SOURCES SOUGHT
R -- PSC Police Aviation Program Manager
- Notice Date
- 5/16/2003
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- Contracting Office
- Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, INL RM MS, 2430 E Street, N.W., South Building SA-4 Navy Hill, Washington, DC, 20520
- ZIP Code
- 20520
- Solicitation Number
- PSC03035INL
- Response Due
- 6/9/2003
- Archive Date
- 6/24/2003
- Point of Contact
- Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, Logistics Management Specialist, Phone 2027768373, Fax 2027768775, - Linda Gower, Contract Specialist, Phone 2027768774, Fax 2027768775,
- E-Mail Address
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hayes-crowmp2@state.gov, gowerlg@state.gov
- 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 the cover letter of this solicitation. If you are not using Word 97 to view this document, you will have to save the document in the format of the word processor that you are using in order to view and print any standard forms. The number of pages contained in this electronic copy may not exactly correspond to the hard paper copy, although generally all the information is contained herein. The Department is not responsible for any data/text that may not be received when retrieving this document electronically. If the recipient does not notify the contact person that they have obtained this document then any amendments to the document may not be available to the recipients. Amendments to solicitation documents generally contain information critical to the submission of an application. Police Aviation Program Manager ISSUANCE DATE: May 16, 2003 CLOSING DATE: June 9, 2003 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-03-035(INL) Gentlemen/Ladies: SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC), Department of State, Narcotics Affairs Section, American Embassy Bogota, Police Aviation Program Manager. The United States Government, represented by the Department of State, is seeking proposals (Standard Form 171's or OF 612?s) from U.S. citizens interested in providing the PSC services described in the attached. Submissions shall be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified. Any questions may be directed to Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, Contracting Officer, INL/RM/MS, DOS, who may be reached at FAX No. (202) 776-8775 or E-Mail hayes-crowmp2@state.gov. All applications shall be submitted by facsimile or e-mail and originals sent via Fed EX or DHL. Please note that applications sent via U.S. mail may NOT arrive before closing date. If sent via courier to: Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, INL/RM/RM, Navy Hill South Department of State 2201 C Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20520 Late applications shall not be accepted, unless there was a mishandling once received in DOS. Along with the SF171 or OF 612, applicants shall provide a resume and three written references including contact information. Applicants are also requested to provide their full mailing address (fax, telephone and/or e-mail where applicable). Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their proposals. Please reference the number of this solicitation when sending your application. Any submissions made via e-mail must be in WordPerfect 5.1 or Word 97. Sincerely, Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, Contracting Officer 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-03- 035(INL) 2. ISSUANCE DATE: May 16, 2003 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED: June 9, 2003 FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 16:00 PM local time 4. POSITION TITLE: Police Aviation Program Manager 5. MARKET VALUE: FP 2 - FP 1 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: July 2003 - July 2004 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Bogota, Colombia 8. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below I. - STATEMENT OF DUTIES GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR BACKGROUND: This position is located in the Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Narcotics Affairs Section (NAS), Bogota, Colombia. The purpose of this position is to serve as the Aviation Program Manager to the Colombian National Police (CNP) Air Service. The Colombian National Police (CNP) Aviation Program (ARAVI) consists of 58 rotary wing and 21 fixed wing aircraft and has an annual budget of over $60 million. The program includes 200 contractors, six personal services contractors and 1,300 CNP personnel. ARAVI has eight principal bases a number of forward operating locations. The NAS program provides airframes, logistics, maintenance, operational advice, fuel, and infrastructure. The ARAVI aircraft in turn support the aerial eradication program with escort and search and rescue aircraft and transport and reconnaissance aircraft. The program provides support on a case-by-case basis to CNP programs such as anti-kidnapping units and the Carabineros program. STATEMENT OF WORK A. Perform oversight and evaluation of contractor operations. This oversight includes, but is not limited to, establishing necessary directives, authorizing use of program aircraft, reviewing contractor flight operations procedures, and monitoring contractor proficiency. Submits regular written reports of the contractor's performance and activities to the NAS and the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) regarding contractor performance relating to ARAVI. B. In Coordination with the CNP, direct and coordinate aircraft and personnel deployments within Colombia for the purpose of supporting efforts to destroy illicit narcotics crops through aerial and air-mobile eradication, intercepting illegal drug shipments through interdiction and provide the CNP training and support for the institutionalization program. C. Develop, coordinate, organize and implement comprehensive operational systems