SOLICITATION NOTICE
R -- Senior Acquisition and Assistance Specialist
- Notice Date
- 3/26/2010
- Notice Type
- Presolicitation
- NAICS
- 812990
— All Other Personal Services
- Contracting Office
- Agency for International Development, Overseas Missions, Rwanda USAID-Kigali, Department of State, Washington, District of Columbia, 20521-2130
- ZIP Code
- 20521-2130
- Solicitation Number
- SOL-696-10-000005
- Archive Date
- 5/11/2010
- Point of Contact
- Colette Munyakazi, Phone: 250-252-596400, Robert Kiberu, Phone: 250-0252-596400
- E-Mail Address
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cmunyakazi@usaid.gov, rkiberu@usaid.gov
(cmunyakazi@usaid.gov, rkiberu@usaid.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
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- Description
- USAID/Rwanda Solicitation No. SOL-696-10-000005 for U.S Citizens or Third Country Nationals (TCNs) Personal Services Contractor, Senior Acquisition and Assistance Specialist. ISSUANCE DATE: March 26, 2010 DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF QUESTIONS: April 19, 2010 CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: April 26, 2010 CLOSING TIME FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: 5 PM (Kigali Time) Ladies/Gentlemen: The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications from qualified United States citizens or Third Country Nationals (TCN), to provide personal services as described in the attached solicitation. Submittals shall be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified. Interested applicants must submit all the materials required by the solicitation such as (but not limited to): (i) most current curriculum vitae (CV) or resume; (ii) signed Optional Form (OF) 612; and (iii) three (3) to five (5) references, who are not family members or relatives, with telephone and e-mail contacts. The CV/resume must contain sufficient relevant information to evaluate the application in accordance with the stated selection criteria. Broad general statements that are vague or lacking specificity will not be considered as effectively addressing particular selection criteria. The applicant's references must be able to provide substantive information about his/her past performance and abilities. USAID/Rwanda reserves the right to obtain from previous employers relevant information concerning the applicant's past performance and may consider such information in its evaluation. Form OF 612 must be signed and those submitted unsigned will be rejected. Applicants should retain for their record, copies of all enclosures that accompany their submissions. Any questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted in writing to Colette Munyakazi, HR Specialist via e-mail at cmunyakazi@usaid.gov and to Robert Kiberu, HR Assistant at rkiberu@usaid.gov; no later than April 20, 2010. Based on submissions received in response to this solicitation, the government reserves the right to extend the due date, if necessary. Method of delivery of applications: Electronic submission is authorized. All application packages are to be submitted by email to: cmunyakazi@usaid.gov and rkiberu@usaid.gov. Please quote the number and position title of this solicitation on the subject line of your e-mail application. For those who wish to send hard copies of their application by mail: Mailing (least preferred): Via Courier Service: USAID/Rwanda - Executive Office 2657 Avenue de la Gendarmerie - Kacyiru B.P 2848 Kigali, Rwanda (Solicitation # SOL-696-S-10-000005) Submission by e-mail is the preferred method of delivery. Please note that USAID/Rwanda does not accept responsibility for delays in transmission or receipt of any application. Applications received after the closing date and time specified will not be considered. Receipt of an application in response to this solicitation does not constitute an award commitment. Additionally, it does not commit the U.S. Government to reimburse any costs incurred in the preparation and submission of the application. Any submission is at the sole risk of the applicant. USAID reserves the right to award, or not to award, the contract herein contemplated, subject to availability of funds. Sincerely, Hadiza Linganwa Executive Officer Attachment to Solicitation No. SOL-696-10-000005 1. SOLICITATION NO.: SOL-696-10-000005 2. ISSUANCE DATE: March 26, 2010 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: April 26, 2010 17.00, Kigali, Rwanda, Local Time 4. POSITION TITLE: Senior Acquisition and Assistance Specialist 5. MARKET VALUE: GS-13 ($71,674 - $93,175). Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value based upon the candidate's past salary, work history and educational background. 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Two years with an option to renew for up to three additional years based on continuing need for the position, performance and availability of funds. 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Kigali, Rwanda 8. SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: The apparently successful applicant shall be required to obtain a secret level security clearance as a pre-condition for employment. 9. MEDICAL CLEARANCE: The apparently successful applicant, and any eligible family members who will accompany the applicant to post, shall be required to obtain a Department of State Medical clearance to live and/or work in Rwanda as a pre-condition for employment and/or residence in Rwanda. 10. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: U.S Citizens and Third Country Nationals (TCNs) 11. SELECTION CRITERIA: Grading will be done on a 100-point scale: Education and Other Academic Training (20%), Work and Professional Experience (30%), Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (50 pts). 