USAID's $19.8M BCC-IHBP Project Boosts Health Communication Capacity, Awarded via Full and Open Competition

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $19,761,373 ($19.8M)

Contractor: Family Health International

Awarding Agency: Agency for International Development

Start Date: 2010-10-15

End Date: 2014-12-12

Contract Duration: 1,519 days

Daily Burn Rate: $13.0K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 5

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE

Sector: Other

Official Description: THE BCC-IHBP PROJECT PROVIDES TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO DEVELOP SUSTAINABLE NATIONAL, STATE AND DISTRICT-LEVEL HUMAN AND INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY TO DESIGN, IMPLEMENT AND EVALUATE STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION CAMPAIGNS.

Plain-Language Summary

Agency for International Development obligated $19.8 million to FAMILY HEALTH INTERNATIONAL for work described as: THE BCC-IHBP PROJECT PROVIDES TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO DEVELOP SUSTAINABLE NATIONAL, STATE AND DISTRICT-LEVEL HUMAN AND INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY TO DESIGN, IMPLEMENT AND EVALUATE STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION CAMPAIGNS. Key points: 1. Project focuses on technical assistance for strategic communication campaigns in health. 2. Awarded through full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. The contract duration was 1519 days, spanning over four years. 4. The project aims to build national, state, and district-level capacity.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The award amount of $19.8M for a 4-year project needs further benchmarking against similar technical assistance contracts.

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 promotes competitive pricing by allowing all eligible offerors to participate.

Taxpayer Impact: The use of full and open competition is generally favorable for taxpayers as it aims to secure the best value through competitive bidding.

Public Impact

Enhances public health communication strategies at multiple government levels. Supports the development and evaluation of critical health campaigns. Aims to build long-term institutional capacity for sustainable impact. Potential for improved health outcomes through effective communication.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can incentivize higher costs.
Lack of specific performance metrics makes value assessment difficult.

Positive Signals

Awarded via full and open competition.
Focus on capacity building for long-term sustainability.

Sector Analysis

This project falls under professional, scientific, and technical services, specifically related to strategic communication for public health. Benchmarks for similar technical assistance contracts in international development would be relevant for a more precise value assessment.

Small Business Impact

The provided data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in this contract. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight would typically be managed by the Agency for International Development (USAID) through contract monitoring and performance reviews. The effectiveness of oversight depends on the rigor of these processes.

Related Government Programs

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Agency for International Development Contracting
Agency for International Development Programs

Risk Flags

Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type.
Lack of detailed performance metrics.
Potential for cost overruns without stringent oversight.
Limited information on specific outcomes and impact.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Agency for International Development awarded $19.8 million to FAMILY HEALTH INTERNATIONAL. THE BCC-IHBP PROJECT PROVIDES TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO DEVELOP SUSTAINABLE NATIONAL, STATE AND DISTRICT-LEVEL HUMAN AND INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY TO DESIGN, IMPLEMENT AND EVALUATE STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION CAMPAIGNS.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is FAMILY HEALTH INTERNATIONAL.

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 $19.8 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2010-10-15. End: 2014-12-12.

What specific metrics were used to evaluate the success of the technical assistance provided?

The provided data does not detail the specific metrics used to evaluate the success of the BCC-IHBP project. A thorough review of the contract's performance work statement and any subsequent performance reports would be necessary to identify the key performance indicators and assess whether the project met its objectives.

How did the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure impact the final cost compared to initial projections?

The Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract structure allows for reimbursement of actual costs plus a fixed fee, which can sometimes lead to costs exceeding initial projections if not tightly managed. Without access to detailed cost reports and final expenditure data, it's difficult to definitively assess the impact of the CPFF structure on the final cost of the BCC-IHBP project.

What was the demonstrable impact of the capacity building on national, state, and district-level health communication campaigns?

The provided data outlines the project's objective to build capacity but does not offer specific evidence of its demonstrable impact. To assess effectiveness, one would need to review post-project evaluations, case studies of implemented campaigns, or reports detailing sustained improvements in communication strategy design, implementation, and evaluation by the targeted entities.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical 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: 5

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 2224 CHAPEL HILL NELSON HWY, DURHAM, NC, 27713

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Tax Exempt, Nonprofit Organization, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $54,935,636

Exercised Options: $39,036,956

Current Obligation: $19,761,373

Subaward Activity

Number of Subawards: 28

Total Subaward Amount: $5,920,946

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Cost or Pricing Data: NO

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: AIDGHSI000700008

IDV Type: IDC

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