Save the Children awarded $17.6M for global nutrition and health capacity building

Contract Overview

Contract Amount: $17,641,694 ($17.6M)

Contractor: Save the Children Federation, Inc.

Awarding Agency: Agency for International Development

Start Date: 2009-09-21

End Date: 2014-12-31

Contract Duration: 1,927 days

Daily Burn Rate: $9.2K/day

Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Number of Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE

Sector: Other

Official Description: THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE IN THE DELIVERY OF THERAPEUTIC AND SUPPLEMENTARY FOOD PRODUCTS; INTEGRATE CLINICAL NUTRITIONAL ASSESSMENT AND COUNSELING SERVICES INTO PUBLIC HEALTH FACILITIES; BUILD THE CAPACITY OF THE PUBLIC SECTOR TO TRAIN HEALTH PROFESSIONALS INCLUDING, CASE MANAGERS, PERSONS LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS/COMMUNITY AGENTS AND OTHER CADRE OF HEALTH WORKERS IN NUTRITION COUNSELING AND THERAPEUTIC FEEDING; SUPPORT PRE-SERVICE NUTRITION PROGRAMS AT LOCAL COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES; SUPPORT LOCAL PRODUCTION, MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTION OF THERAPEUTIC FOODS THROUGH LOCAL COMMERCIAL ORGANIZATIONS; AND CREATE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES FOR BENEFICIARIES ALONG THE VALUE CHANGE.

Plain-Language Summary

Agency for International Development obligated $17.6 million to SAVE THE CHILDREN FEDERATION, INC. for work described as: THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE IN THE DELIVERY OF THERAPEUTIC AND SUPPLEMENTARY FOOD PRODUCTS; INTEGRATE CLINICAL NUTRITIONAL ASSESSMENT AND COUNSELING SERVICES INTO PUBLIC HEALTH FACILITIES; BUILD THE CAPACITY OF THE PUBLIC SECTOR TO TRAIN HEALTH PROFESSIONALS… Key points: 1. Contract focuses on integrating nutritional services and training health professionals. 2. Supports local food production and distribution, aiming for economic opportunities. 3. Competition was full and open, suggesting potential for price discovery. 4. Sector involves management consulting services for public health initiatives.

Value Assessment

Rating: fair

The contract value of $17.6 million over five years for comprehensive health and nutrition services appears reasonable given the scope. Benchmarking is difficult without specific service cost data.

Cost Per Unit: N/A

Competition Analysis

Competition Level: full-and-open

The contract was awarded under full and open competition, which typically allows for a wider range of bidders and can lead to more competitive pricing. The agency likely sought the best value through this method.

Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are directed towards improving global health outcomes and building local capacity, with potential for long-term economic benefits.

Public Impact

Improved access to therapeutic and supplementary food products for vulnerable populations. Enhanced training for healthcare workers in crucial nutrition counseling and support. Strengthened local economies through support for food production and distribution. Potential for sustainable public health infrastructure development in partner countries.

Waste & Efficiency Indicators

Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10

Warning Flags

Lack of specific performance metrics in provided data.
Potential for long-term dependency if local capacity building is insufficient.
Geopolitical and logistical risks in international program delivery.

Positive Signals

Focus on sustainable development and economic empowerment.
Integration of services across public health facilities.
Capacity building for local health professionals and institutions.

Sector Analysis

This contract falls under Other Management Consulting Services, focusing on public health and international development. Spending in this sector often supports capacity building, technical assistance, and program implementation in developing regions.

Small Business Impact

The data indicates the primary awardee is Save the Children Federation, Inc., a large non-profit organization. There is no explicit mention of small business participation in this specific contract award.

Oversight & Accountability

Awarded under full and open competition suggests a structured procurement process. Oversight would typically involve regular reporting, site visits, and performance reviews by the Agency for International Development.

Related Government Programs

Other Management Consulting Services
Agency for International Development Contracting
Agency for International Development Programs

Risk Flags

Potential for cost overruns in international operations.
Dependency on local infrastructure and political stability.
Challenges in measuring long-term impact and sustainability.
Risk of aid diversion or mismanagement in complex environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this federal contract paying for?

Agency for International Development awarded $17.6 million to SAVE THE CHILDREN FEDERATION, INC.. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE IN THE DELIVERY OF THERAPEUTIC AND SUPPLEMENTARY FOOD PRODUCTS; INTEGRATE CLINICAL NUTRITIONAL ASSESSMENT AND COUNSELING SERVICES INTO PUBLIC HEALTH FACILITIES; BUILD THE CAPACITY OF THE PUBLIC SECTOR TO TRAIN HEALTH PROFESSIONALS INCLUDING, CASE MANAGERS, PERSONS LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS/COMMUNITY AGENTS AND OTHER CADRE OF HEALTH WORKERS IN NUTRITION COUNSELING AND THERAPEUTIC FEEDING; SUPPORT PRE-SERVICE NUTRITION PROGRAMS AT LOCAL COLLEGES AND UNI

Who is the contractor on this award?

The obligated recipient is SAVE THE CHILDREN FEDERATION, 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 $17.6 million.

What is the period of performance?

Start: 2009-09-21. End: 2014-12-31.

What are the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure the success of the capacity building and training programs?

Key performance indicators would likely include the number of health professionals trained, the number of facilities integrating nutritional services, improvements in patient nutritional status, and the number of local commercial organizations supported in food production and distribution. Measuring the sustainability of these programs and their long-term economic impact would also be crucial.

How is the effectiveness of the local production, marketing, and distribution support being tracked to ensure economic viability?

Effectiveness would be tracked through metrics such as the volume of therapeutic foods produced locally, the number of distribution channels established, revenue generated by local commercial organizations, and job creation within the value chain. Success would be measured by the increasing self-sufficiency and market competitiveness of these local enterprises.

What mechanisms are in place to ensure the long-term sustainability of the public health facilities' capacity to provide nutritional counseling after the contract ends?

Sustainability mechanisms would involve embedding training within existing educational curricula at colleges and universities, establishing formal partnerships with local health ministries for ongoing professional development, and creating community-based support networks. The goal is to institutionalize the knowledge and skills transferred, making them independent of external funding.

Industry Classification

NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Other Management Consulting Services

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

Competition & Pricing

Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE

Offers Received: 3

Pricing Type: COST PLUS FIXED FEE (U)

Evaluated Preference: NONE

Contractor Details

Address: 54 WILTON RD, WESTPORT, CT, 06880

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

Financial Breakdown

Contract Ceiling: $25,641,664

Exercised Options: $25,641,664

Current Obligation: $17,641,694

Contract Characteristics

Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED

Timeline