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SOLICITATION NOTICE

99 -- Senior Advisor INCSR

Notice Date: 10/31/2023 7:59:38 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-24-013-INL
Response Due: 11/15/2023 12:00:00 PM
Archive Date: 11/30/2023
Point of Contact: Dominique Chittum
E-Mail Address: chittumda@state.gov
(chittumda@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: Senior Advisor INCSR Location: Remote (place of performance will be the selectee�s home of record within the United States) Salary Level:�� GS-14 (based on OPM locality pay for selectee�s home of record within the United States) 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: October 31, 2023 Closing date:�� November 15, 2023 Closing Time: 3:00 PM ET Solicitation Number:�� PSC-24-013-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 receive 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: �� Dominique Chittum �� U.S. Department of State �� INL/EX/GAPP �� ChittumDA@state.gov Sincerely, Katelynn 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. Equal employment opportunity policy - The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. Submit proposal via e-mail to the attention of: INL/Dominique Chittum E-mail: ChittumDA@state.gov Direct questions regarding this solicitation to: INL/Dominique Chittum E-mail: ChittumDA@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): The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) is part of the Under Secretariat for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights (J) within the Department of State (DOS). �INL�s mission is to minimize the impact of international crime and illegal drugs on the United States and its citizens by providing effective foreign assistance and fostering global cooperation. � INL�s Office of Global Policy and Programs (GPP) serves as the focal point for counterdrug and anti-crime policy and programs, while also serving as the Bureau�s institutional link with multilateral entities and overseeing a wide array of anti-crime sanctions and deterrence tools. � programs in this field.� In addition, INL/GPP coordinates the production and publication of Volume I of the annual International Narcotics Control Strategy Report (INCSR), a Congressionally mandated report that is due March 1 of each year. �The report provides an overview of actions taken during the previous year by the governments of nearly 70 countries to reduce illicit drug production, trafficking, and use. �The report also summarizes the impact of U.S. assistance programs in these countries and jurisdictions. �The report is produced on a tight schedule from summer each year through the following March, with peak work commitments between October and January of each year. �The report is heavily scrutinized by the public, Congress, and foreign governments, and undergoes a rigorous interagency clearance process involving the contributions of nearly 20 Department offices and other USG agencies.� The purpose of this Personal Services Contract is to fill the new position of Senior Advisor to provide support in producing and editing the annual International Narcotics Control Strategy Report (INCRS), Volume 1 as described in this statement of work, as well as advise and assist INL/GPP team members throughout the period of performance. �Much of this work requires coordination within the Department and interagency on issues that are inherently governmental in nature, including descriptions of U.S. foreign policy objectives, and intelligence regarding current drug control trends and international diplomatic engagement. �The incumbent will lead the process of editing, assembling, and clearing Volume I of the INCSR. This includes coordinating within the Department and interagency on country selection, transmitting tasking cables, receiving responses, organizing work to ensure timely drafting, and editing of INCSR submissions, drafting introductory and other sections, working with the Department and interagency representatives to clear draft reports, and compiling the final Volume in publication format. �The incumbent will be assigned primary responsibility for drafting the report�s general overview. �The incumbent will be assigned lead drafting responsibility (working closely with Department regional bureaus) for country reports for countries where the United States lacks a diplomatic presence (e.g., Iran). Effective performance of this critical annual task requires comprehensive expertise working with the Department of State and wider USG interagency; drafting and editing ability; superb coordination skills; and the ability to analyze complex technical and policy information relating to drug control, including both supply and demand reduction. �Additionally, the incumbent must be able to successfully mediate and resolve editorial disagreements between stakeholders, requiring recognized expertise on both drug control policy and diplomatic engagement strategies.� DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Under the direct supervision of the Washington-based INL/GPP Division Chief or his/her designee, the Senior Advisor will perform the following duties: 1.�� Coordinates the workflow of country selection, tasking, submissions, editing, preparations, clearances, and final formatting of the estimated 300-page INCSR Volume 1 report to ensure the Department meets the March 1 deadline. 2.�� Communicates with, receives guidance from, and provides updates to INL/GPP management on substantive changes to the INCSR, including those required by legislation. 3.�� Coordinates within INL, within the Department, and, as appropriate, with the interagency, on selection of jurisdictions, in accordance with agreed standards and statutory requirements.� 4.�� Drafts, obtains clearance, and disseminates the tasking cable, including up-to-date and effective instructions on content and format. 5.�� Ensures that conclusions and recommendations in reports can be recognized and supported by USG federal agency experts, as well as defended in case of complaints by foreign interlocutors.� 6.�� Follows up with posts and Department/interagency stakeholders to ensure timely submission, clearances, and revisions of INCSR country report drafts. 7.�� Drafts selected country reports as needed.� 8.