SOURCES SOUGHT
R -- PSC - Construction Engineering Technician/GTM, Haiti - OF-612 Application Form
- Notice Date
- 11/6/2012
- 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, United States
- ZIP Code
- 20520
- Solicitation Number
- PSC-12-080-INL
- Archive Date
- 12/17/2012
- Point of Contact
- Larry S. Parr, Fax: 202-776-8775
- E-Mail Address
-
ParrLS@state.gov
(ParrLS@state.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- OF-612 Application Form 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 this solicitation. The Department is not responsible for any data and/or text not received when retrieving this document electronically. Amendments to solicitation documents generally contain information critical to the submission of an application. PSC - Construction Engineering Technician/GTM, Port-au-Prince, Haiti Issuance Date: 11/06/2012 Closing Date: 12/02/2012 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-12-080-INL SUBJECT A solicitation for a Personal Services Contractor (PSC), Department of State (DOS), Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) The United States Government (USG), represented by the DOS, seeks applications from US citizens interested in providing PSC services as described in this solicitation. HOW TO APPLY Offeror's proposals shall be in accordance with the requirements stated in this solicitation at the place and time specified. A proposal will be determined non-responsive and ineligible for consideration unless all required documents and information are included in the submission. Offerors shall ensure their resume demonstrates their possession of the minimum qualifications outlined in this Solicitation, as well as their ability to fulfill all required duties. Proposals must include the following: 1) Form OF-612 (Completed and signed) 2) Resume 3) Three LETTERS OF REFERENCE, including contact information 4) Reference the Solicitation Number, on all documents 5) Full Mailing Address and Phone Number Submit all proposals via e-mail or facsimile to the attention of: INL/Larry Parr Email: parrls@state.gov Fax: 202-776-8761 Direct questions regarding this solicitation to: INL/Larry Parr Email: Parrls@state.gov INL will not accept late proposals unless it can be determined DOS mishandled the proposal. 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-12-080-INL 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 11/06/2012 3. CLOSING DATE: 12/02/2012 4. TIME SPECIFIED FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 12 midnight, EST 5. POSITION TITLE: Construction Engineering Technician/Government Technical Monitor 6. MARKET VALUE: $53,003 - $96,061 (FS-03 to FS-04 Equivalent) 7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: One year from date of award and four option years 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Port-au-Prince, Haiti 8. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below STATEMENT OF DUTIES GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR A. BACKGROUND. The Government Technical Monitor (Construction Engineering Technician) will be supporting the mission of the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) in the oversight of approximately $200 million in assistance in Haiti. The Contract Officer (CO) designates government technical monitors (GTM) to serve as the "eyes and ears" of the CO at specific sites of contractor performance. The designated Contract Officer Representative (COR) carries out duties on behalf of the CO but reports to the INL Director at Post. The GTM is delegated authority by the CO to assist the COR. All personnel deployed on INL missions are assigned to and report operationally and administratively to the INL Director at post. The programs at post are supported by INL Headquarters in Washington, DC, including the program office and resource management offices, including the Contract Administrative Support Division. Of note, INL Program Offices support respective field operations in various regions of the globe in terms of program policy, budget formulation, strategic guidance and monitoring and evaluation. Within INL's Office of Resource Management (INL/RM), the Contract Administration Support Division (INL/RM/CAS), maintains liaison and coordination with contract oversight personnel by providing guidance on contract administrative policies, procedures, training and other support. CAS functions are carried out in strict coordination with the Acquisitions and Grants Support division (INL/RM/AGS.) B. STATEMENT OF WORK Major Duties and Responsibilities Construction engineering technologists perform some or all of the following duties: 1. Develop engineering designs and drawings from preliminary concepts and sketches. 2. Prepare construction specifications, cost and material estimates, project schedules and reports. 3. Conduct or supervise inspection and testing of construction materials. 4. May supervise, monitor and inspect construction projects. 5. Assist in developing engineering specifications and drawings. 6. Participate in field surveys, inspections or technical investigations of topography, soils, drainage and water supply systems, road and highway systems, buildings and structures to provide data for engineering projects 7. Perform other technical functions in support of civil engineering activities. 8. Reviews and documents performance in relation to original contract award amount and completion time, ensuring appropriate approvals. Monitors, prepares progress reports and updates plans and schedules. Reviews, monitors and reports the status of multiple contractor projects to ensure the results achieve the bureau's goals. 9. Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations. 10. Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods. 11. Monitor the contractor's requisition of supplies and materials to complete construction projects. 12. Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports. 13. Monitor quality control programs. 14. Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems. 15. Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out. 16. Evaluate construction methods and determine cost-effectiveness of plans, using computers. 17. Receives, reviews, and provides suggested changes to various design documents and construction plans. Design review shall include Civil, Seismic, Structural, Architectural, Electrical, Plumbing and Mechanical elements evaluations. 18. Reviews contractor performance and deviations from the contract requirements through surveillance techniques, including direct observation at the contractor's work site. Controls over Position: The COR carries out duties on behalf of the CO but reports to the INL Director at Post. The GTM is delegated authority by the CO to assist the COR. The GTM's actions, decisions and recommendations are reviewed (by the COR) on the basis of demonstrated professional judgment, results achieved and conformance with appropriate laws and regulations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT Must be able to pass Department of State physical requirements. The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. C. POSITION ELEMENTS The COR carries out duties on behalf of the CO but reports to the INL Director at Post. The GTM is delegated authority by the CO to assist the COR. The GTM's actions, decisions and recommendations are reviewed (by the COR) on the basis of demonstrated professional judgment, results achieved and conformance with appropriate laws and regulations. D. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. U.S. citizen, applicant must be able to qualify for a State Department Secret security clearance. 2. An Associate's Degree in civil or construction engineering technology, science, construction management or engineering. Bachelor's degree is preferred but not required. SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: A Bachelor's degree in a construction-related discipline may be substituted for two years of specialized experience or a master's degree in a construction-related discipline may be substituted for four years experience toward satisfying the ten-year minimum requirement for specialized experience. A. A total of ten (10) year's professional work experience, of which: 1) Two years shall have included monitoring projects of similar scale, scope and complexity. 2) One year shall be equivalent to the GS-12 level in the federal service. 3) Overall, experience should demonstrate to the maximum extent possible: i. At least four years experience in senior project management roles that involve strategic planning, project management using critical path methodology, resource management, quality control processes, and budgeting. ii. At least four years experience with Facility Management and/or maintain a FMA - Facility Management Administrator designation through the Building Owners and Managers Institute (BOMI). iii. Significant experience in modular design and construction, general design and construction or permanent infrastructure design/build projects. iv. Significant experience in cost estimating. Technical maintenance skills, which includes knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, operation and maintenance v. Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions. B. Training or experience in contract administration principles, policies, regulations and procedures. C. Superior administrative and management skills. For example: 1) Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. 2) Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. 3) Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. 4) Coordination -- Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. 5) Judgment and Decision Making -- Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. 6) Negotiation -- Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences. D. Superior communication and interpersonal skills. For example: 1) Superior writing. Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. 2) The ability to communicate information and ideas orally so others will understand. 3) The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. 4) Active Listening -- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. 5) Writing -- Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. Specialized experience requirements will be judged based on the past performance of activities such as: 1. Reviewing, interpreting, and checking construction drawings, architectural plans, engineering drawings, and other specifications to ensure compliance, recognize errors, ambiguities, or omissions and provide corrective recommendations. 2. Inspecting construction techniques, procedures, standards, and materials to ensure construction is performed in accordance with applicable plans and specifications. 3. Applying quality control and quality assurance practices and procedures to construction projects, and applying test procedures and equipment. 4. Applying safety practices and procedures to construction projects. 5. Developing and applying construction scheduling techniques, monitoring project progress, identifying causes for delays, and developing and taking corrective action. 6. Managing financial elements of a construction project, such as monitoring construction project costs, reviewing and certifying contractor requests for progress payments, forecasting total construction costs, and managing budgets. 7. Analyzing and negotiating pending contract change orders, potential or actual claims, and acceptable cost and time settlements. 8. Applying computer software to construction project management and fiscal control. 9. Recognizing impending problems, developing options for action, and recommending solutions. 10. Preparing and delivering presentations and reports on project status and recommendations. 11. Demonstrating effective verbal and written communications skills with technical and non-technical personnel. 12. Displaying effective leadership, team building and consensus building skills with colleagues, supervisors, and subordinates. E. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - That Are Desirable But Not Required Design experience on construction projects. 1. Fluency in French and/or Haitian Creole. 2. Experience with vertical construction projects outside the United States. 3. Demonstrated working knowledge of related engineering fields other than applicant's field of specialty. F. EVALUATION CRITERIA Factor 1 Federal construction management experience - 30% Factor 2 Foreign construction management experience - 30% Factor 3 Overseas employment experience - 25% Factor 4 Educational/technical qualifications - 15% F. COMPENSATION For award, INL will negotiate for this contract based on the following: • Entry-level salary is at Step 1 of the grade range assigned to solicitation • Consideration given for experience relevant specifically to the solicitation requirements • Level and extent of experience dictates the salary level within the grade range G. ETHICS REQUIREMENTS This solicitation may result in the award of one or more personal services contracts as defined in FAR 2.101. Prior to contract award, all offerors or quoters must advise the congnizant Contracting Officer if they have personal conflict or interest, such as a financial convlict, that would prevent them from either meeting the requirements of the clause entitled, "Post-Award Ethical Responsibilities of Personal Services Contractors", or otherwise objectively performing their contractual duties upon contract award. "Post-Award Ethical Responsibilities of Personal Services Contractor" - This is a personal services contract as defined in FAR2.101. The contractor shall be subject to the same ethical requirements and responsibilities as a member of the Civil Service or Foreign Service, including but not limited to the Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch, 5CFR part 2635 and employee Responsibiliies Abroad, 3 FAM 4120. The contractor is required to complete and file the appropriate financial disclosure form, either form OGE-450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, or form OGE 278, Public Financial Disclosure Report, with the Department of State Ethics Office (L/Ethics) within thirty (30) days of the contract award if the position is one designated for filing. H. BENEFITS & ALLOWANCES AS A MATTER OF POLICY, INL NORMALLY AUTHORIZES THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES BENEFITS • Employee's FICA Contribution • Contribution toward Health and Life Insurance • Pay Comparability Adjustment • Annual Increase • Eligibility for Worker's Compensation • Annual & Sick Leave • 401K Plan ALLOWANCES • Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance • Living Quarters Allowance • Post Allowance • Supplemental Post Allowance • Separate Maintenance Allowance • Education Allowance • Education Travel • Post Differential • Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure • Danger Pay
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- Place of Performance
- Address: AmerEmbassy Por-au-Prince, Haiti
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