R -- PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH U.S. CITIZEN ABROAD, ASSISTANT ADVISOR FOR ERADICATION AND ALTERNATIVE DEVELOPMENT

Notice Date

August 6, 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-01-022 (INL)

Response Due

September 7, 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 Advisor for Eradication & Alternative Development ISSUANCE DATE: August 6,2001 CLOSING DATE: September 7, 2001 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-01-022 (INL) Gentlemen/Ladies: SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC) Department of State, Narcotics Affairs Section, American Embassy Lima, Assistant Advisor for Eradication & Alternative Development 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: Victor White Narcotics Affairs Section American Embassy Lima APO AA 34031 ATTN: Victor White/E-Mail WhiteVA2@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-01-022 (INL) 2. ISSUANCE DATE: August 6, 2001 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED September 7, 2001 FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 05:00 PM local time 4. POSITION TITLE: Asst Advisor for Eradication & Alternative Development 5. YEAR 2001 MARKET VALUE: FP-4/3 (estimated at $42,407-$76,856). The year 2001 pay comparability increase will apply. 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: October 2001 October 2002 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 BACKGROUND: This position is located in the Narcotics Affairs Section at the American Embassy in Lima, Peru. PURPOSE: The purpose of this professional services contract position is to assist in field-level liaison and coordination with officials of the host government and other USG agencies concerning the implementation of bilateral agreements for counternarcotics and alternative development project activities and operations nationwide. II. Scope of Work: The Contractor shall: Provide field-based security advice and field assessments. Monitor day to day CORAH/CADA issues and activities. Review support plans, logistical requirements, and measures of effectiveness to ensure compliance with approved policy guidance. Coordinate the CORAH/CADA program. Receive, evaluate and process requests for travel, supplies and equipment needed to support approved CORAH/CADA activities. Review vouchers submitted in liquidation of expense. Conduct regular liaison with CORAH/CAD to ensure proper use of training funds and other training to support CORAH/CADA. Monitor training needs, suggest training and where appropriate, conduct training to enhance operational effectiveness and security. Where appropriate suggest changes in operational procedures to enhance operational effectiveness and security. Coordinate with NASand USG and GOP counterparts for all logistical support for the CORAH/CADA project. Work in conjunction with NAS Procurement and Accounting to define commodity procurement and tracking of purchases. Work with the Narcotics Control Officer to develop and draft goals and objectives to be incorporated into an annual plan. Assist in the management of the project in furthering overall program objectives as outlined in the annual plan, andinperformin continuing evaluations of progress towards meeting those objectives, including field obervations of eradication and monitoring. Provide early notification to supervisor of potential problem areas. Conduct on-site inspections to perform end-use monitoring and to ensure that program objectives are being met and that support is provided according to sound, professional management principles and practices meeting applicable USG regulatory standards, and to prevent waste, fraud or abuse in the use of USG resources. Reveive, evaluate and process all CORAH/CADA travel requests. Review all receipts and vouchers submitted to liquidate expenses. Assist in other oversight of agricultural study and extension projects, including the Institute for Tropical Crops research (ICT) and USDA/ARS approved NGO. III. Desired Qualifications: U.S. Citizen, subject to State Department security clearance; Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution, or equivalent (i.e. Associate degree with 5 years relevant experience) in a related field such as international development, international affairs, business administration, agriculture/agronomy; Five years relevant overseas experience in program operations and administration, program management, military operations or police science; Knowledge of management policies and principles; Knowledge and skill in using management information systems, including word processing, spreadsheets and general personal conputer operations; Knowledge of office procedures, procurement, end use monitoring, inventory, and accounting; Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written); Spanish language at S3+/R3+ level. Oral interview required if candidate meets other requirements. 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. Demonstrate expertise in field operations planning, implementation and evaluation for optimal effectiveness and security. Illustrative factors include demonstrated success in security assessment and contingency planning, logistics planning operations implementation and evaluation. Factor 2. Demonstrate ability to coordinate multiple agencies and actors in complex missions. Cross-cultural and multi-nation experience preferred. Factor 3. Knowledge and experience in using adult training methodologies. Factor 4. Experience implementing USG Counternarcotics programs. Factor 5. Field experience in Peru or other Latin American country. Factor 6. Oral and written communications skills (writing sample required). Factor 7. Monitoring and evaluation experience, including end-use monitoring. Factor 8. Experience in evaluating equipment, travel and training requests and liquidations. 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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