SOURCES SOUGHT
R -- Personal services contract with U.S. citizen abroad, Aviation Operations/Standardization Advisor
- Notice Date
- 10/24/2003
- 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
- PSC-03-023B-INL
- Response Due
- 11/24/2003
- Archive Date
- 12/9/2003
- Point of Contact
- Barbara Postell, Contract Specialist, Phone 2027768743, Fax 2027768775,
- E-Mail Address
-
postellbj@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. DOS 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. Aviation Operations/Standardization Advisor ISSUANCE DATE: October 24, 2003 CLOSING DATE: November 24, 2003 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-03-023B(INL) Gentlemen/Ladies: SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC) Department of State, Narcotics Affairs Section, American Embassy Santa Cruz, Bolivia, Aviation Operations/Standardization Advisor 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 Barbra Postell, Contract Specialist, INL/RM/MS, DOS, who may be reached at FAX No. (202) 776-8686 or E-Mail postellbj@state.gov. All applications shall be submitted by facsimile or e-mail and originals sent via mail. If sent via courier to: Barbra Postell, INL/RM/RM, Navy Hill South Department of State 2430 E. Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20520 postellbj@state.gov 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 CV 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 Word 97 or equivalent. Sincerely, Barbra J. Postell Contract Specialist 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-03-023B(INL) 2. ISSUANCE DATE: October 24, 2003 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED November 24, 2003 FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 05:00 PM local time 4. POSITION TITLE: Aviation Operations/Standardization Advisor 5. YEAR 2003 MARKET VALUE: FP-3 (estimated at $55,901-$66,749). The year 2003 pay comparability increase will apply. 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: January 2004 ? January 2005 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Santa Cruz, Bolivia 8. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below STATEMENT OF WORK I. BACKGROUND A. STATEMENT OF DUTIES 1. GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR PURPOSE: The purpose of this Personal Services Contract (PSC) position is to provide an Aviation Operations Advisor for the bilateral CN aviation support program in Bolivia. The incumbent serves as the aviation operations manager and the safety/standardization advisor to assist the Senior Aviation Advisor by providing aviation operations, Standardization, and Safety expertise for program implementation, direction and execution in support of host nation counter-narcotics (CN) efforts. The incumbent advises/oversees the Red Devil Task Force aviation assets, he/she will ensure compliance with operational requirement, and aircrew standardization policies/procedures/directives. The Aviation Operations/Standardization Advisor evaluates training and operational effectiveness of the in-country Department of State programs, to include air-mobile (D/N/NVG) interdiction operations and support for eradication operations, ensuring that all aviation missions are planned coordinated and executed safely and efficiently. He/She also monitors and evaluates the aviation support services contractor?s performance in the operational employment of aircraft, aircrew flight standardization and Safety in support of these efforts. II. Scope of Work: Perform oversight and evaluation of contractor operations. This oversight includes, but is not limited to reviewing and recommending approval of waivers to publish directives, authorizing use of Office of Aviation aircraft, reviewing contractor/host nation flight operations procedures, and monitoring contractor/host nation pilot proficiency. Provide monthly award fee input to the Senior Aviation Advisor regarding contractor performance related to the RDTF Aviation Unit. Assist respective RDTF officers with proper planning and employment of USG assets (INL aircraft and personnel) in the counter-drug program. Provide instruction/guidance regarding Air Mobile Tactical Operations to the RDTF leadership. Training includes, but is not limited to instruction on the Reverse Planning Sequence for Air Mobile Operations, Air Assault/Air Movement Planning, Fire Support Planning, Ground Assault Planning, and Air Assault integration. Submit input for appropriate End Use Monitoring reports on USG aviation equipment to country team members. Direct and coordinate aircraft and personnel deployments within Bolivia for the purpose of destroying coca crops through manual eradication, intercepting illegal drug shipments through aerial interdiction, and providing RDTF Aviation Unit counter-narcotics aviation training and support for the institutionalization program. Develop, coordinate, organize, and implement a comprehensive operational systems and procedures for the RDTF Aviation Unit. These operational systems and procedures include, but are not limited to the Department of State Aircrew Training Program, Department of State Aviation Operations Directives, Department of State Guide to Aviation Training and Standardization, Department of State Aircrew Training Manuals, Office of Aviation standard operating procedures for counter-narcotics operations in Bolivia, and Deployment Operations procedures in support of RDTF operations throughout Bolivia. Develop Air Assault/Air Movement Tactics and new training procedures (through the contractor and the Office of Aviation training/standardization staff) for the purpose of enhancing the counter-drug mission in Bolivia. These tactics and procedures include, but are not limited to Night Vision Goggle operations/tactics, and armed helicopter escort tactics/rules of engagement/aerial gunnery in support of the counter-narcotics mission in Bolivia. Provide operational direction and guidance to the contractor and RDTF Aviation Unit operations activities and personnel for the purpose of supporting the destruction and interdiction of narcotic products into the United States. This includes, but is not limited to, planning and coordination with the Senior Aviation Advisor; U.S. Department of Defense; Department of State; Drug Enforcement Agency; Customs, and other federal agencies, and host nation law enforcement agencies for the purpose of destroying illegal narcotics crops through manual eradication and intercepting illegal drug shipments through aerial interdiction operations. Provide direction and oversight for the contractor and RDTF aviation training and standardization. Implements DoS INL Office of Aviation flight regulations, aviation training and standardization, Safety and aircrew training programs. Oversees the RDTF Aviation Unit Rotary Wing/Fixed Wing aviation standardization program. Collect, review, and disseminate data on aviation tactics, techniques, and employment in support of the counter-narcotics mission of the Office of Aviation. Maintain constant liaison with Office of Aviation; U.S. Department of Defense; Department of State, Narcotics Affairs Section (NAS); other U.S. Government agencies, and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration to keep abreast of current policies, procedures, and