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SOLICITATION NOTICE

R -- USPSC Maternal and Child Health Technical Advisor (Intermittent PSC, Multiple Positions) - Solicitation

Notice Date

9/17/2014
 

Notice Type

Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
 

NAICS

812990 — All Other Personal Services
 

Contracting Office

Agency for International Development, Washington D.C., USAID/Washington, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Room 7.10-006, Washington, District of Columbia, 20523, United States
 

ZIP Code

20523
 

Solicitation Number

SOL-OAA-14-000187
 

Archive Date

10/2/2014
 

Point of Contact

Vanesia Moodie, Phone: 202-470-4288
 

E-Mail Address

vmoodie@usaid.gov
(vmoodie@usaid.gov)
 

Small Business Set-Aside

N/A
 

Description

Solicitation Number: SOL-OAA-14-000187 Request for Personal Service Contractor USAID Global Health Bureau Position Title:Maternal and Child Health Technical Advisor (Intermittent PSC, Multiple Positions) Solicitation Number:SOL-OAA-14-000187 Salary Level:GS-13 Equivalent Hourly Rate: ($34.69 to $45.09, not eligible for locality pay) GS-14 Equivalent Hourly Rate: ($40.99 to $53.28, not eligible for locality pay) GS-15 Equivalent Hourly Rate: ($48.21 to $62.68, not eligible for locality pay) Issuance Date:September 17, 2014 Closing Date: October 1, 2014 Closing Time:11:00 A.M. EDT Dear Prospective Applicants: The United States Government represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications from qualified U.S. citizens interested in providing Personal Services Contract (PSC) services for Maternal and Child Health Technical Advisor positions on intermittent contracts providing support when changed circumstances in a country necessitate an increase in staffing or additional specialized skills within the Office of Health, Infectious Diseases and Nutrition, Maternal and Child Health Division, Global Health, as described in the attached solicitation. Applications must be submitted in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified. Applicants interested in applying for this position MUST submit the following materials: 1.Resume requirements: a.Your resume should contain sufficient information to make a valid determination that you fully meet the experience requirements as stated in this solicitation. This information should be clearly identified in your resume. Failure to provide information sufficient to determine your qualifications for the position will result in loss of full consideration. Resume or CV should not exceed 3 pages. b.In order to fully evaluate your application, your resume must include: (a) All full time paid positions, job title, location(s), and dates held (month/year) and salary history for each position. Dates (month/year) and locations for all overseas field experience must also be detailed. (b) Specific duties perform that fully detail the level and complexity of the work. (c) Names and contact information (phone and email) for at least 2 supervisors within the last 10 years. (d) Education and any other qualifications including job-related training courses, job-related skills, or job-related honors, awards or accomplishments. (e) Country of Citizenship. 2.List of References: a.Applicants must submit no fewer than three (3) and no more than five (5) references, who are not family members or relatives. Submitted references MUST include the following information: 1.name of reference 2.applicants' relationship to reference 3.title of reference at current job 4.reference current telephone number (work or personal) 5.reference email address (work or personal) At least two (2) references must be from direct supervisors (current or prior) who can provide information regarding the applicant's knowledge of relevant experience in cost analysis, financial management, budget and operations experience. All references must be from within the last ten years of applicant's professional life. Applicants are advised to ensure the information provided is current for all references. 3.Supplemental document addressing the Evaluation Factors: a.In no more than two (2) pages in total (8 ½" x 11" paper only; no less than 11 point font; double sided pages count as 2 pages) demonstrate how you are qualified for the position. The narrative should take into consideration the Evaluation Factors (EFs) below, describing your experience, training, education and/or awards you have received that are relevant to the position. If the narrative exceeds two pages it will NOT be reviewed or evaluated. b.Applicants are required to address each of the EFs describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received that are relevant to each factor. Be sure to include your name and the announcement number at the top of each page. Failure to address the selection and/or Evaluation Factors may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards. c.Please refer to page 11 of the solicitation for specific instructions. Additional documents submitted will not be accepted. By submitting your application materials, you certify that all of the information on and attached to the application is true, correct, complete, and made in good faith. You agree to allow all information on and attached to the application to be investigated. False or fraudulent information on or attached to your application may result in you being eliminated from consideration for this position, or being terminated after award, and may be punishable by fine or imprisonment. 