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FBO DAILY - FEDBIZOPPS ISSUE OF DECEMBER 17, 2014 FBO #4771
SOLICITATION NOTICE

R -- Aviation Logistics Advisor - OF-612

Notice Date
12/15/2014
 
Notice Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
 
NAICS
541990 — All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical 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-15-015-INL
 
Archive Date
1/30/2015
 
Point of Contact
Cecille Washington, Phone: 3217839865 x33353
 
E-Mail Address
Washingtoncd@state.gov
(Washingtoncd@state.gov)
 
Small Business Set-Aside
N/A
 
Description
OF-612. To be considered responsive to the solicitation, you must submit a completed and signed OF-612. Otherwise, your submission is considered non-responsive and will not be considered. 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 DOS 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. Aviation Logistics Advisor, Baghdad, Iraq Issuance Date: 12/15/2014 Closing Date: 01/15/2015 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-15-015-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 (3) letters of reference or three (3) references, including contact information Submit all proposals via e-mail or facsimile to the attention of: INL/Cecille Washington Email: washingtoncd@state.gov Fax: 321-799-3807 Direct questions regarding this solicitation to: INL/Cecille Washington Email: washingtoncd@state.gov INL will not accept late proposals unless it can be determined DOS mishandled the proposal. 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-15-015-INL 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 12/15/2014 3. CLOSING DATE: 01/15/2015 4. TIME SPECIFIED FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 11:59 PM, EST 5. POSITION TITLE: Aviation Logistics Advisor 6. MARKET VALUE: $81,535 - 119,737 (FS-2 Equivalent) 7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: One year from date of award and four option years 8. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Baghdad, Iraq 9. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below 10. RELOCATION EXPENSES FOR HOUSEHOLD EFFECTS ONLY MAY BE PAID GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR Background: The US Department of State (DOS), Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Office of Aviation (INL/A) provides aviation support, under Chief of Mission (COM) authority, to meet transportation and/or Foreign Assistance Aviation Program requirements. Aviation support includes fixed and rotary wing travel in support of COM personnel to multiple domestic and international locations. Flights, known as Embassy Air, originate from multiple hub locations, service numerous airfields, and helipads/heliports. In addition to air transportation missions, Embassy Air may be required to perform rotary wing security operations in support of COM personnel ground movements, reconnaissance missions, Search and Rescue (SAR) missions, medical evacuations (ME). Embassy Air uses a mixed fleet of fixed and rotary wing aircraft to accomplish its mission. Aircraft perform their missions anytime, day and night, as well as under visual and instrumental meteorological conditions. Some missions, supporting the US Mission require 24-hour a day aircraft and crew availability. Additionally, INL/A assumes responsibility for the management of designated Life Support Areas (LSAs), Embassy Landing Zones, and other aviation facilities. Purpose: This personal services contract (PSC) provides an Aviation Logistics Advisor who serves as the in-country advisor responsible to the Senior Aviation Advisor (SAA) and provides program implementation, direction, and execution oversight in support of aviation logistics including property, and procurement for INL/A. The Aviation Logistics Advisor monitors and evaluates aviation support services contractor performance in, transportation, supply chain management, vehicle maintenance, property inventory, aerial port, logistics planning, materiel procurement and facilities management by performing oversight duties at various contractor locations. Relationships: The Aviation Logistics Advisor works under the direct supervision of the SAA; however, the individual exercises wide latitude for independent action, initiating projects and executing approved new programs under general supervision. The Aviation Logistics Advisor will coordinate directly with the Office of Aviation, Chief, Logistics Division, for purposes of this program. Completed work is reviewed for timeliness and effectiveness. This is a field position. Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Develop, coordinate, and monitor contractor logistics execution; provide input to the development of support planning programs, procedures and methodologies that maximize safeguarding aviation assets. 2. Oversee contractor purchasing activities and ensure contract material control systems are in place. 3. Oversee shipping and receiving procedures. 4. Review and recommend changes to existing supply management and or quality assurance programs. 