SOURCES SOUGHT
R -- Aerial Eradication Advisor, Bogota, Colombia
- Notice Date
- 8/15/2006
- Notice Type
- Sources Sought
- NAICS
- 541990
— All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Contracting Office
- Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, INL RM MS, 2430 E Street, N.W., South Building SA-4 Navy Hill, Washington, DC, 20520
- ZIP Code
- 20520
- Solicitation Number
- PSC-06-053
- Response Due
- 9/18/2006
- Archive Date
- 10/3/2006
- 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. 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. The Department 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. AERIAL ERADICATION ADVISOR, BOGOTA, COLOMBIA ISSUANCE DATE: 08/15/06 CLOSING DATE: 09/18/06 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-06-053 (INL) Gentlemen/Ladies: SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC), Department of State, Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs. 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 Larry S. Parr, Senior Advisor, INL/RM/MS, DOS, who may be reached at FAX No. (202) 776-8686 or E-Mail parrls@state.gov. Application should be sent via Fed Ex or DHL. Applications sent via the US MAIL may NOT be received in time. All applications may be submitted by fax, email OR courier to: Larry S. Parr, INL/RM/RM, Navy Hill South (202) 776-8761 Department of State 2430 E. Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20520 ADDITIONALLY, a copy of the application should be sent to Robert Palmer at PalmerRA@state.gov. If sent by fax or email, an original is not required. 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 a resume 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. Sincerely, Larry S. Parr, Senior Advisor 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-06-053 (INL) 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 08/15/06 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED: 09/18/06 FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 4:00 PM Eastern local time 4. POSITION TITLE: Aerial Eradication Advisor, Bogot?, Colombia 5. MARKET VALUE: FS-2 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: November 06 ? November 07 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Bogot?, Colombia 8. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below General Statement of the Purpose of this Contract and Responsibilities of the Contractor The purpose of this personal services contract position is to provide an Aerial Eradication Advisor for the bilateral CN aviation program in Colombia. The incumbent serves as in-country aviation advisor, responsible to the Director of the Narcotics Affairs Section, for providing program implementation, direction and execution oversight in support of host nation counter-narcotics (CN) operations as well as providing INL/A contractor oversight for the Director of the Office of Aviation. The incumbent effects high level interagency coordination among the American Embassy, host nation CN police and military forces, other military services, aviation support services contractors and other participating agencies. The Aviation Advisor evaluates training and operational effectiveness of in-country Department of State programs, to include interdiction and eradication operations, ensuring all aviation programs retain requisite operational and logistical fluidity. He/she also monitors and evaluates the aviation support services contractor's performance in maintenance, operations and logistics. A. Description of work Perform oversight and evaluation of contractor operations for the INL Office of Aviation. This oversight includes, but is not limited to, reviewing and recommending approval of waivers to published directives, authorizing use of Office of Aviation aircraft, reviewing contractor flight operations procedures, and monitoring contractor pilot proficiency. Submits periodic written evaluations of the contractor?s activities, and provides comprehensive award fee input to the Senior Aviation Advisor regarding contractor performance related to host aviation support for inclusion in the monthly award fee evaluation. Assist the Senior Aviation Advisor in directing and coordinating aircraft and personnel deployments within Colombia for the purpose of destroying coca and poppy crops through aerial eradication, intercepting illegal drug shipments through aviation support to interdiction ground forces, and providing counter-narcotics aviation training and support for the nationalization of the program. Develop, coordinate, organize, and implement comprehensive operational systems and procedures for the Office of Aviation. These operational systems and procedures include, but are not limited to, the Department of State Aircrew Training Program, Department of State Aviation Operations Directives, Department of State Guide to Aviation Training and Standardization, Department of State Aircrew Training Manuals, Office of Aviation Standard Operating Procedures for counter-narcotics operations in Colombia, and Deployment Operations procedures in support of host nation operations throughout Colombia. Develop operational tactics and new training procedures (through the contractor and the Office of Aviation training/standardization staff) for the purpose of enhancing aerial eradication and ground interdiction operations. These tactics, techniques and procedures include, but are not limited to, day, night and Night Vision Goggle (NVG) aerial eradication and interdiction support tactics, and armed helicopter escort operations in support of the counter-narcotics mission in Colombia. Provide operational direction and guidance to the contractor and host nations? aviation operations activities and personnel, for the purpose of destroying coca and poppy plants, and interdicting the flow of the finished narcotic products into the United States. This activity includes, but is not limited to, planning and coordination with U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, Drug Enforcement Agency, Customs, other federal agencies, and host nation law enforcement agencies, for the purpose of destroying illegal narcotics crops through