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. PLEASE NOTE: A technical team will review and assess your resume and supplemental documents according to the rating guidelines based on your education/experience to assign a GS-level to your application. Applying to a specific GS-level is not required. Additional documents submitted will not be accepted. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Your complete resume, list of references and the supplemental document addressing the EFs must be received at the address below by the closing date and time specified above. Applicants are encouraged to create an application profile online and submit their application through the website www.globalcorps-health.com or via fax 202-870-5200: GlobalCorps-Health 1401 K Street, NW Suite 801 Washington, DC 20005 Tel: 202-470-2838 Fax: 202-870-5200 E-Mail Address: info@globalcorps-health.com Website: www.globalcorps-health.com Applicants can expect to receive a confirmation email when application materials have been received. Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their applications. Any questions on this solicitation must be directed to: Vanesia Moodie PSC Recruiter Tel: 202-470-2838 Fax: 202-870-5200 E-Mail Address: vmoodie@usaid.gov Sincerely, Patricia Bradley Contracting Officer   Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor (USPSC) Maternal and Child Health Technical Advisor (Intermittent PSC, Multiple Positions) 1. SOLICITATION NO.: SOL-OAA-14-000187 2. ISSUANCE DATE: September 17, 2014 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: October 1, 2014, 11:00 am EDT 4. POSITION TITLE: Maternal and Child Health Technical Advisor 5. MARKET VALUE: GS-13 Equivalent Hourly Rate: ($34.69 to $45.09) GS-14 Equivalent Hourly Rate: ($40.99 to $53.28) GS-15 Equivalent Hourly Rate: ($48.21 to $62.68) Not eligible for Washington, DC locality pay. Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value based upon the successful candidates' salary history, work experience, and educational background. Salaries over and above the top of the pay range will not be entertained or negotiated. 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Two (2) years, with three (3) option years, subject to availability of funds, continued need for the services, and quality of contract performance. STATEMENT OF LIMITATIONS ON PERIOD AND PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: The purpose of this contract is to establish an employee/employer relationship with the contractor to perform services on a temporary, on-call, basis as part of the intermittent support group. It is the Bureau for Global Health, Office of Health, Infectious Diseases and Nutrition, Maternal and Child Health Division, Global Health (HIDN)'s intent to contract for these services for a maximum of 250 days per calendar year. The level of effort anticipated under this contract will be provided within the terms of this contract at times mutually agreed to by MCH and the contractor. Upon identification of a temporary need within the scope of work, MCH will contact the contractor and provide the following information: 1. Date contractor is needed to report to MCH or assignment in the field 2. Duration of Assignment 3. Place of Performance 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Worldwide 8. STATEMENT OF WORK: POSITION DESCRIPTION USAID's Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Division, Bureau for Global Health, is seeking highly-qualified technical experts in Maternal and Child Health to provide support for a growing and evolving MCH program at headquarters and field levels. These senior-level contract positions will directly contribute to one of USAID's global health objectives receiving attention at the highest levels of the Agency: Ending Preventable Child and Maternal Deaths. The Maternal and Child Health Division will select and maintain a roster of highly qualified technical experts available for short-term contracts on an ad hoc basis. USPSCs are considered employees of USAID for all purposes except programs administered by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) - such as federally sponsored health insurance, life insurance, and retirement benefits. However, there are several other similar benefits that USPSCs may participate in, such as partial reimbursement for health and life insurance costs, as well as full coverage of workers' compensation, among other benefits. For more complete information on USPSC benefits, please see page 13 of this solicitation. 9. CORE FUNCTIONAL AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The primary responsibilities of the Technical Advisor(s) include: Providing short-term technical assistance as need is identified by the Maternal and Child Health Division. Technical advisors will provide expert advice on related donor agency methodologies and techniques for programming, contracting, and implementation and have related skills to provide support to the USAID Maternal and Child Health Division, USAID field missions, and other donors and multilateral agencies. Examples of typical assignments: •Fill critical program implementation staffing needs in the field and in Washington, DC including the provision of ad hoc support to MCH country program start-ups and on-call technical assistance •Develop or revise strategic MCH objective indicators •Contribute technical and programmatic expertise to the planning, updating, and