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R -- PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH U.S. CITIZEN ABROAD, POLICE FIELD ADVISOR SOL PSC-00-18 (INL) DUE 090800 POC Barbra Postell FAX 202-776-8775 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 the cover letter of this solicitation. If you are not using Word 97 to view this document, you will have to save the document in the format of the word processor that you are using in order to view and print any standard forms. The number of pages contained in this electronic copy may not exactly correspond to the hard paper copy, although generally all the information is contained herein. DOS is not responsible for any data/text that may not be received when retrieving this document electronically. If the recipient does not notify the contact person that they have obtained this document then any amendments to the document may not be available to the recipients. Amendments to solicitation documents generally contain information critical to the submission of an application. Police Field AdvisorISSUANCE DATE: August 8, 2000 CLOSING DATE: September 8, 2000 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-00-18(INL) Gentlemen/Ladies: SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC) Department of State, Narcotics Affairs Section, American Embassy Lima, Police Field Advisor The United States Government, represented by the Department of State, is seeking proposals (Standard Form 171's or OF 612's) from U.S. citizens interested in providing the PSC services described in the attached. Submissions shall be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified. Any questions may be directed to Barbra Postell, Contract Specialist, INL/RM/MS, DOS, who may be reached at FAX No. (202) 776-8775 or E-Mail postellbj@state.gov. All applications shall be submitted by facsimile or e-mail and originals sent via mail. If sent via courier to: Barbra Postell, INL/RM/RM, Navy Hill South Department of State 2430 E. Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20520 And a copy to: U.S. Department of State American Embassy Lima Narcotics Affairs Section APO AA 34031 ATTN: Irene Cohn/E-Mail IPCohn@state.gov Late applications shall not be accepted, unless there was a mishandling once received in DOS. Along with the SF171 or OF 612, applicants shall provide CV and three written references including contact information. Applicants are also requested to provide their full mailing address (fax, telephone and/or e-mail where applicable). Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their proposals. Please reference the number of this solicitation when sending your application. Any submissions made via e-mail must be in Word 97 or equivalent. Sincerely, Barbra J. Postell Contract Specialist 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-00-18 (INL) 2. ISSUANCE DATE: August 8, 2000 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED September 8, 2000 FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 05:00 PM local time 4. POSITION TITLE: Police Field Advisor 5. YEAR 1999 MARKET VALUE: FP-4 thru FP-3 (estimated at $41,292-$74,836). The year 2000 pay comparability increase will apply. 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: October 2000 October 2001 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Lima, Peru 8. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below STATEMENT OF WORK I. BACKGROUND A. STATEMENT OF DUTIES 1. GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR PURPOSE: The purpose of this personal services contract position is to assist the Narcotics Affairs Section (NAS) of the American Embassy in Lima, Peru, in implementing the bilateral U.S. government (USG) and Government of Peru (GOP) narcotics control project, by proving the field training and guidance to the Peruvian National Police (PNP) at regional locations. The primary recipient of these services will be the counter narcotics police, DINANDRO, will also be included. The contractor shall reside in Lima, but spend at least 50 percent of his/her time deployed forward. II. Scope of Work: The Contractor shall: Under the direction fo the Police Advisor, coordinate and monitor the NAS counter narcotics law enforcement project support for the Peruvian National Police, counter narcotics Directorate (DINANDRO). The Police Field Advisor will be responsible for coordinating project implementation at forward operating locations, specifically with regard to the following: Advise and assist in the development of training curricula to update and standardize the operation skills of the Peruvian tactical counter narcotics units (DIOTADS and UOTADS). Advise and assist the police units in developing individual in-service training programs to maintain skill and proficiency of their personnel. Assist in the development of a DINANDRO operational field training element, to sustain its own in-service training. Assist in the management and preparation of training courses to be provided/conducted by other USG agencies (MAAG, US Customs, State or Local Police) for base personnel. Monitor/proctor such courses to facilitate instruction. Prepare and conduct training on specific subjects as required to address needs/shortfalls. Specific needs are in the areas of management of informants, narcotics case development, management of intelligence, collection of evidence, and operational techniques. Provide assistance in matching resources to intelligence requirements. Assist in determining logistical requirements to support ongoing operations and training in coordination with the Police Advisor, area commanders, and DINANDRO logistics. In conjunction with the Police Advisor establish a comprehensive organization table of police units, showing their staffing patterns and equipment requirements. This will enable NAS to distribute resources equitably and logically, to help units performing counter narcotics work to accomplish their mission. Assist in determining construction requirements (new and/or upgrades) at the bases, and advise