DoD's $14.3M Management Support Services Contract Awarded to Leidos Healthcare

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $14,311,149 ($14.3M)

Contractor: Leidos Federal Healthcare, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Department of Defense

Start Date: 2006-09-29

End Date: 2011-07-14

Contract Duration: 1,749 days

Daily Burn Rate: $8.2K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: TMA AURORA PROG MMGT SUPPT SERVICES TAS::21 2020::TAS

Place of Performance

Location: FALLS CHURCH, FAIRFAX County, VIRGINIA, 22041, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Department of Defense obligated $14.3 million to LEIDOS FEDERAL HEALTHCARE, INC. for work described as: TMA AURORA PROG MMGT SUPPT SERVICES TAS::21 2020::TAS Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single vendor, Leidos Federal Healthcare, Inc. 2. Spending on Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. 3. Contract duration was 1749 days. 4. Award type was 'DO', indicating a priority rating. 5. No small business participation noted.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $14.3M over approximately 4.8 years suggests a moderate annual spend. Benchmarking against similar management consulting contracts would be necessary to fully assess value, but the duration and scope appear reasonable for specialized support.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and ensures the government receives the best value.

Taxpayer Impact: While competition was present, the specific pricing details and the ultimate cost savings for taxpayers are not detailed in the provided data.

Public Impact

Supports administrative and general management functions within the Department of Defense. Contract duration of nearly 5 years suggests a long-term need for these services. Awarded by the Department of the Army, indicating a specific military branch requirement.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

  • Lack of small business participation.
  • Award type 'DO' may indicate specific urgency or priority.
  • Limited detail on performance metrics or outcomes.

Positive Signals

  • Awarded through full and open competition.
  • Contract managed by a reputable federal healthcare provider.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under professional services, specifically management consulting. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on agency needs, project complexity, and the duration of support required. Benchmarks are often specific to the type of consulting and agency.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates that this contract did not involve small business participation (ss: false, sb: false). This suggests that the prime contractor, Leidos, did not subcontract with small businesses for this particular award, which could be a missed opportunity for small business engagement.

Oversight & Accountability

The contract was awarded by the Department of the Army, part of the Department of Defense. Oversight would typically involve contract officers, program managers, and potentially agency inspectors general to ensure compliance and performance.

Related Government Programs

  • Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
  • Department of Defense Contracting
  • Department of the Army Programs

Risk Flags

  • No small business participation.
  • Limited transparency on specific services rendered.
  • Potential for 'contract creep' given the long duration.
  • Award type 'DO' warrants further investigation into the priority.

Tags

administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-defense, va, do, 10m-plus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Department of Defense awarded $14.3 million to LEIDOS FEDERAL HEALTHCARE, INC.. TMA AURORA PROG MMGT SUPPT SERVICES TAS::21 2020::TAS

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is LEIDOS FEDERAL HEALTHCARE, INC..

Which agency awarded this contract?

Awarding agency: Department of Defense (Department of the Army).

What is the total obligated amount?

The obligated amount is $14.3 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2006-09-29. End: 2011-07-14.

What specific management consulting services were provided under this contract, and how did they contribute to the Department of the Army's mission effectiveness?

The contract number and description point to 'Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services.' These services likely encompassed areas such as organizational efficiency, process improvement, strategic planning, and operational support. The effectiveness would be measured by the extent to which these services helped the Army achieve its objectives, improve resource allocation, and enhance overall operational capabilities.

Given the 'DO' award type, what was the nature of the priority requirement, and did it impact the final contract price or competition?

The 'DO' award type typically signifies a priority rating assigned by a government agency, indicating the order is of high importance for national defense or other critical national interests. This priority might have influenced the urgency of the requirement and potentially the pool of eligible bidders or the negotiation timeline, though it doesn't inherently mean a higher price was paid.

What was the competitive landscape for this specific contract, and were there any indications of price discovery challenges despite full and open competition?

While the contract was awarded under 'full and open competition,' the provided data lacks details on the number of bids received or the specific pricing strategies employed. Without this information, it's difficult to assess the effectiveness of price discovery or identify any potential challenges that might have arisen despite the competitive process.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical ServicesManagement, Scientific, and Technical Consulting ServicesAdministrative Management and General Management Consulting Services

Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT)PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 2

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Parent Company: Lockheed Martin Corp (UEI: 834951691)

Address: 700 N FREDERICK AVE, GAITHERSBURG, MD, 20879

Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $17,514,563

Exercised Options: $14,311,149

Current Obligation: $14,311,149

Contract Characteristics

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GS10F0049J

IDV Type: FSS

Timeline

Start Date: 2006-09-29

Current End Date: 2011-07-14

Potential End Date: 2011-07-14 00:00:00

Last Modified: 2017-04-13

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