implementation of the GH Bureau's MCH programs, research, and policy development activities •Provide MCH expertise in the evaluation of program activities (GH, regional bureau, or field mission) •Provide technical support to USAID missions in selected MCH priority countries and assist in developing MCH programmatic approaches •Participate in national assessments of health programs in order to assist host countries in sharpening their own plans and strategies to end preventable child deaths •Monitor programs through reviewing financial and technical reports, making field visits, analyzing outcome and impact data and reviewing routine reports Depending on the nature of the assistance sought, work assignments, geographic location and duration of the work will vary. In general, it is expected that the normal duration of a temporary assignment will be two (2) to four (4) work weeks. PLEASE NOTE: A contractor may work 0 days/year up to the limit of 250 days. The period of performance is solely based on the needs of the Maternal and Child Health Division and the contractor's availability and fit for the assignment. Benefits will be effective once a PSC's assignment has been activated. GS-13 Equivalent: •Serve as a technical resource to implementing partners and USAID Missions on integrated maternal and child health programs, in line with national policies and strategic plans •Provide technical assistance for the analysis and implementation of MCH programs under the direction of the Division Chief and Senior Technical Advisors •Contribute to the design, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of MCH programs and activities (GH, regional bureau, or field mission) •Support individual countries through field visits, providing technical assistance to Missions for design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of MCH programs •Participate in design, implementation and M&E of appropriate and sustainable maternal and child health activities to contribute to the achievement of project targets in areas of focus related to MCH •Assist in management reviews and external evaluations and review financial and technical reports •Participate in national assessments of health programs in order to assist host countries in sharpening their own plans and strategies to end preventable child and maternal deaths •Participate in global working groups, technical committees and professional meetings •Prepare background documents, briefing papers, talking points, information memos, and other relevant MCH-specific documents as necessary •Review and provide input to policy guidelines and technical resources Participate in global working groups, technical committees and professional meetings •Maintain regular liaison with the MOH, NGOs, and other organizations regarding global health activities GS-14 Equivalent: •Provide expert technical assistance for the planning, updating, and implementation of the GH Bureau's MCH programs, research, and policy development activities •Provide technical leadership in the development of strategic plans pertaining to the Agency goal of ending preventable child and maternal death (EPCMD) •Develop and coordinate innovative MCH strategies and interventions; ensure that MCH programs and activities are aligned with country plans •Coordinate technical and strategic guidance to Missions and implementing partners on integrated maternal and child health programs in line with national policies and strategic plans •Provide technical expertise to individual countries through field visits for design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of MCH programs •Lead national assessments of health programs in order to assist host countries in sharpening their own plans and strategies to end preventable child and maternal deaths •Collaborate with donor agencies and implementing partners in order to ensure close coordination at the field level •Monitor ongoing programs, review implementing partner reports, coordinate with Technical and Regional Offices, and provide coordinated assistance to Missions •Represent the MCH division in global working groups, technical committees and professional meetings •Review and analyze programs and activities and provide support to define and evaluate progress toward meeting quantitative MCH performance monitoring goals •Maintain regular liaison with the MOH, NGOs, and other organizations regarding global health activities •Review and provide input to policy guidelines and technical resources •Prepare background documents, briefing papers, technical resources and other relevant MCH-specific documents as necessary GS-15 Equivalent: •Serve as an expert resource to individual countries, providing direct technical assistance to Missions for design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of MCH programs, and technical leadership in supporting countries to sharpen their own plans •Serve as MCH's primary liaison with high-ranking USAID personnel, U.S. Embassy staff, Ambassadors, military personnel, government officials, bilateral donors, UN organizations, NGOs, and other pertinent agencies and organizations •Develop and revise strategic plans pertaining to the Agency goal of ending preventable child and maternal death (EPCMD); collaborate with USG interagency, multilateral agencies, and other donor partners to promote and support progress toward MDGs 4 and 5 and EPCMD •Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with U.S. government