SOLICITATION NOTICE
99 -- Law Enforcement Capacity Building Team Leader
- Notice Date
- 3/12/2021 10:18:18 AM
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 921190
— Other General Government Support
- Contracting Office
- ACQUISITIONS - INL WASHINGTON DC 20520 USA
- ZIP Code
- 20520
- Solicitation Number
- PSC-21-039-INL
- Response Due
- 3/26/2021 12:00:00 PM
- Archive Date
- 04/10/2021
- Point of Contact
- Victoria V. Stewart
- E-Mail Address
-
StewartVV@state.gov
(StewartVV@state.gov)
- Description
- U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE BUREAU OF INTERNATIONAL NARCOTICS AND LAW ENFORCEMENT AFFAIRS (INL)�� �� 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. Position Title: Law Enforcement Capacity Building Team Leader�� ��� � Location: Mexico City, Mexico�� � Salary Level:�� �FS-02 - $89,505 - $131,441 (Equivalent GS-14) Period of performance: The period of performance for this contract is twelve (12) months from the date of award with four (4) optional one-year extensions. Issuance Date: March 12, 2021�� ��� � Closing date:�� �March 26, 2021 Closing Time: 3:00 p.m. EST�� ��� � Solicitation Number:�� � PSC-21-039-INL Job description: �See below Dear Prospective Offerors: The Department of State is seeking offers from qualified U.S. citizens to provide personal services for the subject position under a personal services contract, as described in this solicitation. Submittals must be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified. Applicants interested in applying for this position MUST submit the following materials: 1.�� �Form SF 171 (Completed and signed) 2.�� �Complete resume. In order to fully evaluate your offer your resume must include: a.�� �Paid a non-paid experience, job title, location(s), dates held (month/year), and hours worked per week for each position. Dates (month/year) and locations for any overseas experience must also be detailed. Any experience that does not include dates (month/year), locations, and hours per week will not be counted towards meeting the solicitation requirements.� b.�� �Specific duties performed that fully detail the level and complexity of the work. c.�� �Names and contact information (phone and email) of your current and/or previous supervisor(s).� d.�� �Education and any other qualifications including job-related training courses, job-related skills, or job-related honors, awards or accomplishments.� e.�� �U.S. Citizenship Note: Resume must contain explicit information to make a valid determination that the candidate meets the experience requirements as stated in this solicitation. This information needs to be clearly identified in the resume. Failure to provide explicit information to determine qualifications for the position will result in loss of full consideration.� 3.�� �Evaluation Factor document specifically addressing: �Each of the Evaluation Factors shown in the solicitation below. Responses must be limited to 500 words per Evaluation Factor. Any additional words above the limit will neither be read nor scored.� Note: The Evaluation Factors are worth 70 out of 100 points. Offerors are required to address each of the Evaluation Factors in a separate document describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received that are relevant to each Factor. � 4.�� �Professional References: �Three (3) names and contact information (phone and email) of current and/or previous supervisors to serve as professional references. � Additional documents submitted will not be accepted. Incomplete or late offers will not be considered. Complete applications must be emailed to: �� �Victoria V. Stewart �� �U.S. Department of State �� �INL/EX/GAPP �� �StewartVV@state.gov Sincerely, Katelynn E. Barham Contracting Officer U.S. Department of State 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.� 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. � HOW TO APPLY Offerors proposal 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. �The Government is not responsible for any costs incurred by the offeror during the solicitation process. � � NOTE REGARDING GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS FOR THIS SOLICITATION� This solicitation in no way obligates the Department of State to award a PSC contract, nor does it commit the Department of State to pay any cost incurred in the preparation and submission of the application. Proposals must include the following and not exceed twenty (20) pages (additional pages will not be accepted or reviewed):� 1.�� �Form SF 171 (Completed and signed) 2.�� �Resume � 3.�� �Evaluation Factor Responses 4.�� �Three (3) names and contact information (phone and email) of current and/or previous supervisors to serve as professional references. � Note: Your resume should contain explicit information to make a valid determination that you fully meet the experience requirements as stated in this solicitation. This information should be clearly identified in your resume. Failure to provide explicit information to determine your qualifications for the position will result in loss of full consideration. Additional documents submitted beyond the requirements will not be accepted or reviewed.� *** ONE PDF ATTACHMENT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED VETERAN�S PREFERENCE Veteran�s preference is not applicable to this position therefore do not submit DD-214. