SOLICITATION NOTICE
70 -- Multimedia Blogger/Research Assistant
- Notice Date
- 4/18/2013
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 541910
— Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling
- Contracting Office
- Broadcasting Board of Governors, Director, Office of Contracts, Office of Contracts (CON), 330 C Street, SW, Room 4300, Washington, District of Columbia, 20237, United States
- ZIP Code
- 20237
- Solicitation Number
- BBG50-R-13-00035
- Archive Date
- 5/17/2013
- Point of Contact
- Diane Sturgis, Phone: 202-382-7849
- E-Mail Address
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dsturgis@bbg.gov
(dsturgis@bbg.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Total Small Business
- Description
- The U.S. Broadcasting Board of Governors, (BBG), International Broadcasting Bureau (IBB), pursuant to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 12.6 intends to issue a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items in accordance with format of Subpart 12.6 as supplemented with additional information in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation and proposals are being requested in accordance with below Statement of Objectives. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code is 541910. This Solicitation Number BBG50-R-13-00035 is issued as a request for proposal (RFP) that will result in a single award of a Firm Fixed Price contract term of up to three years consisting a of Base Period with (2) two 12 month options using FAR Part 15 (Contract by Negotiation) procedures to provide for a Multimedia Blogger/Research Assistant. BBG is a multimedia blogger with skills in multi-media production, market and product research in digital development and design. The government reserves the right to make an award on the initial proposal without discussions of this procurement. Statement of Work - Multimedia Blogger/Research Assistant, I. Introduction This statement of work is for a Multimedia Blogger /Research Assistant for the Office of Digital & Design Innovation (ODDI), under the Broadcasting Board of Governors. The Office of Digital and Design Innovation plays a key role in the development and implementation of innovative projects, programs, and services across U.S. international media. It focuses on expanding the use of the best core technology platforms, as well as assisting entities in executing global digital and brand strategies, but also builds out the next generation of digital products that present our content in an increasingly complex media landscape II. Requirements: Contractor should have the following experience: 4-5 years of experience in multi-media production, including blogging, video and audio Experience in interactive products Experience in social media content creation, management and marketing Knowledge of what JavaScript, CSS and HTML5 can do Experience writing for audio/video, mobile, social media, gaming, and websites Understanding of SEO and content modification Understand the basics of all phases of market & product research/development/design Experience in qualitative and quantitative research methods, including any of the following: ethnographic field research, text analysis, statistics, regression analyses, data analysis. III. Major Duties /Requirements: Contribute to the BBG Innovation Blogs •· Update and assist in the maintenance of both the external Innovation@BBG blog (www.innovation-series.com) and internal staff innovation blog. •· Research and create multimedia blog posts regarding the formation, implementation and outcomes of innovative digital media work of US international media (Voice of America, Radio Free Europe, Radio Free Asia, Office of Cuban Broadcasting and Middle Eastern Broadcasting Network) and of ODDI. •· Communicate cutting-edge ideas regarding digital media to both traditional and digital media-savvy audiences. •· Produce multi-media presentations: including shooting & editing video, capturing & processing audio, and basic front-end web-based presentation tools. Assist in distributing this content via the innovation blogs, social media, YouTube, as well as help prepare for presentations at conferences and industry meetings. •· As assigned, assist staff in writing, researching, proofing and editing projects supporting ODDI programs and strategic priorities. Support ODDI initiatives with testing, research and analysis tasks •· Assist in planning, scheduling, conducting, and analysis of research projects, tests, and events •· Observe, document, and analyze use cases of web, mobile, social media, and a/v products. •· Research the latest technologies and techniques to analyze and track desktop, mobile, and tablet usage and performance. •· Track and document emerging trends on the digital landscape. •· Perform internet research on competitor websites, social media platforms, multimedia sharing sites, and other topics as assigned. Provide summary of findings. •· Perform basic analysis and summarize findings as assigned. IV. Deliverables Deliverable multimedia products shall meet the standards, terms and conditions set forth in the Statement of Work and in individual work assignment specifications. The contractor shall provide bi-monthly invoice listing full cost breakdowns to include work completed. Invoices shall be submitted within 3 business days of the close date. The Government will have the right to require correction of any deficiencies found in the Deliverable that are contrary to the information contained in the mutually agreed upon assignment specification. Deliverables shall include all graphics and individual elements of the completed product, including source code, and