officials, bilateral donors, UN organizations, NGOs, and other pertinent agencies and organizations in order to ensure close coordination at the field level •Lead management reviews and external evaluations; monitor programs through reviewing technical reports, making field visits, and analyzing outcome and impact data •Oversee the development of policy guidelines and technical resources •Provide technical leadership in defining and evaluating progress toward meeting quantitative MCH performance monitoring goals; serve as a resource to strengthen monitoring and evaluation of MCH within Agency programs •Provide senior level expert technical leadership regarding MCH priorities for Global Health and regional bureaus •Provide technical expertise to individual countries through field visits for design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of MCH programs •Conceptualize, develop, coordinate and implement innovative MCH strategies and interventions; ensure that MCH programs and activities are aligned with country plans •Represent the MCH division in global working groups, technical committees and professional meetings •Identify and recommend opportunities for scale up of technical programs worldwide 10. QUALIFICATIONS: The incumbent must have: •Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in maternal and child health programs •International or resource challenged environment supporting the level of experience •GS-13: Minimum three (3) years' experience in an international or resource-challenged setting •GS-14: Minimum four (4) years' experience in an international or resource-challenged setting •GS-15: Minimum five (5) years' experience in an international or resource-challenged setting •Demonstrated technical leadership, policy experience and working on complex projects are required •Excellent analytical skills and understanding of the current concepts, priorities, and issues in epidemiology, statistical analysis of health data, and program data collection is preferred •Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with a broad range of partners •Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and to communicate technical health information to both health and non-health audiences •Demonstrated problem-solving skills in a complex environment •Excellent oral and written communication skills and proven ability to communicate quickly, clearly and concisely - both verbally and in writing in English •Demonstrated ability to make oral presentations logically and persuasively to senior officials •Ability to travel domestically and internationally on short notice •Ability to obtain a Department of State medical clearance •US Citizenship required 11. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: At the GS-13 Level: Master's degree from an accredited college or university authorized to grant baccalaureate and masters' degrees AND at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: public health, international health, nursing, midwifery, social sciences, or other relevant degree from an accredited educational institute (this requirement can be obtained within the degree or in addition to the degree) AND at least four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience in international health programs, preferably with a focus on maternal and child health programs in developing countries, with at least three (3) years' experience in an international or resource-challenged setting At the GS-14 Level: Master's degree from an accredited college or university authorized to grant baccalaureate and masters' degrees AND at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: public health, international health, nursing, midwifery, social sciences, or other relevant degree from an accredited educational institute (this requirement can be obtained within the degree or in addition to the degree) AND at least six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience in international health programs, preferably with a focus on maternal and child health programs in developing countries, with at least four (4) years' experience in an international or resource-challenged setting At the GS-15 Level: Master's degree from an accredited college or university authorized to grant baccalaureate and masters' degrees AND at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: public health, international health, nursing, midwifery, social sciences, or other relevant degree from an accredited educational institute (this requirement can be obtained within the degree or in addition to the degree) AND at least eight (8) years of progressively responsible professional experience in international health programs, preferably with a focus on maternal and child health programs in developing countries, with at least five (5) years' experience in an international or resource-challenged setting 12. SELECTION CRITERIA: All applications will be evaluated and scored based on the documentation submitted with the application (Resume/CV), the applicant's responses to the following Evaluation Factors, performance in a potential interview, if conducted, and information provided by references, if contacted. USAID reserves the right to call the highest ranked candidates for an interview and/or conduct a reference check on those individuals. Selection criteria listed below will be the basis for the evaluation of all applications. Applicants must address each Evaluation Factor listed below separately to demonstrate how s/he meets each. Unless stated otherwise, all sub-criteria within each Evaluation Factor will be weighted equally. Candidates will be measured against the highest GS grade equivalent for which they are qualified, based on their demonstrated years of experience. In no more than two (2) pages in total (8 ½" x 11" paper only; no less than 11 point font; double sided pages count as 2 pages) describe your experience and knowledge of each Evaluation Factor listed below. When responding to the Evaluation Factor below, demonstrate how your experience relates to the duties and responsibilities listed, Statement of Work, Major Duties and Responsibilities. Cite examples where appropriate. 