R -- PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH U.S. CITIZEN ABROAD, AVIATION MAINTENANCE ADVISOR

Notice Date

September 18, 2000

Contracting Office

INL/RM/MS, Department Of State, 2430 E Street NW, SA-44 South Bldg., Washington, D.C. 20520

ZIP Code

20520

Solicitation Number

PSC-00-21 (INL)

Response Due

October 18, 2000

Point of Contact

POC: Barbra Postell FAX: 202-776-8775

Description

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. Aviation Maintenance Advisor ISSUANCE DATE: September 18, 2000 CLOSING DATE: October 18, 2000 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-00-21(INL) Gentlemen/Ladies: SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC) Department of State, American Embassy Bogota, Narcotics Affairs Section, Aviation Maintenance 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 or American Bogota Narcotics Affairs Section APO AA 34038 E-mail to Ehansen@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-00-21 (INL) 2. ISSUANCE DATE: September 18, 2000 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED October 18, 2000 FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 05:00 PM local time 4. POSITION TITLE: Aviation Maintenance Advisor 5. YEAR 2000 MARKET VALUE: FP-3/2 (estimated at $50,960-$92,356). The year 2000 pay comparability increase will apply. 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: November 2000 November 2001 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Bogota, Colombia 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 maintain the operational effectiveness of the CNP air fleet. II. Scope of Work: The Contractor shall: Provide technical advisory assistance for the maintenance of ARAVI aircraft. Maintain contact with the assigned uniformed maintenance officer of ARAVI. Assist ARAVI personnel on the implementation of computerized scheduled maintenance programs (such as 'LAS' or 'INNAIR'). Provide ARAVI liaison with appropriate US federal agencies, mainfacturers and vendors to expeditiously disseminate, to ARAVI personnel, information relating to the operation, modification, maintenance, inspection, and repair of the equipment and components in the ARAVI inventory. Assist in engineering, analysis, interpretation, and evaluation of maitenance issues and in the preparation of accurate technical description of such issues in order to assist ARAVI in arriving at the possible solutions. Coordinate in the training program for the uniformed and contract personnel in maintaining aircraft, aircraft components and aircraft systems. Travel is required to perform maintenance advisor functions at forward DIRAN bases (FOB) and operatin locations (FOL). Disseminate civil and military manual and other current literature re: standard maintenance, safety, and operational parctices and recognized methods of the aviation industry to ARAVI personnel through discussions and OJT. Assist DIRAN/ARAVI personnel obtain a thorough knowledge of aircraft structures and assembly, including but not limited to engines, rotor systems, drive train, electrical systems, accessories, hydraulic systems, flight control systems, servor system, and communications/navigation systems. Explain the significance of , as well as how to work form technical publications, service bulletins, customer service notices and operational safety advisories, to disassemble, repair, modify, inspect, and reassemble aircraft components and equipment. Keep abreast of all DOD safety of flight (SOF) bulletins and FAA airworthiness directives (ADS) and coordinate ARAVI compliance with same. Assist ARAVI personnel in planning their work requirements and arranging manpower, parts, and equipment to complete those tasks (production control). Assist ARAVI personnel regarding type, extent, and feasibility of repairsm as well as change incorporation, modification, and maintenance discrepancy remedies. Advise on requirements for temporary assignment of additional maintenance specialist, and on requirements for contracting our work to U.S. and Colombian contractors. Together with ARAVI personnel, maintain liaison with the Colombian Air Force (FAC) on interchange of equipment, facilities and/or training. Instruct on usage and calibration of precision instruments, gauges, and test measurement diagnostic equipment. Advise on organization of maintenance operations, including but not limited to production planning, production control, quality assurance and control and documentation and record keeping. Advise and assist ARAVI in project preparation and implementation of aviation facility and maintenance equipment, improvements, construction, and acquisition. Advise and assist ARAVI in preparation of foreign military sales (FMS) letters of request (LORS) and acquisitions and equipment. Serve as contracting officer's representative (COR) on selected ARAVI related contracts. Oversee and advise ARAVI on its project to assemble 5 Huey II Kits, in country, in FY 2000. Advise the NAS Aviation Program Officer on all areas related to CNP aircraft maintenance. Serve on Aviation accident investigation boards. Participate in NAS Bogota end use monitoring program as required. Provide budgetary, equipment, and personal requirements estimates for NAS program projections as required. Serve as oral interpreter during USG and VIP visits to CNP facilities as required. IV. Selection Criteria: Applicants who meet the qualification requirements will be further evaluated to determine the extent to which their qualifications indicate that they possess the knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics described below: Must be a U.S. citizen, must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in Spanish (S-3/R-3 level). Must be able to obtain a secret security clearance. Completion of high school is required. College is highly desirable, 4 years University degree, preferably in management or aviation related studies. Ability to clearly communicate in technical English both verbally and in writing. Ten years experience in aviation maintenance management. Must have FAA Airframe and Powerplant License or DOD Maintenance Test Pilot Certification. International experience in aviation. Ability to perform assign duties with a minimum of supervision and to take the initiative in handling CNP aviation projects in the absence of the Aviation Program Officer. Knowledge of USG military aviation maintenance manuals, rules and regulations. Teaching experience in aviation related subjects. 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.

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