MODIFICATION
R -- Justice Advisor
- Notice Date
- 6/7/2016
- 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-16-039-INL
- Archive Date
- 7/29/2016
- 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
- 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. Justice Advisor Kyiv, Ukraine Issuance Date: 05/19/2016 Closing Date: 07/14/2016 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-16-039-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-16-039-INL 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 05/19/2016 3. CLOSING DATE: 07/14/2016 4. TIME SPECIFIED FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 3:00 PM, EST 5. POSITION TITLE: Justice Advisor 6. MARKET VALUE: $83,173-$122,142 (FS-02 Equivalent) 7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: One year from date of award, with four optional years 8. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Kyiv, Ukraine 9. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT The US Department of State (DOS) Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs' (INL) mission is to combat international crime and illegal drugs, and their impact on the United States, its citizens, and partner nations by providing effective foreign assistance and fostering global cooperation to counter these threats. INL programs cover the full spectrum of law enforcement and the rule of law, including: police professionalization; justice sector development; correctional institution reform; and citizen security strengthening. INL also works to combat illicit narcotics through technical assistance to both source and transit countries with drug interdiction, eradication, sustainable alternative development, and demand reduction, while also enhancing international partners' capabilities to investigate, prosecute and seize the assets of major drug trafficking organizations and their leaders. INL promotes the establishment and implementation of international standards to combat transnational organized crime, corruption, terror financing, money laundering, human smuggling, wildlife trafficking, and other cross-border crimes. INL-led initiatives help protect the U.S. and global economies against cybercrime and intellectual property piracy, promote border security, and prevent youth gang violence. INL participates in civilian peacekeeping and is engaged with the UN, other international bodies and partner nations to improve the quality of civilian peacekeeping and promote the role of women in peacekeeping. The principal goal of the INL program in Ukraine is to assist the host country in meeting European and international law enforcement standards in preparation for eventual integration into the European Union (EU). This involves providing assistance to modernize and increase capacity of Ukrainian law enforcement and criminal justice institutions, fight corruption, combat organized transnational crime, and uphold the primacy of the rule of law. Successful delivery of assistance to Ukraine requires coordination and collaboration among other donors and development partners in the law enforcement and criminal justice sectors. INL takes a leadership role in ensuring effective coordination between the different stakeholders working in Ukraine. The purpose of this position is to provide a Justice Advisor to the INL Section at the Embassy in Kyiv, Ukraine. The Advisor will mainly advise on investigative matters related to the investigation and prosecution of corruption cases in Ukraine, including capacity building support for the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and Specialized Anti-corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAP). The advisor would be embedded almost full time at the SAP office, dependent on conditions. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Provide capacity building support for investigation and prosecution of corruption cases conducted by NABU and SAP, including but not limited to providing substantive expertise, assessing capacity building needs and co-lead the conceptualization, design and implementation of activities. 2. Advise the Ukrainian government, in particular the NABU and SAP on how to effectively prosecute complex corruption cases and reform the Prosecutorial service. 3. Provide advice and assistance to the INL Section in planning, developing, and administering INL/Government of Ukraine (GOU) criminal investigation, law enforcement, and rule of law strategies and programs. 4. Provide substantive input/advice to INL and GOU partners on strategic planning, leadership, management, and organizational requirements and reforms that affect the investigative process. 5. Provide input to the INL Director regarding USG/GOU bilateral agreements on INL funded programs aimed at improving the investigative capacity of the GOU. 6. Continuously evaluate and advise the US embassy on the performance of GOU investigative and prosecutorial bodies, and evaluate and recommend the need for training. 7. Coordinate, plan, and execute study tours and trainings for investigators and other justice sector actors involved in anti-corruption in Ukraine, the United States, and/or third countries as appropriate. 8. Develop and maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the Ukrainian legal system, with a particular focus on the law enforcement and criminal justice sector. 9. Provide substantive legislative and organizational inputs for the implementation of the INL projects on law enforcement and criminal justice reforms, as requested. 10. Provide expert analysis and guidance in project procurement, budget preparation, and program planning pertaining to investigation projects. 11. Provide expert inputs for the preparation of technical tools, substantive publications and training tools materials. 12. Prepare substantive and programmatic reports on activities and submit it to the to INL Director. 13. Conduct field surveys, evaluations, and special studies, as directed. 14. Communicate and coordinate with US Embassy agency representatives involved in law enforcement/criminal justice, including but not limited to, the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Export Control and Related Border Security (EXBS) Program, the US Agency for International Development (USAID), the Department of Defense (DOD), as well as with other non-USG donors to avoid waste and duplication of effort. 15. Ensure effective coordination with Program Management Specialists (FSN-10) on planning, developing and implementing projects in the areas of law enforcement reform and criminal justice and anti-corruption reform respectively. 