13. EVALUATION FACTORS: Technical Ability and Experience (65 points): 1.Demonstrated technical leadership, policy experience, and experience designing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating Maternal and/or Child Health programs. (25 points) 2.Describe your experience working with US government agencies, donor and international organizations, and local counterparts. (20 points) 3.Demonstrated excellent analytical skills and understanding of the current concepts, priorities, and issues in epidemiology, statistical analysis of health data, and program data collection (20 points) 14. BASIS OF RATING: Applicants who meet the Education/Experience requirements will be further evaluated based on scoring of the Evaluation Factor (EF) responses. Those applicants determined to be competitively ranked will also be evaluated on interview performance and satisfactory professional reference checks. Applicants are required to address each of the EFs in a separate document describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received that are relevant to each factor. Be sure to include your name and the announcement number at the top of each additional page. Failure to address the selection and/or Evaluation Factors may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards. The Applicant Rating System is as Follows: EFs have been assigned the following points: EF #1 - 25 points EF #2 - 20 points EF #3 - 20 points Interview Performance - 35 points Satisfactory Professional Reference Checks - Pass/Fail Total Possible Points: 100 The applicants determined to be competitively ranked will be interviewed and may be required to provide a writing sample. Face-to-face interviews will be conducted in Washington D.C. MCH will not pay for expenses associated with the interviews, but will conduct telephone or videoconference interviews for those not available in Washington D.C. Professional references and academic credentials will be evaluated for applicants being considered for selection. 15. APPLYING: Applications must be received by the closing date and time at the address specified in the cover letter. Qualified individuals are required to submit: 1.Resume requirements: a.Your resume should contain sufficient information to make a valid determination that you fully meet the experience requirements as stated in this solicitation. This information should be clearly identified in your resume. Failure to provide information sufficient to determine your qualifications for the position will result in loss of full consideration. Resume or CV should not exceed 3 pages. b.In order to fully evaluate your application, your resume must include: (a) All full time paid positions, job title, location(s), and dates held (month/year) and salary history for each position. Dates (month/year) and locations for all overseas field experience must also be detailed. (b) Specific duties performed that fully detail the level and complexity of the work. (c) Names and contact information (phone and email) for all supervisors within the last 10 years. (d) Education and any other qualifications including job-related training courses, job-related skills, or job-related honors, awards or accomplishments. (e) Country of Citizenship. 2. List of References: d.Applicants must submit no fewer than three (3) and no more than five (5) references, who are not family members or relatives. Submitted references MUST include the following information: 6.name of reference 7.applicants' relationship to reference 8.title of reference at current job 9.reference current telephone number (work or personal) 10.reference email address (work or personal) At least two (2) references must be from direct supervisors (current or prior) who can provide information regarding the applicant's knowledge of relevant experience in cost analysis, financial management, budget and operations experience. All references must be from within the last ten years of applicant's professional life. Applicants are advised to ensure the information provided is current for all references. 3. Supplemental document addressing the Evaluation Factors: a.In no more than two (2) pages in total (8 ½" x 11" paper only; no less than 11 point font; double sided pages count as 2 pages) demonstrate how you are qualified for the position. The narrative should take into consideration the Evaluation Factors (EFs) below, describing your experience, training, education and/or awards you have received that are relevant to the position. If the narrative exceeds two pages it will NOT be reviewed or evaluated. b.Applicants are required to address each of the EFs describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received that are relevant to each factor. Be sure to include your name and the announcement number at the top of each page. Failure to address the selection and/or Evaluation Factors may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards. By submitting your application materials, you certify that all of the information on and attached to the application is true, correct, complete, and made in good faith. You agree to allow all information on and attached to the application to be investigated. False or fraudulent information on or attached to your application may result in you being eliminated from consideration for this position, or being terminated after award, and may be punishable by fine or imprisonment. 