12. STATEMENT OF WORK: A. Basic Function The contractor shall serve as a Senior Acquisition and Assistance Specialist to assume the full role and responsibilities of a warranted Contracting Officer. The Senior Acquisition and Assistance Specialist shall manage the USAID/Rwanda A&A Office and report directly to the Mission Director. The incumbent will work with the USAID/East Africa Regional Acquisition and Assistance Officer (RAAO) located in Nairobi, Kenya. B. Major Duties and Responsibilities The incumbent serves as a Senior Acquisition and Assistance Specialist, responsible for all pre-award, post-award and closeout functions involving highly complex negotiated procurements of significant importance to the Agency. Requirements of the contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, inter-agency agreements are typically highly specialized and involve complex systems or sensitive international programs. The Contractor must provide technical assistance necessary to execute a full range of procurement actions in support of USAID/Rwanda. The support required includes actions such as: task orders, delivery orders, grants and cooperative agreements, fixed price (including commercial contracts) and cost reimbursable contracts, modifications to these instruments and other miscellaneous administrative actions. The Contractor must conduct negotiations, prepare award documents and file documentation as required. The Contractor must also be available for consultation on acquisition and assistance issues. Specifically, the incumbent: 1. Conducts Procurement Program Planning Work (20%) • Develops long-range plans for new or complex programs. Responsible for procurement planning activities for Mission teams, which may include reviewing and clearing action memos and representing the Regional Acquisition and Assistance Office at program planning meetings and keeps the Supervisory RAAO informed of anticipated workload demands. • Identifies within assigned major program(s) those significant components, equipment and services to be acquired by contract, grant, cooperative agreement or Inter-agency Agreement. • Provides advice to project personnel on effective implementation and time frames required. Assists program officials in project planning meetings on an as-needed basis. • Advises program officials of the procurement instruments to be used and assists in the preparation of statements of work and collaborates in the development of evaluation criteria. • Provides counseling and training to new project/technical staff on USAID regulations and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) requirements and provides on-the-job training to lower level staff. • Provides advice to Mission personnel on resolution of special procurement problems associated with waiver requests, expediting of deliveries, apparent overlapping of responsibilities and resolution of claims. 2. Analyzes Sources for the Items/Services Procured (10%) • Develops new or innovative acquisition plans, source selection plans and contract terms, conditions or financial arrangements. • Surveys the markets to locate new procurement sources and determine the availability of items or services with specialized requirements. Prepares solicitation documents. Performs detailed analyses of all elements of cost in contractor proposals. Assists the Contracting Officer in the determination of the competitive range and prepares defensible justifications when required. Similarly, drafts Request for Applications (RFAs) for awards under assistance. • Conducts pre-proposal conferences with prospective contractors to arrive at a clear understanding of what is required under the proposed contract on an as-needed basis. • Obtains appropriate data from business and technical officials. Issues necessary modifications to clarify questions concerning such topics as specification changes, language ambiguities or clarification of contract clauses or subcontracts. 3. Negotiates Procurement of Products and Services Using a Variety of Contract Types (20%) • Plans the negotiation strategy, coordinates with the negotiation team and leads the negotiations which are conducted with contractors/grantees to develop the contract/grant prices and terms. • Serves as lead negotiator responsible for a significant program or for major procurements, which may include several types of instruments. • Negotiates contract methods and types used to procure large, highly complex, and significant equipment systems, programs or services where little or no contractual precedent exists. • Coordinates a variety of contracts and assistance agreements requiring the development of new or modified evaluation criteria, reporting requirements and contractual arrangements. • Negotiates Participating Agency Services Agreements (PASA) and Participating Agency Program Agreements (PAPA) in accordance with statutory and procedural regulations and general agreements with other Federal agencies. Negotiations include prices, terms, special conditions, and amendments. Coordinates PASAs and PAPAs with officials in participating Federal agencies and with Mission officials as necessary. • Prepares the memorandum of negotiation, contract/agreement document and recommends its award. • Updates/develops guidelines and procedures for host country contracting. 