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED REGARDLESS OF AGE, RACE, COLOR, SEX, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, LAWFUL POLITICAL AFFILIATION, NONDISQUALIFYING DISABILITY, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AFFILIATION WITH AN EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION, OR OTHER NON-MERIT FACTOR. Submit proposal via e-mail to the attention of: INL/Victoria Stewart E-mail: StewartVV@state.gov Direct questions regarding this solicitation to: INL/Victoria Stewart E-mail: StewartVV@state.gov INL will not accept proposals beyond the closing time/date; unless it can be determined DOS mishandled the proposal. � GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT� Mission of the U.S. Department of State: The U.S. Department of State is the lead institution for the conduct of American diplomacy and the Secretary of state is the President�s principal foreign policy advisor. The Department of State�s mission is to advance U.S. national security interests, fight terrorism, protect U.S. interests abroad, and implement foreign policy initiatives that build a freer, prosperous and secure world.� Mission of the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL): INL is under the Under Secretary for Democracy and Human Rights (J) and works to keep Americans safe at home by countering international crime, illegal drugs, and instability abroad. INL helps countries deliver justice and fairness by strengthening their police, courts, and corrections systems. These efforts reduce the amount of crime and illegal drugs reaching U.S. shores.� Under the International Narcotics Control (INC) Program, the Department of State (DOS), Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), has bilateral law enforcement-related projects with the Government of Mexico (GOM). �These projects are administered by the INL office of the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City.� INL administers bilateral projects in Mexico with funding appropriated by Congress under the Merida Initiative and subsequent INL funding for Mexico. These Personal Services Contracts (PSCs) will assist in determining and validating requirements based on host country strategy and priorities, implementing, managing, and monitoring progress of specified projects to include: law enforcement, customs, and migration management sector professionalization; projects related to border and port security; strengthening and expanding bilateral and regional collaboration to address transnational threats; strengthening detection and interdiction �capacity, and other related border security and illegal migration issues. The purpose of the personal services contract is to provide a Law Enforcement Capacity Building Team Leader who is responsible for operational supervision of the Law Enforcement Capacity Building Team. �The Team Lead will coordinate with other personnel and agencies within the Embassy, who are tasked with the design and implementation of programs aimed at improving the institutional capacity of training and advisory programs.� DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:� Under the direct supervision of Post INL Security and Law Enforcement Program Officer or his/her designee, the Law Enforcement Capacity Building Team Lead will perform the following duties: 1.�� �Supervise other PSCs, Third-Party Contractors (TPC) and Locally Engaged Staff (LES). � 2.�� �Provide advice and assistance to the U.S. Embassy and INL Front Office (FO) leadership to ensure the successful implementation of U.S. law enforcement enhancement programs in Mexico.� 3.�� �Provide leadership, foster an inclusive, friendly, professional environment for team members, in which teamwork, professional development and collaboration among team members is encouraged.� 4.�� �Review and coordinate each PSC, TPC, and LES assigned projects under their purview, provide regular, periodic feedback, and draft annual evaluation of the individual�s work performance. � 5.�� �Mentor the training staff, particularly new hires.� 6.�� �Serve as the liaison with various USG agencies and international entities working on law enforcement, specifically on short, medium, and long-term training strategies for Mexican federal, state, and municipal law enforcement entities. �Specific law enforcement groups include the police recruits, investigators, analysts, tactical personnel, and managers/leaders. � 7.�� �Ensure close coordination with Mexican government organizations (e.g., Attorney General�s Office, National Guard, Federal Judiciary, Corrections authorities, and state and local entities in the development and conduct of relevant programs. � 8.�� �Work with U.S. law enforcement agencies represented at Post to coordinate U.S. training into an integrated plan that contributes to a strategic training program as co-developed by the U.S. and Mexico.� 9.�� �Communicate, coordinate and consult with INL Washington entities on the planning, development and implementation of law enforcement training programs and projects, and do so on a timely and regular basis. � 10.�� �Report on developing trends in Mexican law enforcement to INL, U.S. Embassy, INL/WHP, and other INL entities. � 11.�� �Provide advice and counsel to Washington based staff to improve long term planning and support for law enforcement enhancement projects in Mexico.� 12.�� �Review existing analyses of Mexican law enforcement institutions; propose and develop appropriate plans and strategies for training and capacity building. � 13.�� �Plan, design, and evaluate law enforcement training programs based on bilateral strategy co-developed by the GOM and the USG, ensuring that the projects will advance U.S. goals in Mexico by building strong institutions. �This will include the regular drafting of task orders, terms of reference, and statements of work for INL law enforcement training programs. � 14.