SOLICITATION NOTICE
R -- Senior Police Advisor - OF-612
- Notice Date
- 7/23/2013
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 541690
— Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
- Contracting Office
- Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Grants, Acquisitions, Procurement and Policy Division (INL/RM/GAPP), SA-4 Navy Hill, South Building, 2430 E Street, N.W., Washington, District of Columbia, 20037, United States
- ZIP Code
- 20037
- Solicitation Number
- PSC-13-047-INL
- Archive Date
- 8/21/2013
- Point of Contact
- Amy M. Kara,
- E-Mail Address
-
karaam2@state.gov
(karaam2@state.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- To be considered responsive to the solicitation, you must submit a completed and signed OF-612. Otherwise, your submission is considered non-responsive and will not be considered. 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. Senior Police Advisor Washington, DC (INL/CAP) Issuance Date: 07/23/2013 Closing Date: 08/06/2013 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-13-047-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 or three references, including contact information Submit all proposals via e-mail to the attention of: INL/Amy Kara E-mail: KaraAM2@state.gov Direct questions regarding this solicitation to: INL/Amy Kara Email: KaraAM2@state.gov INL will not accept late proposals unless it can be determined DOS mishandled the proposal. 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-13-047-INL 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 07/23/2013 3. CLOSING DATE: 08/06/2013 4. TIME SPECIFIED FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 5:00 PM, EST 5. POSITION TITLE: Senior Police Advisor 6. MARKET VALUE: $89,033 - $136,771 (GS 13/14) 7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: One year from date of award and four option years 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Washington, DC (INL/CAP) 8. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR: The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) are responsible for the development, supervision, coordination, and implementation of international narcotics control assistance activities and international criminal justice issues for the US Department of State (DOS). The Office of Criminal Justice Assistance and Partnership (INL/CAP) provides policy guidance and assists INL program offices in addressing the full range of criminal justice issues as they relate to criminal justice development programs globally. INL/CAP also assists INL in developing strategic partnerships with US state, county, municipal, and federal law enforcement, corrections and justice agencies, to improve the quality and personnel of INL programs. Criminal justice assistance is a core component of rule of law development, which is critical to helping countries fight destabilizing crime and corruption and promoting good governance. Currently, INL manages criminal justice policy and programs in numerous countries, employing thousands of people in the field to implement these programs. The different programs include; deployment of American experts in the fields of policing, corrections, and justice, in multilateral police assistance missions, including direct secondment of US police officers to United Nations missions, bilateral programs to train and build capacity of justice sector institutions, deployment of mentors or other technical advisors, and provision of infrastructure and equipment. INL works with partners, including grantees, private sector firms, and US governmental entities to implement key programs. Purpose The Senior Police Advisor (SPA) will serve as a subject matter expert on the full range of law enforcement issues as they relate to INL police development and reform programs globally. The SPA will provide technical law enforcement expertise within INL and interagency settings for activities directed at improving the international capacity of INL and USG to provide law enforcement development assistance. The SPA also will play a role in contingency planning, program development and as a resource for INL program managers by providing expert guidance, as needed. Finally, the SPA will assist with outreach and partnership opportunities with law enforcement agencies and individuals on behalf of INL and their programs. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Assist INL staff in developing criminal justice and law enforcement programs, which are coordinated with all aspects of the justice system. 2. Provide policy analysis and program guidance on law enforcement aspects of contingency, conflict prevention or anticipated stabilization and reconstruction missions to INL program staff, the INL Front Office, and other DOS offices upon request. Such guidance may include mission objectives; size and structure of an international police presence; rules of engagement for international police, coordination with interagency elements, budgeting, planning for development of indigenous police capacities and institutions, and training plans. 3. Assist INL staff in developing appropriate methodologies to conduct analytic assessments of current INL law enforcement reform programs. Gather data to determine, update, and maintain credible and relevant metrics. 4. Participate in or lead overseas assessments of law enforcement capabilities of indigenous criminal justice systems, as well as assess the impact of planned or current programmatic activities and propose remedial actions. 5. Perform research using interviews, personal observations, and document reviews to support findings and formulate recommendations for presentation to senior leaders. 6. Draft memos and reports to provide expert analysis regarding police programs and assessments for INL. Prepare complex briefs to convey information, interpret data, and inform decisions. 7. Collaborate with various colleagues (e.g. Team Leaders, criminal justice advisors, program managers, front office staff assistants) to improve processes, implement recommendations, and conduct problem solving exercises. 8. Participate in senior level meetings, seminars, and exercises to provide expert level police input to help INL maintain and develop continuously the ability to respond to emerging issues appropriately. 9. Prepare background materials to be used by the Assistant Secretary and the Deputy Assistant Secretaries to draft speeches, briefings, and testimony to articulate INL engagement on international law enforcement development issues. 10. Maintain knowledge of contemporary, professional police operational and management principles, techniques, and issues, which are appropriate for international application. 