4. Conducts Contract Compliance Review (15%) • Conducts in-depth compliance review and evaluation of complex, unusual, or unprecedented contract actions requiring higher-level approval. Responsible for contract administration sufficient to ensure contract terms and conditions are met and that the contractor delivers the required goods or services in a timely manner to achieve the objectives of the Agency's projects and programs. • Advises technical office counterparts and contractors on their administration responsibilities contained in the contract. • Evaluates the adequacy of the contractor's business management systems for areas such as personnel compensation, subcontracting procedures, and financial management. Ensures the contractor's compliance with Cost Accounting Standards and requirements. • Prepares documentation for terminations of contracts for the convenience of the Government or default by the contractor. The incumbent is responsible for the preparation of all documentation necessary to support and defend termination decisions. • Responds to protests by researching and developing necessary analysis, documentation, and history. Works with the Regional Legal Advisor (RLA) in preparing the Agency's position and Regional Contracting Officer reports to support the Government's defense on protests to the Government Accountability Office (GAO). • Reviews grantee's procurement systems and procedures. In response to requests for review by grantees for the purpose of certifying their procurement system and procedures, conducts evaluations of grantees contracts, contracting procedures, contract planning, competition, cost analysis, organizations, Contractor qualifications, procurement and contract administration systems, and similar functions. • Reviews third-party contracts submitted by grantees to ensure compliance with requirements for solicitation and award of third-party contracts. 5. Monitors Contractor's Performance (20%) • Conducts reviews of highly specialized contracts, assistance agreements and contracting plans. Performs contract administration activities for significant, highly specialized procurements. • Supports Contracting/Agreement Officer by providing contracting/agreement administration sufficient to ensure terms and conditions are complied with and that the contractor/recipient delivers the required goods or services in a timely manner to achieve the objectives of the Agency's projects or programs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: periodic site visits, review of changes to incremental funding, redirection of effort, coordination of time extension, incorporation of change orders, preparation of stop work orders, preparation of cure notices or show cause letters and contract closeout for Contracting/Agreement Officer review and approval. • Conducts contract reviews to evaluate performance and recommends issuing cure or show-cause notices when the contractor is not in compliance. • Reviews official contract files to ensure that there is no pending administrative action; contract is complete in every aspect and ready to close; and to obtain approval of all closeout documentation. • Interprets contract provisions for contractors and for officials of the agency, and provides appropriate advice and guidance. 6. Conducts Policy Research, Analysis and Interpretation (10%) • Acts as a liaison to the Regional Contracting Office in Nairobi, Kenya. • Analyzes and collates the approved annual procurement plans. • Serves as an advisor to program officials in project planning meetings. Advises program officials of the procurement and assistance instruments to be used. Assists in the preparation of statement of work and development of evaluation criteria. • Provides counseling and training to new project/technical staff on USAID regulations and the FAR requirements. • Responds to protests by researching and developing necessary analysis, documentation and history. Works with the RLA in preparing the Agency's position and RAAO reports to support the Government's defense on protests to the GAO. Provides ongoing technical advice and recommendations to both contracting and technical office personnel. 7. Other Assignments (5%) • Performs other duties as appropriate. II. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS Knowledge Required by the Position The position requires either: knowledge of contracting principles, laws, regulations and procedures applicable to pre-award and/or post-award actions sufficient to procure and/or administer contracts for major development, testing, and/or production, or mastery of a procurement functional area sufficient to provide expert technical leadership, staff coordination, and consultation including responsibility for formulating guidelines, implementing new developments, and providing policy interpretation. Familiarity with business strategy and program or technical requirements is required sufficient to perform or direct in-depth evaluations of the financial and technical capabilities, or the performance, of the contractor. Guidelines Policies and precedents are available but stated in general terms or are of limited use. Extensive searches of a wide range of regulations and policy circulars are frequently required. The PSC uses experienced judgment and initiative in applying principles underlying guidelines, in deviating from traditional techniques, or in researching trends and patterns to develop new approaches, criteria, or proposed policies. Complexity The work is characterized by breadth of planning, review, and coordination or depth of problem identification and analysis, stemming from the variety of the procurement functions or from unknowns, changes, or conflicts inherent to the issues. Work involves varied duties requiring many different and unrelated