SOLICITATION NOTICE
R -- Community Policing Advisor (CPA) - OF-612
- Notice Date
- 3/8/2012
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 541690
— Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
- Contracting Office
- U.S. 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-12-023-INL
- Archive Date
- 4/6/2012
- Point of Contact
- Amy M. Kara,
- E-Mail Address
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karaam2@state.gov
(karaam2@state.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- The OF-612 must be completed and submitted along with resume and three references. 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 this solicitation. The Department is not responsible for any data and/or text not received when retrieving this document electronically. Amendments to solicitation documents generally contain information critical to the submission of an application. Community Policing Advisor (CPA) U.S. Embassy Dushanbe, Tajikistan Issuance Date: 03/08/2012 Closing Date: 03/22/2012 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-12-023-INL SUBJECT A solicitation for a Personal Services Contractor (PSC), Department of State (DOS), Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) The United States Government (USG), represented by the DOS, seeks applications from US citizens interested in providing PSC services as described in this solicitation. HOW TO APPLY Offeror's proposals shall be in accordance with the requirements stated in this solicitation at the place and time specified. A proposal will be determined non-responsive and ineligible for consideration unless all required documents and information are included in the submission. Offerors shall ensure their resume demonstrates their possession of the minimum qualifications outlined in this Solicitation, as well as their ability to fulfill all required duties. Proposals must include the following: 1) Form OF-612 (Completed and signed) 2) Resume 3) Three letters of reference, including contact information 4) Reference the Solicitation Number, on all documents 5) Full Mailing Address and Phone Number Submit all proposals via e-mail or facsimile to the attention of: INL/Amy Kara Email: KaraAM2@state.gov Fax: 202-776-8686 Direct questions regarding this solicitation to: INL/Amy Kara Email: KaraAM2@state.gov INL will not accept late proposals unless it can be determined DOS mishandled the proposal. 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-12-023-INL 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 03/08/2012 3. CLOSING DATE: 03/22/2012 4. TIME SPECIFIED FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 5 PM, EST 5. POSITION TITLE: Community Policing Advisor (CPA) 6. MARKET VALUE: $80,728 - $118,552 (GS-14 Equivalent) 7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: One year from contract award date, with four option year 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Dushanbe, Tajikistan 8. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below STATEMENT OF DUTIES GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR A. BACKGROUND Tajikistan is Central Asia's poorest and most vulnerable state. The country faces increasing security threats, internally and externally. Emerging from Soviet rule in 1991 and a devastating civil war from 1992 to 1997, Tajikistan endeavors to balance the interests of powerful regional forces and maintain stability. Consequently, the Government of Tajikistan (GOT) likely will continue to seek assistance from and cooperation with the United States Government (USG) and other international partners to address critical areas, including economic development and security. The USG's efforts are critical for strengthening the U.S.-Tajikistan bilateral relationship, as well as for Tajikistan's future as a stable and independent state. Since launching its program in 2003, the U.S. Department of State's (DOS) Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) has implemented a variety of law enforcement initiatives in Tajikistan. Stemming the flow of narcotics, terrorists, and weapons in and out of Afghanistan is critical to the country's success, the likelihood of long-term regional stability, and the advancement of the USG's efforts against global terrorism. INL's assistance programs strengthen border control and build law enforcement professional and technical capacity. The programs focus on improving the GOT's ability to provide timely, effective, and efficient police services to the civilian population in a conflict-free and human rights-compliant manner. Since 2010, INL has implemented a community policing program aimed to (a) institutionalize the principles and practices of community policing from the top down, by generating understanding of and support for democratic and community-oriented policing among key leaders in the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA), and (b) improve trust between the police and the community from the bottom up, by building collaborative police-community partnerships that are capable of identifying and addressing local problems related to crime, safety, security, and quality of life. Purpose The Community Policing Advisor (CPA) serves as an expert on community policing and provides support, assistance, and advice to INL on the implementation of community-oriented police reform and technical law enforcement assistance programs. The CPA will play a key role in INL program development, in-house program implementation, and oversight of implementing contractors, particularly in relation to community policing. The CPA advises the MIA on the development and implementation of community policing strategies as the foundation for democratic police reform. The CPA works closely with district-level station commanders, government representatives, and community leaders to establish police-public partnerships, to implement local community policing strategies, and to assist with the education and training of police and community members in community policing principles and practices. Relationship The CPA reports to the INL Director at U.S. Embassy Dushanbe, Tajikistan. The INL Director will annually evaluate the CPA's performance, based on the duties and responsibilities outlined herein and the interpersonal relationships within the Embassy, host government, and international and local partners. B. STATEMENT OF WORK 1) Manage INL law enforcement assistance programs, including needs assessments, design and development, coordination with other USG entities and international donors, selection of project implementers, and monitoring and evaluation. 2) Provide policy analysis to the INL Director on improving the capacity of the police to serve its citizens, particularly in areas related to community policing and gender issues. 3) Draft/review technical and programmatic documents, including funding and information memoranda and letters, project work plans, budgets, and reports, talking points, briefing materials, official informal entries, and official cables. 4) Discuss INL's police programs with international and GOT officials at meetings, seminars, and conferences on law enforcement development, police reform, and community policing, as directed; participate in outreach activities with host country and international law enforcement members to increase awareness of INL programs and policies. 5) Design and develop community-policing projects, and oversee and advise on project implementers' work through regular meetings, project document review, and monitoring project activities, including training, establishing police-community partnerships, and community problem solving. 6) Monitor and evaluate program activities' effectiveness and application methods to ensure compliance achievement with acceptable international standards and intended and unintended impact. 7) Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with police, local government officials, and community members. 8) Advise the MIA on best practices for institutionalizing community policing, including organizational changes, tactical, operational, and strategic planning, training, and community outreach and engagement. 9) Coordinate with the OSCE-led Police Reform Steering Group and Working Groups to ensure INL's community policing initiatives complement police reform activities. 10) Provide professional support and assistance to team members, and build professional capacity of Foreign National program staff through on-the-job training and mentoring. C. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1) U.S. citizen, able to obtain and maintain DOS Secret security and Medical clearances. 2) Master's degree from an accredited institution, in the field of justice, law, and/or related social science field. 3) Ten (10) years experience in management, organizational development, planning and strategic development (including evaluation of effectiveness and assessment of impact), project management, and training. 4) Demonstrated knowledge of police development in transitioning societies and the establishment of democratic policing systems. 5) Demonstrated substantive knowledge of contemporary community policing principles and practices and credible experience in developing and implementing community-policing programs. 6) Demonstrated ability to provide expert program and policy guidance to senior-level policy makers. 7) Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills. 8) Proven ability to work and liaise well with others, including a variety of governmental, civil society, and private sector representatives. 9) Proven high-level flexibility and ability to work under pressure and within limited timeframes. 10) Proven ability to build local capacity and mentor foreign staff members. 11) Proven ability to draft analytical documents for internal and external use. (An example should be provided along with the application.) 12) Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. 13) Ability to complete the FSI Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) course successfully within the first 90 days of assignment. 14) Five (5) years working overseas with international organizations in a community policing advisor or related position. Preferred knowledge and skills 1) Ability to apply conflict-sensitive methods and mainstream gender analyses in project development and implementation. 2) Knowledge of adult learning principles and experience in assessing, designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating training. 3) Experience coordinating and facilitating meetings, seminars, and workshops. 4) Experience working with DOS, Department of Justice, and/or U.S. Agency for International Development. Position Elements 1) Supervision Exercised: The CPA will supervise locally hired staff who serve as program management assistants for the Community Policing project. 2) Guidelines: Guidelines include basic legislation, in particular, Chapter 8 of the Foreign Assistance Act (FAA) of 1961, authorities under the FAA, the Arms Export Control Act, provisions of DOD authorization acts, provisions of the annual Foreign Operations, Export Financing, and Related Program Appropriations Act, other supplemental appropriation laws, and the DOS Basic Authorities Act. 3) Complexity: This position involves planning, organizing, and completing analysis and implementation of complex law enforcement project activities. 4) Scope and Effectiveness: The CPA completes extensive assignments in support of the MIA's community policing activities, in coordination with the broader police reform process. The CPA will perform a broad range of tasks related to providing community policing expertise for the Embassy's INL section, which has a significant profile in embassy operations. 5) Personal Contacts: The CPA works closely with the INL Director, INL staff (including third-party contractors and locally hired staff), Embassy personnel, and project-implementing contractors. In addition, the CPA will maintain contact with MIA staff, other law enforcement agencies as needed, and international and non-governmental organizations. The CPA works closely with INL Office of Europe and Asia Programs (INL/EA) in Washington, D.C., as well. 6) Travel: Frequent travel in Tajikistan and the region is required. Occasional international travel, for training or events pertaining to community policing may be authorized by INL/EA in consultation with the Embassy, and will be funded outside this contract. 7) Work Environment: The position is located at U.S. Embassy Dushanbe. Tajikistan is a developing country in which facilities and services are well below the standard in the developed world, particularly in rural areas outside the capital. The CPA shall implement activities in challenging political, social, and physical environments. 8) Level of Effort: The level of effort required over the period of this contract is 100%. The position is full-time, with a minimum of 40 hours per week. Occasional work on weekends or after regular work hours is required. D. EVALUATION CRITERIA Factor 1 Program Development and Management Experience (20 points) Ability to assess needs, develop program plans, draft project budgets, and implement police reform and law enforcement development programs that support USG objectives. Factor 2: Interpersonal Skills (20 points) Ability to build collaborative relations with members of relevant USG agencies, host-government representatives, international and local organization representatives, and local police and community members in developing, implementing, and coordinating community policing programs. Factor 3 Subject Area Expertise (20 points) Expert working knowledge of community policing principles and demonstrated skills and experience managing community policing programs, particularly in developing countries. Factor 4 Communication Skills (20 points) Ability to explain difficult concepts in writing and speaking, report on achievements clearly, conduct meetings efficiently, and persuade interlocutors diplomatically to support various program activities. Factor 5 Personnel/Team Management (10 points) Ability to manage American and foreign national staff in a way that is responsive to staff needs, builds team cohesion, and motivates individuals to achieve shared goals. Factor 6 Past Performance (10 points) Evaluation of applicant's ability to perform under the contract. (In conducting the evaluation, the USG reserves the right to utilize all evaluation information available at the time of evaluation, whether provided by the applicant or obtained from other sources.) E. COMPENSATION For award, INL will negotiate for this contract based on the following: • Entry-level salary is at Step 1 of the grade range assigned to solicitation • Consideration given for experience relevant specifically to the solicitation requirements • Level and extent of experience dictates the salary level within the grade range F. BENEFITS & ALLOWANCES AS A MATTER OF POLICY, INL NORMALLY AUTHORIZES THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES BENEFITS • Employee's FICA Contribution • Contribution toward Health and Life Insurance • Pay Comparability Adjustment • Annual Increase • Eligibility for Worker's Compensation • Annual & Sick Leave • 401K Plan ALLOWANCES • Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance • Living Quarters Allowance • Post Allowance • Supplemental Post Allowance • Separate Maintenance Allowance • Education Allowance • Education Travel • Post Differential • Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure • Danger Pay
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- Place of Performance
- Address: US Embassy, Dushanbe, Tajikistan
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