USAID awards $61.9M contract to ARD, Inc. for Palestinian state support, ending March 2012
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $61,868,978 ($61.9M)
Contractor: ARD, Inc.
Awarding Agency: Agency for International Development
Start Date: 2008-09-29
End Date: 2012-03-30
Contract Duration: 1,278 days
Daily Burn Rate: $48.4K/day
Competition Type: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Number of Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: AIMS TO SUPPORT U.S. FOREIGN POLICY OBJECTIVES TOWARDS A VIABLE, DEMOCRATIC PALESTINIAN STATE LIVING IN PEACE AND SECURITY WITH ISRAEL AND HER NEIGHBORSTAS::72 1037::TAS
Plain-Language Summary
Agency for International Development obligated $61.9 million to ARD, INC. for work described as: AIMS TO SUPPORT U.S. FOREIGN POLICY OBJECTIVES TOWARDS A VIABLE, DEMOCRATIC PALESTINIAN STATE LIVING IN PEACE AND SECURITY WITH ISRAEL AND HER NEIGHBORSTAS::72 1037::TAS Key points: 1. Contract value of $61.9 million over nearly 4 years. 2. Competition type: Competitive Delivery Order. 3. Risk: Potential for political instability impacting program effectiveness. 4. Sector: Primarily foreign policy and international development.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract was awarded as a delivery order against a larger contract. Pricing assessment is difficult without knowing the base contract's specifics and the competitive landscape for similar services.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: limited
Awarded as a competitive delivery order, suggesting some level of competition existed. However, the specifics of the competition and how price was discovered are not detailed.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds are allocated to support U.S. foreign policy objectives, aiming for regional stability and a democratic Palestinian state.
Public Impact
Supports U.S. foreign policy goals in the Middle East. Aims to foster a democratic Palestinian state. Focuses on peace and security between Palestine and Israel. Contract duration spans over three years.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Warning Flags
- Geopolitical instability in the region.
- Effectiveness of foreign aid in achieving stated objectives.
- Long-term sustainability of a democratic Palestinian state.
Positive Signals
- Clear alignment with stated U.S. foreign policy.
- Competitive award mechanism.
- Defined end date for the contract.
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under management consulting services related to international development and foreign policy. Benchmarks for similar contracts are difficult to ascertain due to the specialized nature of the objective.
Small Business Impact
The data does not indicate whether small businesses were involved in this contract, either as prime contractors or subcontractors.
Oversight & Accountability
Oversight would typically be managed by the Agency for International Development (USAID) to ensure funds are used effectively and objectives are met.
Related Government Programs
- Other Management Consulting Services
- Agency for International Development Contracting
- Agency for International Development Programs
Risk Flags
- Geopolitical instability in the Palestinian territories and Israel.
- Effectiveness of foreign aid in achieving complex political objectives.
- Potential for shifting U.S. foreign policy priorities.
- Challenges in measuring tangible progress towards a democratic state.
Tags
other-management-consulting-services, agency-for-international-development, delivery-order, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Agency for International Development awarded $61.9 million to ARD, INC.. AIMS TO SUPPORT U.S. FOREIGN POLICY OBJECTIVES TOWARDS A VIABLE, DEMOCRATIC PALESTINIAN STATE LIVING IN PEACE AND SECURITY WITH ISRAEL AND HER NEIGHBORSTAS::72 1037::TAS
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is ARD, 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 $61.9 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2008-09-29. End: 2012-03-30.
What specific management consulting services were provided under this contract to support U.S. foreign policy objectives?
The contract likely involved strategic planning, program management, technical assistance, and policy analysis related to fostering a democratic Palestinian state. This could include advising on governance, economic development, security sector reform, and civil society engagement, all aimed at achieving U.S. foreign policy goals in the region.
How was the effectiveness of ARD, Inc.'s services measured against the objective of supporting a viable, democratic Palestinian state?
Effectiveness would likely be measured through a combination of performance metrics defined in the contract, such as milestones achieved in program implementation, progress reports on governance reforms, and assessments of stability indicators. USAID would monitor these metrics to gauge the contractor's contribution to the overarching foreign policy objective.
What is the potential long-term taxpayer impact if the objective of a viable, democratic Palestinian state is not achieved?
If the objective is not achieved, the long-term taxpayer impact could include continued financial investment in the region without realizing the desired geopolitical stability, potential for ongoing conflict requiring further U.S. resources, and a diminished return on the initial investment made through this contract.
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: COMPETITIVE DELIVERY ORDER
Solicitation Procedures: NEGOTIATED PROPOSAL/QUOTE
Offers Received: 3
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: Tetra Tech, Inc. (UEI: 045224250)
Address: 159 BANK ST, BURLINGTON, VT, 05401
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $62,380,000
Exercised Options: $62,380,000
Current Obligation: $61,868,978
Contract Characteristics
Commercial Item: COMMERCIAL ITEM PROCEDURES NOT USED
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: AIDDFDI000500218
IDV Type: IDC
Timeline
Start Date: 2008-09-29
Current End Date: 2012-03-30
Potential End Date: 2012-03-30 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2020-09-29
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