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. PLEASE NOTE: A technical team will review and assess your resume and supplemental documents according to the rating guidelines based on your education/experience to assign a GS-level to your application. Applying to a specific GS-level is not required. Additional documents submitted will not be accepted. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Your complete resume, list of references and the supplemental document addressing the EFs must be received at the address below by the closing date and time specified above. 16. DOCUMENT SUBMITTALS: Via website: www.globalcorps-health.com Via fax: 202-870-5200 NOTE: If the full security application package is not submitted within 30 days after it is requested, the offer may be rescinded. If a Secret security clearance is not obtained within six (6) after offer acceptance, the offer may be rescinded. NOTE: If a Department of State medical clearance is not obtained within six (6) months after offer acceptance, the offer may be rescinded. NOTE REGARDING GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS FOR THIS SOLICITATION This solicitation in no way obligates USAID to award a PSC contract, nor does it commit USAID to pay any cost incurred in the preparation and submission of the application. NOTE REGARDING DATA UNIVERSAL NUMBERING SYSTEM (DUNS) NUMBERS All individuals contracted as USPSCs are required to have a DUNS Number. In this instance, USAID will provide a generic DUNS Number, and USPSCs are not required to register with CCR. For general information about DUNS Numbers, please refer to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clause 52.204-6, Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number (10/2003) https://www.acquisition.gov/far/current/html/52_200_206.html 17. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCs: Forms outlined below can found at: http://www.usaid.gov/forms/ or http://www.usa.gov/Topics/Reference-Shelf/forms.shtml 1. Optional Form 612. 2. Medical History and Examination Form (DS-6561). 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 1 through 5 shall be completed ONLY upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job. 18. CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBs) and ACQUISITION & ASSISTANCE POLICY DIRECTIVES (AAPDs) PERTAINING TO PSCs: CIBs and AAPDs contain changes to USAID policy and General Provisions in USAID regulations and contracts. Please refer to http://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/aapds-cibs#psc to determine which CIBs and AAPDs apply to this contract. AAPD 06-10 - PSC MEDICAL PAYMENT RESPONSIBILITY AAPD No. 06-10 is hereby incorporated as Attachment 1 to the solicitation. FAR 52.222-50 - COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS FAR clause 52.222-50 is hereby incorporated as Attachment 2 to the solicitation. 19. OTHER INFORMATION: As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a USPSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances: BENEFITS: Employer's FICA Contribution Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance Pay Comparability Adjustment Annual Increase (pending a satisfactory performance evaluation) Eligibility for Worker's Compensation Annual & Sick Leave ALLOWANCES (if Applicable).* (A) Temporary Lodging Allowance (Section 120). (B) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130). (C) Post Allowance (Section 220). (D) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230). (E) Post Differential (Chapter 500). (F) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600), and (G) Danger Pay (Section 650). * Department of State Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas). FEDERAL TAXES: USPSCs are required to pay Federal Income Taxes, FICA, and Medicare ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED REGARDLESS OF AGE, RACE, COLOR, SEX, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, LAWFUL POLITICAL AFFILIATION, NON-DISQUALIFYING DISABILITY, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AFFILIATION WITH AN EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION, OR OTHER NON-MERIT FACTOR.   