SOURCES SOUGHT
R -- PSC - Justice Advisor, AmerEmbassy Kabul, Afghanistan
- Notice Date
- 4/7/2009
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- NAICS
- 541990
— All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- 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, District of Columbia, 20520
- ZIP Code
- 20520
- Solicitation Number
- PSC-09-036
- Archive Date
- 5/20/2009
- Point of Contact
- Larry S. Parr, Phone: 202-776-8761, Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, Fax: 202-776-8686
- E-Mail Address
-
ParrLS@state.gov, hayes-crowmp2@state.gov
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- You have received this "Personal Services Contractor (PSC)" solicitation through the Department of State (DOS) Internet site. If you have any questions regarding this PSC you may contact the DOS Official named in the cover letter of this solicitation. The number of pages contained in this electronic copy may not exactly correspond to the hard paper copy, although generally all the information is contained herein. The Department is not responsible for any data/text that may not be received when retrieving this document electronically. If the recipient does not notify the contact person that they have obtained this document then any amendments to the document may not be available to the recipients. Amendments to solicitation documents generally contain information critical to the submission of an application. PSC - Justice Advisor, AmerEmbassy NAS Kabul, Afghanistan ISSUANCE DATE: 04/07/2009 CLOSING DATE: 05/05/2009 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-09-036 (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 applications (Standard Form 171's or OF 612’s) from U.S. citizens interested in providing the PSC services described in the attached. Along with the SF-171 or OF-612, applicants shall provide a resume and three written reference letters including contact information. Applicants are also requested to provide their full mailing address (fax, telephone and/or e-mail where applicable). Submissions shall be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified. Please reference the PSC number of this solicitation when sending your application. Any questions may be directed to Larry S. Parr, Senior Advisor, INL/RM/MS, DOS, who may be reached at FAX No. (202) 776-8686 or E-Mail parrls@state.gov. All applications shall be submitted by e-mail or facsimile and, ONLY if necessary, originals may be sent via mail to Larry Parr. They must arrive on time. If sent via courier to: Larry S. Parr, INL/RM/MS, Navy Hill, SA-4 South 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. Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures that accompany their proposals. Sincerely, Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, Contracting Officer 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-09-036 (INL) 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 04/07/2009 3. CLOSING DATE: 05/05/2009 4. TIME SPECIFIED FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: midnight Eastern local time 5. POSITION TITLE: Justice Advisor 5. MARKET VALUE: $79,535 - $127,604 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: June 2009 - May 2010 (extendable up to 4 yrs) 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: American Embassy Kabul, Afghanistan 8. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below I. STATEMENT OF DUTIES 1. GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR The Justice Advisor will work with the U.S. Embassy in Afghanistan and the INL Bureau to create and implement U.S. foreign policy directives regarding the rebuilding of the justice sector in Afghanistan, focusing specifically on criminal justice and corrections. Background INL manages justice programs in Afghanistan exceeding $100 million annually. The management of a complex program of that size and importance to U.S. foreign policy goals requires someone with significant management and legal expertise to develop, monitor and troubleshoot all aspects of the program. General Program Description The INL Afghanistan Justice Advisor will provide advice and assistance to ensure the successful implementation of U.S. foreign assistance programs in Afghanistan. The justice advisor will be a member of the Embassy Special Committee on Rule of Law and will represent INL’s justice programs to senior U.S., international and Afghan officials. INL is responsible for implementing U.S. foreign assistance programs designed to complement Afghan and international efforts to reestablish Afghanistan’s justice sector. Program activities include institutional capacity building; professionalizing justice sector personnel through legal education and training initiatives; fostering coordination within the criminal justice system especially between police, prosecutors, courts and prisons; creating conditions in which Afghan Constitutional and international human rights guarantees can be upheld; and extending the formal justice system throughout the country while working with the traditional systems to increase public awareness and access to justice. To achieve these goals, the Justice Advisor must be able to effectively oversee three major contracted programs and possibly more in the future including (1) the Justice Sector Support Program (JSSP) with about 30 U.S. advisors, (2) the Corrections System Support Program (CSSP) with about 33 U.S. advisors, (3) the LL.M. program, a grant with the University of Washington School of Law to train about 20 Afghan law professors, and (4) the interagency agreement with the United States Institute of Peace to develop linkages between the formal and informal justice sectors. The Justice Advisor will also be responsible for assisting and overseeing smaller grant programs and developing new initiatives in coordination with the Embassy and INL Washington. The Justice Advisor will ensure that these programs are being effectively implemented, meet the needs and goals of the Afghan Government, are coordinated with the international community and NATO forces, and are briefed to senior U.S. Embassy and visiting officials. The Justice Advisor will also ensure that INL Washington receives timely information and reporting to ensure that senior Department, Interagency and Budget briefings are fully informed of developments on the ground. The Justice Advisor will work with in-country and Washington-based contract officer-designates in addition to working with the program office in Washington, DC. However, the Justice Advisor’s direct chain of command is through the U.S. Embassy Narcotics Affairs Section (NAS). Level of Effort •The level of effort required in Afghanistan over the period of this one-year contract is 100 percent. •The position is full-time, with a minimum of 40 hours per week. Operational Relationship •The Justice Advisor will be under the leadership and direction of the Embassy NAS Director and Deputy Director, reporting through the Embassy Justice Program Manager. • The Justice Advisor will receive assignments from and work under the guidance of the Embassy Justice Program Manager. Travel •Frequent travel is required to the areas within Afghanistan to coordinate and assist with the successful implementation of the programs cited above. Position Elements The Justice Advisor will work with the Embassy Justice Program Manager on all substantive and bureaucratic tasks in INL’s justice and corrections programs, including: •Monitoring, coordinating, and guiding all INL contractor activities to ensure foreign assistance priorities set by the Embassy are being fulfilled. •Developing and maintaining contact with members of the international community, non-governmental organizations, Afghan justice officials, the United Nations, and NATO. •Monitoring and expressing professional opinions on the quality and scope of INL justice programs, including evaluating programs for compatibility with U.S. and Afghan law. •Providing legal counsel and advice to INL and Embassy Front Office upon request. •Representing U.S. interests in bilateral and multilateral projects such as the National Legal Training Center and the provincial justice coordination mechanism. •Designing, developing, and writing contract proposals, bilateral letters of agreement, and budget plans. •Drafting reports and cables detailing pertinent activities in the justice sector. •Serving as control officer for visiting U.S. officials, including preparing written schedules of events for the visiting officials and coordinating all activities and required support with proper personnel. •Serving as note taker for senior embassy officials and visiting U.S. officials during meetings and drafting reporting cables describing the substance of those meetings. II. Minimum Requirements •U.S. citizenship. •J.D. from accredited law school. •At least 10 years of legal experience. •Excellent and demonstrated writing skills. •Superior negotiation, interpersonal, and managerial skills. •Experience in planning, strategizing, implementing, and reporting on projects. •Ability to qualify for security clearance at the secret level. •Proven ability to work well with others. •Proficient at basic office computer programs. III. Preferred Knowledge and Skills •Experience in post-conflict nations. •Knowledge of sharia law and the civil law system. •Overseas experience working with international organizations in implementing rule of law projects. •Experience prosecuting international criminal cases. •Experience in domestic and international criminal legal systems. •Experience working at a U.S. Embassy or at the U.S. Department of State. •Understanding of U.S. foreign policy and interagency process. IV. Special Instructions The successful candidate will have the skills, experience, and ability to: •Assist in recommending and implementing U.S. foreign policy objectives. •Collect and report information relevant to the Afghanistan Justice program and overall Afghanistan law enforcement development. •Work effectively under pressure, within short time constraints, and during times of rapidly developing events. 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. VII. 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).(I think this has changed for Kabul since the advisor would have housing) (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). TECHNICAL EVALUATION Justice Advisor 1.Meets Minimum Qualifications: YES_______ NO_______ • U.S. citizenship able to qualify for security clearance at the Secretlevel. •J.D. from accredited law school. •At least 10 years of legal experience. •Excellent and demonstrated writing skills. •Superior negotiation, interpersonal, and managerial skills. •Experience in planning, strategizing, implementing, and reporting on projects. •Proven ability to work well with others. •Proficient at basic office computer programs. 2.Possesses Preferred Qualification: YES_______ NO*_______ •Experience in post-conflict nations. •Knowledge of sharia law and the civil law system. •Overseas experience working with international organizations in implementing rule of law projects. •Experience prosecuting international criminal cases. •Experience in domestic and international criminal legal systems. •Experience working at a U.S. Embassy or at the U.S. Department of State. •Understanding of U.S. foreign policy and interagency process.. 3.Evaluation Criteria: Special Instructions The successful candidate will have the skills, experience, and ability to: •Assist in recommending and implementing U.S. foreign policy objectives. •Collect and report information relevant to the Afghanistan Justice program and overall Afghanistan law enforcement development. •Work effectively under pressure, within short time constraints, and during times of rapidly developing events. Factor 1. •Demonstrable knowledge of U.S. foreign policy regarding the continued development of justice reform and capacity-building, and demonstrated experience managing large U.S. assistance programs. (40 points) Factor 2. •Demonstrated ability to work effectively with host-nation counterparts, departments and ministries to further U.S. program goals and objectives and communicate those issues in a timely and concise manner. (25 points) Factor 3. •Demonstrated familiarity with international organizations involved in justice program components in missions around the world, and demonstrated understanding of the requirements for coordinating U.S. programs with them. (35 points)
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