USAID's Andean Trade Program Awarded to Nathan Associates LLC for $10.8M
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $10,796,315 ($10.8M)
Contractor: Nathan Associates LLC
Awarding Agency: Agency for International Development
Start Date: 2006-09-30
End Date: 2009-11-30
Contract Duration: 1,157 days
Daily Burn Rate: $9.3K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
Sector: Other
Official Description: ANDEAN TRADE CAPACITY BUILDING PROGRAM AND MICRO AND SMALL ENTERPRISE FACILITATION PROGRAM (MYPE EXPORTA).
Plain-Language Summary
Agency for International Development obligated $10.8 million to NATHAN ASSOCIATES LLC for work described as: ANDEAN TRADE CAPACITY BUILDING PROGRAM AND MICRO AND SMALL ENTERPRISE FACILITATION PROGRAM (MYPE EXPORTA). Key points: 1. Contract awarded to Nathan Associates LLC for administrative management consulting. 2. Full and open competition was utilized for this contract. 3. The contract duration was 1157 days, ending in November 2009. 4. The total award amount was $10,796,314.60. 5. This contract falls under administrative management and general management consulting services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $10.8M for a nearly 4-year duration suggests a moderate per-year cost. Benchmarking against similar large-scale consulting contracts would be necessary for a precise assessment.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The use of full and open competition is a positive indicator for price discovery. However, without access to the bidding process details, it's difficult to assess the extent of competitive pressure on pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award suggests efforts to secure fair pricing, but the overall taxpayer impact depends on the effectiveness and efficiency of the services delivered.
Public Impact
Supports trade capacity building in the Andean region. Aims to facilitate micro and small enterprise exports. The program's success directly impacts economic development for participating businesses and countries.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.
- Potential for cost overruns in long-term consulting projects.
- Limited visibility into the specific outcomes of the MYPE Exporta program.
Positive Signals
- Awarded through full and open competition.
- Clear objective of trade capacity building.
- Focus on supporting small and medium enterprises.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls within the professional services sector, specifically administrative and management consulting. Spending in this area often supports government initiatives for economic development and program management.
Small Business Impact
The contract data indicates that small business participation was not a stated requirement or achievement (ss: false, sb: false). This suggests the primary contractor was likely a larger firm, with limited direct benefit to small businesses through subcontracting.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically be managed by the Agency for International Development (USAID). The effectiveness of oversight depends on the agency's internal controls, performance monitoring, and reporting mechanisms for this specific contract.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Agency for International Development Contracting
- Agency for International Development Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics.
- Potential for scope creep in long-term consulting.
- Limited information on subcontractor utilization.
- No clear indication of small business participation.
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, agency-for-international-development, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Agency for International Development awarded $10.8 million to NATHAN ASSOCIATES LLC. ANDEAN TRADE CAPACITY BUILDING PROGRAM AND MICRO AND SMALL ENTERPRISE FACILITATION PROGRAM (MYPE EXPORTA).
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is NATHAN ASSOCIATES 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 $10.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2006-09-30. End: 2009-11-30.
What were the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this contract, and how were they measured?
The provided data does not specify the key performance indicators (KPIs) for the Andean Trade Capacity Building Program. Typically, such programs would have KPIs related to increased export volumes, number of businesses assisted, or improvements in trade facilitation processes. Measuring these would involve data collection from participating enterprises and trade authorities, with regular reporting by the contractor to USAID.
What was the cost-effectiveness of Nathan Associates LLC's services in achieving the program's objectives?
Assessing cost-effectiveness requires comparing the program's outcomes against its total cost. Without detailed outcome data (e.g., quantifiable increases in MYPE exports or trade efficiency gains directly attributable to the program), it's impossible to determine the cost-effectiveness. A post-award review or impact evaluation would be needed to analyze this.
How did the full and open competition process ensure the best value was obtained for the taxpayer?
Full and open competition theoretically ensures best value by allowing all responsible sources to submit bids, fostering a competitive environment that drives down prices and encourages innovation. The effectiveness in this case depends on the clarity of the solicitation, the number and quality of bids received, and the evaluation criteria used by USAID to select Nathan Associates LLC.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management 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: 3
Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2101 WILSON BLVD, STE 1200, ARLINGTON, VA, 08
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $10,947,535
Exercised Options: $10,947,535
Current Obligation: $10,796,315
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: AIDGEGI000400002
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2006-09-30
Current End Date: 2009-11-30
Potential End Date: 2014-03-20 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2014-03-29
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