SOLICITATION NOTICE
R -- Police Advisor
- Notice Date
- 3/23/2007
- Notice Type
- Solicitation Notice
- 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, UNITED STATES
- ZIP Code
- 00000
- Solicitation Number
- PSC-07-028-INL
- Response Due
- 4/9/2007
- Archive Date
- 4/24/2007
- 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 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. Police Advisor (PSC), Lima , Peru Issuance Date: 03/23/2007 Closing Date: 04/09/2007 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-07-028-INL 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 (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 Margaret A. Dickson, INL/RM/MS, DOS, who may be reached at FAX No. (202) 776-8686 OR E-Mail dicksonma@state.gov. All applications should be sent via Fed Ex or DHL, facsimile, or e-mail. The use of US MAIL is not recommended and may NOT be received in time prior to the closing date. However, all applications submitted by FedEx or DHL should be sent to the following address: Margaret A. Dickson Department of State 2430 E. Street, NW INL/RM/RM, Navy Hill South, Rm. 107 Washington, D.C. 20037 Late applications shall not be accepted, unless there was a mishandling once received in DOS. Along with the 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 that accompany their proposals. Please reference the number of this solicitation when sending your application. There is one position that will be filled from this solicitation. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-07-028-INL ISSUANCE DATE: 03/23/2007 CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED: 04/09/2007 FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 16:00 PM ET POSITION TITLE: Police Advisor MARKET VALUE: FS-02 (Equivalent GS-13/14) PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: May 2007 - May 2008 extendable as required. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Lima, Peru JOB DESCRIPTION: See below BACKGROUND This position is located in the Narcotics Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy in Lima, Peru. The incumbent is the principal expert, policy advisor and coordinator on law enforcement/national police programs for NAS in support of police counter-narcotics institutional development activities in Peru. The incumbent independently conducts cross-organizational and cross-sectoral negotiations and evaluations of programs. The advisor is responsible for program management services to design, plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate the National Police Program, police training activities, and operations in the field, which have an annual budget of approximately USD 9 million. The incumbent advises the Peruvian National Police (PNP) and develops strategic plans and policy documents in coordination with officials of the PNP, the NAS, other Mission offices including DEA, other countries, international organizations, concerning the implementation of international narcotics and law enforcement project activities, regulations, and policies nationwide. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES A. Serve as the NAS project advisor to plan, design and implement a program to develop the institutional capacity of the Peruvian National Police (PNP), primarily the National Drug Directorate (DIRANDRO), to successfully decrease and discourage drug production and trafficking in Peru. Develop goals, objectives, and budgets for the program in accordance with the Mission Performance Plan for counter-narcotics, including indicators to evaluate annual performance. Manage program operations to ensure that program objectives are being achieved as outlined in the project agreement. B. Assist NAS Director and Deputy in analyzing and evaluating the planning, design, and implementation of programs, keep Director and Deputy informed on day-to-day basis regarding the performance of the Peruvian National Police (PNP), Antidrug Directorate (DIRANDRO) and other elements of the PNP involved in counter-narcotics activities. Recommend course corrections or policy changes. Supervise Deputy Police Advisor (FP-02), EFM Program Assistant (FP-05), and two FSNs: Program Assistant (FSN-10), and one FSN-08.. C. Advise DIRANDRO General and other senior officers, providing guidance on counter-narcotics program development, planning, and evaluation. Meet regularly with high-level PNP officials to discuss operations and policies. D. Work with PNP training officers and appropriate outside consultants, to devise and support an overall training program for DIRANDRO based upon a determination of appropriate skill sets needed by DIRANDRO personnel. Conduct regular liaison meetings with DIRANDRO training officers to develop an annual training plan, approve requests for assistance, ensure proper use of NAS training funds, and monitor effectiveness of activities. Assist PNP in organizing seminars and training courses in country. In coordination with the NAS Aviation Training Officer and the NAS Training Officer (Deputy Director), establish an annual training budget for police training at U.S. military institutions and recommend to PNP officials appropriate training courses. E. Coordinate closely with DEA and DIRANDRO special investigative and intelligence collection units to improve, develop, and monitor effectiveness of all the activities. Coordinate with DEA on operational activities, development of budgets, and approval of financial and commodity support for police units supported with funds managed by NAS for