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FBO DAILY ISSUE OF SEPTEMBER 14, 2007 FBO #2118
SOLICITATION NOTICE

R -- USPSC - Overseas Administration Team (OAT) Leader

Notice Date

9/12/2007
 

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, UNITED STATES
 

ZIP Code

00000
 

Solicitation Number

M-OAA-DCHA-DOFDA-08-002
 

Response Due

10/15/2007
 

Archive Date

10/30/2007
 

Point of Contact

Michael Jones, Sr. Recruiter for OFDA and OTI, Phone 202-661-9366, Fax 240-465-0244, - Jaimee Braun, Recruiter, Phone 202-661-9377, Fax 202-347-0315,
 

E-Mail Address

msjones@ofda.gov, jbraun@usaid.gov
 

Description

SOLICITATION NUMBER: M/OAA/DCHA/DOFDA-08-002 ISSUANCE DATE: September 12, 2007 CLOSING DATE: October 15, 2007, 5:00 p.m. EDT SUBJECT: Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor for an Overseas Administration Team (OAT) Leader (GS-14) in Washington, DC. Ladies/Gentlemen: The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications (Optional Form 612 only) from qualified U.S. citizens to provide personal services as an Overseas Administration Team (OAT) Leader (GS-14) under a personal services contract, as described in the attached solicitation. Submittals shall be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified. Applicants interested in applying for this position MUST submit the following materials: * Complete and hand-signed federal form OF-612. * Supplemental document specifically addressing the five (5) Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) shown in the solicitation. Incomplete or unsigned applications shall not be considered. These signed forms must be mailed, delivered, faxed, or emailed (email applications must be signed) to: GlobalCorps 1201 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Suite 200 Washington, DC 20004 E-Mail Address: oatldr@globalcorps.com Facsimile: (202) 315-3803 or (240) 465-0244 Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their applications. Any questions on this solicitation may be directed to: Mike Jones or Leigh Carlson Telephone Number: (202) 661-9366 or (202) 661-9369 E-Mail Address: oatldr@globalcorps.com Website: www.globalcorps.com Facsimile: (202) 315-3803 or (240) 465-0244 Sincerely, Yvonne Wilson Contracting Officer Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor (PSC) Overseas Administration Team (OAT) Leader (GS-14) 1. SOLICITATION NO.: M/OAA/DCHA/DOFDA-08-002 2. ISSUANCE DATE: September 12, 2007 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: October 15, 2007, 5:00 pm EDT 4. POSITION TITLE: Overseas Administration Team (OAT) Leader 5. MARKET VALUE: GS-14 ($93,822 - $121,967 - includes locality pay) Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value based upon the candidate's past salary, work history and educational background. Candidates who live outside the Washington, D.C. area will be considered for employment but no relocation expenses will be reimbursed. 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Two years, renewable up to five years 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Washington, D.C. 8. STATEMENT OF WORK POSITION DESCRIPTION BACKGROUND The Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) is the office within 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) and is organized into three divisions under the management of the Office of the Director. The Program Support Division (PS) 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 Disaster Response and Mitigation Division (DRM) is responsible for coordinating with other organizations for the provision of relief supplies and humanitarian assistance. DRM also devises, coordinates, and implements program strategies for a variety of natural and human caused disaster situations. DRM hires sector specialists to provide technical expertise in assessing the quality of disaster response. The Operations Division (OPS) develops and manages logistical, operational, and technical support for disaster responses and administrative support to all offices and operations. OPS maintains readiness to respond to emergencies through several mechanisms, including managing Search and Rescue Teams (SAR), Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs), and Washington-based Response Management Teams (RMTs). INTRODUCTION The Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) monitors humanitarian conditions, assesses disaster impacts and coordinates ongoing disaster assistance efforts overseas. OFDA is part of the Bureau for Democracy, Conflict and Humanitarian Assistance (DCHA). To fulfill its mandate to respond to disasters worldwide on behalf of the U.S. Government (USG), DCHA/OFDA projects itself overseas in a variety of ways. It has established five permanent regional offices and one sub-regional office. The regional offices are located in San Jose, Costa Rica, Bangkok, Thailand, Dakar, Senegal, Nairobi, Kenya, and Pretoria, South Africa. The sub-regional office is located in Katmandu, Nepal. In countries where DCHA/OFDA has a large humanitarian response portfolio, it has established Program Offices within the USAID Mission or U.S. Embassy. The Democratic Republic of Congo, Liberia, Indonesia and Burundi have hosted D/CHAOFDA program offices. In the event of major disasters, DCHA/OFDA may deploy a Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) to the affected country. The Overseas Administration Team (OAT) is part of OFDA's Operations Division (OFDA/OPS) which provides administrative oversight and support to the DCHA/OFDA Regional Offices and to all DCHA/OFDA personnel posted overseas. This includes administrative support to DARTs, which deploy rapidly and can remain in a country for several months or longer. The administrative aspects of personnel and property are essential elements to sustaining programs overseas. In addition to supporting field operations, OAT is responsible for providing