SOURCES SOUGHT
R -- Deputy Program Coodinator for Law Enforcement and Training Operations, Mexico City
- Notice Date
- 2/10/2009
- 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, District of Columbia, 20520
- ZIP Code
- 20520
- Solicitation Number
- PSC-09-019-INL
- Archive Date
- 3/23/2009
- Point of Contact
- Yvette P. Williams, Phone: 202-776-8506, Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, Phone: 202-776-8373
- E-Mail Address
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williamsyp@state.gov, hayes-crowmp2@state.gov
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- 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. 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. Deputy Program Coordinator for Law Enforcement and Training Operations, Mexico City ISSUANCE DATE: 02/10/2009 CLOSING DATE: 03/08/2009 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-09-019 (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 (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 Yvette P. Williams, INL/RM/MS, DOS, who may be reached at FAX No. (202) 776-8686 OR E-Mail at williamsyp@state.gov. If mailed, applications should be sent via Fed Ex or DHL, facsimile, OR E-Mail. The use of US Mail is not recommended and may NOT be received in time prior to the closing date of this announcement. All applications shall be submitted by email OR Fax OR courier to: Yvette P. Williams US Department of State 2430 E. Street, NW INL/RM/RM, Navy Hill South, Room 104 Washington, D.C. 20037 Late applications shall not be accepted, unless there was a mishandling once received in DOS. Along with the 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 that accompany their proposals. Please reference the number of this solicitation when sending your application. There is one position that will be filled from this solicitation. 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-09-019-INL 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 02/10/2009 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED: 03/08/2009 FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 16:00 PM ET 4. POSITION TITLE: Deputy Program Coordinator for Law Enforcement Training and Operations 5. MARKET VALUE: FS-02 : $79,535-$116,800 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: One year from the date of award 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Mexico City, Mexico 8. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below US Personal Services Contract American Embassy Mexico City, Mexico Narcotics Affairs Section Program Coordinator for Law Enforcement Training and Operations STATEMENT OF DUTIES GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR A. Background: The Department of State (DOS), Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Bureau (INL) has bilateral narcotics control projects with the government of Mexico (GOM). These projects have been expanded and increased under the Merida Initiative and are administered by the Narcotics Affairs Section (NAS) at the U.S. Embassy. The Deputy Program Coordinator for Law Enforcement Training and Operations will assist NAS Mexico in developing and implementing training programs and projects designed to promote the professionalization of designated Mexican law enforcement and justice sector agencies. B Purpose: The Deputy Program Coordinator for Law Enforcement Training and Operations will provide advice and support to the NAS Director, Deputy NAS Director and the Law Enforcement Program Coordinator, as well as other NAS and Embassy officials. The Deputy Program Coordinator for Law Enforcement Training and Operations will work closely with a variety of GOM agencies in order to develop and implement comprehensive training programs that will enhance their overall capabilities and professionalism. I. STATEMENT OF WORK ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES SPECIFIC DUTIES TO BE PERFORMED: As Deputy Program Coordinator for Law Enforcement Training and Operations, the contractor will have the following responsibilities: 1.Participate in the continual analysis and evaluation of Mexican Law Enforcement institutions, and in consultation with NAS management, the Country Team, and the GOM develop short-, medium- and long-range training programs especially for police recruits, tactical and operational personnel. 2.Assist in implementing international narcotics control training projects administered by or coordinated by NAS Mexico City under the direction of the NAS Director. 3.Work directly with the US law enforcement and other agencies represented at the Embassy to coordinate training into an integrated plan that contributes to a strategic training program as co-developed by the US and Mexico. 4.Work directly with GOM counterparts to develop and implement the training programs. 5.Assist in preparing procurement and other documents to obtain training and commodities, monitor procurement actions, including drafting source-origin waivers, bid solicitations, scopes of work (SOW), and delivery and acceptance of documents; 6.Assist in the preparation of NAS and Embassy reports; to include the annual International Narcotics Control Strategy Report (INCSR) and the Mission Strategic Plan (MSP); 7.Attend Embassy general and law enforcement meetings and national and international conferences and seminars as directed by the NAS Director, briefing the Director and reporting on major issues covered; 8.Assist in end-use monitoring (EUM) of USG-supplied commodities and in preparation of the annual EUM report (Phases I and II); 9.Assist in escorting and arranging appropriate itineraries for official travelers; 10.Brief State Department, Congressional and other visiting officials and new embassy staff on the role of NAS and status of U.S.-Mexico narcotics control efforts, as directed by the NAS Director; 11.Supervise an Eligible Family Member Training Specialist and/or FSN Training Assistants assigned to the training program; and 12.Report on developments and trends in Mexican law enforcement. II QUALIFICATIONS A. SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIES 1.Building and Leveraging Relationships: Readily connects with others and proactively solicits their views before making key decisions. Naturally builds effective support to move the agenda forward. Rapidly gains the respect and trust of team members and colleagues. Can adapt strategies to get things done within a given situation. 2.Interpersonal Acumen: Displays cultural astuteness in understanding both the implicit and explicit decision-making processes of an organization. Is savvy and pragmatic relative to effecting change in a new organizational culture, such as that which currently exists within most Mexican LEAs. Has significant patience and political savvy but can drive real results in a timely fashion. 3.Leadership Presence: Personally visible to the organization; communicates key messages and listens well. Highly articulate and makes points in a compelling manner. Conveys genuine belief in the organization’s ability to succeed despite the toughest obstacles. 4.Driving Results: Demonstrates the ability to translate an organization’s mission into an overall interdiction strategy focused on meeting client and customer needs as the basis for actionable, measurable plans. Combines tenacity with a sense of urgency to drive issues to closure. 