MODIFICATION
R -- Police Advisor
- Notice Date
- 2/19/2013
- Notice Type
- Modification/Amendment
- NAICS
- 541690
— Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
- Contracting Office
- Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Grants, Acquisitions, Procurement and Policy Division (INL/RM/GAPP), SA-4 Navy Hill, South Building, 2430 E Street, N.W., Washington, District of Columbia, 20037, United States
- ZIP Code
- 20037
- Solicitation Number
- PSC-13-007-INL
- Archive Date
- 3/16/2013
- Point of Contact
- Amy M. Kara,
- E-Mail Address
-
karaam2@state.gov
(karaam2@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 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. Police Advisor Tegucigalpa, Honduras Issuance Date: 01/17/2013 Closing Date: 03/01/2013 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-13-007-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 or three references, including contact information Submit all proposals via e-mail or facsimile to the attention of: INL/Amy Kara E-mail: KaraAM2@state.gov 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-13-006-INL 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 01/17/2013 3. CLOSING DATE: 03/01/2013 4. TIME SPECIFIED FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 5:00 PM, EST 5. POSITION TITLE: Police Advisor 6. MARKET VALUE: $80,728 - $118,552 (FS-02 Equivalent) 7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: One year from date of award and four option years 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Tegucigalpa, Honduras 8. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR: GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR: The Narcotics Affairs Section (NAS) in Honduras implements programs funded by the US Department of State's (DOS) Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Office of Western Hemisphere Programs (INL/WHP). The Bureau is responsible for the development, coordination, implementation, and supervision of international narcotics control, law enforcement activities, and international criminal justice issues for the DOS. Purpose: The Police Advisor will serve in Honduras on the full range of law enforcement issues, evaluate training, and assist Honduran National Police to implement "best practices" for reducing gang- and narcotics-related crime and violence within targeted communities. The Police Advisor will provide technical law enforcement expertise, policy guidance, technical assistance, and training on behalf of INL in support of host-nation efforts to improve policing techniques, and reduce gang activity within targeted communities. The Police Advisor may provide significant input in strategic planning and development of possible future law enforcement programs in Honduras, notably community policing and Model Precinct projects. The Police Advisor may also provide assistance to the new Major Crimes Task Force (MCTF), which seeks to increase Honduran investigative and prosecutorial capacity to combat impunity related to major crimes. The Police Advisor will coordinate programs with other Honduran entities, INL model precinct advisors, INL anti-gangs advisors, other advisors, or contractors working for the INL program in Honduras, and Narcotics Affairs Sections/Offices, as appropriate, throughout the region. Relationship: The Police Advisor reports directly to the NAS Director or designated INL Director at US Embassy Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Work Environment: The position will be stationed at the U.S. Embassy in Tegucigalpa, with regular fieldwork mentoring Honduran law enforcement. Work in model precinct locations are considered high-risk communities with high levels of criminal activity therefore the person will be exposed to highly hazardous environments. Official national and international travel may be requested. Physical Demands: There is a potential exposure to verbal and physical threats from criminal elements and job related mental stress because of the high-risk environment that will be encountered. Position Elements: • Host Country Liaison • Program Management • Planning and Development of Strategies and Crime Reduction Programs • Training Coordination and Planning Guidelines: Regional Gang Initiative Plan of Action and Annual Progress Reports, INL Handbook Personal Contacts: • Internal: NAS Director, NAS Deputy Director, Community Policing Advisor, Regional Gang Advisor, INL/RGI and CARSI Staff, GSO, FMO, Honduras Corrections Advisor, USAID • External: Honduran National Police Representatives, Ministry of Security, Prison Directorate, other INL Contractors Duties and Responsibilities 1. Review and assess the organizational and operational capacities of the Honduran government, including National police and local actors. In consultation with the NAS, develop and maintain an assistance plan that will promote effective policing practices. 2. Establish collaborative partnerships in the community between the Honduran government and the individuals and organizations they serve to develop solutions to problems and increase trust in police. 3. Assist the Honduran government to develop best practices to oversee, coordinate, and administer educational and development classes/programs for various community organizations and schools. 4. Advise on, initiate, and coordinate activities related to preventing and reducing crime in Honduras, and improving Honduran National Police effectiveness in investigating major crimes (homicides, extortions, kidnappings, etc.). 5. Assist the Honduran government to implement, oversee, and coordinate best practices for achieving the goal of crime reduction at the precinct or higher level. 