�� �In conjunction with Project Coordinators, conduct management and oversight of Law Enforcement programs and projects in order to ensure successful outcomes. �Capture lessons learned for future law enforcement training missions to the Mexican states on rapidly developing events. �Establish appropriate performance metrics for all projects and programs, including a monitoring and evaluation (M&E) plan. �� 15.�� �Provide advice and assistance in preparation of documentation for procurement of training and training-related equipment and commodities and the monitoring of procurement actions, including drafting source origin waivers, bid solicitations, scopes of work, and delivery and acceptance documents for items procured. �Comply with end-use monitoring (EUM) requirements for USG-supplied commodities and assist with preparation of the annual EUM report (Phase I and II). � 16.�� �Provide advice and assistance in the preparation of weekly and monthly INL reports, responses to Congressional inquiries, the annual International Narcotics Control Strategy Report (INCSR), and fulfillment of other reporting requirements. �Write regular reports and cables as directed by INL detailing pertinent activities in the international narcotics control training projects. 17.�� �Brief State Department, Congressional and other visiting officials and new embassy staff in the role of INL and the status of U.S.-Mexico narcotics control efforts. 18.�� �Attend Embassy meetings and national and international conferences and seminars, as required by the INL Director, briefing the Director and reporting on major issues covered. � 19.�� �Serve as Agreements Officer, Contracting Officer Representative (COR), and/or Grants Officer Representative (GOR) when necessary.� 20.�� �When required, perform the role of Duty Officer. 21.�� �Perform other duties as requested and assigned that are directly related to this Statement of Work TRAININGS & DISTANCE LEARNING COURSES ��� �Successfully completes the Contracting Officers Representative (COR) and when applicable, the Grants officers Representative (GOR) courses through Foreign Service Institute (FSI) distance learning courses within 120 days of arrival at Post, and the successful completion of any internal or external training deemed necessary by the FSO supervisor. ��� �Successfully completes the Introduction to Working in an Embassy (PN113) distance-learning (DL) course through the Foreign Service Institute (FSI) within the first six (6) months of arriving at Post. ��� �Successfully completes the mandatory Foreign Affairs Counter-Threat (FACT) Course (CT650) prior to deployment to Post. � ��� �Successfully completes INL 101 within the first twelve (12) months of arrival at Post or at the first opportunity. ��� �If applicable - Consultations with the INL Program Office in Washington, DC may be required. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Mexico City, Mexico. Travel up to 40% of the time to Regional Security Officer (RSO) authorized locations in Mexico, the United States and occasionally other countries in the region. RELATIONSHIPS� The Law Enforcement Capacity Building Team Leader will serve under the day-to-day direction of the Foreign Service (FS) Law Enforcement Coordinator and will coordinate with all employees under Chief of Mission authority with assigned Law Enforcement Enhancement duties to ensure oversight and non-duplicative efforts in the Mission. �The Law Enforcement Capacity Building Team Leader will be evaluated by the FS Law Enforcement Coordinator, which is reviewed and approved by the INL Deputy Director. � COMPLEXITY This position involves planning, organizing and completing financial and organizational analysis of enormous complexity. �Due to the high visibility and political sensitivity of the issues in which INL is involved, there is extreme difficulty in identifying the nature of the issues and planning, organizing and determining the scope and depth of studies/audits to be undertaken. �The PSC is expected to address difficult scenarios by separating the substantive nature of the programs or issues into their components and determining the nature and magnitude of programs or issues, as well as in discerning the intent of the legislation and policy statements and determining how to translate the intent into program actions. SCOPE AND EFFECTIVENESS The PSC performs broad and extensive assignments related to a complex administrative/financial program spanning the full-range of citizen safety, law enforcement, rule of law, and counternarcotics programs in Mexico, which is of significant interest to the public and to Congress. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE The period of performance for this contract is twelve (12) months from the date of award with four (4) optional one-year extensions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:� 1.�� �U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of State (DOS) Secret level security and medical clearance. Department of State Ethics clearance (if applicable). (Security clearance upgrade to TS level may be required). 2.�� �Bachelor�s degree from an accredited institution or; a.�� �Associate�s degree with five (5) years related experience from an accredited institution or; b.�� � Ten (10) years of related experience in the military, law enforcement, international development, international affairs, or public administration. 3.�� �Ten (10) years of demonstrated experience in the area of management and training, law enforcement operations or other senior level managerial experience. �� 4.�� �Five (5) years of demonstrated experience in law enforcement, with experience in law enforcement systems, doctrine, and practices. � 5.�� �Two (2) years of demonstrated experience working with law enforcement in Latin America.� 6.�� �Demonstrated understanding of U.S. foreign policy and interagency process, as well as knowledge of U.S. foreign policy regarding the continued development of justice reform and law enforcement capacity building. 