layered files. In the event of rejection of any Deliverable, the contractor will be notified in writing of the specific reasons the Deliverable is being rejected. The contractor shall have an opportunity to correct the rejected Deliverable at the discretion of the ONM Information Architect, or designee, depending on the timeliness and/or urgency of the news topic being prepared. The contractor's accepted Deliverable schedule shall apply for all Deliverables unless changed by the contracting officer. V. Acceptance The Studio Head, Innovation Project Manager, or designated representative, and Contractor will review all deliverables jointly. Final acceptance of the deliverables will be according to the terms contained in the deliverable document description within this document. Liaison ODDI Studio Head: Steven Fuchs Room 3600 - Cohen Building 202-382-7278 Point of Delivery Deliverables will be delivered to ODDI electronically, with mailing address located at 330 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC, 20237. Deadlines will be determined based on timeliness and urgency of news, and will be discussed separately with each assignment. VI. Knowledge Required Contractor must have a working knowledge and demonstrated expertise with software necessary for the production of interactive web features, such as but not limited to Adobe Creative Suite, iMove, and Final Cut Pro. Contractor will be expected to fill and maintain templates, but not create them. Contractor must adhere to established journalistic and copyright standards. Contractor must have at least a basic working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including simple formulas and sort functions. VII. Supervisory Controls Contractors shall submit completed deliverables to the Studio Head, ODDI, or designated representative. The Studio Head or designee provides editorial guidance and general, administrative direction with assignments in terms of broadly defined missions or functions. The contractor's work should adhere as closely as possible to the Graphic Standards and Styles of ODDI. Within the broad area of direction the contractor shall perform the work independently, having full responsibility for planning, organizing, and completing assignments within required deadlines. The contractor shall be responsible for the results of the work performed, which is reviewed in terms of the overall project goals, and their implications for sustaining ODDI's mission. Results of the work are considered technically and journalistically correct and are normally accepted without significant change. The contractor's recommendations for new projects and changes to objectives may be evaluated for such considerations as availability of resources, broad goals, or priorities. VII. Period of Performance The proposed period of performance for request of service is a base year with two 12 month options IX. Place of Performance Cohen Building, 330 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC. IIX. Evaluation Selection of the Contractor(s) will be made based on the following, Technical Capabilities, Experience, Past Performance and Pricing. Contractor shall provide the resume(s) for all individuals who will be assigned to BBG for the Deliverables. Technical Capabilities, Experience and Past Performance will be weighted in evaluating responses. Criteria elements will have equal weight. Contract Clauses 52.252-2 -- Clauses Incorporated by Reference (February 1998) This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this address: https://www.acquisition.gov/Far/ or http://www.ed.gov/policy/fund/reg/clibrary/edar.html 52.212-1 -- Instructions to Offerors -- Commercial Items (February 2012), by reference 52.212-2 -- Evaluation -- Commercial Items (January 1999 52.212-3-- Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (February 2012) <h4 style="MARGIN-TOP: 0in; tab-stops:.5in 1.0in 1.5in 2.0in 2.5in 3.0in 3.5in 4.0in 4.5in 5.0in 5.5in 6.0in right 6.5in"> 52.212-4 -- Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items (February 2012), 52.212-5 -- Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders -- Commercial Items (February 2012) 52.217-9 - -Option to Extend the Term of the Contract (March 2000) 52.232-18 - Availability of Funds (Apr 1984) 52.232-19- Availability of Funds for Next Fiscal Year (Apr 1984) Questions must be submitted in writing to the Contract Specialist at the email address or facsimile number provided at the end of this notice. Please note that the deadline for submission of questions by 02:00 p.m., Eastern Time on 26 April 2013. Questions must be submitted in writing by email to: dsturgis@bbg.gov. Quotes shall be submitted as an original and two copies must be sent via courier or overnight delivery prior to the deadline. (No electronic submissions will be accepted). Quotes should be addressed to ATTN: Diane Sturgis, Broadcasting Board of Governors, International Broadcasting Bureau, Office of Contracts, 330 C Street, SW, Room 4007, Washington, DC 20237 by 2:00 p.m., Eastern Time on 02 May 2013. The point of contact for this requirement is Diane Sturgis, Contract Specialist who can be reached via email at dsturgis@bbg.gov. All responsible sources may submit an offer that will be considered by the Agency. *NOTE* Please submit technical proposal and price proposal separately. Proposal should also be submitted via digital disk.
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- Place of Performance
- Address: 330 C Street SW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20237, United States
- Zip Code: 20237
- Zip Code: 20237
- Record
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