SOLICITATION NOTICE
R -- Regional Telecommunication/Automated Information Systems Advisor - OF 612
- Notice Date
- 7/27/2015
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- 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-15-049-INL
- Archive Date
- 8/25/2015
- Point of Contact
- Deborah Strom,
- E-Mail Address
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StromDG@state.gov
(StromDG@state.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- 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 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. Regional Telecommunication/Automated Information Systems Advisor Washington, DC Issuance Date: 07/27/2015 Closing Date: 08/10/2015 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-15-049-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. 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. HOW TO APPLY Offerors proposal 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. The Government is not responsible for any costs incurred by the offeror during the solicitation process. Proposals must include the following and not exceed twenty (20) pages: 1) Form OF-612 (Completed and signed) 2) Resume 3) Three letters of recommendation OR three references to include contact information *** ONE PDF ATTACHMENT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED VETERAN'S PREFERANCE Veteran's preference is not applicable to this position therefore do not submit DD-214. Submit proposal via e-mail to the attention of: INL/Deborah Strom E-mail: StromDG@state.gov Direct questions regarding this solicitation to: INL/Deborah Strom E-mail: StromDG@state.gov INL will not accept proposals beyond the closing time/date; unless it can be determined DOS mishandled the proposal. 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-15-049-INL 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 07/27/2015 3. CLOSING DATE: 08/10/2015 4. TIME SPECIFIED FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 3:00 PM, EST 5. POSITION TITLE: INL Regional Telecommunication/Automated Information Systems Advisor 6. MARKET VALUE: $76,378 - $118,069 (GS-12/13 Equivalent) 7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: One year from date of award, with four optional years 8. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Washington, DC 9. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR: This position is supports the Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Office of Resource Management, Information Management Division (INL/RM/IM).The Contractor shall serve as Regional Telecommunications and Automated Information Systems Advisor to the Department of State's Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) and shall serve as Project Manager and is responsible for determining project needs, defining project goals and developing project work plans for myriad multifaceted information technology and communications projects and quality assurance programs and provide technical assistance in support of INL programs globally. Purpose The Advisor's focus will include, but not be restricted to, facilitating in the planning, development and implementation of extremely complex and large-scale programs/projects related to the USG's support for Information Technology and Communications efforts. The Advisor shall be prepared to provide advice and technical assistance in all phases of establishing and maintaining telecommunications and automated information systems, i.e., planning, procurement, installation, maintenance, repairs, operation, and training in INL program countries. Relationship The Advisor reports to the INL/RM/IM Division GPMSA Team Chief, and shall work under the general guidance of the INL Director and Bureau managers, throughout INL, to ensure project work is completed in an efficient and effective manner. Deliverables Deliverables are required under this PSC and shall include; monthly status reports, monthly evaluation of contractor performance, special reports when required and "Completion of assignment report," which shall be a compressive review of the projects in which the contractor was involved. Each report shall include a critique of and recommendations for the various projects. The completions of assignment reports are due no later than fifteen (15) days prior to the expiration of this contract. The Personal Service Contractor shall submit two (2) copies of each report as required to the following; (1) INL Director(s) and; (2) INL/RM/IM Division GPMSA Team Chief. Duties and Responsibilities: • Analyzes project needs, and assists Office of Resource Management, Information Management Division, U.S. Embassy INL Section, and other Bureau program office and management staff in coordinating and planning large-scale Information Technology and Communications projects and quality assurance programs for USG vested support activities. Conducts in-depth analytic studies on technical aspects of operational requirements to ensure that both geographic and geopolitical requirements are taken into consideration when making recommendations to senior managers on appropriate course to follow. Defines project scope, which includes defining the work requirements, client programming needs, access and a variety of other issues associated with the project. Based on findings, determines/develops work schedule and budget required to achieve the goals of the project, making recommendations to senior managers on which work can be performed in-house and which requires outsourcing. • Provides technical assistance in all phases of planning, procurement, installation, maintenance, repairs, and operation of Global INL Network. • Prepares and maintains project work plans and schedules and keeps senior managers in INL apprised of status of projects for which he/she is responsible. • Coordinates activities within the Department and the INL, among other agencies, to ensure their requirements are given full consideration. Determines technical requirements, together with financial requirements, for completion of project, and prepares requisite documentation, meeting with appropriate individuals/firms when necessary to ensure accomplishment of all activities related to the project. • Makes recommendations to senior staff, both in-country and headquarters, on how best to implement changes to improve performance with respect to projects and programs, including the elimination of those which are ineffective or no longer useful, e.g. assists in the development of guidelines and procedures for policy and staffing of local technology and communications personnel, as well as funding requirements. Builds strong relationships with key individuals in the specific areas assigned to achieve greater visibility on program and project implementation, including the collection and reporting of data for overall organizational awareness. • Coordinates all actions with INL's program officers to ensure that the projects/programs remain accurate, current, and are appropriately handled from inception to completion of the project. Assists Programs Offices and Post(s) to develop clear, detailed, and appropriate requirements for completion of projects to ensure that USG-related problems do not occur during the implementation of the information technology and/or communications programs due to vague or unclear requirements in place at the outset of the process. Facilitate the development and implementation of a regular reporting and monitoring process among all parties involved, e.g. program offices/officers within INL and elsewhere in the Department, INL's management team, outside contracting firms, INL officials, and host government officials, when appropriate. • Facilitate the development and implementation of a regular reporting and monitoring process affecting projects/programs with functions and operations that are extensively interrelated in the areas of international narcotics and crime control, and