SOLICITATION NOTICE
R -- USPSC - Program Assistant / Program Manager (Multiple Positions) - M/OAA/DCHA/OTI-09-803 - Solicitation and Forms for M/OAA/DCHA/OTI-09-803
- Notice Date
- 3/30/2009
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- 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, District of Columbia, 20523
- ZIP Code
- 20523
- Solicitation Number
- M-OAA-DCHA-OTI-09-803
- Archive Date
- 4/28/2009
- Point of Contact
- Leigh P. Carlson,, Phone: 202-661-9369, Lindsey O. Johnson,, Phone: 2026619366
- E-Mail Address
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lcarlson@oti.gov, ljohnson@usaid.gov
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- OF-612 Continuation Sheet OF-612 Form Solicitation for USPSC - Program Assistant / Program Manager (Multiple Positions) - M/OAA/DCHA/OTI-09-803 SOLICITATION NUMBER: M/OAA/DCHA/OTI-09-803 ISSUANCE DATE: March 30, 2009 CLOSING DATE: April 13, 2009, 5:00 p.m. EDT SUBJECT: Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor for a Program Assistant / Program Manager (Multiple Positions) in Washington, DC. Ladies/Gentlemen: The United States Government (USG), 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 a Program Assistant / Program Manager (Multiple Positions) 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 (including OF-612 continuation sheets as needed). NOTE: Submission of a resume in addition to the required forms is encouraged, but submission of a resume alone or in lieu of the OF-612 form IS NOT a complete application. All information to be evaluated must be contained in the OF-612 form and must not depend on references to your resume. Failure to provide the required information and/or materials will result in your not being considered for employment. •Supplemental document specifically addressing: Each of the Education/Experience requirements shown in the solicitation. Each of the five (5) (at the GS-11 level) or six (6) (at the GS-9 level) Evaluation Factors 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 529 14th Street, NW, Suite 700 Washington, DC 20045 E-Mail Address: otiprogrammanager@globalcorps.com Facsímile: (202) 403-3911 or (202) 403-3941 Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their applications. Any questions on this solicitation may be directed to: Leigh Carlson or Lindsey Johnson Telephone Number: (202) 661-9369 or (202) 661-9366 E-Mail Address: otiprogrammanager@globalcorps.com Website: www.globalcorps.com Facsímile: (202) 403-3911 or (202) 403-3941 Sincerely, Amanda Downing, Contracting Officer Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor (PSC) Program Assistant / Program Manager (Multiple Positions) 1. SOLICITATION NO.: M/OAA/DCHA/OTI-09-803 2. ISSUANCE DATE: March 30, 2009 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: April 13, 2009, 5:00 pm EDT 4. POSITION TITLE: Program Assistant / Program Manager 5. MARKET VALUE: This position has been designated as a “tandem/ladder” position. The highest level of this position is a GS-12; however, USAID intends to fill this position at the GS-9 or GS-11 equivalent level. The entry level for this position has been established at either the GS-9 level (Salary range: $50,408 - $65,531 per year) or the GS-11 level (Salary range: $60,989 – $79,280 per year). The actual salary of the successful candidate will be negotiated within the pay range of the GS-9 or GS-11 level depending on qualifications, previous relevant experience and work history, salary and educational background. Salaries over and above the top of the pay range will not be entertained or negotiated. The title of the position at the GS-9 level will be “Program Assistant”. Following at least one (1) year at the GS-9 equivalent grade the candidate may have the opportunity for advancement to a GS-11 equivalent grade. To be eligible for promotion to the GS-11 level, the incumbent must meet the minimum qualifications of the GS-11 grade, and receive an “Excellent” performance rating in the annual performance evaluation. The evaluation must include a statement by the supervisor that the employee is performing successfully at the current grade and is considered ready to perform at the higher grade level. Neither advancement nor extension of the contract is guaranteed. The title of the position at the GS-11 level will be “Program Manager”. Following one (1) year at the GS-11 equivalent grade the candidate will have the opportunity for advancement to a GS-12 equivalent grade. To be eligible for promotion to the GS-12 level, the incumbent must meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-12 grade, and receive an “Excellent” performance rating in the annual performance evaluation. The evaluation must include a statement by the supervisor that the employee is performing successfully at the current grade and is considered ready to perform at the higher grade level. Neither advancement nor extension of the contract is guaranteed. Applicants must review their experience/education against the required minimum qualifications for both the GS-9 and GS-11 positions carefully. Applicants may submit for more than one position/grade level (only at the GS-9 or GS-11 levels), but must submit a separate application for each position. No applications will be accepted for the GS-12 level. Applicants must be cautious: those who submit an application for the GS-11 grade level, but do not meet the minimum qualifications as reviewed by the Technical Evaluation Panel (TEC) will not be considered for the GS-9 position unless they submitted a complete separate application for the GS-9 grade level and meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-9 position as reviewed by the TEC. On the other hand, applicants who apply for only the GS-9 position even though they might meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-11 position will not be considered for the GS-11 position unless they also apply for that position. 