7.�� �Demonstrated superior negotiation, interpersonal and managerial skills. 8.�� �Demonstrated experience in planning, strategizing, implementing and reporting on projects, including familiarity with basic requirements and mechanisms for contract management and procurement for assistance programs.� 9.�� �Proficient in Microsoft office Suite.� 10.�� �Excellent oral and written English communication skills.� 11.�� �Demonstrated oral and written proficiency in Spanish at the 3/3 level. � EVALUATION FACTORS (Used to determine the competitive ranking of qualified offerors in comparison to other offerors.) Offerors should cite specific, illustrative examples for each factor. Responses must be limited to 500 words per factor. Any additional words above the limit will neither be read nor scored. Factor 1:�� �(Supervision)�� ��� ��� ��� ��� ��� ��� �(30 points)� Demonstrated ability to supervise project coordinators and build strong teams to implement federal, state, and local law enforcement capacity building projects.� Factor 2:�� �(Diplomatic, Interpersonal, and Communication) �� �(15 points)� Demonstrated Diplomatic, interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to build unity of effort with members of relevant USG agencies, Host National representatives, and the international community in developing and coordinating law enforcement capacity building programs.� Factor 3:�� �(Subject Matter Expertise)�� ��� ��� ��� ��� �(15 points) Demonstrated ability to provide subject matter expertise (SME) and policy guidance to senior level policy makers within the Embassy and INL. �Experience and knowledge of acquisition, procurement, and contracting processes, as well as drafting necessary documentation in a timely manner.� Factor 4:�� �(Management)�� ��� ��� ��� ��� ��� �(10 points)� Demonstrated experience and ability to manage, supervise, and assess current programs and projects to provide quality oversight and assure outcomes. Ability to assist in developing and implementing plans and performance measures for improving U.S. capacity to implement law enforcement training programs. BASIS OF RATING: Offerors who clearly meet the Education/Experience Requirements will be further evaluated based on scoring of the Evaluation Factor responses. Offerors are required to address each of the Evaluation Factors in a separate document describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received that are relevant to each factor. Failure to specifically address the Evaluation Factors may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards. The Offeror Rating System is as Follows:� Evaluation Factors have been assigned the following points:� Factor #1 � 30 Factor #2 � 15 Factor #3 � 15� Factor #4 � 10� Total Possible � 70 Points� Interview Performance � 30 points� Satisfactory Professional Reference Checks � Pass/Fail (no points assigned) Past performance evaluation of applicant�s ability to perform under the contract. �In conducting the evaluation, the U.S. 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.� Total Possible Points: 100 The most qualified candidates may be interviewed, required to provide a writing sample, and demonstrate an ability to operate commonly used office applications. INL will not pay for any expenses associated with the interviews. In addition, applications (written materials and interviews) will be evaluated based on content as well as on the applicant's writing, presentation, and communication skills. In the event that an applicant has fully demonstrated his/her qualifications and there are no other competitive applicants, INL reserves the right to forego the interview process. Professional references will be evaluated for applicants being considered for selection. COMPENSATION (BASE PAY) This position has been designated at the FS-02 equivalent level ($89,505 and $131,441 per annum). Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value based upon qualifications, previous relevant experience and work history, salary, and educational background. Salaries, including any recruitment supplemental pay that exceeds the listed pay range, will not be entertained nor negotiated. For award, INL will negotiate for this contract based on the market value as outlined above and overall experience relevant to the solicitation requirements. � BENEFITS & ALLOWANCES AS A MATTER OF POLICY, INL NORMALLY AUTHORIZES THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES� BENEFITS - IF APPLICABLE ��� �Employee's FICA/Medicare Contribution ��� �Contribution toward Health and Life Insurance� ��� �Pay Comparability Adjustment� ��� �Annual Increase� ��� �Eligibility for Worker's Compensation� ��� �Annual, Sick and Home Leave� ��� �401K Plan� ��� �MEDVAC (provided by DOS Med) ALLOWANCES IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF STATE STANDARDIZED REGULATIONS (DSSR) - IF APPLICABLE� ��� �Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance (TQSA) or Per Diem upon arrival at Post ��� �Housing Allowance ��� �Post Allowance ��� �Supplemental Post Allowance� ��� �Maintenance Allowance (SMA) ��� �Education Allowance ��� �Educational Travel (full-time United States based secondary)� ��� �Post Hardship Differential ��� �Danger Pay ��� �Shipment of HHE, UAB, POV and Consumables�
- Web Link
-
SAM.gov Permalink
(https://beta.sam.gov/opp/b2bd72c21f0f427dbfd4459437a0c413/view)
- Place of Performance
- Address: MEX
- Country: MEX
- Country: MEX
- Record
- SN05941624-F 20210314/210312230114 (samdaily.us)
- Source
-
SAM.gov Link to This Notice
(may not be valid after Archive Date)
| FSG Index | This Issue's Index | Today's SAM Daily Index Page |