processes and methods which cover the full range of contracting and assistance activities in the assigned functional area(s) or contract reviews which reveal trends and common problems. Decisions involve responsiveness to continuing changes in programs or technological developments. Procurements typically require new or modified contract terms and conditions, funding arrangements, or policy interpretation throughout the pre-award and post award phases. The PSC develops data and recommends or initiates action to resolve a variety of problems under different award instruments such as contract awards and awards under assistance. Actions include factors not routinely encountered. Determining what needs to be done includes analysis of alternatives, adaptation, or modification of procedures, or resolution of incomplete or conflicting technical or contractor data. Scope and Effect The purpose of the work is to provide expertise as a specialist in a functional area of contracts and grants/cooperative agreements by furnishing advisory, planning, or reviewing services on specific problems, projects, or programs. The work affects a wide range of procurement and assistance activities such as the operation of procurement programs in various offices or locations, the accomplishment of significant procurement of technical program goals, or the economic position of contractors or on their respective geographic areas. All actions of the Senior Acquisition and Assistance Specialist will be subject to review and final approval of the responsible Contracting/ Agreement Officer or his/her designee. III. SUPERVISION AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES Supervision Received: The incumbent will report to the USAID/East Africa Supervisory Regional Contracting Officer. Available Guidelines: Reference and guidance materials to be used by the Contractor in performing the duties shall include, but not be limited to the following: • Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) • AID Acquisition Regulations (AIDAR) • Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) • OMB Circulars • A & A Policy Directives (AAPDs) • Contract Information Bulletins (CIBs) • Procurement Executive Bulletin (PEB) • USAID Automated Directives System (ADS) Exercise of Judgment: The Contractor must exercise sound and independent judgment in interpreting and applying acquisition and assistance regulations in the course of carrying out the assigned duties. Authority to make commitments: The incumbent will not have the authority to sign A & A instruments or other documents that require a warrant, nor the authority to make legal determinations that have the effect of binding the Government. Nature, Level and Purpose of Contacts: The Contractor establishes and maintains solid working relationships with all levels of Mission personnel, contractors and assistance recipients. Interpersonal skills: The Contractor must exercise discretion and tact in a variety of stressful situations and when dealing with personnel to resolve challenges that arise during the course of the work, for which there often is not a clear solution. Teamwork within the cluster and between clusters for the overall success of Mission operations is essential. Time required to perform full range of duties: The Contractor is expected to be an expert in the field of USG acquisition and assistance procedures. Physical Demands/ Work Environment: The work is sedentary and performed in an office setting. IV. QUALIFICATION AND SELECTION CRITERIA MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS In order to be considered for the position, a candidate must meet the Minimum Qualifications listed below. Consideration and selection will be based on a panel evaluation of the Evaluation Factors. Additionally, interviews and writing samples may be requested only from the top scoring candidates. Please note that not all applicants will be interviewed or contacted. USAID will not pay for any expenses associated with the interviews unless expenses are pre-authorized. Reference checks may be conducted on those candidates selected for an interview. The applicant's references must be able to provide substantive information about his/her past performance and abilities. Applicants are required to write a brief cover letter to demonstrate how prior experience and/or training addresses the Minimum Qualifications and Evaluation Factors listed below. • Cover Letter (should note date of availability to begin assignment in Rwanda) • Resume/ Curriculum Vitae (CV) • Copy of Procurement Management Certification Program, FAC-C Certification or equivalent provided along with copies of relevant course certificates • 3-5 References with contact information provided • Ability to obtain U.S. government employment authorization, in accordance with USAID hiring policy. • Satisfactory verification of academic credentials. SELECTION CRITERIA The following factors are each listed in their ascending order of importance and will be the basis for the evaluation of all applications. All applications will be evaluated based on the documentation submitted with the application. Applicants are required to provide a cover letter addressing how they meet the requirements of each of the criteria below and must submit three to five professional references with complete contact information. Candidates will be evaluated and ranked based on the following selection criteria: Education and Training (20 points) • Bachelor's degree in relevant major field plus at least seven years relevant experience is desired. However, relevant, extensive work experience, if demonstrably