USAID's $24.4M Measuring Impact II Contract for Biodiversity Adaptive Management Awarded to Environmental Incentives, Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $24,402,514 ($24.4M)
Contractor: Environmental Incentives, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Agency for International Development
Start Date: 2018-08-15
End Date: 2023-12-31
Contract Duration: 1,964 days
Daily Burn Rate: $12.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS
Sector: Other
Official Description: MEASURING IMPACT II CONTRACT WILL SUPPORT THE ADOPTION OF ADAPTIVE MANAGEMENT IN BIODIVERSITY PROGRAMMING.
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20005
Plain-Language Summary
Agency for International Development obligated $24.4 million to ENVIRONMENTAL INCENTIVES, INC. for work described as: MEASURING IMPACT II CONTRACT WILL SUPPORT THE ADOPTION OF ADAPTIVE MANAGEMENT IN BIODIVERSITY PROGRAMMING. Key points: 1. Contract focuses on adaptive management in biodiversity programming. 2. Environmental Incentives, Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. Full and open competition was utilized. 4. The contract duration is 1964 days. 5. The contract type is a delivery order.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $24.4M over nearly 5.5 years suggests a moderate annual spend. Benchmarking against similar environmental consulting services contracts is difficult without more granular data on labor hours and specific deliverables.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating a robust price discovery process. This method generally leads to more competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition aims to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for environmental consulting services.
Public Impact
Supports biodiversity conservation efforts through adaptive management. Aims to improve the effectiveness of environmental programs. Contract duration allows for long-term project support and evaluation.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics for adaptive management.
- Potential for scope creep in long-term environmental projects.
- Reliance on a single contractor for a critical program.
Positive Signals
- Clear objective of supporting adaptive management.
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Long contract duration allows for sustained impact.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the Environmental Consulting Services sector, specifically supporting biodiversity programming. Spending in this area can vary significantly based on agency priorities and global environmental challenges.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses and the awardee is not listed as a small business. Therefore, there is no direct small business participation evident in this award.
Oversight & Accountability
USAID's contracting processes are subject to federal oversight. The use of delivery orders under a larger contract requires adherence to specific procurement regulations to ensure accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Environmental Consulting Services
- Agency for International Development Contracting
- Agency for International Development Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for performance measurement challenges in adaptive management.
- Long contract duration may increase risk of cost overruns or scope creep.
- Limited visibility into specific deliverables and success metrics.
- Sole awardee may limit future competitive opportunities for similar work.
Tags
environmental-consulting-services, agency-for-international-development, dc, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Agency for International Development awarded $24.4 million to ENVIRONMENTAL INCENTIVES, INC.. MEASURING IMPACT II CONTRACT WILL SUPPORT THE ADOPTION OF ADAPTIVE MANAGEMENT IN BIODIVERSITY PROGRAMMING.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ENVIRONMENTAL INCENTIVES, INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Agency for International Development (Agency for International Development).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $24.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2018-08-15. End: 2023-12-31.
What specific adaptive management strategies will be implemented, and how will their effectiveness be measured?
The contract aims to support the adoption of adaptive management in biodiversity programming. Specific strategies are not detailed in the provided data. Effectiveness measurement would likely involve tracking key biodiversity indicators, program outcomes, and the successful integration of lessons learned into future project designs and implementation, requiring clear performance metrics established within the contract's statement of work.
What are the primary risks associated with implementing adaptive management in biodiversity programs under this contract?
Key risks include the potential for insufficient data to inform adaptive decisions, resistance to change from stakeholders, challenges in coordinating adaptive actions across diverse ecosystems or project sites, and the possibility that adaptive adjustments may not yield the desired conservation outcomes. Ensuring robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks is crucial to mitigate these risks.
How does this contract contribute to the overall effectiveness of USAID's biodiversity conservation efforts?
This contract is intended to enhance the effectiveness of biodiversity conservation by promoting adaptive management, a flexible approach that allows programs to learn and adjust based on real-time feedback and changing environmental conditions. By supporting this methodology, the contract aims to improve the long-term success and sustainability of conservation outcomes.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Environmental 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: 1
Pricing Type: LABOR HOURS (Z)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 725 15TH ST NW FL 10, WASHINGTON, DC, 20005
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $24,642,588
Exercised Options: $24,642,588
Current Obligation: $24,402,514
Actual Outlays: $20,938,366
Subaward Activity
Number of Subawards: 3
Total Subaward Amount: $3,602,770
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS00F193DA
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2018-08-15
Current End Date: 2023-12-31
Potential End Date: 2025-10-14 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2025-09-30
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