rules that pertain to Office of Aviation operations. Provide both technical and operational oversight to the RDTF Aviation Unit staff, and technical direction and management to contractor employees. Identify developmental and training needs, find ways to improve the quality of work, and assist in the development of overall performance standards for both RDTF and contractor personnel. III. Desired Qualifications: In-depth knowledge of the aviation aircrew training and standardization programs, to include operating directives, training and standardization publications, aircrew training manuals, and related documents. In-depth knowledge of employment of rotary wing/Fixed Wing aircraft in a counter-narcotics operation, including capabilities, limitations and techniques of employment of types of aircraft operated by the Office of Aviation. Must have extensive operational experience in planning and conducting aviation and ground operations in battalion size military organizations involved in the training/standardization of aircrews, the tactical/operational employment of aircraft in a low intensity conflict environment, and the deployment of aircraft to OCONUS locations. Formal training and/or experience in orchestrating complex joint aviation and ground operations/training activities involving battalion sized military/law enforcement organizations. In-depth experience as a flight instructor/Standardization Pilot (D/N/NVG) within a formal aircrew-training program. In-depth experience as a flight operations officer/manager. Successful completion of a military or civil flight instructor qualification program (i.e., U.S. military rotary wing instructor pilot or FAA Certified Flight Instructor) and military or civil standardization pilot qualification program (i.e., U.S. military rotary wing standardization pilot or FAA Designated Pilot Examiner). Possess a current FAA commercial pilot certificate Rotorcraft, Helicopter with instrument rating as a minimum. FAA CFI/CFII and Designated Pilot Examiner Rotorcraft, Helicopter ratings are desirable. Experience in dealing with a myriad of individuals who come from diverse cultural, ethnic, and technical backgrounds. This includes line mechanics, pilots, supervisors, intermediate and senior level managers, and senior officials of both the U.S. and Bolivian Governments. In-depth knowledge of and experience in the formulation of plans and policies pertaining to operations and unit level flight training activities. Should have a basic knowledge of command communications, government intelligence procedures, and Department of State flight operations procedures. Knowledge of U.S. Federal Aviation Administration regulations, including, but not limited to FAR Parts 1, 61,67, 91, 135, 137, 141, 143, and 830. Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish fluently. Knowledge of and skill in operation of desktop computer based word processing systems. Knowledge of U.S. Government contract administration procedures is desirable. IV. Selection Criteria: Applicants who meet the qualification requirements will be further evaluated to determine the extent to which their qualifications indicate that they possess the knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics described below: Factor 1. (Contract Oversight). Offeror?s ability to: a. Perform oversight and evaluation of contractor operations, to include reviewing and recommending approval of waivers to published directives, authorizing use of Office of Aviation aircraft, reviewing contractor flight operations procedures, and monitoring contractor and host nation pilot proficiency. b. Prepare and coordinate periodic reports on contractor performance, both orally and in writing; prepare award fee input. c. Provide operational direction and guidance to the contractor for the purpose of supporting the destruction and interdiction of narcotics products into the United States. Factor 2. (Assist RDTF Aviation Unit). Offeror?s ability to a. Assist respective RDTF aviation unit staff officers with proper planning and employment of USG assets (INL aircraft and personnel) in the counter-drug program. b. Provide instruction/guidance regarding Air Mobile Tactical Operations to both the RDTF aviation unit leadership, training and instruction regarding the Reverse Planning Sequence for Air Mobile Operations, Air Assault/Air Movement Planning, Fire Support Planning (airborne and ground assets), Ground Assault Planning, and Air Assault integration. c. Develop Air Assault/Air Movement Tactics and new training procedures (through the contractor and the Office of Aviation training/standardization staff) for the purpose of enhancing the counter-drug mission in Bolivia. Factor 3. (Assist Senior Aviation Advisor/Embassy; Represent USG-INL/A Interests). Offeror?s ability to: a. Direct and coordinate aircraft and personnel deployments within Bolivia for the purpose of destroying coca crops through manual eradication, intercepting illegal drug shipments through aerial interdiction, and providing RDTF Aviation Unit counter-narcotics aviation training and support for the institutionalization program. b. Develop, coordinate, organize, and implement comprehensive operational systems and procedures for the Office of Aviation; including Department of State Aircrew Training Program, Department of State Aviation Operations Directives, Department of State Guide to Aviation Training and Standardization, Department of State Aircrew Training Manuals, and Office of Aviation Standard Operating Procedures for counter-narcotics operations in Bolivia. c. Perform planning and coordination with the Senior Aviation Advisor, U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, Drug Enforcement Agency, Customs, other federal agencies, and host nation law enforcement agencies for the purpose of destroying illegal narcotics crops through aerial eradication and intercepting illegal drug shipments through aerial interdiction operations. d. Provide direction and oversight of contractor and RDTF Aviation Unit training and standardization. e. Implement DoS INL Office of Aviation flight regulations, aviation training programs. f. Collect review and disseminate data on aviation tactics, techniques and employment in support of counter-narcotics missions. Factor 4. (Experience/Past Performance). Offeror?s previous experience and quality of performance. (Evaluator may use all evaluation information available at the time of the evaluation, whether provided by the applicant or obtained from references). V. COMPENSATION: Compensation for the position will be negotiated as follows: Level of experience will dictate the salary level within the grade range. Entry-level salary will normally be at the first step of the grade range for the position. However, consideration will be given to the successful applicant?s experience that is specifically relevant to the position to be filled. Number of years of relevant experience will determine at what step within the grade range the successful applicant will be compensated. VI. 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). * 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 thru 5 shall only be completed upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job.
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