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FBO DAILY ISSUE OF JUNE 10, 2004 FBO #0927
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R -- PSC Counter Narcotics Advisor Panama

Notice Date

6/8/2004
 

Notice Type

Sources Sought
 

NAICS

541990 — All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
 

Contracting Office

Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, INL RM MS, 2430 E Street, N.W., South Building SA-4 Navy Hill, Washington, DC, 20520
 

ZIP Code

20520
 

Solicitation Number

PSC-04-033-INL
 

Response Due

7/8/2004
 

Archive Date

7/23/2004
 

Point of Contact

Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, Logistics Management Specialist, Phone 2027768373, Fax 2027768775, - Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, Logistics Management Specialist, Phone 2027768373, Fax 2027768775,
 

E-Mail Address

hayes-crowmp2@state.gov, hayes-crowmp2@state.gov
 

Description

You have received this "Personal Services Contractor (PSC)" solicitation through the Department of State (DOS) Internet site. If you have any questions regarding this PSC you may contact the DOS Official named in the cover letter of this solicitation. If you are not using Word 97 to view this document, you will have to save the document in the format of the word processor that you are using in order to view and print any standard forms. The number of pages contained in this electronic copy may not exactly correspond to the hard paper copy, although generally all the information is contained herein. The Department is not responsible for any data/text that may not be received when retrieving this document electronically. If the recipient does not notify the contact person that they have obtained this document then any amendments to the document may not be available to the recipients. Amendments to solicitation documents generally contain information critical to the submission of an application. Counter Narcotics Advisor Panama ISSUANCE DATE: 06/08/04 CLOSING DATE: 07/08/04 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-04-033 (INL) Gentlemen/Ladies: SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC), Department of State, Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs. The United States Government, represented by the Department of State, is seeking proposals (Standard Form 171's or OF 612?s) from U.S. citizens interested in providing the PSC services described in the attached. Submissions shall be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified. Any questions may be directed to Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, Contracting Officer, INL/RM/MS, DOS, who may be reached at FAX No. (202) 776-8775 or E-Mail hayes-crowmp2@state.gov. Application should be sent via Fed Ex or DHL. Applications sent via the US MAIL may NOT be received in time. All applications shall be submitted by fax or courier to: Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, INL/RM/RM, Navy Hill South (202) 776-8774 Department of State 2430 E. Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20520 A copy of the application should be sent to Jon Danilowicz at danilowiczjf@state.gov. Late applications shall not be accepted, unless there was a mishandling once received in DOS. Along with the SF171 or OF 612, applicants shall provide a resume and three written references including contact information. Applicants are also requested to provide their full mailing address (fax, telephone and/or e-mail where applicable). Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their proposals. Please reference the number of this solicitation when sending your application. Any submissions made via e-mail must be in WordPerfect 5.1 or Word 97. Sincerely, Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, Contracting Officer 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-04-033 (INL) 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 6/8/04 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED: 7/8/04 FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 16:00 PM local time 4. POSITION TITLE: Counter Narcotics Advisor 5. MARKET VALUE: FP-3 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: September 2004 - September 2005 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Panama City, Panama 8. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below A. General Statement of the Purpose of this Contract and Responsibilities of the Contractor The Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, funds programs to enhance the professionalism of Panama Public Force (PPF) elements engaged in maritime and land based counter narcotics operations. In response to a specific request from Panama?s Ministry of Government and Justice, the U.S. Embassy intends to contract for the services of a counter narcotics advisor to manage a program of assistance to the PPF. While the advisor will have oversight of projects throughout Panama, special emphasis will be placed on border security. Statement of Duties As Counter Narcotics Advisor, the contractor will have the following responsibilities: A. Oversee the expenditure of NAS funds intended to support the long-term sustainability of counter narcotics programs with Panama?s Public Force, through the Ministry of Government and Justice. B. The incumbent will coordinate assistance related to acquisition and repair of equipment, including the ordering of spare parts and supplies as well as any INL funded contract work. The incumbent will oversee assistance for infrastructure development as required. C. The incumbent will visit PPF installations on a regular basis to provide technical assistance and recommendations to ensure upkeep and maintenance of NAS financed commodities. The incumbent will be responsible for conducting material inspections with GOP