Tricare Dental Program Contract Awarded to United Concordia for $100.2M, Covering 119 Days
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $100,243,894 ($100.2M)
Contractor: United Concordia Companies, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Defense
Start Date: 2024-11-01
End Date: 2025-02-28
Contract Duration: 119 days
Daily Burn Rate: $842.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Healthcare
Official Description: THE TRICARE DENTAL PROGRAM OFFERS WORLDWIDE COVERAGE FOR DENTAL SERVICES TO ALL ELIGIBLE FAMILY MEMBERS OF UNIFORMED SERVICE ACTIVE DUTY PERSONNEL AND THE SELECTED RESERVE AND INDIVIDUAL READY RESERVE
Place of Performance
Location: CAMP HILL, CUMBERLAND County, PENNSYLVANIA, 17089
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Defense obligated $100.2 million to UNITED CONCORDIA COMPANIES, INC. for work described as: THE TRICARE DENTAL PROGRAM OFFERS WORLDWIDE COVERAGE FOR DENTAL SERVICES TO ALL ELIGIBLE FAMILY MEMBERS OF UNIFORMED SERVICE ACTIVE DUTY PERSONNEL AND THE SELECTED RESERVE AND INDIVIDUAL READY RESERVE Key points: 1. The contract provides dental services for military families and reserves worldwide. 2. United Concordia Companies, Inc. is the incumbent contractor. 3. The contract value is $100.2 million for a 119-day period. 4. This is a delivery order under a larger contract vehicle.
Value Assessment
Rating: good
The contract value of $100.2 million for 119 days suggests a significant per-diem cost. Benchmarking against similar large-scale dental insurance contracts would be necessary for a precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a competitive bidding process. This method is expected to yield fair market pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayers benefit from competitive pricing for essential dental services for military families.
Public Impact
Ensures dental health for thousands of military families and reservists. Provides continuity of care for beneficiaries. Supports the well-being and readiness of the armed forces.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 84 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition
- Incumbent contractor likely provides efficient service
- Essential benefit for military families
Sector Analysis
The healthcare sector, specifically direct health and medical insurance carriers, is characterized by significant government contracts. This contract falls within the typical range for large-scale health insurance provisions.
Small Business Impact
No specific information is provided regarding small business participation in this contract award.
Oversight & Accountability
The contract is managed by the Defense Health Agency, indicating established oversight mechanisms for military health services.
Related Government Programs
- Direct Health and Medical Insurance Carriers
- Department of Defense Contracting
- Defense Health Agency Programs
Risk Flags
- Short contract duration may indicate a temporary solution or bridge contract.
- Potential for price increases in future, longer-term contracts.
- Dependence on a single carrier for a critical service.
Tags
direct-health-and-medical-insurance-carr, department-of-defense, pa, delivery-order, 100m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Defense awarded $100.2 million to UNITED CONCORDIA COMPANIES, INC.. THE TRICARE DENTAL PROGRAM OFFERS WORLDWIDE COVERAGE FOR DENTAL SERVICES TO ALL ELIGIBLE FAMILY MEMBERS OF UNIFORMED SERVICE ACTIVE DUTY PERSONNEL AND THE SELECTED RESERVE AND INDIVIDUAL READY RESERVE
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is UNITED CONCORDIA COMPANIES, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Defense Health Agency).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $100.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2024-11-01. End: 2025-02-28.
What is the projected cost per beneficiary for the 119-day period?
Without the total number of covered beneficiaries, calculating the precise cost per beneficiary is not possible. However, with a contract value of $100.2 million over approximately four months, the cost is substantial, reflecting the global reach and comprehensive nature of the dental services provided to eligible military family members and selected reserves.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract?
Key performance indicators for this contract would likely focus on beneficiary satisfaction, network adequacy, claims processing timeliness, and quality of care. The Defense Health Agency would monitor these metrics to ensure United Concordia meets the service level agreements outlined in the contract.
How does this contract's value compare to previous Tricare Dental Program contracts?
Comparing this $100.2 million, 119-day contract to previous Tricare Dental Program contracts requires access to historical award data. Given the short duration, this may represent a bridge contract or a specific delivery order. A full comparison would necessitate analyzing contract values, durations, and scope of services over time.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Finance and Insurance › Insurance Carriers › Direct Health and Medical Insurance Carriers
Product/Service Code: MEDICAL SERVICES › MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND SURGICAL SVCS
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 1800 CENTER ST, CAMP HILL, PA, 17011
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $100,243,894
Exercised Options: $100,243,894
Current Obligation: $100,243,894
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: HT940216D0001
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2024-11-01
Current End Date: 2025-02-28
Potential End Date: 2025-02-28 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-03-12
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