aerial eradication and intercepting illegal drug shipments through interdiction operations. Advise the NAS Director and host nation CN forces on the strategic deployment of airframes in support of eradication and interdiction operations throughout Colombia. Develop, in coordination with host nation public forces and other USG agencies, strategic eradication plans which will lead to the destruction of illicit crops within Colombia. Provide direction and oversight for contractor and host nation aviation training and standardization. Implement DoS INL Office of Aviation flight regulations, aviation training and standardization, and aircrew training programs. Provide oversight of the rotary-wing and fixed-wing aviation standardization program. Collect, review, and disseminate data on aviation tactics, techniques, and employment in support of the counter-narcotics mission of the Office of Aviation. Coordinate for facilities support through the NAS and or respective host nation for contractor operations. Assist the Senior Aviation Advisor with the coordination of logistical support for aviation operations, to include chemical, POL and fuel. Minimum Qualification: U.S. citizen, subject to State Department Secret level security clearance; Basic knowledge of the aerial application of herbicides, as well as tactics, techniques and procedures for aerial application in a high-threat environment. Basic knowledge of the platforms used for aerial application and spray systems utilized. Basic knowledge of the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) used in the conduct of aerial application, such as Falcon View Del Norte or similar systems. Basic knowledge of aviation aircrew training and standardization programs, to include: operating directives, training and standardization publications, aircrew training manuals, and related documents. Basic 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. Basic knowledge of the tactical employment of fixed and rotary-wing aircraft in counter-narcotics operations, including capabilities, limitations and techniques of the employment of aircraft used by the Office of Aviation. Experience as an aircraft operations officer/manager in a military or civil organization involved in the training and standardization of rotary-wing pilots, the tactical employment of aircraft in a high-threat environment, and the deployment of aircraft to OCONUS locations is desirable. Broad knowledge of and experience in the formulation of plans and policies pertaining to operations and unit level flight-training activities. Should have a basic knowledge of command communications, government intelligence procedures, and Department of State flight operations procedures. Knowledge of the Spanish language is required. Knowledge of and skill in operation of desk-top computer based word processing systems. EVALUATION 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. Offertory?s ability to develop, coordinate, organize, implement, and oversee comprehensive procedures for the Department of State. Work includes developing multi-national/multi-cultural fixed and rotary-wing pilot training programs, plans, policies, and procedures for the Office of Aviation; coordinating recommendations from standardization committees, consulting with the Senior Aviation Advisor regarding ongoing projects, providing guidance to the contractor/host nation instructors, and overseeing implementation of the Aircrew Training Program (ATP). Factor 2. Offertory?s ability to assist the Senior Aviation Advisor in directing and coordinating aircraft and personnel deployments within Colombia for the purpose of destroying coca and poppy crops through aerial eradication, intercepting illegal drug shipments through interdiction, and provide host nation counter-narcotics aviation training and support for the institutionalization program. Factor 3. Offertory?s ability to develop operational tactics and new training procedures for the purpose of enhancing aerial eradication and interdiction operations. These tactics and procedures include, but are not limited to day, night and Night Vision Goggle (NVG) aerial eradication and interdiction tactics, and armed helicopter escort operations in support of the counter-narcotics mission in Colombia. Factor 4. Offertory?s ability to provide operational direction and guidance to the contractor and host nation Aviation operations activities and personnel for the purpose of destroying coca and poppy, and interdicting the flow of the finished narcotic products into the United States. This includes, but is not limited to, planning and coordination with U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, Drug Enforcement Agency, Customs, other federal agencies, and host nation law enforcement agencies for the purpose of destroying illegal narcotics crops through aerial eradication and intercepting illegal drug shipments through aerial interdiction operations. Factor 5. Offertory?s ability to: A. Provide direction and oversight for contractor and host nation aviation training and standardization. B. Implement DoS INL Office of Aviation flight regulations, aviation training and standardization, and aircrew training programs. C. Coordinate for facilities support through the Narcotics Affairs Section and the host nation for contractor operations. Factor 6. (Experience/Past Performance). Offertory?s previous experience and quality of performance. (Evaluator may use all evaluation information available at the time of the evaluation, whether provided by the applicant or obtained from references). B. 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. C. AS A MATTER OF POLICY, A PSC IS NORMALLY AUTHORIZED THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS (except for U.S. Resident in Country Hires): 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). * (A) 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). (J) Danger Pay (Section 650).
- Place of Performance
- Address: U.S. Embassy, Bogota, Colombia
- Country: COLOMBIA
- Country: COLOMBIA
- Record
- SN01115221-W 20060817/060815220530 (fbodaily.com)
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