and procedures for the police aviation program. These operational systems and procedures include, but are not limited to, an aircrew training program, a system of operational directives and training and standardization regulations based upon the Department of State (DOS) Aviation Operations Directives, DOS Guide to Aviation Training and Standardization, DOS Aircrew Training Manuals, Office of Aviation Standard Operating Procedures for counter narcotics operations in Colombia and deployment operations procedures in support of the CNP operations throughout Colombia. D. Assist the CNP in development of operational tactics and new training procedures for the purpose of enhancing air operations. These tactics and procedures include, but are not limited to, helicopter escort tactics/rules of engagement/aerial gunnery in support of the counter narcotics mission in Colombia. E. Provide operational direction and guidance to the contractor and CNP operations activities and personnel for the purpose of destroying illicit narcotics crops, and interdicting the flow of the finished narcotics products into the U.S. This includes, but is not limited to, planning and coordination with the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), DOS and the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), US. Customs, other Federal agencies and host national law enforcement agencies for the purpose of destroying illegal narcotics crops through aerial and air-mobile eradication and intercepting illegal drug shipments through interdiction operations. f. Provide direction and oversight for contractor and CNP aviation training and standardization. Work with the CNP on adoption and implementation of DOS flight regulations, aviation training and standardization, and aircrew training programs. Oversee the CNP aviation standardization program. G. Collect, review and disseminate data on aviation tactics, techniques, and employment in support of the counter narcotics mission. Liaise with the Office of Aviation, DOD, DOS, other U.S. Government agencies and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration to keep abreast of current policies, procedures, and rules that pertain to operations. H. Supervise activities of six Personal Services Contract employees (three FP-02 and three FP-03) and approximately 200 contractor personnel. Provide both technical and operational oversight to the CNP aviation leadership and staffs, and technical direction and management to contractor employees. Plan work set or negotiate deadlines and completion dates, and review and accept or reject final work. Assign work based on work priorities, difficulty of the assignments and capabilities of the employees. Give advice and instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters. Identify developmental and training needs, find ways to improve the quality of work and develop overall performance standards for both USG and contractor personnel. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A. U.S. citizen eligible for a Department of State Secret Clearance. B. Bachelor's degree in management or a related field, and 20 years experience of management experience in positions of increasing responsibility; or a Master's degree in management or a related field and 15 years of management experience in positions of increasing responsibility. C. In-depth knowledge of tactical employment of fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft in a counter narcotics operation, including capabilities, limitations and techniques of employment of aircraft used by the Office of Aviation. Msut have 15 or more years of experience as an aircraft operations officer/manager in a military or civil organization involved in the training and standardization of rotary wing pilots, the tactical employment of aircraft in a high threat environment, and the deployment of aircraft to OCONUS locations. D. In-depth knowledge of aviation aircrew training and standardization programs, to include operating directives, training and standardization publications, aircrew training manuals and related documents. E. Broad knowledge of command communications and government intelligence procedures. F. Highly specialized skill in the operation of aircraft as a pilot. FAA commercial pilot license is required. G. Knowledge of U.S. Federal Aviation Administration Regulations including, but not limited to, FAR Part 1, 61, 67, 91, 135, 137, 141, and 830. H. Spanish language at the Foreign Service Institute (FSI) R-2/S-2 level or Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) 2/2. I. Knowledge of and skill in operation of desktop computer based word processing systems. J. Knowledge of USG contract administration and acquisition procedures. K. Physically qualified to live in Colombia and to engage in frequent in-country travel to remote locations. L. Ability to deal diplomatically with Colombian counterparts in a controversial program that is of extreme importance to the government of both the U.S. and Colombia. Supervision Received/Contract Administration: The incumbent reports to the NAS Deputy Director who will act as the Contracting Officer?s Representative (COR). The Contract Administrator shall be the INL Contracting Officer and is designated alternate for the NAS Deputy Director when absent. The individual exercises wide latitude for independent action, initiating projects and executing approved new programs under general supervision. At the discretion of the Contracting Officer, the contractor may be designated the Government Technical Representative (GTR). Authority to make commitments: None. Guidelines: Guidance is provided from Department and Administration policy and directives and operating procedures regarding U.S. International Narcotics Control matters. Given the operational setting of Colombia, with its internal conflict, constant physical danger and frequently remote sites where the NAS must conduct