USAID's $26.7M Public Policy Program Contract Awarded to DT Global Inc
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $26,721,245 ($26.7M)
Contractor: DT Global Inc
Awarding Agency: Agency for International Development
Start Date: 2010-10-21
End Date: 2014-05-31
Contract Duration: 1,318 days
Daily Burn Rate: $20.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: PUBLIC POLICY PROGRAM
Plain-Language Summary
Agency for International Development obligated $26.7 million to DT GLOBAL INC for work described as: PUBLIC POLICY PROGRAM Key points: 1. Contract value of $26.7 million for professional, scientific, and technical services. 2. DT Global Inc. secured the award through full and open competition. 3. The contract duration was 1318 days, ending in May 2014. 4. This award falls under 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' NAICS code 541990.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, which can lead to higher costs if not managed carefully. The award amount of $26.7M for a 1318-day period suggests a moderate annual spend, but without specific deliverables or performance metrics, a precise value assessment is difficult.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded using full and open competition, indicating a robust price discovery process. However, the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure may incentivize cost increases, potentially impacting the final price achieved through competition.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were utilized for this program. While competition aims for efficiency, the CPFF structure requires diligent oversight to ensure costs remain reasonable and aligned with program objectives.
Public Impact
Supports public policy initiatives through professional and technical services. Awarded to a single contractor, DT Global Inc., for a defined period. The contract's broad service category suggests diverse applications within public policy. Funding was allocated by the Agency for International Development (USAID).
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can lead to cost overruns.
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes value assessment challenging.
- Contract duration is lengthy, increasing risk of scope creep or obsolescence.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition, promoting fairness.
- Clear contract end date provides a defined project lifecycle.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional, scientific, and technical services, a broad category often supporting government agencies' policy and research functions. Benchmarks for this sector vary widely based on specialization, but a $26.7M award over nearly four years suggests a significant, multi-faceted program.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses (ss: false, sb: false). Therefore, small businesses likely did not have a direct, preferential opportunity to compete for this specific award.
Oversight & Accountability
The Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) contract type necessitates robust oversight from the Agency for International Development to monitor costs, ensure performance, and prevent contractor overreach. The contract's duration also requires ongoing accountability measures.
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.
- Broad service category lacks specificity.
- No clear performance metrics provided.
- Lengthy contract duration.
- Not awarded to small businesses.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, agency-for-international-development, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Agency for International Development awarded $26.7 million to DT GLOBAL INC. PUBLIC POLICY PROGRAM
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is DT GLOBAL 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 $26.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2010-10-21. End: 2014-05-31.
What specific public policy areas did this contract support, and what were the key performance indicators for success?
The provided data lacks specifics on the exact public policy domains addressed by this contract. Key performance indicators (KPIs) are also absent, making it difficult to objectively measure the program's success or the value derived from the $26.7 million expenditure. Further documentation would be needed to assess the effectiveness and impact.
Given the CPFF structure, what mechanisms were in place to mitigate cost risks and ensure efficient use of taxpayer funds?
While the data confirms a Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) structure, it does not detail the specific cost control mechanisms employed by the Agency for International Development. Effective mitigation typically involves rigorous auditing, detailed cost reporting requirements, regular performance reviews, and clear limitations on allowable costs to prevent contractor overspending.
How did the 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' category translate into tangible outcomes for public policy?
The broad nature of the NAICS code 541990 implies a wide range of potential services, from research and analysis to program implementation support. Without specific task orders or deliverables, it's challenging to link the services directly to tangible public policy outcomes. The effectiveness hinges on the clarity and execution of the SOW within the contract.
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: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Solicitation ID: SOL-514-09-000004
Offers Received: 4
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: DT Global LLC
Address: 2101 WILSON BLVD STE 700, ARLINGTON, VA, 22201
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $27,387,555
Exercised Options: $27,387,555
Current Obligation: $26,721,245
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Timeline
Start Date: 2010-10-21
Current End Date: 2014-05-31
Potential End Date: 2014-05-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2022-08-05
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