MDRC

MDRC specializes in rigorous social science research and management consulting to inform public policy and improve program effectiveness across federal agencies. Their core capabilities include designing and executing impact evaluations, conducting longitudinal data analysis, and delivering targeted technical assistance to complex social service programs. They excel in mixed-methods research, quasi-experimental design, and evidence-based dissemination, with deep expertise in education outcomes, workforce development, family support systems, and data transformation initiatives. A key differentiator is their ability to bridge research and practice—translating findings into actionable insights for program operators while maintaining scientific rigor in randomized controlled trials and observational studies. MDRC maintains strong, sustained relationships with the Department of Health and Human Services, where they support Head Start coordination, TANF data innovation, and responsible fatherhood programs; the Department of Education, for which they conduct large-scale impact studies on math learning acceleration and career pathways; and the Department of Labor, advancing inclusive economic mobility research. Their engagement with these agencies is characterized by multi-phase, long-term partnerships centered on evaluation, technical support, and evidence-building. The contractor’s primary focus lies in NAICS 541720 (research and development in the social sciences and humanities) and 541611 (administrative management and general management consulting), reflecting a dual emphasis on generating policy-relevant evidence and improving the operational capacity of federal programs. They are positioned as a trusted evaluator and advisor in human services, education, and workforce domains, with a reputation for methodological excellence and stakeholder engagement. MDRC is headquartered in New York, NY, and operates as an 8H entity under federal contracting rules. While they hold no formal government certifications, their consistent performance across high-stakes federal initiatives establishes them as a recognized leader in applied social research and public sector consulting.