MAS - MEF Associates, LLC - 47QRAA19D00DK

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Schedule Title: Multiple Award Schedule Supplement No: PO-0015 effective 9/27/2024 FSC Group: Professional Services Product Service Codes: R408; 0000 Contractor Number: 47QRAA19D00DK For more information on ordering on ordering go to the following website:

https://www.gsa.gov/schedules.

Contract Period: 9/27/19 – 9/26/2029

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MEF ASSOCIATES, LLC

1330 Braddock Pl, Ste 220 Alexandria, VA 22314

(703) 838-2727 POC: Mary Farrell https://mefassociates.com Business size: Small https://www.gsa.gov/schedules https://gsaadvantage.gov/ https://mefassociates.com/

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Table of Contents

Company Overview Capabilities & Services Policy Areas

Customer Information GSA Labor Categories and Rates Labor Category Descriptions

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MEF Offices Find More Information

Alexandria

1330 Braddock Pl, Ste 220 Alexandria, VA 22314 mefassociates.com

Seattle

1000 2nd Ave, Suite 2950 Seattle, WA 98104

@MEF_Associates

Company Overview

MEF Associates is a small social policy research firm specializing in rigorous research and analysis to shape the design and implementation of social programs.

Our mission is to improve the lives of vulnerable individuals, children, and families by building knowledge and improving the effectiveness and efficiency of public policy and programs.

MEF works on a range of federal, state, and foundation-funded evaluation projects at sites across the country. These projects range from multi-site random assignment experiments and demonstrations to program-specific evaluations informing policy at the organizational level. Our projects reflect our substantial experience implementing rigorous research methods and our deep expertise in multiple policy areas. MEF staff members are experts in a wide array of social policy areas and have substantial experience providing consulting, research, evaluation, and policy analysis to a wide range of public and private clients.

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Capabilities & Services MEF offers a full range of program evaluation, policy research, and technical assistance services. We provide subject matter expertise, methodological rigor, and attention to clients’ learning goals to tailor our services for each project.

Research & Evaluation

MEF conducts rigorous research and program evaluation using a range of qualitative and quantitative research methods. We fit our approach to each project’s research question and learning need. We bring technical expertise in the design, implementation, and analysis of projects. Our approaches include:

Interviews & focus groups Survey design & administration Benefit-cost analysis Administrative data analysis Randomized controlled trials Implementation and process studies Behavioral diagnosis and intervention design

Formative assessments Literature reviews Outcome studies Policy analysis Participatory evaluation Quasi-experimental impact analyses Research design Systematic Evidence Reviews

Training & Technical Assistance

MEF staff provide technical assistance and training in a variety of interactive formats. Our skilled facilitators spark important discussions among policymakers and practitioners. We love working directly with human service program leaders and staff through workshops, trainings, and one-on-one technical assistance.

Supporting program innovation Planning and facilitating convenings Conference presentations

Webinars Workshops and trainings

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Policy Areas MEF builds evidence and supports programs across a wide range of policy areas, including:

Asset building and financial empowerment Child care Child welfare Child support Career pathways and postsecondary education and training Criminal justice and re-entry Fatherhood and family strengthening programs Food assistance Head Start, Early Head Start, and early childhood education Housing Refugee resettlement and assistance Social security and disability employment policy Substance use disorder Temporary assistance for needy families Workforce system Youth services

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Customer Information 1a. Table of awarded special item number(s) with appropriate cross-reference to item descriptions and awarded price(s).

SIN Recovery SIN Description

541611 541611RC Management and Financial Consulting, Acquisition and Grants Management Support, and Business Program and Project Management Services

OLM OLMRC Order-Level Materials (OLMs)

1b. Identification of the lowest priced model number and lowest unit price for that model for each special item number awarded in the contract. This price is the Government price based on a unit of one, exclusive of any quantity/dollar volume, prompt payment, or any other concession affecting price. Those contracts that have unit prices based on the geographic location of the customer, should show the range of the lowest price, and cite the areas to which the prices apply. N/A

1c. If the Contractor is proposing hourly rates, a description of all corresponding commercial job titles, experience, functional responsibility and education for those types of employees or subcontractors who will perform services shall be provided. If hourly rates are not applicable, indicate "Not applicable" for this item. (See page 7 through end of document)

2. Maximum order. $1,000,000.00

3. Minimum order. $100.00

4. Geographic coverage (delivery area).

50 States, Washington, DC, Territories

5. Point(s) of production (city, county, and State or foreign country).

1330 Braddock Pl, Ste 220, Alexandria, VA 22314

6. Discount from list prices or statement of net price.

Government net prices (discounts already deducted).

7. Quantity discounts. NONE

8. Prompt payment terms.

Net 30 days. Information for Ordering Offices: Prompt payment terms cannot be negotiated out of the contractual agreement in exchange for other concessions.

9. Foreign items (list items by country of origin).

NONE

10a. Time of delivery.

Specified on the Task Order

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10b. Expedited Delivery.

Contact Contractor for more information.

10c. Overnight and 2-day delivery.

Contact Contractor for more information.

10d. Urgent Requirements.

Contact Contractor for more information.

