SOLICITATION NOTICE
99 -- Police Education and Training Advisor
- Notice Date
- 11/22/2019 1:09:08 PM
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 921190
— Other General Government Support
- Contracting Office
- ACQUISITIONS - INL WASHINGTON DC 20520 USA
- ZIP Code
- 20520
- Solicitation Number
- PSC-20-006-INL
- Response Due
- 12/5/2019 12:00:00 PM
- Archive Date
- 12/20/2019
- Point of Contact
- Dominique Chittum
- E-Mail Address
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chittumda@state.gov
(chittumda@state.gov)
- Description
- U.S. Department of StateBureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL)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.Position Title: Police Education and Training AdvisorLocation: Guatemala City, GuatemalaSalary Level: FS-02 - $86,374 - $126,843 (Equivalent GS-14)Period of performance: The period of performance for this contract is twelve (12) months from the date of award with four (4) optional one-year extensions.Issuance Date: November 20, 2019 Closing date: December 5, 2019Closing Time: 3:00 PM ETSolicitation Number: PSC-20-006-INLJob description: See belowDear Prospective Offerors:The Department of State is seeking offers from qualified U.S. citizens to provide personal services for the subject position under a personal services contract, as described in this solicitation. Submittals must be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified. Applicants interested in applying for this position MUST submit the following materials:Form SF 171 (Completed and signed)Complete resume. In order to fully evaluate your offer your resume must include:Paid a non-paid experience, job title, location(s), dates held (month/year), and hours worked per week for each position. Dates (month/year) and locations for any overseas experience must also be detailed. Any experience that does not include dates (month/year), locations, and hours per week will not be counted towards meeting the solicitation requirements.Specific duties performed that fully detail the level and complexity of the work.Names and contact information (phone and email) of your current and/or previous supervisor(s).Education and any other qualifications including job-related training courses, job-related skills, or job-related honors, awards or accomplishments.U.S. CitizenshipNote: Resume must contain explicit information to make a valid determination that the candidate meets the experience requirements as stated in this solicitation. This information needs to be clearly identified in the resume. Failure to provide explicit information to determine qualifications for the position will result in loss of full consideration.Evaluation Factor document specifically addressing: Each of the Evaluation Factors shown in the solicitation below. Responses must be limited to 500 words per Evaluation Factor. Any additional words above the limit will neither be read nor scored.Note: The Evaluation Factors are worth 70 out of 100 points. Offerors are required to address each of the Evaluation Factors in a separate document describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have receive that are relevant to each Factor. Professional References: Three (3) names and contact information (phone and email) of current and/or previous supervisors to serve as professional references. Additional documents submitted will not be accepted. Incomplete or late offers will not be considered. Complete applications must be emailed to: Dominique Chittum U.S. Department of State INL/RM/GAPP ChittumDA@state.govSincerely,Anthony PierceContracting OfficerU.S. Department of StateSUBJECTA 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 APPLYOfferors 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. NOTE REGARDING GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS FOR THIS SOLICITATIONThis solicitation in no way obligates the Department of State to award a PSC contract, nor does it commit the Department of State to pay any cost incurred in the preparation and submission of the application.Proposals must include the following and not exceed twenty (20) pages (additional pages will not be accepted or reviewed):Form SF 171 (Completed and signed)Resume Evaluation Factor ResponsesThree (3) names and contact information (phone and email) of current and/or previous supervisors to serve as professional references. Note: Your resume should contain explicit 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 explicit information to determine your qualifications for the position will result in loss of full consideration. Additional documents submitted beyond the requirements will not be accepted or reviewed.*** ONE PDF ATTACHMENT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDVETERAN’S PREFERENCEVeteran’s preference is not applicable to this position therefore do not submit DD-214.ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED REGARDLESS OF AGE, RACE, COLOR, SEX, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, LAWFUL POLITICAL AFFILIATION, NONDISQUALIFYING DISABILITY, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AFFILIATION WITH AN EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION, OR OTHER NON-MERIT FACTOR.Submit proposal via e-mail to the attention of:INL/Dominique ChittumE-mail: ChittumDA@state.govDirect questions regarding this solicitation to:INL/Dominique ChittumE-mail: ChittumDA@state.govINL will not accept proposals beyond the closing time/date; unless it can be determined DOS mishandled the proposal. GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACTMission of the U.S. Department of State: The U.S. Department of State (DOS) is the lead institution for the conduct of American diplomacy and the Secretary of State is the President’s principal foreign policy advisor. The DOS’ mission is to advance U.S. national security interests, fight terrorism, protect U.S. interests abroad, and implement foreign policy initiatives that build a freer, prosperous and secure world.Mission of the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL): INL is under the DOS Under Secretary for Democracy and Human Rights (J) and works to keep Americans safe at home by countering international crime, illegal drugs, corruption, and instability abroad. INL helps countries enforce the rule of law and deliver justice by strengthening their police, courts, and corrections systems by providing effective foreign assistance and fostering global cooperation. These efforts minimize the impact of international criminal organizations and illegal drugs on the United States and its citizens.INL’s Office of Western Hemisphere Programs (INL/WHP) develops and manages law enforcement, justice sector, narcotics control, and corrections programs and contributes to policy formation on civilian security issues for countries in the Western Hemisphere. INL/WHP is responsible for coordinating policy and programs with other U.S. government departments and agencies involved in anticrime and narcotics control activities, including the Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Treasury, and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).The purpose of this personal services contract is to fill the existing Police Education and Training Advisor (PETA) Personal Services Contract (PSC)in the INL office at the U.S. Embassy Guatemala. The PETA will provide specialized law enforcement training expertise to develop the INL Guatemala Police Education and Training Program and oversee all management aspects of the program (to include funding, training, equipment, accountability, and implementer performance). The PETA will advise on and support all matters related to: (1) the accreditation, development, and operation of the Guatemalan National Civil Police Academy (Academy); (2) the creation, development, and implementation of a continuing education system to train the Guatemalan National Civil Police (PNC); (3) the creation, development, and implementation of a performance-based recognition program for the PNC, and (4) the provision of technical assistance to the PNC. The PETA will also provide internal controls and accountability for the delivery of technical assistance, training, equipment, and other assistance. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESUnder the direct supervision of Citizen Security Officer or his/her designee, the PETA will perform the following duties:Assess the PNC’s institutional capacity and advise the Citizen Security Officer and INL/WHP on PNC performance to recommend PNC training programs in Guatemala.Identify opportunities for effective PNC training programs in Guatemala, including law enforcement support, gang suppression tactics, promotion of rule of law, anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, and countering terror financing. The PETA will draw on subject matter expertise in police training, law enforcement, and program management involving U.S. government assistance in developing countries. The PETA will also be responsible for managing these programs.Advise and assist in planning, developing, and administering INL and Guatemalan government resources, to develop and improve all aspects of PNC education, training and motivation, including the PNC academy, continuing education, and employee evaluation program, by developing instructors, education platforms, and curriculum.Liaise with, and assist, the various PNC units in developing viable capacity-building projects in the fields of: police training, vetting, accountable policing and oversight, career development, recognition systems, reprimand procedures, and institutional reform. Act as liaison between the PNC and components of the U.S. Mission.Liaise and advise on intra and interagency law enforcement coordination, including instructors, PNC academy support, personnel, police managers/executives, and prosecutors.Facilitate the accreditation of the PNC training at the Academy.Formalize information exchanges and build communication networks that facilitate INL objectives beyond the term of the contract.Develop and maintain professional and social relationships with host government law enforcement officials to ensure close, cooperative working relationships.Analyze and report