LLC's performance and ensure the services meet the museum's needs.
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: NOT AVAILABLE FOR COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: ONLY ONE SOURCE
Solicitation ID: HT001125R0012
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 14200 PARK MEADOW DR STE 125, CHANTILLY, VA, 20151
Business Categories: 8(a) Program Participant, American Indian Owned Business, Category Business, Limited Liability Corporation, Minority Owned Business, Native American Owned Business, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Sole Proprietorship, Special Designations, Tribally Owned Firm, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $2,778,319
Exercised Options: $2,778,319
Current Obligation: $2,778,319
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2025-01-24
Current End Date: 2026-03-24
Potential End Date: 2026-03-24 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-01-05
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