ATTACHMENT 1 Acquisition & Assistance Policy Directive (AAPD) No. 06-10 PSC Medical Expense Payment Responsibility General Provision 22, MEDICAL EXPENSE PAYMENT RESPONSIBILITY (OCTOBER 2006) (a) Definitions. Terms used in this General Provision are defined in 16 FAM 116 available at http://www.state.gov/m/a/dir/regs/fam/c23002.htm. Note: Personal services contractors are not eligible to participate in the Federal Employees Health Programs. (b) The regulations in the Foreign Affairs Manual, Volume 16, Chapter 520 (16 FAM 520), Responsibility for Payment of Medical Expenses, apply to this contract, except as stated below. The contractor and each eligible family member are strongly encouraged to obtain health insurance that covers this assignment. Nothing in this provision supersedes or contradicts any other term or provision in this contract that pertains to insurance or medical costs, except that section (e) supplements General Provision 25. "MEDICAL EVACUATION (MEDEVAC) SERVICES." (c) When the contractor or eligible family member is covered by health insurance, that insurance is the primary payer for medical services provided to that contractor or eligible family member(s) both in the United States and abroad. The primary insurer's liability is determined by the terms, conditions, limitations, and exclusions of the insurance policy. When the contractor or eligible family member is not covered by health insurance, the contractor is the primary payer for the total amount of medical costs incurred and the U.S. Government has no payment obligation (see paragraph (f) of this provision). (d) USAID serves as a secondary payer for medical expenses of the contractor and eligible family members who are covered by health insurance, where the following conditions are met: (1) The illness, injury, or medical condition giving rise to the expense is incurred, caused, or materially aggravated while the eligible individual is stationed or assigned abroad; (2) The illness, injury, or medical condition giving rise to the expense required or requires hospitalization and the expense is directly related to the treatment of such illness, injury, or medical condition, including obstetrical care; and (3) The Office of Medical Services (M/MED) or a Foreign Service medical provider (FSMP) determines that the treatment is appropriate for, and directly related to, the illness, injury, or medical condition. (e) The Mission Director may, on the advice of M/MED or an FSMP at post, authorize medical travel for the contractor or an eligible family member in accordance with the General Provision 10, Travel and Transportation Expenses (July 1993), section (i) entitled "Emergency and Irregular Travel and Transportation." In the event of a medical emergency, when time does not permit consultation, the Mission Director may issue a Travel Authorization Form or Medical Services Authorization Form DS-3067, provided that the FSMP or Post Medical Advisor (PMA) is notified as soon as possible following such an issuance. The contractor must promptly file a claim with his or her medevac insurance provider and repay to USAID any amount the medevac insurer pays for medical travel, up to the amount USAID paid under this section. The contractor must repay USAID for medical costs paid by the medevac insurer in accordance with sections (f) and (g) below. In order for medical travel to be an allowable cost under General Provision 10, the contractor must provide USAID written evidence that medevac insurance does not cover these medical travel costs. (f) If the contractor or eligible family member is not covered by primary health insurance, the contractor is the primary payer for the total amount of medical costs incurred. In the event of a medical emergency, the Medical and Health Program may authorize issuance of Form DS-3067, Authorization for Medical Services for Employees and/or Dependents, to secure admission to a hospital located abroad for the uninsured contractor or eligible family member. In that case, the contractor will be required to reimburse USAID in full for funds advanced by USAID pursuant to the issuance of the authorization. The contractor may reimburse USAID directly or USAID may offset the cost from the contractor's invoice payments under this contract, any other contract the individual has with the U.S. Government, or through any other available debt collection mechanism. (g) When USAID pays medical expenses (e.g., pursuant to Form DS-3067, Authorization for Medical Services for Employees and/or Dependents), repayment must be made to USAID either by insurance payment or directly by the contractor, except for the amount of such expenses USAID is obligated to pay under this provision. The Contracting Officer will determine the repayment amount in accordance with the terms of this provision and the policies and procedures for employees contained in 16 FAM 521. When USAID pays the medical expenses, including medical travel costs (see section (e) above), of an individual (either the contractor or an eligible family member) who is covered by insurance, that individual promptly must claim his or her benefits under any applicable insurance policy or policies. As soon as the individual receives the insurance payment, the contractor must reimburse USAID for the full amount that USAID paid on the individual's behalf or the repayment amount determined by the Contracting Officer in accordance with this paragraph, whichever is less. If an individual is not covered by insurance, the contractor must reimburse USAID for the entire amount of all medical expenses and any travel costs the contractor receives from his/her medevac provider. (h) In the event that the contractor or eligible family member fails to recover insurance payments or transfer the amount of such payments to USAID within 90 days, USAID will take appropriate action to collect the payments due, unless such failure is for reasons beyond the control of the USPSC/dependent. (i) Before departing post or terminating the contract, the contractor must settle all medical expense and medical travel costs. If the contractor is insured, he or she must provide proof to the