11. F.O.B. point(s).

Destination

12a. Ordering address.

Same as Contractor

12b. Ordering procedures: See Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 8.405-3.

13. Payment address.

Same as company address

14. Warranty provision.

Contractor’s standard commercial warranty

15. Export packing charges, if applicable.

N/A

16. Terms and conditions of rental, maintenance, and repair (if applicable).

N/A

17. Terms and conditions of installation (if applicable).

N/A

18a. Terms and conditions of repair parts indicating date of parts price lists and any discounts from list prices (if applicable).

N/A

18b. Terms and conditions for any other services (if applicable).

N/A

19. List of service and distribution points (if applicable).

N/A

20. List of participating dealers (if applicable).

N/A

21. Preventive maintenance (if applicable).

N/A

22a. Special attributes such as environmental attributes (e.g., recycled content, energy efficiency, and/or reduced pollutants).

None

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22b. If applicable, indicate that Section 508 compliance information is available for the information and communications technology (ICT) products and services and show where full details can be found (e.g. contractor’s website or other location.) ICT accessibility standards can be found at:

https://www.Section508.gov/.

N/A

23. Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number.

LE1MCXJEQGK8

24. Notification regarding registration in System for Award Management (SAM) database.

Contractor is registered in SAM.gov.

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GSA Labor Categories and Rates The rates shown below are hourly rates that include the Industrial Funding Fee (IFF) of 0.75%.

Labor Category Pricing for SIN 541611

Labor Category Year 6 Year 7 Year 8 Year 9 Year 10

9/27/24 – 9/26/25

9/27/25 – 9/26/26

9/27/26 – 9/26/27

9/27/27 – 9/26/28

9/27/28 – 9/26/29

President $467.21 $481.23 $495.67 $510.54 $525.85

Executive / Senior Vice President

$309.54 $318.83 $328.39 $338.25 $348.39

Principal Associate

$213.32 $219.72 $226.31 $233.10 $240.09

Senior Research Associate

$179.69 $185.08 $190.63 $196.35 $202.25

Research Associate

$135.65 $139.72 $143.91 $148.22 $152.66

Research Analyst

$115.93 $119.41 $122.99 $126.68 $130.48

Research Assistant

$96.22 $99.11 $102.09 $105.15 $108.30

Labor Category Descriptions

PRESIDENT

Minimum Education: Masters

Minimum Years of Experience: 15

Acceptable Equivalency:

• A PhD can be treated as equivalent to a Master’s Degree and 2 years of experience (PhD

= MA + 2)

• A Master’s Degree can be treated as equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of experience (MA = BA + 2)

• A Bachelor’s Degree can be treated as equivalent to an Associate Degree and 2 years of experience (BA = AA + 2)

Responsibilities: The President is responsible for overall leadership and management of MEF Associates. This includes primary responsibility for business development, staffing, staff development, administration, quality control, and project management. The President will maintain ongoing relationships with prospective clients, identify new business opportunities and manage the proposal writing process.

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In the area of project management, the President’s responsibilities include:

Serving as project manager and Principal Investigator for ongoing research and evaluation work

Leading field research teams and conducting site visits Managing data analysis projects Authoring research reports Designing and implementing surveys and focus groups

Qualifications: Experience as a leader and manager in a research and consulting organization. Demonstrated success developing business in the social welfare context with federal, state, and foundation clients. Experience managing and developing research staff. Demonstrated experience managing large-scale projects for federal, state, and private clients on an array of social policy issues. A recognized expert in the field with strong existing relationships with relevant federal or state agencies and deep knowledge of the demands of large research and evaluation projects for federal clients. Strong writing and communication skills are essential. This job involves management responsibilities for multiple projects at any given time and requires the ability to multi-task and prioritize a varied workload in a fast-paced environment.

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EXECUTIVE/SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

Minimum Education: Masters

Minimum Years of Experience: 15

Acceptable Equivalency:

• A PhD can be treated as equivalent to a Master’s Degree and 2 years of experience (PhD

= MA + 2)

• A Master’s Degree can be treated as equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of experience (MA = BA + 2)

Responsibilities: The Executive Vice President/Senior Vice President (EVP/SVP) shares responsibility for overall leadership and management of MEF Associates. This includes primary responsibility for business development, staffing, staff development, administration, quality control, and project management. The EVP/SVP will maintain ongoing relationships with prospective clients, identify new business opportunities, and manage the proposal writing process.

The EVP/SVP will be involved in all stages of projects. Responsibilities include:

Serving as project manager and Principal Investigator for ongoing research and evaluation work

Leading field research teams and conducting site visits Managing data analysis projects

Qualifications: Experience as a leader and manager in a research and consulting organization. Demonstrated success developing business in the social welfare context with federal, state, and foundation clients. Experience managing and developing research staff. Demonstrated experience managing large-scale projects for federal, state, and private clients on an array of social policy issues. A recognized expert in the field with strong existing relationships with relevant federal or state agencies and deep knowledge of the demands of large research and evaluation projects for federal clients. Strong writing and communication skills are essential. This job involves management responsibilities for multiple projects at any given time and requires the ability to multi-task and

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PRINCIPAL ASSOCIATE

Minimum Education: Masters

Minimum Years of Experience: 10

Acceptable Equivalency:

• A PhD can be treated as equivalent to a Master’s Degree and 2 years of experience (PhD

= MA + 2)

• A Master’s Degree can be treated as equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of experience (MA = BA + 2)

Responsibilities: The Principal Associate shares responsibility for leadership and management of MEF Associates. This includes primary responsibility for business development in their area of expertise, staffing, staff development, quality control, and project management. The Principal Associate will maintain ongoing relationships with prospective clients, identify new business opportunities and manage the proposal writing process.