police advisor. Monitor infrastructure as required to ensure compliance with approved plans. Through continuous oversight, provide end-use monitoring to ensure that USG-provided equipment and assistance are effectively utilized and that there is no waste, fraud or mismanagement. Assist in coordinating joint operations and training with DINANDRO and DIVANDRO (regional narcotics police) and other relevant GOP and USG entities where cooperations and shared resources are in the best interest of accomplishing the counter narcotics mission. Instruct base personnel on operational security matters, including document handling, communications security, and general security awareness. Conduct security assessments of installations in operational areas, and provide recommendations for security upgrades. When requested by the PNP, conduct threat assessments of operational areas, and provide recommendations to protect police active in those areas. Coordinate NAS support for counter narcotics operations at the field level. Provide coordination and oversight to enhance operational success and ensure that NAS resources are used maximum efficiency. Provide continuous information and evaluation on local PNP performance to the SeniorPolice Advisor. At the direction of the Senior Police Advisor, disburse grant funds to suppor specific purchase as necessary to achieve operational objectives. Document expenditures for processing through NAS Administrative section. III. Desired Qualifications: Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, subject to State Department security clearance procedures. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, or equivalent (i.e., Associates degree with 5 years related experience in international affairs, international development, project management, or public administration is required). At least 10 years of prior work experience in law enforcement of the military, with progressively expanding levels of responsibility, is required. Three years experience in counter narcotics operations; specific experience in intelligence management or planning, execution and evaluation of field CN operations is desirable. Experience as a trainer or instructor is highly desired. Some knowledge of program management is necessary. Prior experience as a Program Manager is highly desired. Spanish fluency at the 3/3 level is required. Experience working with host country military or police officials. IV. Selection Criteria: Applicants who meet the qualification requirements will be further evaluated to determine the extent to which their qualifications indicate they possess the knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics described below: Knowledge of and skill in using information management systems (including word processing, accounting, data base management and graphic applications) is required. Familiarity with U.S. embassy operations and USG regulations is desirable. Knowledge of counter narcotics programs is highly desirable. Two years of prior overseas experience is desirable, which ideally would include experience working with host country police officials. Experience in jungle operations is required. Knowledge of Peru of the Andean Region is desirable. Knowledge of basic accounting is highly desirable. Applicants must be in good health, and able to pass a State Department physical examination. They must be willing to work at least 50 percent of the time in and around Peru's tropical central valleys, living in temporary and often hardship quarters at forward operating locations. V. AS A MATTER OF POLICY, AND AS APPROPRIATE UNLESS THE PSC IS A RESIDENT-HIRE, A PSC IS NORMALLY AUTHORIZED THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS: 1. BENEFITS Employee's FICA Contribution Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance Pay Comparability Adjustment Annual Increase Eligibility for Worker's Compensation Annual & Sick Leave 2. ALLOWANCES (if applicable). * Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance (Section 120). (B) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130). (C) Post Allowance (Section 220). (D) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230). (E) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260). (F) Education Allowance (Section 270). (G) Education Travel (Section 280). (H) Post Differential (Chapter 500). (I) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600), and (J) Danger Pay (Section 650). 3. CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBs) PERTAINING TO PSCs 99-09 PSC's Annual Health Insurance Costs 99-07 Contractual Coverage for Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) Services 98-16 Annual Salary Increase for USPSCs 98-19 Home Leave under USPSCs 98-24 Use of Compensatory (Comp) Time by PSCs 98-25 Defense Base Act (DBA) Coverage and DBA Waiver List 97-16 Class Justification for Use of Other Than Full & Open Competition for Personal Services Contracts with U.S. Citizens Contracted with Locally with CCNs and TCNs Subject to the Local Compensation Plan, and for Overseas Contracts of $250,000 or Less 97-11 1997 FICA & Medicare Tax Rates for Personal Services Contracts 97-03 New USAID Contractor Employee Physical Examination 96-19 U. S. Personal Services Contract (USPSC) -- Leave 94-09 Sunday Pay for U.S. Personal Services Contractors (PSCs) 93-17 Financial Disclosure Requirements Under a Personal Services Contract (PSC) LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCs 1. Standard Form 171. **2. Contractor Physical Examination (AID Form 1420-62). **3. Questionnaire for Sensitive Positions (for National Security) (SF-86), or **4. Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85). **5. Finger Print Card (FD-258). NOTE: Form 5 is available from the requirements office. _______________ * Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas). ** The forms listed 2 thru 5 shall only be completed upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job. Posted 08/08/00 (W-SN483737). (0221)

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