6. Work with the other INL advisors to identify training needs of the Honduran National Police personnel. Propose training options and course availability in Central America or the U.S. 7. Work with the other INL advisors to execute projects in accordance with the objectives and terms established in the Letter of Agreement, Model Precinct Work Plans, or similar documents. 8. Provide advice and assistance in the preparation of procurement documentation for technical services, training, and commodities as well as monitoring procurement actions, including drafting source-origin waivers, bid solicitations, scopes of work, and delivery and acceptance of procured items. 9. Work with the INL personnel to prepare quarterly and annual progress reports regarding each precinct project. Prepare an annual strategic plan for each project of responsibility. 10. Attend meetings with U.S. and host-government officials as requested, including the regional working group meetings. Minimum Qualifications 1. U.S. Citizen, able to obtain/maintain a DOS security, ethical, and medical clearance. 2. A minimum of fifteen (15) years experience as a sworn civilian law enforcement officer in a law enforcement organization of at least twenty-five (25) personnel and having attained the rank of Lieutenant, equivalent, or higher 3. Demonstrated five years of relevant criminal investigation experience, such as experience with violent crimes investigations. 4. Demonstrated experience in community policing tactics and theories, and management of resources. 5. Graduate of a U.S. federal, state, or local law enforcement academy. 6. Demonstrated ability to interact with high-level officials (governmental and non-governmental.) 7. Demonstrated relevant work experience in law enforcement program management, training, and problem-solving methodologies. 8. Demonstrated communication and liaison skills appropriate to work with a wide variety of governmental, public, and private sector representatives; as well as with local community members and groups. 9. Knowledge of decentralized decision-making, which involves flattening the agency hierarchy, increasing tolerance for new approaches in problem-solving efforts, and allowing officers discretion in handling calls. 10. Ability to write and speak Spanish at the FSI 3/3 Level. 11. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. 12. Physically able to reside in Honduras in the areas of Tegucigalpa, or other as assigned, and travel throughout the region. 13. Ability to work in highly hazardous environment with potential exposure to verbal and physical threats from criminal elements. 14. Knowledge and experience with U.S. Government (USG) regulations, standards of conduct, and ethics. 15. Ability to successfully complete the FSI Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) course within the first 120 days of assignment. Preferred Qualifications: • A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in a criminal justice related field. • Previous experience as a federal or state-certified U.S. law enforcement trainer/instructor. • Experience working in international police development and reform. • Five (5) years experience managing program resources, including project analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation. Evaluation Criteria Factor 1 Offeror's relevant experience planning and developing law enforcement strategies and crime reduction programs; ability to coordinate with host-country civilian and police officials, and donor community; ability to effectively work in a multi-cultural and overseas environment; and experience deploying techniques for improved police institutions, notably violent crimes and modern police philosophies. (30 points) Factor 2 Offeror's capability to serve as a role model for trying new approaches and building collaborative relationships to implement improved policing methodologies and use position to influence and educate others. Demonstrated ability to emphasize and reinforce modern police philosophy vision, values, and mission within an organization, support, and articulate a commitment to community policing as the dominant way of doing business. (30 points) Factor 3 Offeror's knowledge of program management, concepts, practices, and principles to analyze and develop recommendations for program implementation and USG objectives. Demonstrated ability to manage resources, influence by design, and effectively collaborate to further goals, objectives, and activities. (25 points) Factor 4 Past Performance evaluation of applicant's ability to perform under contract. 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. (15 points) Pre-Award Ethical Responsibilities of PSC (JUN 2011) This solicitation may result in the award of one or more personal services contracts as defined in FAR 2.101. Prior to contract award, all offerors or quotes must advise the cognizant Contracting Officer if they have a personal conflict of interest, such as a financial conflict, that would prevent them from either meeting the requirements of the clause entitled, "Post-Award Ethical Responsibilities of Personal Services Contractors," or otherwise objectively performing their contractual duties upon contract award. 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 BENEFITS & ALLOWANCES AS A MATTER OF POLICY, INL NORMALLY AUTHORIZES THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES BENEFITS - IF APPLICABLE • 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 - IF APPLICABLE • 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, Tegucigalpa, Honduras
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