SOURCES SOUGHT
R -- PSC Eradication Aviation Advisor
- Notice Date
- 10/19/2004
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- NAICS
- 541990
— All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- 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-05-005-INL
- Response Due
- 11/18/2004
- Archive Date
- 12/3/2004
- 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. Eradication Aviation Advisor ISSUANCE DATE: October 19, 2004 CLOSING DATE: November 18, 2004 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-05-005(INL) Gentlemen/Ladies: SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC) Department of State, Narcotics Affairs Section, American Embassy Bogota, Colombia, Eradication Aviation 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 Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, Contracting Officer, INL/RM/MS, DOS, who may be reached at FAX No. (202) 776-8686 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. Applications should NOT be sent via the US Postal Service. If sent via courier to: Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, INL/RM/RM, Navy Hill South Department of State 2430 E. Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20520 And a copy to: Lowell Neese, NAS, US Embassy, Bogota, Colombia via email lneese@attglobal.net 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 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 Word 97 or equivalent. Sincerely, Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, Contracting Officer 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-05-005 (INL) 2. ISSUANCE DATE: October 19, 2004 3. DATE/TIME SPECIFIED: November 18, 2004 4. RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 4:00 PM ET 4. POSITION TITLE: Eradication Aviation Advisor 5. MARKET VALUE: FP-3 - FP 2 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: January 2005 - January 2006 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Bogota, Colombia 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 position is to provide an Aviation Advisor for the bilateral CN aviation program in Colombia. The incumbent serves as in-country aviation advisor, responsible to the Director of the Narcotics Affairs Section, for providing program implementation, direction and execution oversight in support of host nation counter-narcotics (CN) operations as well as providing INL/A contractor oversight for the Director of the Office of Aviation. The incumbent effects high level interagency coordination among the American Embassy, host nation CN police and military forces, other military services, aviation support services contractors and other participating agencies. The Aviation Advisor evaluates training and operational effectiveness of in-country Department of State programs, to include interdiction and eradication operations, ensuring all aviation programs retain requisite operational and logistical fluidity. He/she also monitors and evaluates the aviation support services contractor's performance in maintenance, operations and logistics. II. Scope of Work: Perform oversight and evaluation of contractor operations for the INL Office of Aviation. This oversight includes, but is not limited to reviewing and recommending approval of waivers to published directives, authorizing use of Office of Aviation aircraft, reviewing contractor flight operations procedures, and monitoring contractor pilot proficiency. Submits periodic written evaluations of the contractor?s activities, and provides comprehensive award fee input to the Senior Aviation Advisor regarding contractor activities related to host Aviation support for inclusion in the monthly award fee evaluation. Assist the Senior Aviation Advisor in directing and coordinating aircraft and personnel deployments within Colombia for the purpose of destroying coca and poppy crops through aerial eradication, intercepting illegal drug shipments through aviation support to interdiction ground forces, and providing counternarcotics aviation training and support for the nationalization of the program. Develop, coordinate, organize, and implement comprehensive operational systems and procedures for the Office of Aviation. 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 Colombia, and Deployment Operations procedures in support of host nation operations throughout Colombia. Develop operational tactics and new training procedures (through the contractor and the Office of Aviation training/standardization staff) for the purpose of enhancing aerial eradication and ground interdiction operations. These tactics techniques and procedures include, but are not limited to day, night and Night Vision Goggle aerial eradication and interdiction support tactics, and armed helicopter escort operations in support of the counter-narcotics mission in Colombia. Provide operational direction and guidance to the contractor and hosts nation aviation operations activities and personnel for the purpose of destroying coca and poppy, and interdicting the flow of the finished narcotic products into the United States. This activity includes; but is not limited to, planning and coordination with 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 interdiction operations. Advise the NAS Director and host nation CN forces on the strategic deployment of airframes in support of eradication and interdiction operations throughout Colombia. Develop, in coordination with host nation public forces and other USG agencies, strategic eradication plans that will lead to the destruction of illicit crops within Colombia. Provide direction and oversight for contractor and host nation aviation training and standardization. Implement DoS INL Office of Aviation flight regulations, aviation training and standardization, and aircrew training programs. Provide oversight of the Rotary Wing and 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. Coordinate for facilities support through NAS and or host nation for contractor operations. Assist the Senior Aviation Advisor in coordinating for logistical support for aviation operations, to include chemical, POL and fuel. III. Desired Qualifications: Basic knowledge of aerial application of herbicides as well as tactics, techniques and procedures for aerial application in a high threat environment. Basic knowledge of platforms used for aerial application and spray systems utilized. Basic knowledge with Geographic Information Systems used in the conduct of aerial application such as Falcon View Del Norte or like systems. Basic knowledge of Aviation Aircrew Training and Standardization Programs, to include operating directives, training and standardization publications, aircrew training manuals, and related documents. Basic knowledge of U.S. Federal Aviation Administration regulations, including, but not limited to FAR Part 1, 61, 67, 91, 135, 137, 141, 143, and 830. Basic knowledge of tactical employment of fixed and rotary wing aircraft in a counter-narcotics operation, including capabilities, limitations and techniques of employment of aircraft used by the Office of Aviation. 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 is desirable. Broad 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 the Spanish language is required. Knowledge of and skill in operation of desk-top computer based word processing systems 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. Offeror?s ability to develop, coordinate, organize, implement, and oversee a comprehensive procedures for the Department of State. Work includes developing multi-national/multi-cultural fixed and rotary wing pilot training programs, plans, policies, and procedures for the Office of Aviation; coordinating recommendations from standardization committees, consulting with the Senior Aviation Advisor regarding ongoing projects, providing guidance to the contractor/host nation instructors, and overseeing implementation of the Aircrew Training Program (ATP). Factor 2. Offeror?s ability to assist the Senior Aviation Advisor in directing and coordinating aircraft and personnel deployments within Colombia for the purpose of destroying coca and poppy crops through aerial eradication, intercepting illegal drug shipments through interdiction, and provide host nation counter-narcotics aviation training and support for the institutionalization program. Factor 3. Offeror?s ability to develop operational tactics and new training procedures for the purpose of enhancing aerial eradication and interdiction operations. These tactics and procedures include, but are not limited to day, night and Night Vision Goggle (NVG) aerial eradication and interdiction tactics, and armed helicopter escort operations in support of the counter-narcotics mission in Colombia. Factor 4. Offeror?s ability to provide operational direction and guidance to the contractor and host nation Aviation operations activities and personnel for the purpose of destroying coca and poppy, and interdicting the flow of the finished narcotic products into the United States. This includes; but is not limited to, planning and coordination with 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. Factor 5. Offeror?s ability to: a. Provide direction and oversight for contractor and host nation aviation training and standardization. b. Implement DoS INL Office of Aviation flight regulations, aviation training and standardization, and aircrew training programs. c. Coordinate for facilities support through the Narcotics Affairs Section and the host nation for contractor operations. Factor 6. (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.
- Place of Performance
- Address: Bogota, Colombia
- Country: Colombia
- Country: Colombia
- Record
- SN00695814-W 20041021/041019211631 (fbodaily.com)
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