11. Participate in outreach activities with domestic and international law enforcement and think-tank communities to increase awareness of INL programs and policies to solicit greater cooperation and participation. 12. Develop and maintain personal contacts with INL program managers (both domestic and overseas), foreign government officials, and US state / local law enforcement agency and community partners to strengthen INL program implementation. 13. Develop a working knowledge of the organizational structure and functions of the INL Bureau and its component offices, as well as the organizational structure of the U.S. Department of State. 14. Perform other duties as assigned by the INL/CAP Police Team Leader (PTL) and/or the INL/CAP Director/Deputy Director. Minimum Qualifications 1. US Citizen, able to obtain/maintain a DOS Secret security clearance. 2. Demonstrated ten (10) years experience with progressively increasing responsibilities as a sworn civilian law enforcement officer and having been assigned to a leadership role for a period of at least one (1) year. 3. Demonstrated three (3) years experience working in international police development and reform. 4. At least (1) year in a senior level mission leadership or management position in an overseas police development or reform mission. 5. Demonstrated experience in police organizational development and police functions. 6. Excellent oral and written English grammar and communication skills, including on short notice; negotiation skills; and interpersonal skills. 7. Demonstrated knowledge of the methods by which the USG typically participates in police reform and development operations. 8. Demonstrated ability to interact with senior officials at the local, State and Federal level. 9. Proven ability to complete the FSI Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) course within the first 120 days of assignment successfully. 10. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Preferred Qualifications • A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in a criminal justice or related field. • Fifteen (15) years experience as a U.S. sworn civilian law enforcement officer and having attained the rank of Captain, equivalent, or higher. • Demonstrated experience in community-police programs, gender and policing, internal affairs, public information/affairs, or law enforcement training in an overseas environment. • Demonstrated experience assessing and/or implementing law enforcement capabilities/development programs in a non-U.S. environment. • Experience working with the UN or other international organizations or with INL or other relevant USG agencies. • Demonstrated knowledge of US law enforcement agencies at the federal, state, county, and municipal levels. • International police development or reform experience in a variety of regions and settings. • Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced team environment. Position Elements 1. Relationships: The SPA will report to the Police Team Leader (PTL) and the INL/CAP Director/Deputy Director through the PTL. The SPA will be required to participate in weekly INL/CAP staff meetings. 2. Supervision Exercised: The incumbent will have no supervisory responsibilities. 3. Guidelines: The incumbent will be guided by the INL Program and Policy Guide. 4. Complexity: The work involves managing and providing technical expertise to a number of different assignments at the same time for various offices and stakeholders. The ability to perform complex analysis is essential. 5. Scope and Effectiveness: The incumbent performs a broad range of tasks related to a providing police expertise for the INL bureau. INL programs have a significant impact on US embassy operations overseas. 6. Personal Contacts: The SPA will work closely with the other INL Washington HQ, US law enforcement personnel, Embassy personnel, host government officials and law enforcement and others. 7. Travel: Occasional domestic and possibly frequent international travel is required. International travel will be funded outside this contract and by the requesting office/Post. 8. Work Environment: The work venue for this position is the INL/CAP office, currently located at the Department of State Harry S. Truman Building, 2201 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20520. Hours for the position will be the core hours of the Department, 8:15 AM to 5:00 PM. Telecommuting is available under the established policies and procedures of the Department of State. 9. Level of Effort: The level of effort required over the period of this one-year contract is 100%. The position is full-time, with a minimum of 40 hours per week. Evaluation Criteria Factor 1 Experience assessing and/or implementing law enforcement capabilities/programs in a non-US environment, including the ability to provide policy and programmatic technical guidance within INL, the DOS, and to a wider audience of interested USG agencies based on knowledge of international police development, including subject matter expertise regarding current USG assistance programs that foster police reform and capacity building. (30 points) Factor 2 Past Performance evaluation of applicant's ability to perform under contract. In conducting the evaluation, the Government reserves the right to utilize all evaluation information available at the time of evaluation, whether provided by the applicant or obtained from other sources. (30 points) Factor 3 Ability to liaise and conduct outreach with DOS, partner USG agencies, international organizations, US state and local law enforcement partners, and INL overseas program officers. (20 points) Factor 4 Demonstrated ability to communicate complex issues in a timely and concise manner, both orally and in writing, and demonstrated interpersonal skills. (20 points) Pre-Award Ethical Responsibilities of PSC (JUN 2011) 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 quotes must advise the cognizant Contracting Officer if they have a personal conflict of interest, such as a financial conflict, 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. 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 BENEFITS & ALLOWANCES AS A MATTER OF POLICY, INL NORMALLY AUTHORIZES THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES BENEFITS - IF APPLICABLE • 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 - IF APPLICABLE • 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: INL/CAP, Washington, District of Columbia, 20520, United States
- Zip Code: 20520
- Zip Code: 20520
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