USAID's $24.5M Contract with Management Sciences for Health for Technical Assistance
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $24,483,057 ($24.5M)
Contractor: Management Sciences for Health, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Agency for International Development
Start Date: 2009-11-03
End Date: 2014-12-30
Contract Duration: 1,883 days
Daily Burn Rate: $13.0K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST SHARING
Sector: Other
Official Description: MANAGEMENT SCIENCES FOR HEALTHTAS::72 1021::TAS
Plain-Language Summary
Agency for International Development obligated $24.5 million to MANAGEMENT SCIENCES FOR HEALTH, INC. for work described as: MANAGEMENT SCIENCES FOR HEALTHTAS::72 1021::TAS Key points: 1. Contract awarded to a single entity, Management Sciences for Health, Inc. 2. The contract falls under 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services'. 3. Awarded via full and open competition, suggesting a competitive process. 4. The contract duration was 1883 days, indicating a long-term engagement. 5. The contract type is 'COST SHARING', implying shared financial risk.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $24.5M over nearly 5 years suggests a significant investment. Without specific deliverables or benchmarks, assessing value for money is difficult. Cost sharing indicates some risk mitigation.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded through full and open competition, which typically fosters competitive pricing. However, the specific pricing mechanisms and negotiation outcomes are not detailed here.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used for professional, scientific, and technical services, with the cost-sharing model potentially offering some efficiency.
Public Impact
Supports international development efforts through technical assistance. The 'COST SHARING' aspect may lead to more efficient use of federal funds. Long-term contract duration suggests a sustained need for these services.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics makes value assessment challenging.
- Cost sharing details and effectiveness are not provided.
- The 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' category is broad.
Positive Signals
- Awarded via full and open competition.
- Cost sharing model implemented.
- Long contract duration indicates sustained program support.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional, scientific, and technical services, a broad category. Benchmarking requires comparison to similar long-term technical assistance contracts, which are highly variable.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate if small businesses were involved as subcontractors. The primary awardee is Management Sciences for Health, Inc., a single large entity.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically involve regular performance reviews and financial audits by USAID to ensure contract compliance and effective use of funds, especially given the cost-sharing arrangement.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Agency for International Development Contracting
- Agency for International Development Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific performance metrics.
- Unclear cost-sharing details.
- Broad service category.
- Long contract duration without clear exit strategy.
- Potential for cost overruns if not managed tightly.
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 $24.5 million to MANAGEMENT SCIENCES FOR HEALTH, INC.. MANAGEMENT SCIENCES FOR HEALTHTAS::72 1021::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 $24.5 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2009-11-03. End: 2014-12-30.
What were the specific deliverables and performance metrics tied to this $24.5M contract, and how was their achievement measured to ensure value for money?
The provided data lacks specific details on deliverables and performance metrics. A thorough review would require access to the contract's statement of work and performance reports. Value for money is typically assessed by comparing outcomes against planned objectives and costs, considering the complexity and duration of the services provided.
How did the 'COST SHARING' mechanism function in practice, and what was the actual financial contribution from the contractor versus the government?
The data indicates 'COST SHARING' as the contract type, suggesting the contractor assumed a portion of the project costs. The exact ratio and the contractor's actual financial outlay are not specified. Understanding the precise cost-sharing formula and the contractor's adherence to it is crucial for assessing financial risk and true government expenditure.
What was the impact of 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' on the Agency for International Development's mission objectives?
This broad service category likely encompassed a range of expert support critical to USAID's mission, such as program evaluation, policy analysis, or capacity building in partner countries. The long-term nature and significant value suggest these services were integral to achieving specific development goals, though the precise contribution requires further investigation into the contract's objectives.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT › N – Health R&D Services
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: COST SHARING (T)
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: $24,483,057
Exercised Options: $24,483,057
Current Obligation: $24,483,057
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: AIDGHSI000700006
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2009-11-03
Current End Date: 2014-12-30
Potential End Date: 2017-08-14 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2017-08-16
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