USAID's $17.15M Population Health Contract Awarded to Family Health International
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $17,152,456 ($17.2M)
Contractor: Family Health International
Awarding Agency: Agency for International Development
Start Date: 2008-02-19
End Date: 2013-02-18
Contract Duration: 1,826 days
Daily Burn Rate: $9.4K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 21
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE
Sector: Other
Official Description: PROVIDE SERVICES THAT FALL WITHIN THE SCOPE OF WORK FOR POPULATION HEALTH AND NUTRITION TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT CONTRACT THREE-GLOBAL HEALTH.TAS::72 1021::TAS
Plain-Language Summary
Agency for International Development obligated $17.2 million to FAMILY HEALTH INTERNATIONAL for work described as: PROVIDE SERVICES THAT FALL WITHIN THE SCOPE OF WORK FOR POPULATION HEALTH AND NUTRITION TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT CONTRACT THREE-GLOBAL HEALTH.TAS::72 1021::TAS Key points: 1. Contract focuses on global health technical assistance in population health and nutrition. 2. Awarded via full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. 3. The contract duration of 5 years (2008-2013) is substantial for technical assistance. 4. No small business participation noted, which could be a missed opportunity for economic inclusion.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not managed carefully. The total award amount of $17.15M over 5 years needs to be benchmarked against similar global health technical assistance contracts to assess value.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, indicating that multiple vendors had the opportunity to bid. This method generally promotes competitive pricing and allows the agency to select the best value offer.
Taxpayer Impact: The competitive nature of the award process is intended to ensure taxpayer funds are used efficiently for essential global health services.
Public Impact
Supports critical global health initiatives in population health and nutrition. Technical assistance aims to improve health outcomes in developing regions. Long-term contract provides stability for program implementation and impact.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can incentivize higher costs.
- Lack of small business participation.
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition promotes market efficiency.
- Clear focus on essential global health services.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under 'All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services' (NAICS 541990). Spending in this sector is broad, covering diverse expert services. Benchmarking requires comparison with other global health technical assistance contracts.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates that no small business participation was noted for this contract. This suggests that opportunities for small businesses to contribute to and benefit from this global health initiative were not leveraged.
Oversight & Accountability
The Agency for International Development (USAID) is responsible for overseeing this contract. Robust oversight is crucial for Cost Plus Fixed Fee contracts to ensure costs are reasonable and performance meets objectives.
Related Government Programs
- All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Agency for International Development Contracting
- Agency for International Development Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can lead to cost overruns.
- Potential for lack of transparency in cost reporting.
- No small business participation noted.
- Contract duration is long, requiring sustained oversight.
Tags
all-other-professional-scientific-and-te, agency-for-international-development, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Agency for International Development awarded $17.2 million to FAMILY HEALTH INTERNATIONAL. PROVIDE SERVICES THAT FALL WITHIN THE SCOPE OF WORK FOR POPULATION HEALTH AND NUTRITION TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT CONTRACT THREE-GLOBAL HEALTH.TAS::72 1021::TAS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is FAMILY HEALTH INTERNATIONAL.
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 $17.2 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-02-19. End: 2013-02-18.
What specific metrics were used to evaluate the technical assistance effectiveness and value for money under this Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract?
Evaluating the effectiveness of technical assistance requires clear performance indicators tied to population health and nutrition outcomes. For a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract, value for money is assessed by comparing the achieved results against the total cost, ensuring that the fixed fee adequately compensated the contractor for their expertise and that direct costs were reasonable and allocable to the contract's objectives.
How did the full and open competition process ensure the most cost-effective solution for the Agency for International Development, given the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure?
Full and open competition allows multiple qualified vendors to submit proposals, fostering a competitive environment that can drive down proposed costs and encourage innovative solutions. While the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure itself has inherent risks for cost control, the competitive bidding process aims to secure the best possible price for the fixed fee and ensure that the projected direct costs are reasonable, based on market rates and the scope of work.
What is the long-term impact of this contract on global health outcomes, and how is this impact being measured and reported?
The long-term impact is measured by improvements in population health and nutrition indicators in the regions served. This typically involves tracking metrics such as maternal and child health rates, disease prevalence, and nutritional status. Regular reporting by the contractor and oversight by USAID are essential to monitor progress, identify challenges, and ensure accountability for achieving the contract's intended global health impact.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Product/Service Code: MEDICAL SERVICES › GENERAL HEALTH CARE SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 21
Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 2224 CHAPEL HILL NELSON HWY, DURHAM, NC, 27713
Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Tax Exempt, Nonprofit Organization, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $17,152,456
Exercised Options: $17,152,456
Current Obligation: $17,152,456
Contract Characteristics
Cost or Pricing Data: NO
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: AIDGHSI000700008
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-02-19
Current End Date: 2013-02-18
Potential End Date: 2015-08-20 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2015-08-19
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