USAID Spends $11M on Jordan Health Accreditation Program via Competitive Delivery Order
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $10,965,851 ($11.0M)
Contractor: University Research CO., LLC
Awarding Agency: Agency for International Development
Start Date: 2007-06-17
End Date: 2013-01-16
Contract Duration: 2,040 days
Daily Burn Rate: $5.4K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Healthcare
Official Description: THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO IMPLEMENT HEALTH ACCREDITIATION PROGRAM IN JORDAN.
Plain-Language Summary
Agency for International Development obligated $11.0 million to UNIVERSITY RESEARCH CO., LLC for work described as: THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO IMPLEMENT HEALTH ACCREDITIATION PROGRAM IN JORDAN. Key points: 1. Significant investment in international health infrastructure. 2. Competition was utilized, suggesting potential for price discovery. 3. Long contract duration (2040 days) may introduce execution risks. 4. Services fall under 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services'.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $10.97M over approximately 5.6 years is difficult to benchmark without specific details on the scope of health accreditation programs. The 'Cost Plus Fixed Fee' structure can lead to cost overruns if not managed tightly.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded as a 'Competitive Delivery Order', indicating that multiple vendors likely competed. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and allows for selection based on both cost and technical merit.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are being used to support international development goals, specifically improving healthcare systems in Jordan. The effectiveness of this spending depends on the successful implementation and long-term impact of the accreditation program.
Public Impact
Enhances healthcare quality and standards in Jordan. Supports U.S. foreign policy objectives in the Middle East. Potential for improved patient outcomes and public health. Long-term investment in a nation's health infrastructure.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Long contract duration
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type
- Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data
Positive Signals
- Competitive award process
- Focus on critical health sector development
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional, scientific, and technical services, specifically related to program implementation and management in the healthcare sector. Benchmarking requires comparison with similar international development contracts focused on health system strengthening.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in this contract. Further analysis would be needed to determine the extent of small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The Agency for International Development (USAID) is responsible for overseeing this task order. The effectiveness of oversight will depend on robust monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to ensure program goals are met within budget.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Agency for International Development Contracting
- Agency for International Development Programs
Risk Flags
- Potential for scope creep given the long duration.
- Cost overruns possible with Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure.
- Dependency on local Jordanian government buy-in for sustainability.
- Geopolitical risks associated with the region.
- Effectiveness measurement challenges for intangible health improvements.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, agency-for-international-development, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Agency for International Development awarded $11.0 million to UNIVERSITY RESEARCH CO., LLC. THE PURPOSE OF THIS TASK ORDER IS TO IMPLEMENT HEALTH ACCREDITIATION PROGRAM IN JORDAN.
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is UNIVERSITY RESEARCH CO., 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 $11.0 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-06-17. End: 2013-01-16.
What specific accreditation standards are being implemented, and how do they align with international best practices?
The specific accreditation standards are not detailed in the provided data. However, the goal of implementing a 'Health Accreditation Program' suggests an effort to establish and enforce quality benchmarks for healthcare facilities and services in Jordan. Ideally, these standards would be based on recognized international models to ensure comparability and effectiveness in improving patient care and safety.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) for this task order, and how will success be measured?
Key performance indicators are not explicitly provided. Success measurement would likely involve tracking the number of healthcare facilities accredited, improvements in patient safety metrics, adherence to quality standards, and the overall impact on the Jordanian healthcare system's effectiveness and efficiency. Robust monitoring by USAID is crucial.
What is the projected long-term sustainability and impact of the health accreditation program beyond the contract period?
The long-term sustainability hinges on the Jordanian government's capacity building and commitment to maintaining the accreditation program post-contract. USAID's role likely includes facilitating knowledge transfer and institutional strengthening to ensure the program's lasting impact on healthcare quality and public health outcomes in the region.
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: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 2
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 7200 WISCONSIN AVE STE 600, BETHESDA, MD, 20814
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Not Tax Exempt, Limited Liability Corporation, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $11,018,921
Exercised Options: $11,018,921
Current Obligation: $10,965,851
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: AIDGHSI000700010
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-06-17
Current End Date: 2013-01-16
Potential End Date: 2013-01-16 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2021-03-02
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