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 2 years, renewable up to 5 years 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Washington, D.C. 8. STATEMENT OF WORK POSITION DESCRIPTION BACKGROUND The Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI) was created in 1994 as a distinct operating unit within USAID to help local partners advance peace and democracy in priority conflict-prone countries. Seizing critical windows of opportunity, OTI works on the ground to provide fast, flexible, short-term assistance targeted at key transition needs. Countries experiencing a significant political transition in the midst of a disaster or emerging from civil conflict have unique needs that cannot be fully addressed by traditional disaster relief. Timely and effective assistance to promote and consolidate peaceful, democratic advances can make the difference between a successful or a failed transition. OTI assists in securing peace by aiding indigenous, mostly non-governmental, civil society and media organizations. OTI uses such mechanisms as support for re-integration of ex-combatants into civilian society; development of initiatives to promote national reconciliation; identification of quick-impact community self-help projects to meet urgent economic needs; and aid to independent media outlets and community-based organizations to help promote informed debate and broaden public participation. To respond quickly and effectively and meet its program objectives and mandate OTI retains a group of high level professionals and experts under personal services contracts (PSCs). These knowledgeable and skilled professionals make up the vast majority of the OTI work force and are at its forefront implementing and achieving the organization’s programmatic goals and objectives. For more information about OTI and its country programs please see: http://www.usaid.gov/our_work/cross-cutting_programs/transition_initiatives/. INTRODUCTION The OTI Program Assistant / Program Manager is a member of one of DCHA/OTI’s Regional Teams in the Field Programs Division (FPD), reports to the OTI Regional Team Leader or his/her designee, and is based in Washington, DC. OTI currently has three regional teams as part of its Field Programs Division (FPD): Asia and Middle East (AME), Africa (AFR), and Latin America and Caribbean (LAC). OTI’s Regional Teams are responsible for all program implementation-related activity in the specific region. The Program Assistant / Program Manager’s principal responsibility is to assist one of OTI’s regional teams in the management of existing country programs and participates in new country program assessments as the need arises. This is a program-funded USPSC position, which OTI anticipates will focus approximately 80% of time on country program implementation, and approximately 20% of time on strategic planning and program development. OBJECTIVE The objective of this solicitation is to hire qualified personnel needed to assist and support OTI’s regional teams with program implementation-related activities. 9. CORE FUNCTIONAL AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The work of the OTI Program Assistant / Program Manager requires teamwork, the exercise of discretion, judgment, and personal responsibility. Under the direct supervision of the Washington-based Regional Team Leader or his/her designee (e.g. the Sr. Program Manager), the Program Assistant / Program Manager will: At the GS-9 level “Program Assistant” level: •Provide daily administrative and operational support for the OTI Regional Team; •Assist in responding to requests for information and taskers regarding OTI programs from within and outside the Agency; •Provide backstopping and troubleshooting support to field-based staff through frequent communication; •Support implementation and management of assigned country program(s), including contractors and grantees working under country programs and provide support, when needed, as an auxiliary team member in the field, being prepared to travel to difficult posts in overseas conflict or post-conflict areas for up to one month or more if required; •Prepare documentation for any required program contracts, grants or cooperative agreements; •Assist the OTI Regional Team COTR (Contracting Officer Technical Representative) in working with implementing partners (contracts, grants, cooperative agreements), ensuring OTI’s requirements are met. The successful completion of the USAID COTR Training Course is required within the first 6-12 months of employment; •Ensure completion of OTI project administration, budgeting and contracting action needs; •Participate in the selection of program implementers, such as grantees, contractors, and personal services contractors; •Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with other DCHA offices, other USAID divisions, the Department of State, other USG agencies and departments, NGOs, international donors, and others interested in particular OTI country programs; •Participate in country analysis and program design to develop existing and future programs and strategies; •Participate in design and implementation of new country program operations to include management, logistical, budget, administrative, personnel