USAID's $57.7M TASC 3 Task Order to MSH for Global Fund Technical Assistance
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $57,709,315 ($57.7M)
Contractor: Management Sciences for Health, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Agency for International Development
Start Date: 2007-08-08
End Date: 2012-09-30
Contract Duration: 1,880 days
Daily Burn Rate: $30.7K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 8
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: TASK ORDER UNDER TASC 3 IQC WITH MSH FOR GLOBAL FUND RECIPIENT TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE.TAS::72 1095::TAS
Place of Performance
Location: CAMBRIDGE, MIDDLESEX County, MASSACHUSETTS, 02139
Plain-Language Summary
Agency for International Development obligated $57.7 million to MANAGEMENT SCIENCES FOR HEALTH, INC. for work described as: TASK ORDER UNDER TASC 3 IQC WITH MSH FOR GLOBAL FUND RECIPIENT TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE.TAS::72 1095::TAS Key points: 1. Significant investment in global health technical assistance. 2. Competition method indicates a competitive award process. 3. Potential risk associated with long-term contracts and fixed-fee structures. 4. Services fall under professional, scientific, and technical services sector.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract is a Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) type, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The fixed fee component aims to control profit, but the cost-reimbursement aspect requires diligent oversight.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
Awarded as a competitive delivery order under TASC 3 IQC, suggesting multiple bidders participated. This method generally promotes price discovery and competitive pricing.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are utilized for critical global health initiatives, with the expectation of efficient and effective program delivery.
Public Impact
Supports global health initiatives and recipient countries. Technical assistance aims to improve program effectiveness and sustainability. Long-term engagement could foster deeper impact and capacity building.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure requires careful monitoring.
- Long contract duration (5 years) may present evolving needs.
- Reliance on a single contractor for a significant period.
Positive Signals
- Competitive award process.
- Focus on critical global health support.
- Established contract vehicle (TASC 3).
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.' Spending in this category is broad, encompassing a wide range of expert services. Benchmarks are difficult without more specific service details.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this was a competitive delivery order under a larger IDIQ, but does not specify if small businesses were involved as prime contractors or subcontractors. Further analysis would be needed to determine small business participation.
Oversight & Accountability
The Agency for International Development (USAID) is responsible for oversight. The contract type and duration necessitate robust monitoring to ensure performance and cost control.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Agency for International Development Contracting
- Agency for International Development Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost overruns potential in CPFF contracts.
- Contract duration and potential for changing needs.
- Performance monitoring complexity for technical assistance.
- Dependency on recipient country absorption capacity.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, agency-for-international-development, ma, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Agency for International Development awarded $57.7 million to MANAGEMENT SCIENCES FOR HEALTH, INC.. TASK ORDER UNDER TASC 3 IQC WITH MSH FOR GLOBAL FUND RECIPIENT TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE.TAS::72 1095::TAS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MANAGEMENT SCIENCES FOR HEALTH, 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 $57.7 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-08-08. End: 2012-09-30.
What specific technical assistance activities were performed, and how were they measured for effectiveness?
The task order likely involved providing expert advice, training, and support to Global Fund recipients to enhance their capacity in areas such as program management, financial oversight, and health system strengthening. Effectiveness would typically be measured through performance metrics tied to recipient country health outcomes, improved grant management, and successful implementation of health programs.
What were the key risks identified during the contract's lifecycle, and how were they mitigated?
Key risks could include scope creep, contractor performance issues, or changes in recipient country needs. Mitigation strategies would involve regular performance reviews, clear communication channels, change management processes, and potentially incorporating flexibility clauses within the contract to adapt to evolving requirements.
How did the competitive nature of the award impact the final price and value for money?
The competitive award process likely drove down the price compared to a sole-source contract. However, the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure means that while the contractor's profit is fixed, the total cost is variable. Value for money depends heavily on the contractor's efficiency and the actual impact of the technical assistance provided.
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: 8
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 784 MEMORIAL DR, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02139
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Tax Exempt, Nonprofit Organization, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $61,113,073
Exercised Options: $61,113,073
Current Obligation: $57,709,315
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: AIDGHSI000700006
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-08-08
Current End Date: 2012-09-30
Potential End Date: 2012-09-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2017-03-13
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