on law enforcement developments in Guatemala, ensuring that the U.S. government is fully informed on the capabilities, capacity, performance, and opportunities with regard to the PNC.Brief DOS, Congressional, and other official visitors orally and in writing on the INL-funded law enforcement programs in Guatemala. Prepare documents, develop itineraries, and accommodate official travelers, as necessary.Prepare regular written reports, and prepare/present other informative material, as appropriate, in furtherance of relevant U.S. goals and objectives.Conduct field surveys, evaluations, and special studies, as directed.Assist in the preparation of required reporting such as the annual budget request for International Narcotics, Crime and Law Enforcement (INCLE) funds and the Mission Resource Request. Coordinate annual reporting requirements for INL (e.g., the End-Use Monitoring Report). Prepare program documentation and procurement requirements for PNC training projects. Helps prepare regular reporting, including monthly status reports.Provide expert analysis and guidance in program planning, budget preparation, and project procurement, pertaining to PNC academy, and continuing education and training.Establish and maintain appropriate internal management control systems. Ensure that INL programs are not subject to waste, fraud, or mismanagement. Help manage and monitor the use of all U.S.-provided commodities intended for PNC training purposes. Maintain security awareness and properly handles classified and controlled items and information.TRAININGS & DISTANCE LEARNING COURSESCompletes the Grants Officer Representative (PY220, PY222, PY224) distance-learning (DL) and the Contracting Officer Representative (PA296) DL course through the Foreign Service Institute (FSI) within 120 days of arriving at Post.Completes the Introduction to Working in an Embassy (PN113) DL course through the FSI within the first six (6) months of arriving at Post.Completes the mandatory Foreign Affairs Counter-Threat (FACT) Course (OT650) prior to deployment to Post. If applicable - Consultations with the INL Program Office may be required.PLACE OF PERFORMANCE & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTSThe PETA will work out of the U.S. Embassy Guatemala City, in Guatemala, but will travel throughout Guatemala to train PNC, and monitor and evaluate PNC training impacts.RELATIONSHIPSThe PETA will report to, receive guidance from, and be rated by the INL Citizen Security Police Program Officer (Citizen Security Officer). The PETA will also liaise, coordinate with, and work with INL/WHP staff in Washington, D.C. The PETA will provide general policy and administrative direction concerning program priorities and objections. The PETA will liaise with other agencies and host government contacts active in the fields of law enforcement and training. The PETA will establish scope and objectives of training-related projects. The PETA will exercise independent judgment in developing new and improved PNC training courses, approaches and techniques, including continuing education and training systems. The PETA will monitor all PNC training, analyze their effectiveness, and suggest improvements.The Citizen Security Officer will provide yearly performance reviews to the Contracting Officer in Washington, D.C. to contribute to the incumbent’s official yearly review.COMPLEXITYThe PETA will analyze, plan, organize, implement, evaluate and monitor all aspects of police training in Guatemala, including citizen security, law enforcement, rule of law, and counternarcotics classes, field training, and continuing education in Guatemala. This position involves highly complex statistical, financial, and organizational program analyses. The PETA will work in an environment of high visibility and political sensitivities related to citizen security. The PETA is expected to address difficult scenarios by separating the substantive nature of the programs or issues into their components and determining the nature and magnitude of programs or issues, as well as in discerning the intent of the legislation and policy statements and determining how to translate the intent into program actions.SCOPE AND EFFECTIVENESThe PETA will perform broad and extensive assignments related to complex programs spanning the Guatemalan police education system, including basic police academy, specialized training, field training, police management (officers’ academy), continuing law enforcement education, and instructor development and recruiting, to develop a professional and effective law enforcement organization to combat transnational criminal organizations, narcotics trafficking, irregular migration, and crime.PERIOD OF PERFORMANCEThe period of performance for this contract is twelve (12) months from the date of award with four (4) optional one-year extensions.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSU.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain Department of State Secret level security and Medical clearances. Department of State Ethics clearance and/or criminal background check (if applicable).Bachelor’s degree from an accredited U.S. institution and ten (10) years of law enforcement experience; or, A high school degree, a valid graduate certificate from an accredited police academy or other city, state, or federal law enforcement agency and fifteen (15) years of law enforcement experience.A minimum of one (1) year of police supervisory experience at the rank of Sergeant or above.Demonstrated three (3) years of experience working and living abroad developing and managing bilateral or multilateral law enforcement, rule of law, and/or security assistance programs, including assessment, monitoring, and evaluation.Demonstrated experience training/instructing law enforcement personnel.Demonstrated experience planning, strategizing, implementing and reporting on projects.Demonstrated experience drafting analytical briefing papers, memoranda, letters, reports, and strategic plans for review and/or signature by senior-level officials.Demonstrated experience establishing spend plans, managing annual budgets, and conducting procurement.Intermediate Spanish (speaking/comprehension/reading/writing), and fluent English (speaking/comprehension/reading/writing), as determined by Technical Evaluation Committee.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.EVALUATION FACTORS(Used to determine the competitive ranking of qualified offerors.) Offerors should cite specific, relevant and illustrative examples for each factor. Responses must be limited to 500 words per factor. Any additional words above the limit will neither be read nor scored.Factor 1: Work Experience (30 Points)Demonstrated work experience in managing law enforcement, rule of law, and/or security related projects, include determining requirements, developing plans, managing implementation, conducting oversight, and reporting on results.Factor 2: Program Budget Experience (10 points)Demonstrated experience preparing budgets, spend plans, statements of work, procurement orders, purchase requests, sole-source justification waiver requests.Factor 3: Management & Communication Experience (30 points)Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in English and Spanish, in a timely and concise manner; interact effectively with others at all levels; prepare, analyze, explain and defend determinations and requirements with respect to conformance to applicable laws, policies and other regulatory guidelines; and advise program officials. Demonstrated experience managing and motivating teams and individuals to achieve their potential.BASIS OF RATING: Offerors who clearly meet the Minimum Requirements will be further evaluated based on scoring of the Evaluation Factor responses. Offerors are required to address each of the Evaluation Factors in a separate document describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received that are relevant to each factor. Failure to specifically address the Evaluation Factors may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards.Written Evaluation Factors have been assigned the following points:Factor #1 - 30Factor #2 - 10Factor #3 - 30Total Possible - 70 PointsInterview Performance - 30 pointsSatisfactory Professional Reference Checks - Pass/Fail (no points assigned)Past performance evaluation of applicant’s ability to perform under the contract. In conducting the evaluation, the U.S. government reserves the right to utilize all evaluation information available, whether provided by the applicant or obtained from other sources.Total Possible Points: 100The most qualified candidates may be interviewed, required to provide a writing sample, and demonstrate an ability to operate commonly used office applications. INL will not pay for any expenses associated with the interviews. In addition, applications (written materials and interviews) will be evaluated based on content as well as on the applicant's writing, presentation, and communication skills. In the event that an applicant has fully demonstrated his/her qualifications and there are no other competitive applicants, INL reserves the right to forego the interview process. Professional references will be evaluated for applicants being considered for selection.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 & ALLOWANCESAS A MATTER OF POLICY, INL NORMALLY AUTHORIZES THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCESBENEFITS - IF APPLICABLEEmployee's FICA/Medicare ContributionContribution toward Health and Life InsurancePay Comparability AdjustmentAnnual IncreaseEligibility for Worker's CompensationAnnual, Sick and Home Leave401K PlanMEDVAC (provided by DOS Med)ALLOWANCES IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF STATE STANDARDIZED REGULATIONS (DSSR) - IF APPLICABLETemporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance (TQSA) or Per Diem upon arrival at PostHousing AllowancePost AllowanceSupplemental Post AllowanceMaintenance Allowance (SMA)Education AllowanceEducational Travel (full-time United States based secondary)Post Hardship DifferentialDanger PayShipment of HHE, UAB, POV and Consumables
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