counterparts to ensure the implementation and execution of a full preventative maintenance and logistics program. D. The incumbent will coordinate with NAS Program Assistant to maintain End Use Monitoring data for programs funded through the Ministry of Government and Justice. Incumbent will be responsible for developing and monitoring performance measurement standards for these programs. E. The incumbent will work with host nation and USG agencies to assess current PPF capabilities and determine future training needs. The incumbent will facilitate NAS funded visits of civilian and military mobile training teams, who will provide specialized training as needed. The incumbent will also recommend host nation participants for U.S. sponsored training. F. The incumbent will assist in project budget preparation and program planning. G. The incumbent will act as overall advisor for NAS border security activities and coordinate with other USG agencies as needed. Minimum Qualifications A. United States Citizen, eligible for a State Department Security Clearance B. High school diploma or equivalent and relevant technical training C. At least 10 years work experience in international law enforcement programs, of which at least 5 years should be in the maritime law enforcement arena. D. Background in logistics, specifically related to support for police and maritime programs E. Communication and liaison skills appropriate for work with a wide variety of governmental, public and private sector representatives in a multi-cultural environment. F. Knowledge of State Department?s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs? programs and policies G. Prepared and physically qualified to live in Panama City, Panama and to travel throughout the country. H. Professional fluency in Spanish. IV Evaluation Criteria Offeror?s relevant experience in counter narcotics program management, in particular experience with the challenges of implementing a multi-sectoral assistance program in a foreign environment. (25 points) Offeror?s knowledge of INL policies, concepts, practices and principles that would allow him/her to analyze and develop recommendations for program implementation and achievement of the objectives of the USG. (25 points) Offeror?s ability and experience working with U.S. and foreign counter narcotics law enforcement agencies. (25 points) Applicant?s demonstrated ability to perform under the contract. In conducting the evaluation the Government reserves the right to utilize all evaluation information available at the time of the evaluation, whether provided by the applicant or obtained from other sources (25 points) B. COMPENSATION: Compensation for the position will be negotiated as follows: Level of experience will dictate the salary level within the grade range. Entry level salary will normally be at the first step of the grade range for the position. However, consideration will be given to the successful applicant?s experience that is specifically relevant to the position to be filled. Number of years of relevant experience will determine at what step within the grade range the successful applicant will be compensated. C. AS A MATTER OF POLICY, A PSC IS NORMALLY AUTHORIZED THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS (except for U.S. Resident Hires): 1. BENEFITS Employee's FICA Contribution Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance Pay Comparability Adjustment Annual Increase Eligibility for Worker's Compensation Annual & Sick Leave 2. ALLOWANCES (if applicable). * (A) Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance (Section 120). (B) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130). (C) Post Allowance (Section 220). (D) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230). (E) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260). (F) Education Allowance (Section 270). (G) Education Travel (Section 280). (H) Post Differential (Chapter 500). (I) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600). (J) Danger Pay (Section 650). 3. CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBs) PERTAINING TO PSCs 99-09 PSC's Annual Health Insurance Costs 99-07 Contractual Coverage for Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) Services 98-16 Annual Salary Increase for USPSCs 98-19 Home Leave under USPSCs 98-24 Use of Compensatory (Comp) Time by PSCs 98-25 Defense Base Act (DBA) Coverage and DBA Waiver List 97-16 Class Justification for Use of Other Than Full & Open Competition for Personal Services Contracts with U.S. Citizens Contracted with Locally, with CCNs and TCNs Subject to the Local Compensation Plan, and for Overseas Contracts of $250,000 or Less 97-11 1997 FICA & Medicare Tax Rates for Personal Services Contracts 97-03 New USAID Contractor Employee Physical Examination 96-19 U. S. Personal Services Contract (USPSC) - Leave 94-09 Sunday Pay for U.S. Personal Services Contractors (PSCs) 93-17 Financial Disclosure Requirements Under a Personal Services Contract (PSC) LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCs 1. Standard Form 171 (see www.usaid.gov/procurement_bus_opp/procurement/forms. **2. Medical History and Examination for Foreign Service (DS-1843) **3. Questionnaire for Sensitive Positions (for National Security) (SF-86), or **4. Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85). **5. Finger Print Card (FD-258). NOTE: Form 5 is available from the requirements office. _______________ * Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas). ** The forms listed 2 through 5 shall only be completed upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job.
 

Place of Performance

Address: Panama City

Country: Panama
 

Record

SN00599944-W 20040610/040608211834 (fbodaily.com)
 

Source

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