operations, the incumbent is required to demonstrate great originality, resourcefulness and ingenuity. Complexity: Assignments include analysis of all facets of aviation operations management and involve a fleet of fixed wing and rotary wing, tactical and transport aircraft, which function within an integrated program of diverse counter narcotics missions. These missions included aerial and air mobile eradication, aerial and air mobile interdiction, forward area aerial resupply, replenishment, sustainment, and host nation aviation training. Incumbent must apply specialized and professional knowledge to supervise flight standardization oversight of aviation support contractor and CNP pilots operating in Colombia and at multiple forward operating locations. The incumbent oversees pilot training programs, plans, policies, and procedures for the police aviation program. Coordinates recommendations from staff officers, consults with the NAS Deputy Director regarding ongoing projects, provides guidance to subordinate program aviation advisors, standardization pilots, contractor, CNP and operations personnel, and oversees implementation of the program. The incumbent performs continuous analysis of interrelated issues of effectiveness and efficiency affecting the police aviation program that will improve safety of aviation operations in support of the counter narcotics mission. Scope and Effects: The work is primarily conducted in an office or aircraft hangar with frequent travel to the field for meetings, conferences, activity reviews, and field inspections and/or program evaluations. Some field sites have been declared hazardous duty locations by the Department of State due to hostile activities of the narco-traffickers and therefore pose significant risk to the incumbent while at the sites. Personal Contacts: Contacts will be made with middle and senior levels of host government personnel, particularly in the CNP. Incumbent will also be required to interact with USG agencies involved in CN program such as DEA. Incumbent will also be required to have contact with Congressional delegations and other visitors interested in the police aviation program. Purpose of Contacts: The incumbent serves as the program manager of the Police Aviation program. As such, the incumbent must often employ persuasion, diplomacy and cooperation to achieve USG goals. Incumbent must also be able to help NAS in responding to the concerns of the U.S. Congress and other high-level USG officials regarding the police aviation program. EVALUATION CRITERIA Factor 1. Demonstrated experience and In-depth knowledge of tactical employment of fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft in a counter narcotics operation, including capabilities, limitations and techniques of employment of aircraft. Factor 2. Demonstrated management experience 15 or more years as an aircraft operations officer/manager in a military or civil organization involved in the training and standardization of rotary wing pilots, the tactical employment of aircraft in a high threat environment, and the deployment of aircraft to OCONUS locations. Factor 3. Demonstrated experience and in-depth knowledge of aviation aircrew training and standardization programs, to include operating directives, training and standardization publications, aircrew training manuals and related documents. Factor 4. g. 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. AS A MATTER OF POLICY, AND AS APPROPRIATE UNLESS THE PSC IS A RESIDENT-HIRE, A PSC IS NORMALLY AUTHORIZED THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS: 1. BENEFITS Employee's FICA Contribution Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance Pay Comparability Adjustment Annual Increase Eligibility for Worker's Compensation Annual & Sick Leave 2. ALLOWANCES (if applicable). * (A) Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance (Section 120). (B) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130). (C) Post Allowance (Section 220). (D) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230). (E) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260). (F) Education Allowance (Section 270). (G) Education Travel (Section 280). (H) Post Differential (Chapter 500). (I) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600), and (J) Danger Pay (Section 650). 3. CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBs) PERTAINING TO PSCs 99-09 PSC's Annual Health Insurance Costs 99-07 Contractual Coverage for Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) Services 98-16 Annual Salary Increase for USPSCs 98-19 Home Leave under USPSCs 98-24 Use of Compensatory (Comp) Time by PSCs 98-25 Defense Base Act (DBA) Coverage and DBA Waiver List 97-16 Class Justification for Use of Other Than Full & Open Competition for Personal Services Contracts with U.S. Citizens Contracted with Locally, with CCNs and TCNs Subject to the Local Compensation Plan, and for Overseas Contracts of $250,000 or Less 97-11 1997 FICA & Medicare Tax Rates for Personal Services Contracts 97-03 New USAID Contractor Employee Physical Examination 96-19 U. S. Personal Services Contract (USPSC) - Leave 94-09 Sunday Pay for U.S. Personal Services Contractors (PSCs) 93-17 Financial Disclosure Requirements Under a Personal Services Contract (PSC) LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCs 1. Standard Form 171. **2. Contractor Physical Examination (AID Form 1420-62). **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). NOTE: Form 5 is available from the requirements office. _______________ * Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas). ** The forms listed 2 through 5 shall only be completed upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job.
- Place of Performance
- Address: Bogota
- Country: Colombia
- Country: Colombia
- Record
- SN00325745-W 20030518/030516213443 (fbodaily.com)
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