5.Building and Motivating Teams: Capable in assessing and leveraging the strengths, weaknesses and working styles of team members in inter-office, inter-agency and inter-governmental situations. Forges strong diverse teams through actively sourcing, selecting, developing and retaining top talent for key positions. Delegates significant responsibilities to team members and provides appropriate level of direction and support. 6.Managing Performance: Able to achieve result through others, to motivate team effort and cooperation. Translates goals into specific objectives for each member of the team, as well as vendors, and holds people accountable for results. Keeps organization focused on key metrics that drive the business. B. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The following basic educational, training and experience requirements must be met before candidates will be considered: 1.Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen, able to obtain a subject to State Department security clearance at the secret level; 2.Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution; 3.Work Experience: Fifteen years relevant work experience, especially in the areas of law enforcement or military operations and/or investigations, management and training. Must also have: •Proven experience in managing program resources, supervision of subordinates, communication and liaison skills; •Significant and demonstrated experience in project implementation, analysis, and evaluation. 4.Foreign Language: Fluency in written and spoken Spanish (equivalent to a 3/3 from the Foreign Service Institute); 5.Computer Skills: Must have a good working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint and experience in using Internet resources to conduct research and to manage projects; 6.Knowledge: Familiarity with United States Government acquisition, contracting, management regulations, logistics and financial management policies and procedures is required; 7.Must be willing to travel. III. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The Deputy Program Coordinator for Law Enforcement Training and Operations’ work is both physical and sedentary in nature and involves activity at both the main office and in the field. Travel may within Mexico and to the United States and other countries, depending on the ongoing programs and projects requiring such travel. Must be physically qualified to live in Mexico City (altitude 7,400 feet). The work of the Deputy Program Coordinator for Law Enforcement Training and Operations primarily occurs within an office environment, with travel to the field for meetings, class opening and closing ceremonies, conferences, inspections, and evaluations. This individual must be able to work independently and be a self-starter. IV. POSITION ELEMENTS 1. Supervision Received: The Deputy Program Coordinator for Law Enforcement Training and Operations will develop projects and execute approved new programs under general supervision of the NAS Director and Deputy Director, and the direct supervision of NAS Law Enforcement Program Coordinator. This individual will also coordinate closely with the other NAS Program Coordinators, Deputies, Assistants and Advisors, particularly those involved in institutionalization projects within the GOM 2. Supervision Exercised: Will share in the supervision of four Training Assistants who handle participant travel arrangements, preparation of training materials, and organizing training locations. 3. Guidelines: Include the INL Financial Management Handbook, INL Program and Policy Guide and INL Procurement Policies and Procedures handbook provide supplementary guidance to the Foreign Affairs Manuals for Personnel Management (3 FAM), Financial Management (4 FAM), General Services (6 FAM) and Logistics Management (14 FAM) and associated Foreign Affairs Handbooks, the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Department of State Acquisitions Regulations (DOSAR), as well as Merida Initiative documents and NAS program documents. 4. Complexity: Selected individual must be able to manage counter narcotics projects in a foreign country environment, including promoting U.S. interests with host-government officials, ensuring sustainability of projects through provision of appropriate training and maintenance, and integrating competing needs of U.S. law enforcement agencies and GOM entities involved in performing Professionalization and training activities. The Deputy Program Coordinator for Law Enforcement Training and Operations must be able to transform ideas into tangible programs and projects that will enhance overall capabilities and professionalization of the GOM law enforcement and Justice Sector entities. 5. Scope and Effectiveness: The Deputy Program Coordinator for Law Enforcement Training and Operations performs a broad range of tasks related to a complex foreign assistance program in Mexico. NAS programs have a significant impact on embassy operations including those of other USG agencies. An essential part of the complexity will be the identification of the project parameters with the GOM counterpart(s) and the subsequent negotiation of goals. 6. Personal Contacts: The Deputy Program Coordinator for Law Enforcement Training and Operations will work closely with NAS personnel, other USG law enforcement agencies within the Mission, contractors implementing NAS projects and GOM counterparts. V. EVALUATION CRITERIA Factor One (work experience): Demonstrated work experience in law enforcement or military operations, investigations, management and training, managing program resources; and planning and analyzing international counternarcotics programs and supervision of subordinates. (35 points) Factor Two: Familiarity with United States Government acquisition and contracting procedures, management regulations, logistics and financial management policies and procedures. (15 points) Factor Three: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish. (15 points) Factor Four: Demonstrated work experience in an overseas, multicultural environment preferably with the Department of State or other USG agency. (15 points) Factor Five: An evaluation of the applicant’s ability to perform under the contract based on past performance. In conducting the evaluation, the Government reserves the right to utilize all evaluation information available at the time of evaluation, whether provided by the applicant or obtained from other sources. (20 points) VI. COMPENSATION Compensation for the position will be negotiated as follows: accumulated experience will dictate the salary level within the grade range. Entry level salary normally will be at the first step of the grade range for the position. Consideration will be given, however, to the successful applicant’s experience that is specifically relevant to the position being filled. Number of years of relevant experience will determine the step within the grade range at which the successful applicant will be compensated. AS A MATTER OF POLICY, A PSC IS NORMALLY AUTHORIZED THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS (except for U.S. Resident Hires): 1. BENEFITS (A). Employee's FICA Contribution (B). Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance (C). Pay Comparability Adjustment (D). Annual Increase (E). Eligibility for Worker's Compensation (F). 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)
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- Address: American Embassy Mexico City, Mexico
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