Contracting Officer that those insurance claims have been submitted to the insurance carrier(s) and sign a repayment agreement to repay to USAID any amounts paid by the insurance carrier(s). ATTACHMENT 2 FAR 52.222-50 COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS (FEB 2009). (a) Definitions. As used in this clause- "Coercion" means- (1) Threats of serious harm to or physical restraint against any person; (2) Any scheme, plan, or pattern intended to cause a person to believe that failure to perform an act would result in serious harm to or physical restraint against any person; or (3) The abuse or threatened abuse of the legal process. "Commercial sex act" means any sex act on account of which anything of value is given to or received by any person. "Debt bondage" means the status or condition of a debtor arising from a pledge by the debtor of his or her personal services or of those of a person under his or her control as a security for debt, if the value of those services as reasonably assessed is not applied toward the liquidation of the debt or the length and nature of those services are not respectively limited and defined. "Employee" means an employee of the Contractor directly engaged in the performance of work under the contract who has other than a minimal impact or involvement in contract performance. "Forced Labor" means knowingly providing or obtaining the labor or services of a person- (1) By threats of serious harm to, or physical restraint against, that person or another person; (2) By means of any scheme, plan, or pattern intended to cause the person to believe that, if the person did not perform such labor or services, that person or another person would suffer serious harm or physical restraint; or (3) By means of the abuse or threatened abuse of law or the legal process. "Involuntary servitude" includes a condition of servitude induced by means of- (1) Any scheme, plan, or pattern intended to cause a person to believe that, if the person did not enter into or continue in such conditions, that person or another person would suffer serious harm or physical restraint; or (2) The abuse or threatened abuse of the legal process. "Severe forms of trafficking in persons" means- (1) Sex trafficking in which a commercial sex act is induced by force, fraud, or coercion, or in which the person induced to perform such act has not attained 18 years of age; or (2) The recruitment, harboring, transportation, provision, or obtaining of a person for labor or services, through the use of force, fraud, or coercion for the purpose of subjection to involuntary servitude, peonage, debt bondage, or slavery. "Sex trafficking" means the recruitment, harboring, transportation, provision, or obtaining of a person for the purpose of a commercial sex act. (b) Policy. The United States Government has adopted a zero tolerance policy regarding trafficking in persons. Contractors and contractor employees shall not- (1) Engage in severe forms of trafficking in persons during the period of performance of the contract; (2) Procure commercial sex acts during the period of performance of the contract; or (3) Use forced labor in the performance of the contract. (c) Contractor requirements. The Contractor shall- (1) Notify its employees of- (i) The United States Government's zero tolerance policy described in paragraph (b) of this clause; and (ii) The actions that will be taken against employees for violations of this policy. Such actions may include, but are not limited to, removal from the contract, reduction in benefits, or termination of employment; and (2) Take appropriate action, up to and including termination, against employees or subcontractors that violate the policy in paragraph (b) of this clause. (d) Notification. The Contractor shall inform the Contracting Officer immediately of- (1) Any information it receives from any source (including host country law enforcement) that alleges a Contractor employee, subcontractor, or subcontractor employee has engaged in conduct that violates this policy; and (2) Any actions taken against Contractor employees, subcontractors, or subcontractor employees pursuant to this clause. (e) Remedies. In addition to other remedies available to the Government, the Contractor's failure to comply with the requirements of paragraphs (c), (d), or (f) of this clause may result in- (1) Requiring the Contractor to remove a Contractor employee or employees from the performance of the contract; (2) Requiring the Contractor to terminate a subcontract; (3) Suspension of contract payments; (4) Loss of award fee, consistent with the award fee plan, for the performance period in which the Government determined Contractor non-compliance; (5) Termination of the contract for default or cause, in accordance with the termination clause of this contract; or (6) Suspension or debarment. (f) Subcontracts. The Contractor shall include the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (f), in all subcontracts. (g) Mitigating Factor. The Contracting Officer may consider whether the Contractor had a Trafficking in Persons awareness program at the time of the violation as a mitigating factor when determining remedies. Additional information about Trafficking in Persons and examples of awareness programs can be found at the website for the Department of State's Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons at http://www.state.gov/g/tip.
 

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