SOLICITATION NOTICE
R -- Political Economy Consulting Services for Design of Nepal Threshold Program - MCC-13-RFQ-0083
- Notice Date
- 5/1/2013
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 541611
— Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Contracting Office
- Millennium Challenge Corporation, MCC, Washington DC, 875 Fifteenth Street, N.W., Washington, District of Columbia, 20005
- ZIP Code
- 20005
- Solicitation Number
- MCC-13-RFQ-0083
- Archive Date
- 5/31/2013
- Point of Contact
- Jennifer M. Crouse,
- E-Mail Address
-
mccconsultants@mcc.gov
(mccconsultants@mcc.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- Statement of Work MCC Biodata Form Form DS-4086A Form DS-4086 Addendum to FAR 52.212-4 Description 1.This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The solicitation number is MCC-13-RFQ-0071 and is issued as a Request for Quotations (RFQ). This solicitation document incorporates all mandatory commercial item provisions and clauses that are in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-61, Effective October 15, 2012. 2.The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 541611 and the small business size standard is $14.0 million. 3.FAR Clauses 52.212-1 through 52.212-5 apply to this procurement. The exact text and wording of clauses and provisions may be obtained from the Internet at http://acquisition.gov/far/index.html. The Government contemplates the award of a Time and Materials Order resulting from this solicitation. NOTE: An Addendum to FAR clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, (Alt I) is attached. 4.The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) is a U.S. Government corporation whose mission is to provide assistance that will support economic growth and poverty reduction in carefully selected countries that demonstrate a commitment to just and democratic governance economic freedom, and investments in their citizenry. For more information on the MCC, please visit www.mcc.gov. 5.THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS FOR AN INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT AND IS NOT FOR INDIVIDUALS SEEKING EMPLOYMENT DIRECT WITH MCC. PLEASE VISIT: http://www.irs.gov/business/small/index.html FOR INFORMATION REGARDING INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS. Note: MCC will assist the consultant in coordinating with an Independent Contractor Engagement Services Provider for payroll, travel, international travel insurance, etc., therefore, a DUNS number and registration in System for Award Management (SAMS) is not required. 6.Description of Services: MCC seeks the immediate services of a political economy consultant to work in partnership with MCC, the Government of Nepal (GON), and other stakeholders, to develop a coherent program design for an MCC Threshold Program investment for Nepal. 7.This combined synopsis and solicitation notice is a request for competitive quotations. Therefore, all quotations received prior to the RFQ close date will be considered. 8.The Government will award an order to the responsible independent consultant(s) whose quote conforming to this notice represents the best value in terms of technical criteria, past performance and price. All non-price factors (technical criteria and past performance) are more important than price. If options are included, quotes will be evaluated by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. Evaluation of options shall not obligate the Government to exercise the options(s). 9.Evaluation Factors: Only quotes which meet the mandatory technical evaluation criteria will be considered. TECHNICAL EVALUATION CRITERIA QUALIFICATIONS a)Expertise in contemporary history and politics of Nepal (MANDATORY). Field experience in Nepal a plus. b)Demonstrated understanding of political economy analysis, especially as it relates to policy reform in developing countries (MANDATORY). c)A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in designing and/or implementing successful governance reform programs in developing countries (MANDTAORY). Strong preference is for candidates who have led analytical assessment studies or missions in developing countries or who have served as an in-country implementer of a governance reform program. d)Prior experience assessing policy and institutional gaps and weaknesses in one, or ideally several, of the following areas: government effectiveness and budget execution, reform of public sector institutions, labor relations, and the delivery of public goods and services (for example, electricity, tourism and transportation infrastructure). (MANDATORY) e) Experience engaging with foreign governments in the design and/or implementation of assistance programs. (MANDATORY) f)Advanced degree from an accredited institution in a related field, including economics, political science, or the social sciences. M.A.-level or equivalent (MANDATORY). Ph.D. a plus. g)Fluency in English (MANDATORY). Other Requirements: International travel may be required. The Consultant may be requested to mobilize on a short notice. The Consultant should have a willingness to travel to Nepal and to Washington, D.C. when required. The Consultant must be able to successfully complete a public trust background investigation conducted by MCC. PAST PERFORMANCE Three (3) professional references for relevant work performed during the past three years. PRICE The Government will examine the proposed rate for reasonableness. 10.Evaluation Methodology: The Government will perform a comparative analysis of quotes and will assess the advantages and disadvantages of each quote as related to the Evaluation Factors. Multiple awards may be made from this notice and all quotes will be retained and may be utilized for requirements for a period of 6 months. 11.Quote Deadline: Independent Consultants are invited to submit their quotations in response to this notice by 2:00 pm Eastern Daylight Time (EDT), May 16, 2013. Only e-mailed requests for additional information will be accepted at mccconsultants@mcc.gov by 12:00 pm eastern standard time on May 13, 2013. Quotations submitted in response to this notice shall include the solicitation number AND description in the subject line and be signed, dated and submitted via email to MCCConsultants@mcc.gov. The maximum file size is 10mb. 12.Quote Submission: The Individual Consultant shall submit the following documents: Technical: (1) Cover letter that addresses all technical criteria as listed in this solicitation (5 pages maximum); (2) Curriculum Vitae (15 page maximum); Past Performance: Three professional references; Price: Bio-Data Form which includes the independent consultant's proposed rate and salary history. See Attachment. 13.FAR 52.212.3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items shall be required from the selected consultant, prior to the time of award. 14.There are no additional contract requirements(s) necessary for this acquisition other than those consistent with customary commercial practices. 15.See attached documents entitled: (1) Addendum to FAR Clause 52.212-4, (Alt I); (2) MCC Bio-Data Form and (3) Statement of Work.
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- Place of Performance
- Address: Washington, DC and Nepal, United States
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