USAID's $41.5M contract with Dalberg Consulting for investment facilitation services awarded via full and open competition

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $41,502,131 ($41.5M)

Contractor: Dalberg Consulting US LLC

Awarding Agency: Agency for International Development

Start Date: 2014-10-01

End Date: 2020-03-31

Contract Duration: 2,008 days

Daily Burn Rate: $20.7K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 5

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE

Sector: Other

Official Description: IGF::CL::IGF SUPPORT TO HOST GOVERNMENTS AND PRIVATE SECTOR TO FACILITATE THE INVESTMENT CYCLE FROM IDENTIFICATION, PROMOTION, FACILITATION, AND AFTERCARE.

Place of Performance

Location: NEW YORK, NEW YORK County, NEW YORK, 10016

State: New York Government Spending

Plain-Language Summary

Agency for International Development obligated $41.5 million to DALBERG CONSULTING US LLC for work described as: IGF::CL::IGF SUPPORT TO HOST GOVERNMENTS AND PRIVATE SECTOR TO FACILITATE THE INVESTMENT CYCLE FROM IDENTIFICATION, PROMOTION, FACILITATION, AND AFTERCARE. Key points: 1. Contract focuses on administrative and management consulting for investment cycles. 2. Dalberg Consulting US LLC is the sole awardee. 3. The contract spans over 5 years, indicating a significant, long-term need. 4. Awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a robust price discovery process.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract's total award value is $41.5M over 5 years. Without specific deliverables or performance metrics, a direct value assessment is difficult. However, the duration suggests a substantial investment in consulting services.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded through full and open competition, which typically allows for a wide range of potential bidders and fosters competitive pricing. This method is generally effective for price discovery.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are utilized for administrative and management consulting services aimed at facilitating investment, with the expectation of economic returns from successful investments.

Public Impact

Supports economic development by facilitating investment cycles. Aims to attract and manage private sector investment. International focus suggests potential impact on global economic growth and stability.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of specific performance metrics makes value assessment challenging.
Limited information on the specific types of investments facilitated.
Potential for scope creep given the broad nature of 'investment cycle' support.

Positive Signals

Awarded via full and open competition.
Long contract duration suggests sustained demand and potential for impactful results.
Focus on private sector investment aligns with economic growth objectives.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. Benchmarks for this sector vary widely based on the specific services and duration, but a $41.5M award over five years indicates a significant engagement.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates the awardee is Dalberg Consulting US LLC. There is no specific information provided regarding set-asides for small businesses or their participation in this contract.

Oversight & Accountability

Oversight would typically involve monitoring Dalberg Consulting's performance against contract requirements and ensuring efficient use of taxpayer funds. The Agency for International Development is responsible for this oversight.

Related Government Programs

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

Risk Flags

Lack of specific performance metrics.
Broad scope of services ('investment cycle').
Difficulty in attributing direct economic impact to consulting services.
Potential for contractor to focus on process over results.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Agency for International Development awarded $41.5 million to DALBERG CONSULTING US LLC. IGF::CL::IGF SUPPORT TO HOST GOVERNMENTS AND PRIVATE SECTOR TO FACILITATE THE INVESTMENT CYCLE FROM IDENTIFICATION, PROMOTION, FACILITATION, AND AFTERCARE.

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is DALBERG CONSULTING US 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 $41.5 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2014-10-01. End: 2020-03-31.

What specific outcomes or return on investment are expected from this $41.5M contract to justify the expenditure?

The contract aims to facilitate the investment cycle from identification to aftercare, implying expected outcomes such as increased private sector investment, successful project launches, and economic growth in targeted regions. Quantifying the ROI would require tracking the value of facilitated investments and their subsequent economic impact, which is not detailed in the provided data.

What are the key risks associated with a long-term, broad-scope contract for investment facilitation?

Key risks include the potential for misalignment between the contractor's efforts and actual investment outcomes, challenges in measuring the direct impact of consulting services on investment decisions, and the possibility of scope creep if the definition of 'investment cycle' is not tightly managed. Ensuring clear performance metrics and regular progress reviews is crucial to mitigate these risks.

How effectively does this contract leverage private sector expertise to achieve public goals?

The contract leverages Dalberg Consulting's expertise in management and administrative consulting to foster private sector investment, aligning private capabilities with public development goals. The success of this leverage depends on the contractor's ability to identify viable investment opportunities and facilitate their realization, ultimately contributing to economic development objectives.

Industry Classification

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

Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY

Offers Received: 5

Pricing Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE (J)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 205 E 42ND ST STE 1830, NEW YORK, NY, 10017

Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership, Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Business, Small Business, Special Designations, U.S.-Owned Business, Woman Owned Business

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $60,324,215

Exercised Options: $60,324,215

Current Obligation: $41,502,131

Actual Outlays: $11,739,951

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM

Cost or Pricing Data: YES

Parent Contract

Parent Award PIID: GS10F0188V

IDV Type: FSS

Timeline