MCC awards $3.75M for Secondary Education Support to Mathematica Inc., extending through 2026
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $3,751,010 ($3.8M)
Contractor: Mathematica Inc.
Awarding Agency: Millennium Challenge Corporation
Start Date: 2016-09-30
End Date: 2026-09-29
Contract Duration: 3,651 days
Daily Burn Rate: $1.0K/day
Competition Type: COMPETED UNDER SAP
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: IGF::OT::IGF INDEPENDENT EVALUATION SERVICES IN SUPPORT OF THE SECONDARY EDUCATION ACTIVITY OF THE MOROCCO COMPACT'S EDUCATION AND TRAINING FOR EMPLOYABILITY PROJECT
Plain-Language Summary
Millennium Challenge Corporation obligated $3.8 million to MATHEMATICA INC. for work described as: IGF::OT::IGF INDEPENDENT EVALUATION SERVICES IN SUPPORT OF THE SECONDARY EDUCATION ACTIVITY OF THE MOROCCO COMPACT'S EDUCATION AND TRAINING FOR EMPLOYABILITY PROJECT Key points: 1. Contract value is $3.75M over 10 years. 2. Mathematica Inc. is the sole awardee. 3. Contract type is Time and Materials. 4. NAICS code 541690 indicates Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract's Time and Materials pricing structure can lead to cost overruns if not closely managed. Benchmarking against similar long-term consulting contracts is difficult without more detailed service descriptions.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
The award was made under a BPA Call, suggesting a pre-existing agreement. The limited competition method may not guarantee the best price discovery for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: The long duration and T&M nature of the contract pose a risk to taxpayer funds if scope or efficiency is not rigorously monitored.
Public Impact
Supports education and training for employability in Morocco. Long-term contract (10 years) indicates ongoing need for services. Potential for cost escalation due to Time and Materials pricing.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Time and Materials pricing
- Limited competition
- Long contract duration
Positive Signals
- Supports a specific development project
- Awarded by Millennium Challenge Corporation
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional services, specifically scientific and technical consulting. Spending in this category can vary widely depending on agency needs and project scope.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not set aside for small businesses and the awardee is a large corporation, suggesting no direct benefit to small businesses.
Oversight & Accountability
The Millennium Challenge Corporation is responsible for oversight. The long duration necessitates consistent monitoring of performance and costs to ensure accountability.
Related Government Programs
- Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
- Millennium Challenge Corporation Contracting
- Millennium Challenge Corporation Programs
Risk Flags
- Cost overrun risk due to Time and Materials pricing.
- Potential for vendor lock-in over the 10-year period.
- Limited transparency on specific services and performance metrics.
- Dependency on a single contractor for critical project support.
Tags
other-scientific-and-technical-consultin, millennium-challenge-corporation, bpa-call, 1m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Millennium Challenge Corporation awarded $3.8 million to MATHEMATICA INC.. IGF::OT::IGF INDEPENDENT EVALUATION SERVICES IN SUPPORT OF THE SECONDARY EDUCATION ACTIVITY OF THE MOROCCO COMPACT'S EDUCATION AND TRAINING FOR EMPLOYABILITY PROJECT
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is MATHEMATICA INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Millennium Challenge Corporation (Millennium Challenge Corporation).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $3.8 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2016-09-30. End: 2026-09-29.
What specific technical consulting services are included under this contract to justify the 10-year duration and $3.75M value?
The contract details are limited, but it supports the 'Education and Training for Employability Project' under the Morocco Compact. Specific services likely involve program evaluation, technical assistance, and strategic guidance related to improving educational outcomes and workforce readiness in Morocco.
What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) and risk mitigation strategies in place for this long-term Time and Materials contract?
Specific KPIs and risk mitigation strategies are not detailed in the provided data. However, for a T&M contract of this length, robust oversight mechanisms, regular performance reviews, and clear deliverables are crucial to manage costs and ensure project success.
How does the Millennium Challenge Corporation ensure cost-effectiveness and value for money with a 10-year Time and Materials contract awarded via BPA Call?
MCC likely relies on its established procurement processes and oversight frameworks. Ensuring value for money involves regular performance assessments, comparing costs against benchmarks where possible, and exercising options only if performance and necessity are demonstrated.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: COMPETED UNDER SAP
Solicitation Procedures: SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITION
Solicitation ID: MCC-16-RFQ-0141
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Address: 600 ALEXANDER PARK, PRINCETON, NJ, 08540
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business, Special Designations, Subchapter S Corporation, U.S.-Owned Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $3,751,223
Exercised Options: $3,751,010
Current Obligation: $3,751,010
Actual Outlays: $767,460
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS/SERVICES
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: 95332418A0018
IDV Type: BPA
Timeline
Start Date: 2016-09-30
Current End Date: 2026-09-29
Potential End Date: 2026-09-29 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2026-03-05
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