Decades of Expertise in Federal & Donor Compliance
Founded in 2019, Akiri Consulting is a premier advisory firm specializing in the complex intersections of federal contracting and international development. With a team of several dozen senior-level consultants averaging 15 to 30+ years of experience, we provide the technical "muscle" that allows small businesses, NGOs, and global corporations to navigate the most demanding regulatory environments in the world.
A Diverse Portfolio of Federal Agency & Donor Expertise
While our roots are deep in international development, Akiri has evolved into a multi-agency powerhouse. Our consultants bring firsthand leadership experience from across the federal landscape and the global donor community, providing our clients with a 360-degree view of best practices and compliance standards.
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Multi-Agency Federal Support
We support contractors and recipients working with a broad range of U.S. Government agencies, such as DOD, DOS, USAID, HHS, VA, and the USDA. Our expertise spans every major contract vehicle, including Cost-Reimbursable, Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), IDIQ/BPA mechanisms, and GSA schedules.
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Global Donor & Foundation Partnerships
Beyond the USG, Akiri is a trusted partner for organizations funded by major multilateral donors and private foundations. We provide specialized oversight for these projects, ensuring transparency and impact for global initiatives.​
Our Advantage: The Practitioner’s Vantage Point
We don't just study the regulations; we have lived them. Our talent pool consists of experts who have served in high-level leadership roles within the very industries we support. This allows us to identify what works and what needs improvement to streamline your operations and protect your funding.
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High-Value Proposal & Award Management
Our team has a proven track record of developing and managing cost proposals ranging from $5M to over $1B, with our wins totaling $3B+. This experience at scale allows us to provide "Fractional Executive" support that is both sophisticated enough for Tier-1 Primes and accessible enough for emerging small businesses.
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Subject Matter Expertise Across the Lifecycle
We provide deep-bench expertise in the core pillars of organizational success:
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Compliance & Policy Development
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Budgeting & Cost and Pricing Strategy
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Contracts & Grants Management
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Procurement & Purchasing Systems
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Internal Controls and Policy Development
What's In a Name?
Akiri Consulting's name is rooted in the Esperanto word akiri, meaning "acquire," reflecting the company's foundational mission. Initially, Akiri set out to provide essential support to USAID implementing partners navigating the complexities of acquisition instruments. The choice of akiri effectively encapsulated the core function of that work, which centered on navigating the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
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Furthermore, the use of Esperanto - the international language developed to foster world peace and international understanding - underscores Akiri's commitment to operating within a global context, aligning with our original client base's international development initiatives. Thus, "Akiri" serves as a concise and meaningful representation of the company's origins and its dedication to international acquisition support.
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Evolution into Multi-Agency Excellence
While our name reflects our origins in acquisition, our evolution has been driven by the growing needs of our clients and referrals reaching outside the international development space.. Today, the "Akiri Advantage" extends far beyond our initial USAID focus to include specialized support for nearly 20 USG agencies, as well as global donors like the World Bank.