successful, may be substituted or be given appropriate consideration. Relevant majors are business administration, economics, public administration, law, banking, international affairs, procurement and contracting or finance with an emphasis on commerce, trade, and materials management. • Certification or substantial completion of the requirements for certification for the Procurement Management Certification Program (PMCP) or FAC-C or its equivalent is required. PMCP Certification requires successful completion of eight specified courses in procurement plus the achievement of certain competencies through a combination of training and experience. The eight courses are Federal and AID Acquisition Regulations (FAR) (or other introductory course to the Federal Acquisition Regulations System); Competition in Contracting Act and the Role of the Competition Advocate in USAID (CICA); Contract Law; Contract Administration; Cost and Price Analysis; Simplified Acquisition (Small Purchases); Grants and Cooperative Agreements and Personal Services Contract Seminar. Certification in Assistance and Personal Service Contracts is required. Work Experience (30 points) • A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in the acquisition and assistance field is required. Demonstrated prior experience and ability to exercise independent judgment and lead teams in the full range of responsibilities: procurement planning, solicitation, analysis and evaluation of proposals, negotiation and award of acquisition and assistance instruments, cost and price analysis, administration, termination, negotiation of changes, execution of options, investigation and resolution of contractor delays, contractor performance appraisal, subcontractor surveillance and disposition of claims. • Experience that demonstrates pre-award skills and experience in making formal presentations and in post award administration. • At least three years of the experience working on acquisition and assistance actions overseas with international organizations is required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (50 pts) • Demonstrated knowledge of federal contracting and assistance principles, laws, statutes, Executive Orders, regulations and procedures applicable to pre-award and/or post-award actions sufficient to procure and/or administer contracts, grants and cooperative agreements for a variety of specialized equipment, services, and/or construction, or to conduct studies of problem areas and develop standard methods and operating procedures. Knowledge of the following is preferred: - USAID Acquisition Regulations (AIDAR) - Contract Information Bulletins (CIBS) / Acquisition & Assistance Policy Directives (AAPDs) - Office of Procurement Administrative Memoranda (OPAMS) - USAID Automated Directive System (ADS) - Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circular - Title 22, Code of Federal Regulations as appropriate to USAID. • Proven ability in the following: issuance of fixed-priced contracts, issuance of cost reimbursement contracts, issuance of personal service contracts, business evaluations, contract administration; contract termination; and award and administration of grants and cooperative agreements. • Demonstrated excellence in oral communication in English and strong writing skills. Proven ability to evaluate, and interpret policy directives and regulations, produce technical documents and to effectively communicate the Mission to implementing partners. • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cooperating government officials, business and industry officials and mission staff at all levels is required. The ability to plan, organize and manage complex negotiations and meetings is very important. Strong organizational skills; ability to work independently with little supervision; ability to work calmly, tactfully and effectively under pressure and to demonstrate extreme flexibility to manage more than one activity at a time is essential. • The ability to maintain strict confidentiality and high ethical standards relating to all areas of acquisition and assistance matters are required. • Proficiency in standard operating and application software (Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook) is required. TOTAL POINTS: 100 13. START DATE: Immediately, once necessary security and health clearances are obtained. 14. POINT OF CONTACT: Hadiza Linganwa at hlinganwa@usaid.gov and Colette Munyakazi at cmunyakazi@usaid.gov. 15. HOW TO APPLY: Applicants are required to address each of the above Selection Criteria on a separate sheet describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education, and/or awards or recognition they have received relevant to each criteria described below, and any related considerations. Be sure to include your name and the announcement number at the top of each additional page. To ensure consideration of applications for the intended position, please reference the solicitation number on your application, and as the subject line in any email, cover letter and any other attached pages. The highest ranking applicants may be selected for interviews. Applications must be received by the closing date and time at the address specified in the cover letter. Applications received after the date and time shall be considered late and shall be considered at the discretion of the Government. We suggest you confirm that all documents submitted were received prior to closing date and time of this notice. Equipment failures at USAID or by the applicant's network are not acceptable reasons for late submission as applicants have the option of sending hard copy via courier. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS ARE REQUESTED TO SUBMIT: A US Government Optional Form 612 (available at the USAID website, http://www.usaid.gov/procurement_bus_opp/procurement/forms or internet http://fillform.gsa.gov, or at Federal offices). Applicants are also required to forward a 1) resume or curriculum vitae, 2) a brief annex to the resume or curriculum vitae that demonstrates how prior education, experience and/or training addresses the minimum qualifications and evaluation factors by which applicants will be initially ranked, and 3) a brief writing sample, containing the following information: 1. Personal Information: Full name, mailing address (with zip code), email address, day and evening phone numbers, social security number, country of citizenship, highest federal civilian grade held (also give job series and dates held). 2. Applicants are required to address each of the Selection Criteria on a separate sheet describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education, and/or awards or recognition they have received relevant to the selection criteria described in the selection criteria section of this solicitation. 3. Applicants are required to provide a three to five page writing sample as part of their application to demonstrate their written English language ability. The writing sample may be an excerpt of a larger work and need not be specifically written for this solicitation. 4. Work Experience: Provide the following information for your paid and non-paid work experience related to the job for which you are applying (do not send job descriptions); job title (include series and grade if Federal job), duties, and accomplishments, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates (month and year), hours per week, salary. Indicate if the USG may contact your current supervisor. 5. Education: Colleges and universities, name, city and state, majors, type and year of any degrees received (if no degree, show total credits earned and indicate whether semester or quarter hours). 6. References: Applicants are required to provide three professional references with complete contact information including email address and telephone numbers. 7. Statement of Availability: A written statement certifying the date and length of time for which the candidate is available for the position. 8. Applications must be submitted by email, US Post, DHL, FedEx or other international courier by the closing time and date to: USAID/Rwanda - Executive Office: 2657, Avenue de la Gendarmerie - Kacyiru B.P 2848 Kigali, Rwanda (Solicitation # SOL-696-S-10-000005) Fax Number: 250-596442 E-mail Address: hlinganwa@usaid.gov (Hadiza Linganwa), with copies to: cmunyakazi@usaid.gov (Colette Munyakazi). The subject line should read "Solicitation No. SOL-696-S-10-000005. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCS Forms outlined below can found at http://www.usaid.gov/business/business_opportunities/psc_solicitations.html 1. Optional Form 612. 2. Contractor Physical Examination (DS-1843 and DS-1622 Forms). ** 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). ** ** Forms 2 through 5 shall be completed only upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job. - Contractor Physical Examination (DS-1843 and DS-1622): Upon notification of eligibility as USPSC you will have two (2) weeks to submit your completed Medical Forms in accordance with the instructions in Attachment A of subject forms. NOTE: (DS 1843 and DS 1622) STATE/MED is committed to processing all USPSC medical clearances within 30 days of receipt, except when additional medical testing is required. SECURITY AND MEDICAL CLEARANCES The position is open to U.S. Citizens and to Third Country Nationals (TCNs). The selected applicant must be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance and appropriate Medical Clearance from STATE/MED. The selected applicant must obtain these clearances prior to departure for post. All accompanying dependents must also obtain Medical Clearances prior to departure for post. CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBS) PERTAINING TO PSCS AAPDs and CIBs contain changes to USAID policy and General Provisions in USAID regulations and contracts. Please refer to this website http://www.usaid.gov/business/businessopportunities/cib/subject.html#psc to determine which AAPDs and CIBs apply to this contract. 17. BENEFITS, ALLOWANCES AND PAYMENT OF TAXES As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a USPSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances: 1) BENEFITS Employee's FICA Contribution Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance Pay Comparability Adjustment Annual Increase Eligibility for Worker's Compensation Annual and Sick Leave Access to Embassy medical facilities, commissary and pouch mail service Cost of Travel to/from Post Shipment of Unaccompanied Baggage Shipment and Storage of Household Effects Shipment of POV (Privately Owned Vehicle) 2) ALLOWANCES (if applicable, as found in the Standardize Regulations for Government Civilians Foreign Areas): Temporary Lodging Allowance (Section 120) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130) Post Allowance (Section 220) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260) Educational Allowance (Section 270) Educational Travel (Section 280) Post Differential (Chapter 500) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600) and Danger Pay (Section 650) FEDERAL TAXES: USPSCs are required to pay Federal Income Taxes, FICA and Medicare.
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