Support- Professional: Program Evaluation/Review/Development

Code R410
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Spend Category Level 1
Professional Services
Spend Category Level 2
Management Advisory Services
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PSC Category R410 covers professional support services focused on program evaluation, review, and development across various federal government domains. These services typically involve comprehensive assessments of organizational programs, policy implementations, and strategic initiatives. The work encompasses research, data analysis, performance measurement, technical assistance, and the development of systematic approaches to understanding program effectiveness and potential improvements.

The federal contract awards under this PSC category demonstrate a wide range of evaluation and assessment activities. Many awards are in the $500,000 to $5 million range with performance periods of 1-5 years. Frequently awarded entities include research organizations like Mathematica Inc., RTI International, and the Urban Institute, as well as consulting firms such as Social Impact Inc. and Westat. Common funding agencies include the Department of Health and Human Services, National Science Foundation, USAID, and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Awards often utilize Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract vehicles and are frequently set aside for small businesses, particularly woman-owned and 8(a) certified firms, with performance locations primarily in Washington, DC and other major metropolitan areas.

Recent federal contract opportunities under PSC R410 solicit services for diverse evaluation and assessment projects. These include the National Science Foundation's request for an external evaluation of its Regional Innovations Engines Program, USAID's solicitation for monitoring and evaluation activities in various international contexts, and the Department of Veterans Affairs' requirement for external peer review program support. The opportunities span multiple agencies and focus on comprehensive research initiatives, program effectiveness assessments, technical assistance, and strategic planning across domains such as education, healthcare, international development, and technology innovation. Performance locations include domestic settings like Alexandria, VA and Washington, DC, as well as international locations in countries like Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Haiti.

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