DEA through interagency Memoranda of Agreement. Coordinate with USAID on Mission CN Strategy of eradication, interdiction, and alternative development. F. Prepare comprehensive periodic reports and cables on major law enforcement issues in Peru, such as drug seizures, and comprehensive analytical reports, such as changes in drug trafficking patterns, significant developments in institutional capacity of the police, or policy recommendations. G. Evaluate requests from the PNP for operational, logistical, or institutional support and recommend course of action to NAS Director and deputy director. Prepare draft correspondence for appropriate reply. H. Working in conjunction with the NAS Procurement Office and NAS Administrative Officer, define annual commodity procurement requirements and provide estimated consumption forecasts for project-supported National Police activities, including institution building and tactical operations. Use consumption forecasts and requirements projection to prepare the annual commodity budget estimates. Work with PNP counterparts to quantify requirements, ensure validity of type and extent of support provided, and take appropriate action to ensure that commodities are utilized in accordance with regulations. Coordinate with the NAS Aviation Advisor, NAS Procurement, and the U.s. Military Advisory and Assistance Group (MAAG) to formulate and prioritize all logistical requirements to be met through U.S. military procurement channels or 506(a) drawdown authority. I. Evaluate police requests for construction projects in support of GOP counter-narcotics programs and recommend for approval, either by the Ministry of the Interior's CORAH project, the U.s. Army Corps of Engineers, or other contracting source. Participate in interagency USG meetings to determine priorities of Department of Defense funding for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects in country. J. Represent NAS in the field and at international meetings on all law enforcement issues. Prepare and present briefings to USG, GOP, and third country government officials concerning counter-narcotics programs in Peru. Coordinate at all levels with other USG agencies, GOP officials, and international donors. K. Working in conjunction with the NAS Accounting Office and NAS Administrative Officer, devise annual budgets for the Law Enforcement project that will facilitate achievement of project goals and objectives. Establish "earmarks" for major budgetary categories, including training, logistical, and operational support, and commodities. Monitor rate of expenditures from current and previous-year budgets and recommend budgetary reprogramming as appropriate throughout the budget year. Conduct on-site inspections to perform end-use monitoring to ensure that commodities, construction projects, and financial support are being properly utilized in accordance with sound professional management principles and practices meeting applicable USG regulatory standards and to prevent waste, fraud, or abuse in the use of USG resources. Monitor and review project performance against support plans, logistical requirements, and measures of effectiveness to ensure compliance with approved policy guidance. Perform continuing evaluations of progress towards meeting program objectives. Provide early notification f potential problem areas. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: A. Completion of a University Bachelor degree in a related field is required. A Masters degree is preferred. B. Prior work experience in counter-narcotics law enforcement of at least five years is required, with progressively expanding levels of responsibility. C. Spanish language fluency at the 3/3 level is required. D. Knowledge of program management policies, concepts, practices, and principles in order to analyze and develop recommendations for program operations and objectives of the U.S. international narcotics control strategy is required. The position requires strong management, drafting, analytical and interpersonal skills and encompasses the major elements of program management, including resource management, reporting and analysis, coordination, and policy formulation and execution. . E. Extensive knowledge of program development and administration is required. Prior experience as a program officer is highly desired. F. Knowledge of and skill in using management information systems, to include word processing, accounting, data base management and graphics applications, is required. Knowledge of basic statistics, accounting, budget and economic principles and techniques is highly desired. G. Superior skill as a negotiator is required in order to coordinate widely divergent views, with USG agencies international donors, and host nation interlocutors. H. Knowledge of Embassy organization and complex interrelated activities; as well, familiarity with programs, organization and operations of other USG elements involved in the counter-narcotics programs, particularly the military, is highly desired. I. Knowledge of the political, economic, legal, and military environment of Peru and regional factors affecting the counter-narcotics programs in order to conduct analysis and evaluation of the counter-narcotics operations and develop alternative strategies is desirable. J. Skill in applying analytical and problem solving methods is required to evaluate programs and recommend appropriate course corrections is required. K. Skill in oral and written communication is required to prepare and