SOLICITATION NOTICE
R -- Program Director Port Au Prince Haiti
- Notice Date
- 11/3/2005
- Notice Type
- Solicitation Notice
- NAICS
- 928120
— International Affairs
- 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
- PSC06005
- Response Due
- 12/5/2005
- Archive Date
- 12/20/2005
- Description
- Program Director ISSUANCE DATE: 11/03/05 CLOSING DATE: 12/05/05 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-06-005 (INL) Gentlemen/Ladies: SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC), Department of State, Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs. 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 information listed below. Any questions may be directed to Linda Gower, Contracting Officer, INL/RM/MS, DOS, who may be reached at FAX No. (202) 776-8775 or E-Mail gowerlg@state.gov. All applications shall be submitted by facsimile or e-mail and originals sent via mail. If sent via courier to: Linda Gower, INL/RM/RM (202) 776-8774 Navy Hill South (SA-4) Department of State 2430 E. 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 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 that 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, Linda G. Gower, Contracting Officer 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-06-005 (INL) 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 11/032/05 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED: 12/05/05 FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 16:00 PM local time 4. POSITION TITLE: Police Liaison Officer 5. MARKET VALUE: FS 2 through FS 1, Step 1-7 ($72,622-$107,017) 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: January 2005-January 2006 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Port-au-Prince, Haiti 8. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below I. GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR This position is located in the Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Office of the Assistant Secretary (INL/FO). The Bureau is responsible for the development, supervision, coordination and implementation of international narcotics control assistance activities and on international criminal justice issues for the Department of State. The incumbent of this position serves as the Program Director of USG?s police advisory program in Haiti, and as a senior advisor to the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Latin America Programs on issues relating to the policies and programs for improving the security situation in Haiti. The Program Director/senior advisor will be physically located in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. While in Haiti, the incumbent works directly with the Ambassador, advising him/her on the full range of issues for which he/she is responsible. The situation in Haiti changed dramatically in February 2004 with growing levels of violence leading to the departure of the Haitian President and a change in the Haitian government. While the US and others provided a near-term military presence, the United Nations committed to the long-term deployment of a military and police stabilization force to assist Haiti?s reestablishment of security throughout the country. The need to establish security, in an environment of continuing violence and domestic turbulence, became and remains the dominant US and UN policy goal in Haiti. Hence, the priority of Haitian National Police (HNP) support programs will remain crucial to the success of US policy goals to and beyond national elections scheduled for October and November 2005. Prominent among the early actions taken by the US to restart HNP support programs was the establishment in May 2004 of a Police Advisory Group (PAG) within the Embassy, Port-au-Prince. The PAG is the principal organization for developing, implementing and overseeing US bilateral police support programs designed to address the principal, near-term U.S. policy goal ? improving the security situation. The Program Director is responsible for supervising this group, consisting of up to six contract criminal justice experts. The Police Advisory Group is the primary U.S. interlocutor with the Director General of the HNP and the UN Civilian Police Commissioner. The Program Director provides USG oversight of US CIVPOL seconded to the UN CIVPOL Mission. Major Duties and Responsibilities The Program Director has primary responsibility for providing senior-level advice and assistance to the DAS for Latin America Programs and the U.S. Ambassador to Haiti in the formulation and implementation of policies for an effective police support program, including staff supervision and oversight of INL-funds dedicated to the program ($9.5M in FY-04; $14.3M in FY-05). The incumbent also serves as the Narcotics/Crime Advisor to the Chief of Mission, in the absence of a permanently assigned NAS, as well as providing regional law enforcement expertise to the U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic. The incumbent: Serves as the senior security issues and law enforcement policy expert and advisor to the DAS for Latin America Programs, and to the Chief of Mission and Deputy Chief of Mission in Haiti, the non-resident Narcotics Affairs Section (NAS) and other principal Country Team members. Provides policy analysis and guidance to the Ambassador, senior policy specialists in INL and regional bureaus on the most effective means to promote security and police reform in Haiti. Such guidance is considered authoritative and may address any of a wide number of issues, such as legislative authority, technical merit or political priority of particular activities, potential conflicts with other USG programs, interagency coordination or coordination with other governments. Participates in senior level meetings to develop plans/programs for implementation of police programs and integration with UN programs, and represents the USG in coordinating US HNP support programs with the General Officer commanding the UN military mission (Brazil), and with the UN police (CIVPOL) commissioner (Canada). In the absence of a permanently assigned NAS, serves as Narcotics/Crime Advisor to the COM, providing counterdrug policy and program assistance to the country team, the Haitian Government and the HNP; and provides regional law enforcement expertise to U.S. Embassy, Santo Domingo. Provides current analysis and up-to-date information on narcotics/crime issues and assists in determining where these issues fit on the bilateral priority list and where/when they need to be discussed in bilateral and/or multilateral fora. Acts as a catalyst and conduit for information exchanges on global drug control issues, and on strategic efforts in the areas of law enforcement and judicial and criminal justice system reform. Monitors and interprets region-wide narcotics/crime trends, policy decisions and developments, and makes recommendations to the DAS for Latin America Programs and other senior INL managers which form the basis for potential agreements between the U.S. and Haiti/Dominican Republic on narcotics/crime related activities. Supervises and coordinates the Police Advisory Group (PAG), senior contract police advisors to the HNP Director General and the Haitian corrections system, as well as FSN employees directly supporting the PAG, and those contract or other experts temporarily in Haiti for training and/or HNP assessment purposes. Acts with broad authority in ensuring that the plans, decisions, priorities and commitments of the INL senior management team are understood and implemented. Attends meetings on behalf of the Assistant Secretary and Deputy Assistant