�� Drafts introductory section of U.S. drug control priorities for the INCSR, along with other overview sections describing U.S. training initiatives and precursor chemical control initiatives. 9.�� Provides technical analytical expertise relating to drug control policy, enforcement efforts, assistance programs, demand reduction activities, and related cooperation with the United States. 10.�� Provides technical analytical expertise relevant to treaty requirements pertaining to the three UN drug control treaties, as well as assistance programs administered by relevant international organizations. 11.�� Works with the intelligence community to incorporate appropriate analytical products relevant to illicit drug flows, as well as trafficking and consumption trends internationally. 12.�� Makes suggestions on improving the INCSR process and product. 13.�� When required, performs the role of Duty Officer. 14.�� Performs other duties as requested and assigned that are directly related to this Statement of Work. 15.�� Performs services that fall within the general scope of work and overall INL mission at physical locations other than Washington INL headquarters, including within other INL offices, bureaus or other USG agencies for a period not to exceed six (6) months.� TRAININGS & DISTANCE LEARNING COURSES None. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS The place of performance will be the selectee�s home of record within the United States. The Senior Advisor is expected to travel to Washington, D.C. and to INL/GPP funded events periodically for meetings, conferences, inspections, and evaluations. �The INL/GPP office is located at SA-1, 2401 E Street NW, and Washington, D.C. 20037. (Note: �The capacity to telework from a remote location is the responsibility of the contractor, i.e., this is not a requirement under the contract and not funded by the USG, with the exception of a USG-provided device needed for access to the Department unclassified email system. �Additionally, the PSC must live within a 51-mile radius of Washington, DC in order to receive Washington, DC locality pay. �If PSC lives in another location, appropriate locality pay will be applied based on address). � RELATIONSHIPS The Senior Advisor reports to the INL/GPP Division Chief, his/her designee. � The Contract Administrator shall be the INL Contracting Officer in Washington. �In no instance shall the INL/GPP Division Chief or any other individual be authorized to alter or modify the terms and conditions of the contract or waive the Government's requirements, price, delivery, or other terms and conditions. �The Contracting Officer must authorize such changes in writing. The INL/GPP Division Chief will provide yearly performance reviews to the INL/EX/GAPP Contracting Officer in Washington, D.C. to contribute to the incumbent�s official yearly review. TELEWORK� This position has been designated as 100% remote. � LEVEL OF EFFORT This part-time position is not to exceed 1,000 hours within the period of performance, mostly between August and March of each year during the drafting and editing of the annual report. 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 & 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 INL/GPP, 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 with the ability to obtain and maintain Department of State Secret level security clearance, medical clearance, and ethics clearance (if applicable). (Security clearance upgrade to Top Secret level may be required.) 2.�� Bachelor�s degree from an accredited U.S. institution; or, a.�� A minimum of ten (10) years of relevant work experience related to international affairs or international drug control subject matter. 3.�� Demonstrated knowledge of specific country issues, including specialized knowledge of international narcotics and law enforcement, or similar type programs sufficient to ensure project work is in compliance with management policies and procedures and in conformance with the Foreign Assistance Act and other regulatory procedures and guidelines.� 4.�� Proven knowledge of Federal policies and procedures including methods of providing assistance and the Federal budget process. � 5.�� Demonstrated ability to provide advice, guidance, and consultation with regard to the interpretation and application of analysis.� 6.�� Demonstrated experience drafting US government reports and documents, such as the INCSR, embassy cables, and other documents. 7.�� Demonstrated experience working with U.S. diplomatic missions. 8.�� Demonstrated broad knowledge of international drug control issues. 9.�� Demonstrated experience reviewing and editing the written work of peer and/or subordinate employees. 10.�� Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. 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�� Work Experience �� (30 points) Demonstrated knowledge and experience of drug control policy and programs, including international legal commitments and U.S. policy priorities; experience drafting or compiling public reports or similar materials; knowledge of U.S. capacity building assistance relevant to drug control goals; and negotiating interagency coordination on relevant policies and priorities. Factor 2�� Leadership/Interpersonal Skills �� (10 points) �� Demonstrated ability to draft, review, and assess documents dealing with counternarcotic issues, and to develop and coordinate inputs and clearances within the Department of State and appropriate interagency partners, in accord with given deadlines Factor 3�� Knowledge/Skills �� (20 points) Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with drug control policy and programs, including international legal commitments and U.S. policy priorities; demonstrated knowledge of related foreign policy and international affairs issues. Factor 4�� Communication �� (10 points) Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in all areas and with various organization levels, both orally and in writing, including for public and Congressional audiences.� 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 � 10� Factor #3 � 20� 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 GS-14 equivalent level (based on OPM locality pay for selectee�s home of record within the United States). 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 or 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�
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