present complex analyses, recommendations, and solutions, including preparation of reporting cables, speeches, proposals, and reports. POSITION ELEMENTS A. SUPERVISION: The Contractor receives general policy advice, supervision, and guidance from the NAS Director or Deputy. Assignments are given in terms of broad general objectives. Incumbent must use good judgment, creativity, and independence in planning work to achieve specific goals and objectives. Informs supervisor of problem areas and presents recommended solutions. The advisor has full authority to address problems and constraints in program areas. Analysis, evaluations, and recommendations developed by the advisor are normally reviewed by management officials for potential influence on broad policy objectives and program goals. Findings and recommendations are normally accepted without significant change. B. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: The Contractor directly supervises a U.S. PSC Deputy Police advisor in the NAS, an EFM Police Assistant and two Foreign Service National employees in the NAS Program Office. The incumbent serves as mentor to the DIRANDRO General and other police generals and colonels, and advises them strengthening their institutions. C. GUIDELINES: Guidance is provided by Department and Administration policy and directives and operating procedures regarding U.S. international narcotics control matters. Since these guidelines provide only broad guidance, originality, resourcefulness and ingenuity are required to interpret, adapt, and apply them to complex program needs and situations. D. COMPLEXITY: Assignments involve organizations, operations, and functions of significant complexity with interrelated programs of both the USG and GOP in a complex international environment. Evaluation may result in the creation of new or substantially modified program objectives and operations. Initiates new or substantially modified methods and procedures which results in significant program changes. E. EXERCISE OF JUDGMENT: Extensive use of judgment is required to negotiate agreements and approve major expenditure of funds for commodities and construction. F. SCOPE AND EFFECTIVENESS: Assignments or objectives sought will involve extensive analysis and investigation to detect and resolve problems, effect several interrelated programs and impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of future international narcotics control operations and programs. G. NATURE, LEVEL AND PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contractor is expected to maintain close working relationships with all levels of the PNP and other GOP entities within the Ministry of the Interior and with USG personnel of various agencies. Contractor has frequent contact with officials of the GOP counter-narcotics control board CONTRADROGAS as well as with drug prosecutors and officials of the GOP's Public Ministry. Contacts often require persuasion, diplomacy, and cooperative relationships. H. AUTHORITY TO MAKE COMMITMENTS: The Contractor serves as the principal NAS expert and representative on police programs, to negotiate agreements, provide advice and guidance on plans and proposals, develop policy, and implement changes in program operations. EVALUATION CRITERIA FACTOR 1. Superior skill as a negotiator is required in order to coordinate widely divergent views, with USG agencies international donors, and host nation inter-locators. (5%) FACTOR 2. Knowledge of Embassy organization and complex interrelated activities, as well, familiarity with programs, organization and operations of other USG elements involved in the counter-narcotics programs, particularly the military is highly desired. (10%) FACTOR 3. Knowledge of the political, economic, legal, and military environment of Peru and regional factors affecting the counter-narcotics programs in order to conduct analysis and evaluation of the counter-narcotics operations and develop alternative strategies is desirable. (35%) FACTOR 4. Skill applying analytical and problem solving methods is required to evaluate programs and recommend appropriate course corrections is required. (10%) FACTOR 5. Skill in oral and written communication is required to prepare and present complex analysis, recommendations, and solutions, including preparation of reporting cables, speeches, proposals, and reports. (20%) FACTOR 6. Offeror'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, or other sources). (20%) 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. BENEFITS & ALLOWANCES AS A MATTER OF POLICY, A PSC IS NORMALLY AUTHORIZED THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES: BENEFITS Employee's FICA Contribution Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance Pay Comparability Adjustment Annual Increase Eligibility for Worker's Compensation Annual & Sick Leave ALLOWANCES (if applicable). Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance (Section 120). Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130). Post Allowance (Section 220). Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230). Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260). Education Allowance (Section 270). Education Travel (Section 280). Post Differential (Chapter 500). Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600). Danger Pay (Section 650).
- Place of Performance
- Address: Lima
- Country: PERU
- Country: PERU
- Record
- SN01257891-W 20070325/070323220549 (fbodaily.com)
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