and contractual issues; •When required, participate on inter-office, inter-bureau, or inter-agency committees where issues relate to OTI’s program goals; •In limited circumstances, the incumbent may be required to provide assistance to organizations outside of OTI but within the current scope of work, where such assistance would enhance both OTI’s goals and objectives as well as the incumbent’s job skills; •Perform other duties and activities as required for the successful completion of country programs. At the GS-11 level “Program Manager”: •Respond to requests for information and taskers regarding OTI programs from within and outside the Agency in collaboration with OTI’s Program Office; •Implement and manage assigned country program(s), including contractors and grantees working under country programs and provide support, when needed, as an auxiliary team member in the field, being prepared to travel to difficult posts in overseas conflict or post-conflict areas for up to one month or more if required; •Provide backstopping and troubleshooting support to field-based staff through frequent communication; •Prepare documentation for any required program contracts, grants or cooperative agreements; •Serve as COTR (Contracting Officer Technical Representative) for Task Orders with a contractor for Program Office services, ensuring OTI’s requirements are met (serving as COTR requires the successful completion of a USAID training course within the first 6-12 months of employment); •Ensure completion of OTI project administration, budgeting and contracting action needs; •Manage and/or participate in the selection of program implementers, such as grantees, contractors, and personal services contractors; •Develop, monitor, evaluate and recommend performance measures for country programs and individual projects, including the work of contractors and grantees; •Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with other DCHA offices, other USAID divisions, the Department of State, other USG agencies and departments, NGOs, international donors, and others interested in particular OTI country programs; •Perform complex country analysis and program design to develop existing and future programs and strategies in high priority countries; •Participate in design and implementation of new country program operations to include management, logistical, budget, administrative, personnel and contractual issues; •When required, participate on inter-office, inter-bureau, or inter-agency committees where issues relate to OTI’s program goals; •In limited circumstances, the incumbent may be required to provide assistance to organizations outside of OTI but within the current scope of work, where such assistance would enhance both OTI’s goals and objectives as well as the incumbent’s job skills; •When required, assume higher representational responsibilities, potentially serving as acting team leader or country or deputy country representative in his/her absence, for example; •Mentor/train other OTI Program Assistants / Program Managers as required; and, •Perform other duties and activities as required for the successful completion of country programs. At the GS-12 level: Perform the same duties as the GS-11 level but with less supervision, greater decision-making authority, and greater independence of action. SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP: The Program Assistant / Program Manager will take direction from and will report to their respective OTI Regional Team Leader within the Field Programs Division or his/her designee. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Supervisor will set overall objectives. The employee and the supervisor together will develop deadlines, projects, and work to be accomplished. The incumbent is expected to take initiative, act independently, and manage his/her tasks with minimal supervision. 10. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is generally sedentary and does not pose undue physical demands. During deployment on assessment teams, Country Start-Ups, 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 Assessments, Country Start-ups, 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. See detailed instructions for demonstrating Education/Experience under "Applying") The Program Assistant / Program Manager must be an individual with sound judgment, excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills and possess a well-developed understanding of US policy interests. The successful candidate must have a strong interest in assisting countries in transition and be able to accomplish a wide range of assignments on short notice. Since work may require continued changes in program direction and implementation, including frequent coordination, the individual will be someone who is highly flexible and willing to work under conditions of ongoing change. The successful candidate must also be willing and able to perform a wide range of administrative functions (budget and financial preparation and management, records management, travel assistance, etc) to help ensure programmatic success. In order to be considered for the position a candidate must meet the Minimum Qualifications listed below. Consideration and selection will be based on panel evaluation of the Required Skills and Selection Factors. Additionally, interviews and writing samples may be requested. Applicants must write a brief appendix to an OF-612 to demonstrate how prior experience and/or training addresses each of the Minimum Qualifications and each of the Evaluative factors listed below. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements for the GS-9 or GS-11 equivalent will not be considered for award. Again, applicants are cautioned to apply for both grades separately if they are unsure of whether they meet the minimum qualifications for one of the grades. At a minimum, the applicant must have: At the GS-9 Program Assistant Level: (1)A Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience performing a range of duties similar to those outlined in the scope of work above and including experience with one or more of the following: program design, program budgeting, program reporting, or program support; OR A Master’s Degree (with significant study in or pertinent to the specialized field, including but not limited to international development and social sciences) with a minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible work experience performing a range of duties similar to those outlined in the scope of work above and including experience with one or more of the following: program design, program budgeting, program reporting, or program support; (2)A minimum of one (1) month overseas experience in a developing country. At the GS-11 Program Manager Level: (1)A Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible work experience; OR A Master’s Degree (with significant study in or pertinent to the specialized field, including but not limited to international development and social sciences) with a minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience; (2) A minimum of two (2) years of recent project management experience with a USG foreign affairs agency, international assistance organization, or non-government organization, in community development, mediation/arbitration, conflict resolution, democracy and governance, international law, human rights activities, and/or political analysis; (3)A minimum of three (3) months of overseas experience in a developing country. At the GS-12 Program Manager Level: (1)A Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible work experience; OR A Master’s Degree (with significant study in or pertinent to the specialized field, including but not limited to international development and social sciences) with a minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible work experience; (2)A minimum of three (3) years of recent project management experience with a USG foreign affairs agency, international assistance organization, or non-government organization, in community development, mediation/arbitration, conflict resolution, democracy and governance, international law, human rights activities, and/or political analysis; (3)A minimum of three (3) months of overseas experience in a developing country, of which one (1) month must include experience working in one or more countries undergoing political instability. 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 (see detailed instructions under "Applying"); •Supplemental document specifically addressing how the candidate meets each of the Education/Experience requirements, AND each of the Evaluation Factors submitted; •Ability to obtain a SECRET level security clearance; •Satisfactory verification of academic credentials. EVALUATION FACTORS (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.) GS-9 EQUIVALENT Factor #1: Ability to apply sound, independent judgment in developing solutions to program management problems. Applicants are encouraged to cite relevant examples of problem-solving in their application. Factor #2: Ability to work independently under pressure, often with extremely short deadlines. Applicants are encouraged to cite relevant examples in their application. Factor #3: Ability to conduct complex analyses involving program data and information. Applicants are encouraged to provide brief examples of past work and to describe unique approaches to analyses. Factor #4: Demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and concisely. Applications (written and interviews) will be evaluated based on content as well as on the applicant’s writing, presentation, and communication skills. Factor #5: Demonstrated social and interpersonal skills illustrated by the ability to interact in a team setting, or with counterparts, on both the lowest and highest political, social, and economic levels. Factor #6: General knowledge of USG policies and regulations, including a familiarity with general terms and acronyms and resourcefulness in researching policy and regulation questions. Evaluation Factors have been assigned the following points: Factor #1 – 25 Factor #2 – 20 Factor #3 – 15 Factor #4 – 10 Factor #5 – 5 Factor #6 – 5 Total Possible - 80 Points Interview Performance – 20 points Satisfactory Professional Reference Checks – Pass/Fail (no points assigned) Total Possible Points: 100 GS-11 EQUIVALENT Factor #1: Demonstrated professional experience in the conceptualization, design, management, or evaluation of project activities relevant to political transition and/or post-conflict programs. Factor #2: Demonstrated ability to initiate, develop and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a high visibility, high-pressure environment, including crisis situations. Factor #3: Demonstrated social and interpersonal skills illustrated by the ability to interact in a team setting, or with counterparts, on both the lowest and highest political, social, and economic levels. Factor #4: Demonstrated oral and written communication and analytical skills illustrated through the research, preparation and presentation of status reports, briefing