Secretary, representing their points of view on critical program/policy issues. Serves as the primary point of contact for the INL Bureau with the COM and DCM, and the Haitian Government, the UN and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) on the full range of substantive issues in improving the security situation in Haiti. Plans, coordinates and executes a significant, multi-year HNP assistance effort ($24 M for FYs 04 and 05) to include significant expansion of the size of the HNP, basic and in-service training programs, infrastructure improvements, and vehicle and equipment procurement components; provides professional advice and assistance in the development and acquisition of weapons, ammunition and non-lethal law enforcement equipment for the HNP. Based on extensive internal and external research, determines best procurement strategy, ensuring that the Bureau?s funds dedicated to these projects are managed in the most efficient and effective manner. Recommends to the Assistant Secretary and Deputy Assistant Secretaries resource allocations to fulfill policy priorities related to narcotics and crime control programs in Haiti, and to maximize efficient and effective use of resources. Participates with other senior staff in the development of annual strategy reports, and the design and implementation of program evaluation. Responsible for vetting and shaping requests by the Government of Haiti for purchasing weapons from the U.S. This is a very controversial and delicate area as Haiti is subject to a U.S. weapons embargo, and these purchases require a waiver of the embargo and Congressional approval. Ensures that COM, DCM and senior INL managers are kept apprised of the status of such requests, and regularly briefs Congressional staffs, providing expert commentary on law enforcement weapons and non-lethal equipment requirements and utilization. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the HNP in Haiti, with special emphasis on HNP development and protection of human rights; the performance of the U.S. CIVPOL contingent assigned to the UN in Haiti; and activities and unique policy matters related to law enforcement development and security issues in Haiti. Represents INL in meetings with senior OAS officials to evaluate police recruiting policies and vetting procedures; makes recommendations to INL, the COM and DCM, and/or other international representatives as necessary with respect to changing existing or implementing new procedures to improve the overall effectiveness of the program. Prepares succinct analyses of fast breaking events in Haiti with respect to counterdrug and anticrime activities for review by COM and DAS. In addition, prepares longer range, analytical studies, which attempt to identify gaps in existing policy as well as emerging problem areas requiring high level attention. Prepares, or directs the preparation of, background materials and reports used by the Assistant Secretary and Deputy Assistant Secretaries in preparing speeches, briefings, and testimony to articulate U.S. foreign policy in counternarcotics and anticrime programs in Haiti. Based on incumbent?s network of contacts throughout the Department bureaucracy, in other agencies within the law enforcement and foreign affairs communities, among Congressional staffs, and with interested NGOs, he/she provides an independent analysis of and advice on on-going and prospective policy issues related to specific areas of responsibility to COM and senior INL management. Works closely with the Bureau?s senior managers to conceptualize programs, determine program needs and priorities based on the international narcotics and crime threat to U.S. interests and opportunities and constraints to implement programs abroad. As the recognized authority on police, counternarcotics and anticrime programs in Haiti, incumbent?s advice on the critical importance of these programs impacts on the Bureau?s senior management decisions with respect to identifying resources, determining funding and personnel requirements needed to continue support for these programs. II. MINUMUM QUALIFICATIONS: US Citizenship. At least 5 years experience in U.S. domestic law enforcement. Experience working with the UN or other international organizations overseas in a CIVPOL or related mission. Experience managing programs requiring well-balanced use of staff, materials and financial resources to support the mission of the organization. Preferred Qualifications Experience in strategic planning, policy development and implementing for major agency-level programs. Demonstrated successful management experience in senior level supervisory positions, particularly in the field of law enforcement; Superior negotiation and interpersonal skills in order to provide guidance and advice to senior management officials on the effectiveness of major counternarcotics/anticrime/police programs and to negotiate agreements with other agencies and/or foreign governments; Excellent oral and written English communication skills; Oral and written French communication skills; Knowledge of police development in an international environment; Familiarity with the Haitian environment; Experience in coordination of CIVPOL operations. III. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS: Offerors are required to specifically address their qualifications, experience and expertise in the following areas. Ability to: Assist senior managers in the development and implementation of policy and programs, and ensure objectives are clearly defined; Gather, review, and analyze information relevant to NAS, HNP, CIVPOL and overall Haitian Law Enforcement mission development and make recommendations to senior management on appropriate actions to be taken based on findings; Be flexible in working under pressure, with limited time frames, and during times of rapidly developing events; Negotiate, communicate, and coordinate with the OAS, UN, NGOs and other members of the international community to develop effective and complementary U.S. programs. IV. EVALUATION CRITERIA: Factor 1 Offeror?s ability to provide policy guidance to senior level policy makers within the USG. (30 points); Factor 2 Offerors?s experience and ability to substantially assist in developing and implementing U.S. foreign policy directives regarding the training, equipping, and continued development of the Haitian National Police; and to supervise and coordinate the work of up to six other police advisors to be placed within the Government of Haiti?s police and justice structure (30 points) Factor 3 Offeror?s ability to effectively liaise with members of the international community, including police and non-police personalities assigned to OAS Special Mission, UN, and various NGO?s for the purpose of gathering and disseminating information pertinent to HNP and overall international Haitian law enforcement mission development. (20 points); Factor 4 Offeror?s demonstrated ability to communicate complex issues in a timely and concise manner, both orally and in written form. (20 points). 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, 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, and except for U.S. resident hires). * (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 (see www.usaid.gov/procurement_bus_opp/procurement/forms. **2. Contractor Physical Examination (DS-1622, 08-2001). **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: Amembassy Port-Au-Prince
- Zip Code: na
- Country: Haiti
- Zip Code: na
- Record
- SN00925712-W 20051105/051103211807 (fbodaily.com)
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