5. Perform oversight and evaluation of contractor aircraft logistics. Includes, but is not limited to, reviewing contractor logistics procedures, and monitoring contractor logistics operations. Submit periodic written evaluations of the contractor's activities. 6. Assist AOD in directing and coordinating logistics support and services for varied fixed and rotary wing missions including but not limited to routine transportation of COM personnel, SAR, ME, 7. Review and identify Integrated Logistics Systems (ILS) specifications on all new logistics programs and tasks. Interpret current logistics and maintenance directives, policies and procedures. 8. Provide day-to-day administration and oversight of the ILS program. 9. Prepare logistics estimates and plans for current and anticipated requirements. Involves identifying and drafting specifications, statements of work, and logistics requirements. Ensures that US government property is in place where needed, when needed, at the right quantity and quality. 10. Collect, review, and disseminate data on aviation logistics management policies/procedures in support Embassy mission. 11. Ensure that contractor is in compliance with International Traffic in Arms and Export Administration Regulations (ITAR/EAR). 12. TDY to Afghanistan is possible. Minimum Requirements: 1. U.S. citizen, able to obtain/maintain a DOS Secret and medical clearances. 2. Ten years' experience in Aviation Logistics of which five of those years were served as a Supervisor in a medium to large Aviation Organization of the U.S. Armed Forces or U.S. Civilian Agency/Corporation. 3. In-depth knowledge of Aviation Logistics Support Programs to include logistics plans, procedures, and related systems. 4. Basic knowledge of computer-based maintenance and logistics support programs. 5. Basic knowledge of US government property, procurement and aircraft logistics management procedures. 6. Broad knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Project Management practices. 7. Specialized training with military and/or commercial aviation logistics procedures, systems, and organizations for effective coordination in obtaining logistical support via various support agreements and International Standards Organization requirements. 8. Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products using these to create formal project plans, timelines, and data analysis and business cases from abstract concept to finalized proposal stage. 9. Basic knowledge of U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. 10. Proven ability to complete the FSI Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) online course within the first 120 days of assignment successfully. 11. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Preferred Knowledge and Skills: • Basic knowledge of Aviation Life Support Equipment. • Broad knowledge and experience as a staff officer in a medium to large aviation organization in the areas of plan and policy formulation in aviation Logistics. Evaluation Criteria: Factor 1: Contract Oversight (40 points) Ability to perform oversight and evaluation of contractor logistics activities. Prepare and coordinate periodic reports on contractor performance, both orally and in writing; prepare comprehensive award fee input. Provide logistics support direction and guidance to the contractor. Factor 2: Assist the Senior Aviation Advisor (20 points) Ability to assist SAA in directing and coordinating aircraft logistics support. Provide instruction, evaluation and guidance regarding logistics support. Factor 3: Develop, Coordinate, Organize and Implement Logistical support (30 points) Ability to develop, coordinate and organize a comprehensive aircraft logistics support systems and procedures. Implement Logistics and Property Support Plans and Standard Operating Procedures which provide direction and guidance to both contractor and host nation personnel. Factor 4: Past Performance (10 points) Past performance that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform under the contract. In conducting the evaluation, the USG reserves the right to utilize all pervious professional evaluation information available at the time of evaluation, which is provided by the applicant or obtained from other sources PRE-AWARD ETHICAL RESPONSIBILITIES 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 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. VETERAN'S PREFERENCE Veteran's preference is not applicable to this position 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 AND 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 • Consumable Allowance • Education Travel • Post Differential • Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure • Danger Pay
 
Web Link
FBO.gov Permalink
(https://www.fbo.gov/spg/State/INL/INL-RM-MS/PSC-15-015-INL/listing.html)
 
Place of Performance
Address: U.S Embassy, Baghdad, Iraq
 
Record
SN03596207-W 20141217/141215234641-9434caff22e61743eb81cc1ed93702f9 (fbodaily.com)
 
Source
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