CANCELLATION OF A STREAMLINED COMPETITION STUDY UNDER OMB CIRCULAR A-76, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

On June 17, 2008, a public notification announced the initiation of a streamlined competition study for the data analysis and telecommunications function within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) central office in Washington, DC. However, after thorough evaluation through detailed interviews, it was determined that the position was not suitable for competitive sourcing under the guidelines of OMB Circular A-76. Consequently, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and ACF officially canceled the study following approval by the Competitive Sourcing Official. The cancellation was formally posted on September 10, 2008, referencing the solicitation number A76HHSACFStudyDACO, classified under NAICS code 541990. Key points of contact for this determination included Contract Specialist Anne F Hunt and Management Analyst Shkeda S Johnson, ensuring proper communication and record-keeping of the study’s termination. This action underscored a strategic decision to maintain the function as currently structured rather than pursuing competition, reflecting an internal assessment of the role’s appropriateness for such processes.