SOLICITATION NOTICE
R -- USPSC - Response Alternative for Technical Services (RATS), Nutrition Specialist - DCHA-OFDA-05-2010
- Notice Date
- 8/15/2005
- Notice Type
- Solicitation Notice
- NAICS
- 921190
— Other General Government Support
- Contracting Office
- Agency for International Development, Washington D.C., USAID/Washington, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Room 7.10-006, Washington, DC, 20523
- ZIP Code
- 20523
- Solicitation Number
- DCHA-OFDA-05-2010
- Response Due
- 9/6/2005
- Archive Date
- 9/7/2005
- Point of Contact
- Stephanie Paul, Global Corps/OFDA Recruiter , Phone 202-661-9369, Fax 240-465-0244, - Michael Jones, Global Corps/OFDA Sr. Recruiter, Phone 202-661-9366, Fax 240-465-0244,
- E-Mail Address
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sjpaul@usaid.gov, msjones@usaid.gov
- Description
- SOLICITATON NUMBER: DCHA/OFDA-05-2010 ISSUANCE DATE: August 15, 2005 CLOSING DATE: September 6, 2005, 5:00 PM EDT LADIES AND GENTLEMEN: SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC) - Response Alternative for Technical Services (RATS), Nutrition Specialist (Multiple Positions Available) The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications from qualified U.S. CITIZENS ONLY interested in providing PSC services as described in the attached solicitation. Applicants interested in applying for this position MUST submit the following materials: 1) Completed and hand-signed federal form OF-612 2) Supplemental document specifically addressing the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) Applications that are received without a handwritten signature and supplemental QRF document will not be considered for the position. Applicants are responsible for submitting materials that are in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified. There will be no exceptions. Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their applications. Any questions on this solicitation may be directed to: Amy Feldman or Stephanie Paul Telephone Number: (202) 661-9377 or 202-661-9369 E-Mail Address: nutrition@globalcorps.com Website: www.globalcorps.com Facsimile: 240-465-0244 or 202-315-3803 All applications should be submitted to: GlobalCorps 1201 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Suite 200 Washington, DC 20004 E-Mail Address: nutrition@globalcorps.com Facsimile: 240-465-0244 or 202-315-3803 Sincerely, M. E. Yearwood Contracting Officer 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: DCHA/OFDA-05-2010 2. ISSUANCE DATE: August 15, 2005 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME: September 6, 2005, 5:00 p.m. EDT 4. POSITION TITLE: Response Alternative for Technical Services (RATS), Nutrition Specialist (Multiple Positions Available) 5. MARKET VALUE: GS-13 ($74,782 - $97,213 per year) GS-14 ($88,369 - $114,882 per year)(see note below concerning market value) 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: One year with option to extend for up to five years (see note below) 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Worldwide (see note below) 8. SECURITY ACCESS: Secret 9. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to all U.S. Citizens POSITION DESCRIPTION Background The Response Alternatives for Technical Services (RATS) is a program developed by the Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) to satisfy its growing need for surge capacity. In response to numerous disasters worldwide, it became clear that OFDA could not find in a timely manner adequate staff to cover all positions in the field, in Washington and to backfill for permanent staff deploying to the field. OFDA's Senior Management Team (SMT) approved a program which would bring on board select candidates who could work on a part-time basis, for no more than 250 working days per calendar year, and be deployed within hours to facilitate OFDA's response to disasters. RATS positions are contracted for an initial period of one year with the option to extend up to five years. INTRODUCTION OFDA is the office within the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) that is responsible for providing non-food humanitarian assistance in response to international crises and disasters. OFDA is part of the Bureau for Democracy, Conflict, and Humanitarian Assistance (DCHA). OFDA is organized into three divisions, under the management of the Office of the Director. The Disaster Response and Mitigation (OFDA/DRM) Division is responsible for coordinating with other organizations for the provision of relief supplies and humanitarian assistance. OFDA/DRM also devises, coordinates, and implements program strategies for a variety of natural and human caused disaster situations. OFDA/DRM employs sector specialists to provide technical expertise in assessing the quality of disaster response. The Program Support (OFDA/PS) Division provides programmatic and administrative support including budget/financial services, procurement planning, contracts and grants administration, and communication support for OFDA's Washington and field offices. The Operations (OFDA/OPS) Division develops and manages logistical, operational, and technical support for disaster responses and administrative support to all offices and operations. OFDA/OPS maintains readiness to respond to emergencies through several mechanisms, including managing Search and Rescue (SAR) Teams, Disaster Assistance Support Program (DASP), Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs), and Washington-based Response Management Teams (RMTs). The RATS program is managed by the Overseas Administration Team (OAT) in the OFDA/OPS Division. This team maintains a database for all contracted RATS, providing information to the rest of the office on their availability, skills and previous OFDA experience. The OAT assists the program offices within OFDA in choosing the best qualified RATS for any specific task, and provides administrative and personnel support to existing RATS. Each RATS incumbent will provide enhancement to the OFDA team according to his/her skills. They will be considered part of OFDA-Washington resources that can be deployed worldwide. At times they may also be a resource for the DCHA Bureau. Foreign language ability in one or more major world languages is preferred. OBJECTIVES The SMT has determined that OFDA needs to maintain a roster of 50 to 75 RATS to meet its surge capacity objectives. Each incumbent will be deployable to backfill Washington positions, to field offices for staff enhancement, on DARTs and RMTs as disaster response demands, and for assessments of critical situations as warranted. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES RATS respond to humanitarian emergencies -- natural, technological and conflict-related disasters -- as required, worldwide. The contractor may serve in the OFDA Washington offices as staff enhancement when critical shortages of staff occur and on RMTs, which provide program, administrative, technical and logistics support to OFDA DARTs from Washington. The contractor may also be required to travel on short notice as a critical component of a U.S. Government disaster assessment team or a DART or to backfill staff members in OFDA regional or program offices overseas. Nutrition Specialist * Provides expert technical advice to OFDA DARTs, RMTs, regional missions, and/or OFDA's Washington-based Technical Assistance Group (TAG) on nutrition issues for populations at risk in conflict, disaster affected, or otherwise nutrition-insecure areas; * Conducts initial nutrition assessments of the vulnerable population and recommend appropriate relief activities, facilitating and coordinating actual U.S. Government (USG) emergency technical response activities with the USAID Mission, other donor agencies, and/or the U.S. Embassy; * Assists OFDA to coordinate, plan, implement, and evaluate emergency nutrition activities to ensure that efforts in assigned program areas are meeting the needs of affected populations and satisfy the goals and objectives of the response program; * Liaises with other responders such as host-government agencies, international organizations and private voluntary organizations; * Determines the capacity of the affected community and ensure that adequate resources are available to the international response effort, briefing the host government, the U.S. Military, U.S. Embassy and/or USAID Mission; * Provides coordination and monitoring of OFDA-funded nutrition activities to ensure the proper use of OFDA program funds; * Identifies nutrition disaster mitigation measures that could be linked to disaster response activities, reviewing mitigation principals and recommending course(s) of action to OFDA-Washington staff; * Assists in the development of various types of country/regional nutrition strategies for field offices, DARTs and/or assessment teams, provides briefings and written reports; * Participates in appropriate training either as a participant and/or trainer; * Operates DART communications equipment and operates a four-wheel drive, standard-shift vehicle in cross-country conditions; * Adheres strictly to Embassy and Mission security guidelines, coordinating all travel with the DART Leader, the DART Security Officer, the USAID Executive Officer (EXO) and/or the Washington-based Response Management Team (RMT). SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP: The incumbent will take direction from and report to the Overseas Administration Team (OAT) Leader or his/her designee, and that person designated as his/her supervisor in the Activation Memo. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The incumbent is expected to take initiative and act independently with little direction and will have wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment in responding to emergency nutrition needs. BASIC REQUIREMENTS AND SELECTIVE FACTORS: Candidates not meeting all of the basic qualifications and selective factors are considered NOT qualified for the position. * Bachelor's degree in nutrition or a related field with nutrition emphasis and a minimum of seven years of work experience with the USG, an international organization or a non-governmental organization in a health-related field, of which three years must include on-the-ground field experience in emergency nutrition needs assessment, program design, implementation and analysis, emergency relief program operations or post-emergency rehabilitation; OR * Master's degree in nutrition, public health or a related field with nutrition emphasis and a minimum of five years of work experience with the USG, an international organization or a non-governmental organization in a health-related field, of which three years must include on-the-ground field experience in emergency nutrition needs assessment, program design, implementation and analysis, emergency relief program operations or post-emergency rehabilitation; * U.S. citizen; * Complete and hand-signed federal form OF-612; * Supplemental document specifically addressing the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs); * Ability to obtain a SECRET level security clearance; * Ability to obtain a Department of State medical clearance. QUALITY RANKING FACTORS (QRFs): (Determines the ranking of qualified candidates in comparison to other applicants) QRF #1 Demonstrated experience conducting nutrition needs assessments, evaluating strategies, and formulating strategic responses for international emergency nutrition interventions. QRF #2 Demonstrated experience in the design, implementation, and management of emergency nutrition programs in international settings. QRF #3 Demonstrated experience in the monitoring and evaluation of emergency nutrition programs in an international setting. QRF #4 Demonstrated written communication skills in preparing concise, in-depth technical reports detailing nutrition conditions and appropriate responses. QRF #5 Demonstrated experience working and/or coordinating with a diverse array of individuals and organizations involved in disaster response/preparedness/mitigation and humanitarian assistance, including USG agencies (e.g., USAID, State Department, Department of Defense, Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Agency (NOAA), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)), international organizations, non-governmental organizations, and United Nations (UN) agencies. BASIS OF RATING: Applicants who meet the basic qualifications and selection factors will be further evaluated based on the quality ranking factors. As a result, applicants are required to submit a cover letter that addresses each of the factors and describes specifically and accurately what experience, training, education, and/or awards you have received that are relevant. Also include the duration of the activity, if relevant. Failure to address every factor may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent experience. The Applicant Rating System is as Follows: The above QRFs have been assigned the following points: QRF #1 - 14 points QRF #2 - 12 points QRF #3 - 10 points QRF #4 - 8 points QRF #5 - 6 points Interview Performance - 30 points Satisfactory Academic and Professional Reference Checks - 20 points Total Possible Points: 100 (1) NOTE CONCERNING MARKET VALUE: The applicant(s) chosen for the position will be recommended for hire at the GS level (GS-13 or GS-14) commensurate with their overall experience, training, and qualifications as determined by the OFDA Selection Committee. (2) STATEMENT OF LIMITATIONS ON PERIOD AND PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: The purpose of this contract is to establish an employee/employer relationship with the contractor to perform services on a temporary, on-call, basis as a Response Alternatives for Technical Services. It is DCHA/OFDA's intent to contract for these services for a maximum of 250 working days per calendar year. The level of effort anticipated under this contract will be provided within the terms of this contract at times mutually agreed to by DCHA/OFDA and the contractor. Upon identification of a temporary need within the scope of work, DCHA/OFDA will contact the contractor and provide the following information: 1. Date contractor is needed to report to DCHA/OFDA or assignment in the field 2. Duration of Assignment 3. Place of Performance The contractor will notify DCHA/OFDA within 24 hours of availability. At the time the contractor accepts the assignment, he/she is expected to commit for the duration of the assignment. While the contractor will be required to commit to a certain time period, it is understood that the exigencies of a disaster may require the assignment to be extended (not to exceed 250 working days). The Contractor shall notify OFDA at the time of commitment if their existing schedule would preclude an extension. Notification of schedule conflicts shall not necessarily disqualify the contractor from the assignment but will simply assist DCHA/OFDA in recruiting a replacement. Subsequently, if the contractor agrees to an extension of the duration of a particular assignment, thereafter, the contract will be required to give DCHA/OFDA 10 days notice for release from the assignment. WHERE AND HOW TO APPLY: Qualified individuals are required to submit: An Optional Form 612 (This form can found at http://www.usaid.gov/forms/ or at http://www.forms.gov/bgfPortal/citizen.portal or at www.globalcorps.com). Supplemental document specifically addressing each Quality Ranking Factor (QRF). To ensure consideration of applications for the intended position, please reference the solicitation number on your application, and as the subject line in any cover letter. Via mail: GlobalCorps, 1201 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20004 Via facsimile: 240-465-0244 or 202-315-3803 Via email: nutrition@globalcorps.com The most qualified candidates may be interviewed and required to provide a writing sample. It is also possible that reference checks may be conducted on those candidates selected for an interview. OFDA will not pay for any expenses associated with the interviews. NOTE: If a temporary Secret level security clearance and State Department Medical Clearance (if required) are not obtained within nine months, the offer may be rescinded. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCs Forms outlined below can found at: http://www.usaid.gov/forms/ or at http://www.forms.gov/bgfPortal/citizen.portal 1. Optional Form 612. 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). ** * Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas). ** Forms 2 through 5 shall be completed ONLY upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job. CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBs) and ACQUISITION & ASSISTANCE POLICY DIRECTIVES (AAPDs) PERTAINING TO PSCs CIBs and AAPDs contain changes to USAID policy and General Provisions in USAID regulations and contracts. Please refer to http://www.usaid.gov/business/business_opportunities/cib/subject.html#psc to determine which CIBs and AAPDs apply to this contract. BENEFITS/ALLOWANCES: As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a PSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances: BENEFITS: Employer's FICA Contribution Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance Pay Comparability Adjustment Annual Increase Eligibility for Worker's Compensation Annual & Sick Leave Eligibility for 401(k) ALLOWANCES (if Applicable).* (A) Temporary Lodging 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). * Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas). FEDERAL TAXES: USPSCs are not exempt from payment of Federal Income taxes. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED REGARDLESS OF AGE, RACE, COLOR, SEX, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, LAWFUL POLITICAL AFFILIATION, NON-DISQUALIFYING HANDICAP, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AFFILIATION WITH AN EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION, OR OTHER NON-MERIT FACTOR. NOTE: THIS NOTICE WAS NOT POSTED TO WWW.FEDBIZOPPS.GOV ON THE DATE INDICATED IN THE NOTICE ITSELF (15-AUG-2005); HOWEVER, IT DID APPEAR IN THE FEDBIZOPPS FTP FEED ON THIS DATE. PLEASE CONTACT fbo.support@gsa.gov REGARDING THIS ISSUE.
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- Address: Worldwide
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