The Principal Associate will be involved in all stages of projects. Responsibilities include:

Serving as Project Director, Principal Investigator, and/or Task Lead for ongoing research and evaluation work

Developing and designing research projects, identifying appropriate analytical methods, and leading field research and data analyses

Authoring research reports and presenting findings to policy and professional audiences Monitoring project budget and deliverables, ensuring work is conducted within budget and on time.

The Principal Associate will serve as sales leader who takes responsibility for directing proposal efforts and managing client relation/development activities. They will maintain excellent business development relationships and is regarded within targeted markets as an industry expert.

The Principal Associate will also provide leadership and support for firm operations including, but not limited to information technology, corporate strategy and finances, marketing, human resources, and staff development.

Qualifications: Experience as a leader and manager in a research organization. Demonstrated success developing business in the social welfare context with federal, state, and foundation clients.

Experience managing and developing research staff. Demonstrated experience managing large scale projects for federal, state, and private clients on an array of social policy issues. A recognized expert in the field. with strong existing relationships with relevant federal or state agencies and deep knowledge of the demands of large research and evaluation projects for federal clients. Strong writing and communication skills are essential. This job involves management responsibilities for multiple projects at any given time, and requires the ability to multi-task and prioritize a varied workload in a fast-paced environment.

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SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

Minimum Education: Masters

Minimum Years of Experience: 3

Acceptable Equivalency:

• A PhD can be treated as equivalent to a Master’s Degree and 2 years of experience (PhD

= MA + 2)

• A Master’s Degree can be treated as equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of experience (MA = BA + 2)

Responsibilities: Senior Research Associates are involved in all stages of projects.

Responsibilities include:

Serving as project manager for ongoing research and evaluation work Leading field research teams and conducting site visits Managing data analysis projects Authoring research reports

Identifying new business opportunities and writing proposals

Qualifications: Senior Research Associates have demonstrated experience working for federal, state, and private clients on an array of social policy issues along with extensive experience with writing federal proposals and deep knowledge of the demands of large research and evaluation projects for federal clients. Strong writing and communication skills. The position involves responsibilities for multiple projects at any given time, and it requires the ability to multi-task and

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RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

Minimum Education: Masters

Minimum Years of Experience: 0

Acceptable Equivalency:

• A PhD can be treated as equivalent to a Master’s Degree and 2 years of experience (PhD

= MA + 2)

• A Master’s Degree can be treated as equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of experience (MA = BA + 2)

• A Bachelor’s Degree can be treated as equivalent to an Associate Degree and 2 years of experience (BA = AA + 2)

Responsibilities: Research Associate are involved in all stages of projects. Responsibilities include:

Participating in ongoing research and evaluation work Participating in field research teams and conducting site visits Conducting data analysis projects Authoring research reports

Identifying new business opportunities and writing proposals

Qualifications: Research Associates have social policy research experience, including work for federal, state, and private clients. Experience with writing federal proposals and knowledge of the demands of large research and evaluation projects for federal clients. A graduate degree in a social science or related field along with strong writing and communication skills. The position involves responsibilities for multiple projects at any given time, and it requires the ability to multi-task and

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RESEARCH ANALYST

Minimum Education: Bachelors

Minimum Years of Experience: 0

Acceptable Equivalency:

• A PhD can be treated as equivalent to a Master’s Degree and 2 years of experience (PhD

= MA + 2)

• A Master’s Degree can be treated as equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of experience (MA = BA + 2)

Responsibilities: Research Analysts are involved in all stages of projects. Responsibilities include:

Participating in ongoing research and evaluation work

Participating in field research teams and conducting site visits Conducting data analysis projects

Qualifications: Research Analysts have social policy research experience, including work for federal, state, and private clients. Experience with writing federal proposals and knowledge of the demands of large research and evaluation projects for federal clients. The position involves responsibilities for multiple projects at any given time, and it requires the ability to multi-task and

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RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Minimum Education: Bachelors Minimum Years of Experience: 0 Acceptable Equivalency:

Responsibilities: Research Assistants are involved in multiple stages of projects. Responsibilities include:

Assisting with field research Conducting literature reviews Contributing to reports, proposals, and presentations Conducting data analysis using MS Excel, SAS, and other statistical packages Assisting with the design and implementation of surveys and focus groups Contributing to the company website

Qualifications: A BA/BS in a social science or a related field with an exemplary academic record. Strong writing and communication skills are essential. The job involves responsibility for multiple projects at any given time and requires the ability to multi-task and prioritize a varied workload in a fast-paced environment. Staff demonstrate attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills.