SOURCES SOUGHT
R -- PSC Aircraft Safety Inspector (Manufacturing), Perkasie, PA
- Notice Date
- 9/14/2011
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- NAICS
- 541990
— All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Contracting Office
- U.S. 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-11-055-INL
- Archive Date
- 10/31/2011
- Point of Contact
- Victoria V. Stewart, Phone: 321-783-9860 x33478
- E-Mail Address
-
stewartvv@state.gov
(stewartvv@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-Aircraft Safety Inspector (Manufacturing), Perkasie, PA ISSUANCE DATE: 09/14/2011 CLOSING DATE: 10/16/2011 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-11-055-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 (OF 612's) from U.S. citizens interested in providing the PSC services described in the attached. Submissions shall be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified. Any questions may be directed to Vicki Stewart, Administrative Officer, INL/A/ADM, Office of Aviation, INL, DOS, who may be reached at E-Mail stewartvv@state.gov. How to apply: Please send your resume, an OF 612 application form (which can be found on the USAJobs website under Info Center, Supplemental Forms), and three letters of recommendation in order to qualify. All applications shall be sent via email to: INLFL-Resumes@state.gov or faxed to (321) 784-3929. As a last resort you may send your applications/resumes via DHL or Federal Express. Applications sent via the US MAIL may NOT be received in time. Vicki Stewart, INL/A/ADM (321) 783-9860 x33478 Department of State 1038 S. Patrick Drive, Hangar 985 Patrick AFB, Florida 32925 If sent by fax or email, an original is not required. Late applications shall not be accepted, unless there was a mishandling once received in Department of State. Remember, an OF 612, a resume, and three letters of recommendation must be in your packet when applying to include 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 which accompany their proposals. Please reference the number of this solicitation when sending your application. Sincerely, Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, Contracting Officer 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-11-055 -INL 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 09/14/2011 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED: 10/16/2011 4. FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 12:00 midnight Eastern local time 5. POSITION TITLE: Aircraft Safety Inspector (Manufacturing) 6. MARKET VALUE: GS-13 $81,823 - $106,369 7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: One year from the date of award 8. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Perkasie, PA 9. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below A. STATEMENT OF DUTIES GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR BACKGROUD: This position is located in the Department of State, Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Office of Aviation (INL/A), Patrick Air Force Base, Florida with duty station in Perkasie, Pennsylvania. It provides aircraft quality assurance and safety oversight for the remanufacturing, modifications, and overhauls of the S-61/H3 rotary wing aircraft at the Sikorsky / Carson Helicopter facility in Perkasie, Pennsylvania and act as the on-site technical representative of the INL/A Maintenance Manager. The incumbent will participate on Government Acceptance Test Flights (ATF) and could be tasked to provide technical support, worldwide in support of the Department of State Rotary Wing Maintenance Program. The incumbent performs duties in accordance with INL/A Maintenance Directives, the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and applicable technical manuals. PURPOSE: The purpose of this personal services contract position is to provide aircraft quality assurance and safety oversight for the re-manufacture of INL/A rotary wing aircraft and act as the on-site representative of the INL/A Maintenance Manager. Additionally the incumbent will perform initial, in progress and final government acceptance inspections and could be tasked to provide inspections worldwide in support of the Department of State International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Office of Aviation programs. The incumbent performs duties in accordance with INL/A Maintenance Directives, the Federal Acquisition Regulations, and applicable technical manuals and Army Regulation 95-20. SUPERVISOR CONTROLS. The incumbent works under the direct supervision of the INL/A Maintenance Manager. The Maintenance Manager provides general direction in terms of broadly defined aviation policy/mission/functions, and contractual procedures. The incumbent exercises latitude for independent action, initiating projects and executing approved new programs under general supervision. Completed work is to be correct and results will be reviewed for timeliness and effectiveness. This is a field position, and the incumbent will perform oversight duties at contractor location. 2. STATEMENT OF WORK Apply specialized and professional knowledge, within a frequently time-sensitive and time critical environment, in the analysis of manufacturing and conformance issues. Due to the nature, critical needs, and interaction of all facets of the INL Aviation Program, the job requires comprehensive oversight of production schedule adherence. Assures that the contractor maintains an effective Quality Assurance Program. Performs audits on the contractor's processes to determine conformance to approved standards. Develops Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) that incorporates risk mitigation based on pre-defined inspections and/or audits. Acts as the Department of State representative on Material Review Boards. Knowledge of complex products including pertinent quality characteristics, manufacturing methods and techniques, special processes, inter-relationships of functional parts or subassemblies, and measurement/testing techniques. Reviews and evaluates discrepancies to determine if within contract scope. If not, annotates repairs as Over and Above (O&A) after resource allocation determination. Unresolved cases will be forwarded to the INL/A Maintenance Manager with recommendations in accordance with applicable regulations. Reviews and makes suggestions to the Maintenance Manager for his approval on changes to contractor engineering diagrams after coordination with the INL/A Maintenance Manager. Knowledge of functional policies, principles, mission objectives, and administrative guidelines, such as the Federal Acquisition regulation and supplements, agency and organizational regulations/procedures, to provide technical advice and assessment of operational effectiveness that facilitate continuous process improvement. Issues, tracks, and evaluates supplier responses, Participates in Configuration Control Boards and provides recommendations to the INL/A Maintenance Manager Performs Government acceptance (DD Form 250) of aircraft, components, and deliverables as specified in the aircraft re-manufacturing contract. Coordinates evaluations and inspections by outside agencies such as the Federal Aviation Administration, General Services Administration, Office of the Inspector General and the General Accounting Office. Resolves issues resulting from audit and inspection activities for the Office of Aviation. Evaluates processes and makes recommendations for effective organizational changes. Ensure Contractor compliance with AR 95-20 and execute the duties of the Government Flight Representative in accordance with the Ground and Flight Risk Clause as applicable. Prepare periodic contractor performance/quality reports for the Maintenance Manager. Perform flight duties as Pilot-in-Command when needed 3. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Must be U.S. Citizen subject to Department of State Secret level security clearance Knowledge of International Standards for Organization (ISO) 9000:2000 processes for total quality management and quality assurance. Knowledge of U.S. FAA Regulations, including FAR Parts 1,61,67,91, 133, 135,137,141,143, and NTSB 830. Experience as a test pilot and test flight evaluator Ability to analyze schematics, interpret technical drawings and technical manuals. Knowledge of quality assurance/control methods, principles, and practices, including statistical analysis and sampling techniques Skill in interpreting and applying product specifications, technical data, regulations, policy statements, and other guideline materials. Certification as a FAA Commercial Pilot with Rotorcraft, Helicopter with Instrument rating is desirable Possess a current FAA second class medical Skill in conducting studies and investigations, problem analysis, and developing logical and documented recommendations. Skill in written and oral communications. Skill in establishing effective interpersonal relationships. 4. COMPLEXITY Incumbent applies a wide range or quality assurance principles and techniques to plan and oversee assigned government quality assurance activities. Work requires the incumbent to be highly versatile and innovative in decision making, problem identification and solving, and demonstrate leadership from varied functional disciplines when dealing with contractor and contracting office personnel. Incumbent has the responsibility of ensuring adequate Quality Assurance coverage and determining its effectiveness on contractor manufacturing operations. Decisions regarding what needs to be accomplished involve review and analysis of contracts, risk assessment, contractor processes and changing technical requirements. A wide-geographic dispersion and difficulty in determining the scope of specific situations often complicate these duties. When resolving problems, the work requires the projection of conditions and consequences not readily apparent or sufficiently quantifiable. 5. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is both physical and sedentary in nature and involves activity at both the manufacturing facility and field locations. May require some physical exertion and dexterity. 6. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work is primarily conducted in a manufacturing facility, office or aircraft hangar with travel for meetings, conferences, technical reviews, and field inspections/flight evaluations. The incumbent may be required to perform duties at other program sites. The possibility exists of being exposed to toxic chemicals/materials (either known or unknown) when observing the process and production. 7. EVALUATION CRITERIA Factor 1. (Contract Oversight). Offeror's ability to: a. Apply specialized and professional knowledge, within a frequently time-sensitive and time critical environment, in the analysis of manufacturing and conformance issues. b. Perform oversight and evaluation of contractor, to include ensuring compliance with INL/A policies/procedures/directives. Ensure Contractor compliance with AR 95-20 and execute the duties of the Government Flight Representative in accordance with the Ground and Flight Risk Clause as applicable. Factor 2. (Direct and Coordinate Actions). Offeror's ability to a. Coordinates evaluations and inspections by outside agencies such as the Federal Aviation Administration, General Services Administration, Office of the Inspector General and the General Accounting Office. Factor 3. (Provide Direction and Planning). Offeror's ability to: a. Assures that the contractor maintains an effective Quality Assurance Program. Performs audits on the contractor's processes to determine conformance to approved standards. Develops Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) that incorporates risk mitigation based on pre-defined inspections and/or audits. b. Issues, tracks, and evaluates supplier responses. Participates in Configuration Control Boards and provides recommendations to the INL/A Maintenance Manager Factor 4. (Experience/Past Performance). Offeror's previous experience and quality of performance. (Evaluator may use all evaluation information available at the time of the evaluation, whether provided by the applicant or obtained from references). AS A MATTER OF POLICY, A PSC IS NORMALLY AUTHORIZED THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS (except for U.S. Resident Hires): 1. BENEFITS (A). Employee's FICA Contribution (B). Reimbursement toward Health & Life Insurance (C). Pay Comparability Adjustment (D). Annual Increase (E). Eligibility for Worker's Compensation (F). Annual & Sick Leave 2. ALLOWANCES (if applicable). * (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). (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 US PSCs 98-19: Home Leave under US PSCs 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)
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