administrative oversight and support to RMTs at DCHA/OFDA headquarters. Further, OAT maintains the primary source of DCHA/OFDA's surge capacity staffing, called the Response Alternatives for Technical Services (RATS) mechanism. This is a roster of up to 75 part-time Personal Services Contractors (PSCs). OBJECTIVE DCHA/OFDA requires an Overseas Administration Team Leader to meet its program objectives and ensure that surge capacity staffing requirements are met. 9. CORE FUNCTIONAL AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Overseas Administration Team Leader will: * Recommend staffing patterns, personnel management and organizational structure for DCHA/OFDA overseas operations; ensure that overseas offices are staffed and structured in such a way as to maximize their human resources while remaining sufficiently flexible to meet the ever-changing demands of DCHA/OFDA; * Provide expert advice to control inherent management vulnerabilities that emanate from implementing new initiatives, such as establishing new regional and DART offices, or deploying overseas humanitarian personnel. Ensure that risks are minimized and that basic management principles and controls are reflected in the program design; * Ensure that field activities are carried out in coordination with US Embassies and USAID Missions, and in accordance with USG law and USAID policies and regulations; * Identify potential interaction and teamwork with existing overseas operations, such as with established USAID Missions, with Department of State operations, and with private contractors, to maximize support at the lowest possible management costs; * Integrate logistical support systems with administrative support mechanisms. Integrate the personnel systems of the USG and private sector entities when appropriate. Coordinate personnel practices with other donors as needed; * Establish and close-out all administrative aspects of Regional Offices, Program Offices and DART operations as necessary; design and implement management procedures to facilitate transition and handover to USAID/Embassy offices; * Design innovative management approaches that incorporate more formal relationships with implementing partners, i.e., other USG agencies, Private Voluntary Organizations (PVOs), Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), International Organizations (IOs), the United Nations, multinational donors and other private sector entities; * Exercise supervisory responsibility for the management component during the design phase as well as in the implementation of field programs; * Supervise all non-direct hire overseas administration unit staff in Washington and in the field; * Manage the RATS program which provides up to 75 part-time employees to the pool of personnel available to DCHA/OFDA for timely and effective emergency response; * Serve as the primary interface on administrative matters between DCHA/OFDA and U.S. Embassies and USAID Missions; * Travel to the field and to Missions to ensure that administrative operations are carried out in accordance with USAID regulations and policies. Significant overseas travel is required for this position; * Provide innovative solutions to resolve administrative issues as necessary; * Serve as OFDA Duty Officer on a rotational basis; * Serve as a member of Washington-based RMTs, which provide services and support to DARTs deployed in response to disasters. Duties on RMTs will vary. SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP: The OAT Leader reports to the Director of the Operations Division. While on assignment, he/she may report directly to the senior DCHA/OFDA field representative in the region of assignment. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Division Director provides broad guidance to the OAT Leader in the form of general management policy direction, staff resources, time and budget levels. The OAT Leader works independently and frequently originates work requirements using judgment and initiative. 10. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is generally sedentary and does not pose undue physical demands. During deployment on Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs) (if required), and during site visits, there may be some additional physical exertion including long periods of standing, walking over rough terrain, or carrying of moderately heavy items (less than 50 pounds). 11. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is primarily performed in an office setting. During deployment on Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs) (if required), and during site visits, the work may additionally involve special safety and/or security precautions, wearing of protective equipment, and exposure to severe weather conditions. 12. START DATE: Immediately, once necessary clearances are obtained. 13. POINT OF CONTACT: See Cover Letter. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION (Determines basic eligibility for the position. Applicants who do not meet all of education and experience factors are considered NOT qualified for the position.) * Bachelor's degree with significant study in or pertinent to a specialized field, and at least nine (9) years of progressively responsible experience in disaster relief and humanitarian assistance, five (5) years of which involved managing administrative operations in a developing country. OR * Master's degree with significant study in or pertinent to a specialized field, and at least seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in disaster relief and humanitarian assistance, four (4) years of which involved managing administrative operations in a developing country. SELECTION FACTORS (Determines basic eligibility for the position. Applicants who do not meet all of the selection factors are considered NOT qualified for the position.) * Applicant is a U.S. Citizen; * Complete and hand-signed federal form OF-612 submitted; * Supplemental document specifically addressing the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) submitted; * Ability to obtain a SECRET level security clearance; * Ability to obtain a Department of State medical clearance; * Satisfactory verification of academic credentials. QUALITY RANKING FACTORS (QRFs) (Used to determine the competitive ranking of qualified applicants in comparison to other applicants. The factors are listed in priority order from highest to least.) QRF #1 You have been assigned to establish and operationalize a new overseas office for OFDA. Describe in detail your approach to accomplishing this assignment. Discuss any assumptions that you must make in order to answer this QRF. QRF #2 Describe how you build and maintain a staffing surge capacity mechanism such as RATS. Describe the conceptual process you would use to select appropriate surge capacity technical personnel for an emergency disaster response. Discuss any assumptions that you must make in order to answer this QRF. QRF #3 Discuss your understanding of the differences in the conduct of administrative functions for diplomatic/development activities and for emergency response/humanitarian assistance activities. QRF #4 Describe the challenges involved in managing administrative personnel, facilities, and operations in a developing country. How would you address these challenges? Describe the project management tools and supervision techniques that you have successfully used in the past. QRF #5 Describe your understanding of general administrative procedures and best practices that may be applied to USG humanitarian operations. BASIS OF RATING: Applicants who meet the Education/Experience requirements and Selection Factors will be further evaluated based on scoring of the Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) responses. Those applicants determined to be competitively ranked may also be evaluated on interview performance and satisfactory professional reference checks. Applicants are required to address each of the QRFs on a separate sheet describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received that are relevant to each factor. Be sure to include your name and the announcement number at the top of each additional page. Failure to address the selection and/or Quality Ranking Factors may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards. The Applicant Rating System is as Follows: QRFs have been assigned the following points: QRF #1 - 15 points QRF #2 - 15 points QRF #3 - 10 points QRF #4 - 5 points QRF #5 - 5 points Interview Performance - 30 points Satisfactory Academic and Professional Reference Checks - 20 points Total Possible Points: 100 APPLYING: Applications must be received by the closing date and time at the address specified in the cover letter. Qualified individuals are required to submit: 1. A complete U.S. Government Optional Form 612 with hand-written signature (downloadable forms are available on the USAID website, http://www.usaid.gov/procurement_bus_opp/procurement/forms or internet http://fillform.gsa.gov or at Federal offices) or www.globalcorps.com. 2. A supplemental document specifically addressing the five (5) Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) shown in the solicitation. 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. DOCUMENT SUBMITTALS Via mail: GlobalCorps, 1201 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20004 Via facsimile: (202) 315-3803 or (240) 465-0244 Via email: oatldr@globalcorps.com The most qualified candidates may be interviewed and required to provide a writing sample. OFDA will not pay for any expenses associated with the interviews. Professional references and academic credentials will be evaluated for applicants being considered for selection. NOTE: If a Secret security clearance is not obtained within nine months after offer acceptance, the offer may be rescinded. NOTE: If a Department of State medical clearance is not obtained within six months after offer acceptance, the offer may be rescinded. NOTE REGARDING GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS FOR THIS SOLICITATION This solicitation in no way obligates USAID to award a PSC contract, nor does it commit USAID to pay any cost incurred in the preparation and submission of the application. NOTE REGARDING DATA UNIVERSAL NUMBERING SYSTEM (DUNS) NUMBERS All individuals contracted as US PSCs are required to have a DUNS Number. USAID will provide a generic DUNS Number and PSCs are not required to register with CCR. For general information about DUNS Numbers, please refer to FAR Clause 52.204-6, Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number (10/2003) http://acquisition.gov/comp/far/current/html/52_200_206.html#wp1137568 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. Medical History and Examination Form (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). ** 6. Employment Eligibility Verification (I-9 Form). ** ** Forms 2 through 6 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. AAPD 06-10 - PSC MEDICAL PAYMENT RESPONSIBILITY AAPD No. 06-10 is hereby incorporated as Attachment 1 to the solicitation. AAPD-06-12 - HOMELAND SECURITY PRESIDENTIAL DIRECTIVE-12 (HSPD-12) IMPLEMENTATION AAPD-06-12 is hereby incorporated as Attachment 2 to the solicitation. As directed in AAPD-06-12,the required reference to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clause 52.204-9, is also shown in Attachment 2. 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 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 required to pay Federal Income Taxes, FICA, and Medicare 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.
 

Place of Performance

Address: Washington, D.C.

Zip Code: 20523

Country: UNITED STATES
 

Record

SN01403492-W 20070914/070913071612 (fbodaily.com)
 

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