R -- PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH U.S. CITIZEN, ASSISTANT OPERATIONS OFFICER

Notice Date

May 24, 2001

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-01-014 (INL)

Response Due

June 25, 2001

Point of Contact

POC: Barbra Postell Fax: 202-776-8686

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. Assistant Operations Officer ISSUANCE DATE: May 24,2001 CLOSING DATE: June 25, 2001 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-01-14 (INL) Gentlemen/Ladies: SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC) Department of State, International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Office of Aviation, Patrick AFB, Florida, Assistant Operations Officer 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) 776-8686 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: INL/Airwing 1038 South Patrick Drive Hanger 985 PAFB, FL 32925 ATTN: Paul O'Sullivan 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 Assistant Operations Officer 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-01-014 (INL) 2. ISSUANCE DATE: May 24, 2001 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED June 25, 2001 FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 05:00 PM local time 4. POSITION TITLE: Assistant Operations Officer 5. YEAR 2001 MARKET VALUE: GS-13 (estimated at $61,749-$80,279). The year 2001 pay comparability increase will apply. 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: July 2001 July 2002 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Patrick Air Force Base, FL 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 BACKGROUND: This position is located in the Department of State, Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Office of Aviation. PURPOSE: The purpose of this personal services contract position is to serve as the Assistant Operations Officer for the Operations Division; to assist in the management of the total operations finction of the Office of Aviation on a daily basis; to coordinate operational direction/guidance to and oversight/evaluation of contract and host nation operations activities; to coordinate direction and oversight for contract and host nation aviation training/standardization; and to perform pilot-in-command duties in fixed wing/rotary wing aircraft. II. Scope of Work: The Contractor shall: Develop, coordinate, organize, and implement comprehensive operational systems, and flight policies and procedures for the Office of Aviation. Assist in developing operational tactics and new training procedures through the Office of Aviation training/standardization staff. Coordinate directives and guidance pertaining to aircraft operations for issuance to the contractor and host nation operations personnel. Provide technical input to the Chief of the Operations Division regarding oversight and evaluation of contractor flight operations. Assist and coordinate aircraft and personnel deployments to OCONUS narcotics source countries. Provide aircraft operational flight guidance to and coordination with Participating Agency Support Agreement (PASA) Officers at OCONUS locations. Assume the role of the Chief of the Operations Division in his/her absence. Assist the Chief of the Operations Division in the collection, review and dissemination of information on aviation tactics, techniques, and employment in support of the counternarcotics mission of the Office of Aviation. Maintain staff liaison with U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, Narcotics Affairs Section (NAS), other U.S. Government agencies, and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration to keep abreast of current policies, procedures, and rules that pertain to Office of Aviation operations. Perform Supervisory Pilot duties in fixed or rotary wing aircraft. Serve as technical advisor to aircraft accident investigation boards. III. Desired Qualifications: General knowledge of Aircrew Training and Standardization Programs, to include operating directives, training and standardization publications, aircrew training manuals, and related documents. Knowledge of U.S. Federal Aviation Administration regulations, including but not limited to FAR Part 1, 61, 67, 91, 135, 137, 141, 143, and 830. Knowledge of tactical employment of fixed/rotary wing aircraft in a counter-narcotics operation, including capabilities, limitations and techniques of employment of Office of Aviation aircraft. Must have experience in aircraft operations/training management in a military or civil organization involved in the training and standardization of pilots, the tactical employment of aircraft in a high threat environment, and the deployment of aircraft to OCONUS locations. Knowledge of and experience in the formulation of plans and policies pertaining to operations and until level flight training activities. Should have basic knowledge of command communications, government intelligence procedures, and Department of State flight operations procedures. Skill in the operation of fixed or rotary wing aircrafts as an instructor pilot. Certification as a U.S. FAA Flight instructor, Single and Multi-Engine or Helicopter Flight Instructor qualification. Experience in the training of pilots under a formal standardization program, either civil or military. Ability to demonstrate aeronautical knowledge and skill via oral/written/flight performance evaluations/examinations in accordance with an established Aviation Aircrew Training Program. Knowledge of and skill in operation of desktop computer based word processing systems. Knowledge of U.S. Government contract administration procedure is desirable. 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. Factor 1 (Operations Systems, Policies, Procedures, and Tactics): Offeror's ability to develop, coordinate, organize, and implement comprehensive operational systems, and flight policies and procedures for the Office of Aviation, and; assist in developing operational tactics and new training procedures through the Office of Aviation training/standardization staff. Factor 2 (Direction, Oversight, and Evaluation): Offeror's ability to coordinate directives and guidance pertaining to aircraft operations for issuance to the contractor and host nation operations personnel; provide technical input to the Chief of the Operations Division regarding oversight and evaluation of contractor flight operations; assist and coordinate aircraft and personnel deployments to OCONUS narcotics source countries; provide aircraft operational flight guidance to and coordination with Participating Agency Support Agreement (PASA) Officers at OCONUS locations, and; assume the role of the Chief of the Operations Division in his/her absence. Factor 3 (Flight, Technical Advice and Staff Work): Offeror's ability to perform Supervisory Pilot duties in fixed or rotary wing aircraft; serve as technical advisor to aircraft accident investigation boards; assist the Chief of the Operations Division in the collection, review, and dissemination of information on aviation tactics, techniques, and employment in support of the counter-narcotics mission of the Office of Aviation, and; maintain staff liaison with U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, Narcotics Affairs Section (NAS), other U.S. Government agencies, and the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration to keep abreast of current policies, procedures, and rules that pertain to Office of Aviation operations. V. Compensation: Compensation for the position will be negotiated as follows: level of experience will dictate the salary level within the grade range. Entry level salary will normally be at the first step of the grade range for the position. However, consideration will be given to the successful applicant's experience that is specifically relevant to the position to be filled. Number of years of relevant experience will determine at what step within the grade range the successful applicant will be compensated. VI. 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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