in developing guidance of both a technical and policy nature for staff members on management of complex projects and programs. Participates with others within the INL/RM Information Management Division on development of a centralized, coordinated Bureau information system which would result in standardized accountability information on specific projects between INL post operations, program offices, INL's senior management team, and all offices within INL/RM, as well as with host government(s) when appropriate. • Analyzes policy and technical documents; extracts information and summarizes to identify significant trends and issues; participates in working groups that develops and makes recommendations to senior level officers on appropriate course to follow on issues which affect over-all Bureau/Department policies. • Drafts position papers and reports for INL/RM IM Division Director, GPMSA Team Chief and other senior INL/RM specialists in defense or justification of Division projects vis a vis the management of INL funds, both those allocated on a domestic basis, but with particular emphasis on those allocated to the myriad programs worldwide. Assists in the reviews and/or helps draft justifications for program increases or changes in the budget submissions, particularly those requiring contract actions. Works closely other staff to determine priority resource needs and on justifications for funding requests. • Acts proactively to resolve any problems that interfere with progress and with the completion of the project. Identifies, investigates, and takes corrective actions on routine problems. In those cases where problems cannot be resolved within his/her realm of authority, makes recommendations to supervisor, and other senior managers, on appropriate corrective action, and implements these actions upon approval. • Serves as technical expert and advisor to senior management on all areas of assigned projects, providing them with updates as required. Coordinates technical elements of the IT and communications program with related activities, promoting mutual cooperation in areas that can be combined for more effective results. Reviews reports and papers from staff and contractors to ensure technical accuracy and compliance with Bureau and Department objectives, policies and guidelines. • Works closely with the Bureau's management team to conceptualize programs and projects, determine project and program needs, and identify priorities based on the benefit or threat to U.S. interests, and opportunities and/or constraints to implement programs abroad. This includes identifying resources, timeframes, and determining funding and personnel requirements needed to implement programs, including program costs, funding sources, and implementing entities. • Attends project team meetings, and keeps senior staff informed on specific issues of interest on project, particularly with regard to costs, and requirements with respect to conformance to applicable laws and other regulatory guidelines. • Maintains up-to-date knowledge and skills in advancements in the field and accurately projects the impact of it on programs. Assesses activities to determine funding requirements and makes recommendation on whether funding is warranted and available. Analyzes budget proposals, expenditure invoices, and evaluates project/program effectiveness in relation to the funding expended. • In conjunction with Senior Advisor and senior INL/RM staff, formulates and/or implements policies for the accounting project/program funds (e.g. imposition of internal limitation on expenditures, tracking and monitoring requirements, and recommendations to senior staff on how best to account for project/program fund usage). • Assist Division's Senior Advisor in the development and management of large-scale project plan which includes tangible milestones, fiscal responsibility and accountability, performance metrics, resource allocation and usage, and delivery schedules. • Works closely with the inter-agency counterparts and senior staff to forecast workload and operational requirements for use in preparing budget estimates, both developmental and execution. Participates in the development of guidance and instructions for the project teams temporarily working abroad, e.g. Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, Panama, Belize, El Salvador, and elsewhere as assigned, on the development and justification of their budget estimates, and reviews final budget submissions to ensure they are in accordance with approved programs and policies. • Require to provide Contracting Officer Representative (COR) responsibilities when required. Minimum requirements • U.S. Citizenship; able to obtain/maintain a Department of State Top Secret security clearance. • Demonstrated ten (10) years professional work experience and comprehensive knowledge of Information Technologies, Telecommunications, and C4 Communications. • Demonstrated five (5) years of technical experience supporting GINL network operations • Must obtain/maintain CCNA certified • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite • Ability to complete the Foreign Service Institute (FSI) Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) course successfully within 120 days of contract award. Travel and Position Location: The position is based in Washington, District of Columbia and does require travel both domestic and overseas locations as assigned and needed by INL. Travel handled the Departments travel system, and the requesting Post or Program Office funds all travel. EVALUATION CRITERIA Factor 1 Offeror's ability to advise on and manage complex, information technology and/or communications programs, and to effectively conduct in-depth analytic studies on technical aspects of operational requirements and make recommendations to senior managers on appropriate course to follow on specific projects. (30 points) Factor 2 Offeror's ability to GINL network and to develop, maintain and monitor integrated reporting systems affecting projects/programs with functions and operations that are extensively interrelated in the areas of international narcotics and crime control. (30 points) Factor 3 Offeror's ability to apply specific knowledge of projects and program planning in developing funding documents, and in making recommendations to senior staff on management of funds, both those allocated on domestic issues, but with particular emphasis on those allocated to international narcotics and crime control programs worldwide. (20 points) Factor 4 Past performance evaluation of applicant's ability to perform under the 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. (20 points) COMPENSATION (BASE PAY) For award, INL will negotiate for this contract based on the market value as outlined above and overall experience relevant to the solicitation requirements. BENEFITS & ALLOWANCES AS A MATTER OF POLICY, INL NORMALLY AUTHORIZES THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES BENEFITS - IF APPLICABLE • Employee's FICA/Medicare Contribution • Contribution toward Health and Life Insurance • Pay Comparability Adjustment • Annual Increase • Eligibility for Worker's Compensation • Annual, Sick and Home Leave • 401K Plan • MEDVAC Reimbursement ALLOWANCES IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF STATE STANDARDIZED REGULATIONS (DSSR) - IF APPLICABLE • Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance (TQSA) or Per Diem upon arrival at Post • Housing Allowance • Post Allowance • Supplemental Post Allowance • Maintenance Allowance (SMA) • Education Allowance • Educational Travel (full-time United States based secondary) • Post Hardship Differential • Danger Pay • Shipment of HHE, UAB, POV and Consumables
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- Address: Department of State, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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