16. Reside in Kyiv, Ukraine; work mainly out of the SAP, approximately 70% of the time. May be embedded to the NABU and/or SAP if requested by the GOU, on temporary basis. TRAININGS & DISTANCE LEARNING COURSES 1. Completes the Contracting Officer Representative (PA296) distance-learning (DL) course through the Foreign Service Institute (FSI) within 120 days of arriving at Post. 2. Completes the Introduction to Working in an Embassy (PN113) distance-learning (DL) course through the Foreign Service Institute (FSI) within the first six (6) months of arriving at Post. 3. If applicable - Completes the mandatory Foreign Affairs Counter-Threat (FACT) Course (OT610) prior to deployment to Post. RELATIONSHIPS The Advisor will work under the direct supervision of the INL Director who is an FS-02. The Advisor will initiate justice projects, provide advisory support to the GOU, and execute approved programs under general supervision, and in close coordination with Program Management Specialists (FSN-10) responsible for managing project portfolios in law enforcement reform and criminal justice and anti-corruption reform respectively. The INL Director will review the timeliness and effectiveness of the Advisor's work. The Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) is delegated the authority to act for the Contracting Officer in matters concerning technical clarification, inspection and, after concurrence by the Contracting Officer, acceptance of Contractor performance under the contract, including preparation of receiving reports, and the authorization of progress payments when appropriate. The COR will coordinate all work with the Contractor and review Contractor's performance at significant stages of its development. In no instance, however, shall the COR be authorized to alter or modify the specifications or the contract terms and the conditions or waive the government's requirement, price, delivery, or other terms and conditions. Such changes must be authorized, in writing, to the Contracting Officer. DELIVERABLES/REPORTS 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; INL/POST Director(s) and; INL/Program Officer Per FAR Part 4, the above referenced documents shall be incorporated and copies stored in the PSC's hard file under Section V.; Tab E - Receiving Reports. The Contractor shall prepare and submit two copies of each technical report required by the schedule of this contract (e.g., progress reports, final reports, etc.), to the Embassy INL Section and to the Program Officer, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), Department of State Washington, DC. The title page of all reports forwarded pursuant to this paragraph shall include a descriptive title, the author's name(s), contract number, project number, and title, contractor's name, name of the State Department project office, and the publication or issuance date of the report. When preparing reports, the Contractor shall refrain from using elaborate artwork, multicolor printing, and expensive paper/binding, unless it is specifically authorized in the Contract Schedule. Wherever possible, pages should be printed on both sides using single spaced type. COMPLEXITY This position involves planning, organizing, and completing analysis and implementation of complex rule of law projects. The Advisor must be able to review host country legislation and anti-corruption needs; develop and implement programs in coordination with host-country officials; draw upon experience to suggest, design, advise and implement projects; ensure sustainability of projects through provision of appropriate training and maintenance; and have the ability to integrate the competing needs of US law enforcement, development, and security agencies, and GOU entities involved in law enforcement and justice. SCOPE AND EFFECTIVENESS The PSC performs broad and extensive assignments related to a complex administrative/financial program spanning the full-range of citizen safety, law enforcement, rule of law, and counter-narcotics programs in Ukraine, which is of significant interest to the public and to Congress. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. US Citizen, able to obtain/maintain a DOS secret security and medical clearance. 2. A minimum of ten (10) years professional work experience in US law enforcement and/or attorneys' offices, to include: 3. Significant and demonstrated experience in investigation and prosecution of corruption cases 4. Juris Doctor degree from an accredited United States law school. 5. Superior negotiation, interpersonal and liaison skills in a multi-agency/multi-jurisdictional environment. 6. Proficient in Ukrainian and/or Russian language communication, both oral and written. 7. Strong verbal and written skills in English, with ability to present, defend complex analyses and proposals concisely. 8. Basic understanding of U.S. foreign policy in Ukraine. 9. Proven ability to work well with others. 10. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Fluent in the Ukrainian language, both orally and in written form. 2. Familiarity with project design and development, program evaluations, strategic planning and performance metrics. 3. Significant and demonstrated operational and managerial experience in investigative policing and/or prosecuting complex crimes including public corruption. 4. International demonstrated experience training/instructing foreign law enforcement/criminal justice personnel. 5. Demonstrated international experience with post-Soviet countries EVALUATION CRITERIA: Factor 1: Anti-Corruption/Investigations Experience (40 points) Demonstrated experience and expertise in criminal investigations, anti-corruption, developing criminal cases, law enforcement, rule of law programs, and/or related training programs. Individual should demonstrate ability to understand and convey complex criminal justice sector and/or training issues. These include, but are not limited to, investigative operations, law enforcement operations, building criminal cases, financial crimes, training development and implementation, and logistics support. Factor 2: Liaison and Communication (35 points) Demonstrated experience building and maintaining relationships with host nation officials, U.S. government agencies, international organizations, and/or non-governmental organizations. Demonstrated ability to communicate complex issues in a timely and concise manner, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor and/or train on complex justice sector issues. Factor 3: Understanding of Ukrainian language and Ukraine (5 points) Demonstrated experience with and understanding of Ukrainian culture, politics, and criminal justice system. Factor 4: Past Performance (20 points) Past performance evaluation of applicant's abilities. 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. 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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- Place of Performance
- Address: US Embassy, Kyiv, Ukraine
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