SOLICITATION NOTICE
R -- Policy/Security Advisor - Port-Au-Prince
- Notice Date
- 7/17/2007
- 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, UNITED STATES
- ZIP Code
- 00000
- Solicitation Number
- PSC070052
- Response Due
- 8/17/2007
- Archive Date
- 9/1/2007
- Description
- Police/Security Advisor ISSUANCE DATE: 07/17/07 CLOSING DATE: 08/17/07 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-07-052 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 applications (Standard Form OF 612) from U.S. citizens interested in providing the PSC services described below. 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 202-776-8774, 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 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 that accompany their proposals. Please reference the number of this solicitation when sending your application. Sincerely, Linda G. Gower, Contracting Officer 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-07-052 (INL) 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 07/17/2007 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED: 08/17/2007 4. FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 16:00 PM local time 5. POSITION TITLE: Police/Security Advisor 6. MARKET VALUE: FS 2, Step 1-7 ($75,408-$80,742) 7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: October 2007-October 2008, extendable as required. 8. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Port-au-Prince, Haiti 9. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR Title: Police/Security Expert The police/security expert/contractor will work within the seven-person Haiti Stabilization Initiative (HSI) Reconstruction and Stabilization team at the United States Embassy in Port au Prince, Haiti, reporting to the program?s Stability Coordinator. Although the position is located in the Embassy, it is in fact a field position. It will require the contractor to spend at least two-thirds of the week in Cite Soleil. A U.S.-funded program, the HSI reports directly to the Ambassador, but will coordinate with the UN Police, and will utilize the expertise of U.S. and other UN police personnel as appropriate, as well as that of the DEA, USAID, other USG agencies, and other donors and multilateral institutions. Context Serial political crises in Haiti, the Western Hemisphere?s most persistent site of instability, have resulted in three U.S. military interventions in fifteen years at a cost of over $15 billion dollars. Haiti?s fragile institutions and proximity to the U.S. exacerbate issues of narcotics trafficking and mass migration. Organized crime and an epidemic of kidnapping have proliferated in urban slums. The UN stabilization mission, MINUSTAH, has 7,000 military troops and is authorized 951 police, to keep the peace. Donors have pledged almost $1 billion to help Haiti recover economically, politically, and in terms of security. Police are being trained, and progress is being made. Nevertheless, instability persists. Nowhere are things worse than in the Port au Prince slum of Cite Soleil. Gangs operate with impunity in an area that has been free of any kind of law enforcement. Only in recent weeks have UN troops and police entered the zone to capture gang leaders. Law-abiding citizens, particularly women and children, have been powerless in the face of lawlessness, without security or income. The HSI is premised on the idea that coordinated intervention now can prevent further deterioration of law and order, and future need for military intervention. It is a separate program, a supplement to regular U.S. and international programs, designed to support the Haitian government?s overall national development strategy and develop its ability to govern in areas currently controlled by armed groups. HSI will blanket Cite Soleil with programs and projects designed to improve security, generate economic activity, and increase the capacity of local governments to provide services in areas currently controlled by armed groups. USAID will carry out economic development programs and will train local governments. The State Department, through the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL), Office of Civilian Police and Rule of Law (INL/CIV), will work in the community to provide a context of security within which development efforts can be executed. INL-supported activities may include refurbishing of police stations, provision of vehicles and communications equipment, and special training and mentoring of Haitian police to serve the community. Level of Effort The position is full-time, with a minimum of 40-50 hours per week. Guidelines Guidance is provided from INL/CIV, State Department and Administration policies, directives and operating procedures regarding civilian police and peacekeeping, as well as by the terms of the UN peacekeeping mandate. Since these guidelines provide only broad guidance, originality, resourcefulness and ingenuity are required to interpret, adapt and apply them to the complex needs of the failed-state environment in which the program operates. Relationships The contractor will report to the HSI Stability Coordinator, and coordinate with the INL Senior Police Advisor, the Deputy Police Advisor, the UN Police Commissioner, the Director General of the HNP, the Embassy security officer, and other donors and players as necessary. Although there is not a direct reporting line from the contractor to the INL Senior Police Advisor, all activities of the contractor shall be cleared through the INL Senior Police Advisor. Position elements The incumbent will perform the following duties: ? Assist with development of the HSI security program development and recommendation of priorities for USG funding. ? With consultation and coordination with MINUSTAH and other relevant actors, develop a plan for police to enter and gain acceptance within Cite Soleil. ? With the assistance of the Haitian National Police (HNP) and MINUSTAH, develop a selection process and select officers to receive specialized training in non-lethal weaponry, criminal investigation, counter-narcotics, community policing and conflict resolution. ? Working with HNP Academy, participate in and monitor training and performance of officers in training. Advise HNP concerning curriculum. Coordinate with the judicial police special crimes unit and/or DEA. ? In consultation with INL/CIV, select U.S. trainers to provide training to selected officers. ? Organize training of selected HNP teams to respond to emergency calls and investigate crimes. Develop field training and/or mentoring programs. ? Select and recommend appropriate equipment for HNP operating in Cite Soleil. ? With HNP and community agencies, organize staffing patterns for Cite Soleil. ? Consult with MINUSTAH for assignment of appropriate UNPOLs to mentor and provide field supervision within Cite Soleil. ? Work closely with the Stabilization team, as well as with other embassy personnel, reporting on relevant activities and issues in a timely manner. Travel The position as defined will only rarely require travel outside of Port au Prince. Minimum Requirements ? U.S. citizenship ? Experience overseas in police development or similar program management work, or in a CIVPOL or similar peacekeeping mission, working with the UN, EU or other international organizations. ? Ability to obtain DOS-approved security clearance at the Secret level. Preferred Requirements ? At least 10 years experience in U.S. domestic law enforcement. ? Superior negotiation and interpersonal skills. ? Excellent oral and written English communication skills. ? Knowledge of police development and reform in an international environment. ? Knowledge of CIVPOL operations. ? Some knowledge of the functioning of an Embassy. ? Ability to obtain DOS-approved security clearance at the top secret/SCI level. ? Ability to speak and understand Creole and/or French. ? Prior experience in a peacekeeping mission, preferably in Haiti. Special Instructions to Offerors Offerors are required to specifically address their qualifications, experience and expertise in the following areas: ? Experience in all facets of police work, including criminal investigation, field training, and community policing. ? Ability to work independently, yet keep all necessary parties informed; ? Familiarity with U.S. foreign policy objectives; ? Ability to work effectively under pressure, within short time constraints, and during times of rapidly developing events; ? Ability to negotiate, communicate, and coordinate with MINUSTAH, the HNP, USAID, NGOs, other contractors, and other members of the international community to develop effective and complementary U.S. plans and programs. ? Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment. ? Ability to establish professional relationships with individuals at various professional levels with diverse backgrounds. Evaluation Criteria ? Demonstrable knowledge of U.S. foreign policy regarding the training, equipping and continued development of the Haitian National Police. (20 points) ? Knowledge of modern police investigative techniques, policies, concepts, practices and principles that would allow him/her to analyze and develop recommendations for program implementation and achievement of the objectives of the HIS. (20 points) ? Demonstrated ability to communicate complex issues in English in a timely and concise manner, both orally and in writing. (20 points) ? Experience in a U.S. law enforcement agency or department that reflects broad experience and understanding of police organization and functions. (20 points) ? Cross-cultural experience. (15 points) ? Ability to speak Creole and/or French. (5 points) 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. 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 612 **2. Contractor Physical Examination (DS-1843). **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
- Country: HAITI
- Country: HAITI
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