USAID's $81.6M Supply Chain Assistance Task Order Awarded to Partnership for Supply Chain Management Inc

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $81,604,703 ($81.6M)

Contractor: Partnership for Supply Chain Management Inc

Awarding Agency: Agency for International Development

Start Date: 2007-04-02

End Date: 2009-06-29

Contract Duration: 819 days

Daily Burn Rate: $99.6K/day

Competition Type: NON-COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER

Number of Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE

Sector: Other

Official Description: THE OBJECTIVES OF THIS TASK ORDER ARE FOR THE CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE: A. COMPREHENSIVE SUPPLY CHAIN TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT TO COUNTRY PROGRAMS IN THE AREAS OF FORECASTING, PROCUREMENT, QUALITY ASSURANCE STANDARDS AND PRACTICES, LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (LMIS), WAREHOUSING/DISTRIBUTION, LABORATORY PROCUREMENT SUPPORT, LABORATORY LOGISTICS, WASTE DISPOSAL, BLOOD SAMPLE MANAGEMENT, MONITORING AND EVALUATION (M&E), AND STRATEGIC PLANNING; AND B. COORDINATION AND COLLABORATION WITH KEY INTERNATIONAL DONORS WHICH INCLUDES PROVIDING AND DISSEMINATING INFORMATION ON SUPPLY CHAIN BEST PRACTICE, WHERE APPROPRIATE REPRESENTING PEPFAR WHEN INTERFACING WITH INTERNATIONAL AND NATIONAL STAKEHOLDERS ON SUPPLY CHAIN ISSUES; AND TECHNICALLY SUPPORTING COMMODITY PROCUREMENT OF OTHER DONORS AS REQUESTED BY THE USG.

Place of Performance

Location: ARLINGTON, ARLINGTON County, VIRGINIA, 22209, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

State: Virginia Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Agency for International Development obligated $81.6 million to PARTNERSHIP FOR SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT INC for work described as: THE OBJECTIVES OF THIS TASK ORDER ARE FOR THE CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE: A. COMPREHENSIVE SUPPLY CHAIN TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT TO COUNTRY PROGRAMS IN THE AREAS OF FORECASTING, PROCUREMENT, QUALITY ASSURANCE STANDARDS AND PRACTICES, LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (L… Key points: 1. The contract focuses on comprehensive supply chain technical assistance for country programs, covering forecasting, procurement, logistics, and M&E. 2. It includes coordination with international donors and representing PEPFAR on supply chain matters. 3. The award was a non-competitive delivery order, raising questions about price discovery and competition. 4. The sector is administrative management and general management consulting services, with a significant focus on global health supply chains.

Value Assessment

Rating: questionable

The contract type is Cost Plus Fixed Fee, which can lead to cost overruns if not carefully managed. Benchmarking is difficult without specific service details, but the fixed fee component suggests an attempt to control costs.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: sole-source

This was a non-competitive delivery order, meaning there was no formal solicitation process to compare offers. This lack of competition limits the government's ability to ensure the best possible price and value.

Taxpayer Impact: The absence of competition may have resulted in a higher cost to taxpayers than if multiple vendors had been considered.

Public Impact

Enhances global health supply chain capabilities, potentially improving access to essential medicines and health services. Supports PEPFAR initiatives by strengthening the logistical infrastructure for health programs. Facilitates collaboration with international donors, promoting best practices in supply chain management. Addresses critical areas like forecasting, procurement, and distribution, vital for effective health program delivery.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Non-competitive award limits price discovery.
Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract type can pose cost control risks.
Lack of transparency in vendor selection.

Positive Signals

Addresses critical global health supply chain needs.
Supports important international health initiatives (PEPFAR).
Focuses on best practices and technical assistance.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under administrative management and general management consulting services, specifically focused on the complex and critical area of global health supply chains. Spending in this area is substantial, driven by international development and health initiatives.

Small Business Impact

The contract was awarded to Partnership for Supply Chain Management Inc., a non-profit organization. There is no indication of small business participation in this specific award.

Oversight & Accountability

As a non-competitive delivery order, oversight is crucial to ensure the contractor meets performance objectives and that costs are reasonable. The fixed fee component provides some incentive for cost control, but diligent monitoring by the agency is essential.

Related Government Programs

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Agency for International Development Contracting
Agency for International Development Programs

Risk Flags

Non-competitive award.
Potential for cost overruns with CPFF.
Limited transparency in vendor selection.
Difficulty in benchmarking pricing.
Reliance on contractor's self-reporting for performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Agency for International Development awarded $81.6 million to PARTNERSHIP FOR SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT INC. THE OBJECTIVES OF THIS TASK ORDER ARE FOR THE CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE: A. COMPREHENSIVE SUPPLY CHAIN TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT TO COUNTRY PROGRAMS IN THE AREAS OF FORECASTING, PROCUREMENT, QUALITY ASSURANCE STANDARDS AND PRACTICES, LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (LMIS), WAREHOUSING/DISTRIBUTION, LABORATORY PROCUREMENT SUPPORT, LABORATORY LOGISTICS, WASTE DISPOSAL, BLOOD SAMPLE MANAGEMENT, MONITORING AND EVALUATION (M&E), AND STRATEGIC PLANNING; AND B. COORDINATION AND COLLABORATIO

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is PARTNERSHIP FOR SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT 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 $81.6 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2007-04-02. End: 2009-06-29.

What specific metrics were used to justify the sole-source award and ensure value for money?

Justification for sole-source awards typically relies on unique capabilities, urgent needs, or lack of market availability. Without detailed documentation, it's difficult to assess the specific metrics used. However, for a contract of this size and duration, a thorough market research and justification process should have been conducted to ensure the selected vendor was the most capable and offered fair pricing, even without open competition.

How effectively were costs managed under the Cost Plus Fixed Fee structure, given the lack of competitive pressure?

The Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) structure aims to control costs by providing a fixed fee to the contractor regardless of actual costs incurred. However, without competitive bidding, the initial cost estimates and the fixed fee itself might not reflect the most economical pricing. Effective cost management would depend heavily on robust government oversight, detailed performance metrics, and regular audits to ensure the contractor is operating efficiently and within agreed-upon parameters.

What was the measurable impact of this technical assistance on the targeted country programs' supply chain performance?

Measuring the impact of technical assistance on supply chain performance is complex and requires specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) established at the outset. These could include improvements in forecasting accuracy, reduction in stock-outs, decreased lead times for procurement, enhanced logistics efficiency, and better inventory management. Without access to the contract's performance reports and M&E data, it's impossible to quantify the precise impact.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services

Product/Service Code: MISCELLANEOUS

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: NON-COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Offers Received: 1

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 1616 N FT MYER DR 12TH FLOOR, ARLINGTON, VA, 22209

Business Categories: Category Business, Corporate Entity Tax Exempt, Nonprofit Organization, Not Designated a Small Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $632,425,597

Exercised Options: $632,425,597

Current Obligation: $81,604,703

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: AIDGPOI000500032

IDV Type: IDC

Timeline