USAID Spends $32.4M on Anti-Malarial Spraying via Definitive Contract with ABT Global LLC
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $32,377,500 ($32.4M)
Contractor: ABT Global LLC
Awarding Agency: Agency for International Development
Start Date: 2009-07-24
End Date: 2016-02-25
Contract Duration: 2,407 days
Daily Burn Rate: $13.5K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE
Sector: Healthcare
Official Description: PROVIDE ANTI-MALARIAL SPRAYING.
Plain-Language Summary
Agency for International Development obligated $32.4 million to ABT GLOBAL LLC for work described as: PROVIDE ANTI-MALARIAL SPRAYING. Key points: 1. Contract awarded for anti-malarial spraying services. 2. ABT Global LLC is the sole contractor. 3. The contract spans over 2000 days. 4. The contract type is Cost Plus Award Fee. 5. No small business participation noted.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's Cost Plus Award Fee structure can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. Benchmarking against similar public health program administration contracts is difficult without more detailed cost breakdowns.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. However, the definitive contract structure and the Cost Plus Award Fee pricing model may not have fully optimized price discovery.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used for essential public health services, but the cost-plus structure warrants scrutiny for efficiency.
Public Impact
Supports global health initiatives by combating malaria. Ensures delivery of critical public health services. Potential for cost inefficiencies due to contract type.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Award Fee structure
- Long contract duration
- No small business participation
Positive Signals
- Addresses a critical public health need
- Awarded under full and open competition
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under public health program administration, a sector often characterized by complex service delivery and varying cost structures. Benchmarks are difficult without specific service details.
Small Business Impact
The contract data indicates no small business participation. This could represent a missed opportunity to support small businesses in the public health contracting space.
Oversight & Accountability
The definitive contract structure and Cost Plus Award Fee pricing require diligent oversight from USAID to ensure services are delivered effectively and costs are managed appropriately.
Related Government Programs
- Administration of Public Health Programs
- Agency for International Development Contracting
- Agency for International Development Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for cost overruns
- Lack of small business involvement
- Limited transparency on performance metrics
- Long contract duration may indicate inflexibility
Tags
administration-of-public-health-programs, agency-for-international-development, definitive-contract, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Agency for International Development awarded $32.4 million to ABT GLOBAL LLC. PROVIDE ANTI-MALARIAL SPRAYING.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ABT GLOBAL LLC.
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 $32.4 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-07-24. End: 2016-02-25.
What was the justification for using a Cost Plus Award Fee contract for anti-malarial spraying?
Cost Plus Award Fee contracts are typically used when the scope of work is not precisely defined or when performance incentives are desired. For anti-malarial spraying, this might relate to unpredictable environmental factors or the need to incentivize efficient and effective application methods to maximize public health impact.
How does the $32.4 million expenditure compare to similar anti-malarial spraying contracts?
Without access to a comprehensive database of similar contracts, a direct comparison is challenging. Factors like geographic scope, duration, intensity of spraying, and specific program goals significantly influence cost. A detailed analysis would require comparing contracts with similar parameters.
What mechanisms were in place to ensure the effectiveness of the anti-malarial spraying services procured?
Effectiveness would likely be tied to performance metrics within the Cost Plus Award Fee structure. USAID would have established key performance indicators (KPIs) related to spray coverage, mosquito population reduction, and disease incidence. Award fees would be contingent on meeting or exceeding these KPIs.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Public Administration › Administration of Human Resource Programs › Administration of Public Health Programs
Product/Service Code: UTILITIES AND HOUSEKEEPING › HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SEALED BID
Solicitation ID: RFP617-09-003
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: COST PLUS AWARD FEE (R)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 4550 MONTGOMERY AVE, BETHESDA, MD, 20814
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $34,348,339
Exercised Options: $34,348,339
Current Obligation: $32,377,500
Contract Characteristics
Multi-Year Contract: Yes
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Cost or Pricing Data: YES
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-07-24
Current End Date: 2016-02-25
Potential End Date: 2016-02-25 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2016-08-26
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