papers, and other official documents. Factor #5: Demonstrated experience in office administration (such as records management, budget and finance, personnel support, for example), contract and/or grant management with demonstrated ability to motivate, guide and manage contractors or grantees in difficult, complex circumstances. Evaluation Factors have been assigned the following points: Factor #1 – 20 Factor #2 – 15 Factor #3 – 15 Factor #4 – 15 Factor #5 – 15 Total Possible - 80 Points Interview Performance – 20 points Satisfactory Professional Reference Checks – Pass/Fail (no points assigned) Total Possible Points: 100 BASIS OF RATING: Applicants who clearly meet the Education/Experience Requirements and Selection Factors will be further evaluated based on scoring of the Evaluation Factor responses. Those applicants determined to be competitively ranked may also be evaluated on interview performance and satisfactory professional reference checks. In addition to other documents required in this solicitation, applicants are required to address each of the Minimum Qualifications and each of the Evaluation Factors in a separate document describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received that are relevant to each minimum qualification and evaluative factor. Be sure to include your name and the announcement number at the top of each additional page. Failure to completely address the Minimum Qualifications and Evaluation Factors may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards. APPLYING: Applications must be received by the closing date and time at the address specified in the cover letter. IMPORTANT NOTE: Applicants may submit for more than one position/grade level (only at the GS-9 or GS-11 levels), but must submit a separate application for each position. No applications will be accepted for the GS-12 level. Applicants must be cautious: those who submit an application for the GS-11 grade level, but do not meet the minimum qualifications as reviewed by the Technical Evaluation Panel (TEC) will not be considered for the GS-9 position unless they submitted a complete separate application for the GS-9 grade level and meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-9 position as reviewed by the TEC. On the other hand, applicants who apply for only the GS-9 position even though they might meet the minimum qualifications for the GS-11 position will not be considered for the GS-11 position unless they also apply for that position. Qualified individuals are required to submit: 1.A complete U.S. Government Optional Form 612 with hand-written signature (including OF-612 continuation sheets as needed) (downloadable forms are available on the USAID website, http://www.usaid.gov/procurement_bus_opp/procurement/forms or internet http://www.gsa.gov/Portal/gsa/ep/formslibrary.do, or www.globalcorps.com). NOTE: Submission of a resume in addition to the required forms is encouraged, but submission of a resume alone or in lieu of the OF-612 form IS NOT a complete application. All information to be evaluated must be contained in the OF-612 form and must not depend on references to your resume. Failure to provide the required information and/or materials will result in your not being considered for employment. All applicants must submit complete dates (months/years) and hours per week for all positions listed on the OF-612 or on supplemental OF-612 continuation sheets to allow for adequate evaluation of your direct and related experience. Experience that cannot be quantified will not be counted towards meeting the solicitation requirements. Dates (months/years) and locations for all field experience must also be detailed. 2.A supplemental document specifically addressing: Each of the Education/Experience requirements shown in the solicitation. Each of the five (5) (at the GS-11 level) or six (6) (at the GS-9 level) Evaluation Factors 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, 529 14th Street, NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20045 Via facsímile: (202) 403-3911 or (202) 403-3941 Via email: otiprogrammanager@globalcorps.com The most qualified candidates may be interviewed and required to provide a writing sample. OTI 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 temporary or full secret security clearance is not obtained within four months, 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/main.do 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. 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 (pending a satisfactory performance evaluation) 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. ATTACHMENT 1 ACQUISITION & ASSISTANCE POLICY DIRECTIVE (AAPD) NO. 06-10 PSC MEDICAL EXPENSE PAYMENT RESPONSIBILITY General Provision 22, MEDICAL EXPENSE PAYMENT RESPONSIBILITY (OCTOBER 2006) (a) Definitions. Terms used in this General Provision are defined in 16 FAM 116 available at http://www.foia.state.gov/REGS/fams.asp?level=2&id=59&fam=0. Note: Personal services contractors are not eligible to participate in the Federal Employees Health Programs. (b) The regulations in the Foreign Affairs Manual, Volume 16, Chapter 520 (16 FAM 520), Responsibility for Payment of Medical Expenses, apply to this contract, except as stated below. The contractor and each eligible family member are strongly encouraged to obtain health insurance that covers this assignment. Nothing in this provision supersedes or contradicts any other term or provision in this contract that pertains to insurance or medical costs, except that section (e) supplements General Provision 25. “MEDICAL EVACUATION (MEDEVAC) SERVICES.” (c) When the contractor or eligible family member is covered by health insurance, that insurance is the primary payer for medical services provided to that contractor or eligible family member(s) both in the United States and abroad. The primary insurer’s liability is determined by the terms, conditions, limitations, and exclusions of the insurance policy. When the contractor or eligible family member is not covered by health insurance, the contractor is the primary payer for the total amount of medical costs incurred and the U.S. Government has no payment obligation (see paragraph (f) of this provision). (d) USAID serves as a secondary payer for medical expenses of the contractor and eligible family members who are covered by health insurance, where the following conditions are met: (1) The illness, injury, or medical condition giving rise to the expense is incurred, caused, or materially aggravated while the eligible individual is stationed or assigned abroad; (2) The illness, injury, or medical condition giving rise to the expense required or requires hospitalization and the expense is directly related to the treatment of such illness, injury, or medical condition, including obstetrical care; and (3) The Office of Medical Services (M/MED) or a Foreign Service medical provider (FSMP) determines that the treatment is appropriate for, and directly related to, the illness, injury, or medical condition. (e) The Mission Director may, on the advice of M/MED or an FSMP at post, authorize medical travel for the contractor or an eligible family member in accordance with the General Provision 10, Travel and Transportation Expenses (July 1993), section (i) entitled “Emergency and Irregular Travel and Transportation.” In the event of a medical emergency, when time does not permit consultation, the Mission Director may issue a Travel Authorization Form or Medical Services Authorization Form DS-3067, provided that the FSMP or Post Medical Advisor (PMA) is notified as soon as possible following such an issuance. The contractor must promptly file a claim with his or her medevac insurance provider and repay to USAID any amount the medevac insurer pays for medical travel, up to the amount USAID paid under this section. The contractor must repay USAID for medical costs paid by the medevac insurer in accordance with sections (f) and (g) below. In order for medical travel to be an allowable cost under General Provision 10, the contractor must provide USAID written evidence that medevac insurance does not cover these medical travel costs. (f) If the contractor or eligible family member is not covered by primary health insurance, the contractor is the primary payer for the total amount of medical costs incurred. In the event of a medical emergency, the Medical and Health Program may authorize issuance of Form DS-3067, Authorization for Medical Services for Employees and/or Dependents, to secure admission to a hospital located abroad for the uninsured contractor or eligible family member. In that case, the contractor will be required to reimburse USAID in full for funds advanced by USAID pursuant to the issuance of the authorization. The contractor may reimburse USAID directly or USAID may offset the cost from the contractor’s invoice payments under this contract, any other contract the individual has with the U.S. Government, or through any other available debt collection mechanism. (g) When USAID pays medical expenses (e.g., pursuant to Form DS-3067, Authorization for Medical Services for Employees and/or Dependents), repayment must be made to USAID either by insurance payment or directly by the contractor, except for the amount of such expenses USAID is obligated to pay under this provision. The Contracting Officer will determine the repayment amount in accordance with the terms of this provision and the policies and procedures for employees contained in 16 FAM 521. When USAID pays the medical expenses, including medical travel costs (see section (e) above), of an individual (either the contractor or an eligible family member) who is covered by insurance, that individual promptly must claim his or her benefits under any applicable insurance policy or policies. As soon as the individual receives the insurance payment, the contractor must reimburse USAID for the full amount that USAID paid on the individual’s behalf or the repayment amount determined by the Contracting Officer in accordance with this paragraph, whichever is less. If an individual is not covered by insurance, the contractor must reimburse USAID for the entire amount of all medical expenses and any travel costs the contractor receives from his/her medevac provider. (h) In the event that the contractor or eligible family member fails to recover insurance payments or transfer the amount of such payments to USAID within 90 days, USAID will take appropriate action to collect the payments due, unless such failure is for reasons beyond the control of the USPSC/dependent. (i) Before departing post or terminating the contract, the contractor must settle all medical expense and medical travel costs. If the contractor is insured, he or she must provide proof to the Contracting Officer that those insurance claims have been submitted to the insurance carrier(s) and sign a repayment agreement to repay to USAID any amounts paid by the insurance carrier(s).
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- Address: Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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