R -- A 76 Streamlined Cost Comparison Study HHS ACF Region V

The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), is conducting a Streamlined Cost Comparison Study under OMB Circular A-76 focused on administrative and clerical support functions within the ACF office located in Region V, Chicago, Illinois. This study evaluates the cost-effectiveness of providing these services through commercial activities, which are currently performed by thirteen federal employees. The goal of the study is to determine whether outsourcing these functions might result in cost savings or efficiency improvements. Curtis Coy, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Administration, is serving as the Competitive Sourcing Official overseeing the process, while Michele Trotter is the Contracting Officer managing the contractual aspects. The competitive sourcing effort is scheduled to conclude with a decision by January 8, 2006. The nature of the services falls under NAICS code 561110, which includes office administrative services, emphasizing the administrative and clerical support roles under review.