MODIFICATION
R -- Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (USPSC/TCN) – Food for Peace Officer - Amendment 1
- Notice Date
- 10/31/2011
- Notice Type
- Modification/Amendment
- NAICS
- 561990
— All Other Support Services
- Contracting Office
- Agency for International Development, Overseas Missions, Kenya USAID-Nairobi, Unit #64102, APO, 09831-4102
- ZIP Code
- 09831-4102
- Solicitation Number
- SOL-695-12-000001
- Archive Date
- 12/1/2011
- Point of Contact
- Ali M. Ali, Phone: 254208622451, Michael Makosala, Phone: 254-20-8622000
- E-Mail Address
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alali@usaid.gov, mmakosala@usaid.gov
(alali@usaid.gov, mmakosala@usaid.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- Competitive 8(a)
- Description
- New Amendment extends closing time to November 16, 2011 (4.00pm Nairobi time) 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: SOL-695-12-000001 2. ISSUANCE DATE: October 14, 2011 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: November 16, 2011 04:00PM Nairobi, Kenya Time 4. POSITION TITLE: Personal Services Contractor (USPSC/TCN) - Food for Peace Officer 5. MARKET VALUE: The position is classified at the equivalent of a GS-13 or GS 14, with an annual salary range of $71,674 to $93,175 or $84,697 to $110,104 respectively. Salary is not negotiable beyond this range. 6. WHO MAY APPLY: US Citizens (Offshore or Local) or Third Country Nationals. 7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: A base of two years. 8. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Bujumbura, Burundi. 9. SECURITY ACCESS: Secret. 10. DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Director of USAID/ East Africa Office for Food for Peace. 11. POSITION DESCRIPTION: A. BACKGROUND The Republic of Burundi recently emerged from more than a decade of brutal civil war and held democratic elections in 2005. It faces a host of complex food issues requiring Title II food assistance. Low agricultural productivity, limited non-farm opportunities, and lack of access to basic social services continue to hinder advancements in food security. In FY 2011, Burundi received has received $25 million in Title II food aid assistance, of which $8 million was for emergency food aid, and $17 million was for non-emergency programs. To help determine the need for and improve, monitor, and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the assistance provided under the Title II food aid program in Burundi, the United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications from U.S. citizens or Third Country Nationals interested in the position of Food for Peace Officer in Burundi. With technical support from the Regional FFP Office based at the USAID/East Africa regional mission in Nairobi, the FFP Officer will ensure effective management of FFP resources in Burundi. The FFP Officer will ensure effective management of FFP resources in Burundi. His/her primary responsibilities will be to: (1) monitor, report and advise on the implementation and performance of ongoing Title II programs, including the technically-complex PM2A activities; and (2) assess and report on all food security issues, to include changes in the food security situation and food aid requirements, government policies and actions affecting food aid programs. B. SPECIFIC DUTIES The FFP Officer will undertake the following duties: 1. Serve as point of contact for all issues pertaining to Title II food aid in Burundi for the USAID Country Representative in Burundi, USAID/Washington, the regional FFP Office in Nairobi, other parts of the U.S. government, PVOs, international organizations, host nation governmental ministries and agencies, and others in the country. 2. Monitor and report on implementation of ongoing Title II programs, including performance of grantees, progress towards meeting objectives, problems encountered and commodity management, including following up on the status of commodity losses and claims. 3. Provide information and guidance to Title II assistance award recipients on Title II regulations, policies and procedures. 4. Report on all food security issues, to include changes in the food security situation and food aid requirements, government policies and actions affecting food aid programs, government food aid programs, and donor pledges and programs. 5. Coordinate with the U.S. Government Country Team, host government, PVOs, international organizations, donors, and others to address issues impacting Title II food aid. 6. Undertake and report on assessments to inform Title II food aid funding decisions or modifications to ongoing programs. 7. Work with PVOs on preparation of annual work plans and program modifications, and with WFP and regional FFP staff on new appeals or revisions to existing ones. 8. Work with other parts of the U.S. government and other donors to promote integration of food aid with other programs to increase the effectiveness of the programs overall. 9. When delegated authority to do so by the FFP Director, serve as COTR for Title II programs. 10. Supervise assigned FSN staff. 11. Undertake other tasks, as assigned. The basic duties and responsibilities do not change between the GS 13 and GS 14 levels. An employee meeting the qualifications for GS 14 and hired at that level, however, is expected to exercise a higher level of autonomy and require less technical support from FFP/Washington and the Regional FFP Office in Nairobi. Individuals hired at the GS-13 level who during the course of the contract meet the GS-14 minimum requirements, can be considered for promotion based on performance. C. SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP The FFP Officer will be supervised on a day-to-day basis by the USAID Country Representative in Burundi, but is expected to be in regular contact with the regional FFP Office in Nairobi, as well as FFP/Washington, to report any information pertaining to ongoing Title II programs. The regional FFP office is available to provide the guidance on technical food aid issues and support through regular visits. The FFP Officer in Burundi will be evaluated annually by the USAID Country Representative in Burundi, with technical inputs from the regional FFP office. The incumbent may supervise one or more FSN staff. D. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS The incumbent is expected to take initiative and act independently with little direction, but will have no authority to make financial commitments on behalf of the U.S. Government unless such authority is specifically delegated. E. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND EVALUATION CRITERIA MINUMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Determines basic eligibility for the position, candidates not meeting the basic qualification are NOT qualified for the position): • Bachelor's degree plus at least four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in international development or relief (one of which must be related to food aid) OR • Master's degree with significant study in a pertinent field (especially public health), plus at least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in international development or relief (one of which must be related to food aid); • Experience working on development or relief issues in the field; • Ability to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English and French; • Basic computer skills, to include knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, e-mail, and the internet; • If a US citizen, ability to obtain a SECRET level security clearance; and • Ability to obtain a Department of State medical clearance for Burundi MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR HIRING AT THE GS-14 LEVEL • Bachelor's degree plus at least eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in international development or relief (two of which must be related to food aid); OR • Master's degree with significant study in a pertinent field (especially public health), plus at least six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in international development or relief (two of which must be related to food aid); • At least two (2) years of experience working on development or relief issues in the field; • Ability to communicate effectively (Level III fluent) in both written and spoken English and French; • Basic computer skills, to include knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, e-mail, and the internet; • If a US citizen, ability to obtain a SECRET level security clearance; and. • Ability to obtain a Department of State medical clearance for [country]. Applicants not meeting minimum qualifications will not be evaluated further. F. QUALITY RANKING FACTORS Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and selective factors will be further evaluated based on the Quality Ranking Factors (QRF) listed below. Applicants are strongly encouraged to address each of the factors on a separate sheet describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, and/or education that are relevant to each factor. Be sure to include your name, social security number (if a US citizen), and the announcement number at the top of each additional page. 1. Professional Experience - 50 pts 1.a. Knowledge and experience with international development and relief (20 pts) 1.b. Knowledge and experience with Title II food aid programs (20 pts) 1.c. Technical expertise in a related field, such as nutrition, health, economics (10 pts) 2. Program Management - 30 pts 2.a. Ability to manage programs, including programmatic and financial issues (10 pts) 2.b. Ability to monitor and evaluate programs (10 pts) 2.c. Ability to review, evaluate and apply complex policies and regulations (10 pts) 3. Interpersonal and Communications Skills - 20 points 3.a. Ability to provide, concise, accurate reporting, verbally and in writing (10 points) 3.b. Ability to work effectively as a team member in diverse cultures (10 points) NOTICE TO APPLICANTS: The USAID reserves the right to obtain from previous employers relevant information concerning the applicant's past performance and may consider such information in its evaluation. a) Period of Performance The Personal Services Contract will be for two years with the possibility/options of two-one year extensions up to a maximum of four years. Exercising the options to extend will depend on continuing need of services, availability of funds, and satisfactory or better performance. b) Compensation This position has been classified at a U.S. Government GS 13 or GS 14. The actual salary of the successful candidate will be negotiated within the GS 13 or GS14 salary depending on qualifications and previous salary history. c) Applying Qualified individuals are requested to submit: A U.S. Government Standard Form 171 or Optional Form 612 (available at the USAID website, http://www.usaid.gov/procurement_bus_opp/procurement/forms or internet http://fillform.gsa.gov, or at Federal offices); All applicants must submit a cover letter (3 pages maximum) addressing how they meet the required qualifications for this position (see Qualification section of this Solicitation). Each of the expected qualifications should be addressed in the cover letter. Applications must be received by the closing date and time at the address specified in the cover letter. To ensure consideration of applications for the intended position, please reference the solicitation number on your application, and as the subject line in any cover letter. The highest ranking applicants may be selected for an interview. d) Basis of Rating Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be evaluated based on the criteria listed above. Applicants are strongly encouraged to address each of the criteria on a separate sheet describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education, and/or award you have received that are relevant to each. Be sure to include your name, social security number (if a US citizen), and the announcement number at the top of each additional page. Failure to address the selective and/or quality ranking factors may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards. e) Medical and Security Clearance Requirements 1. The successful applicant must receive medical clearance for serving in Burundi. Details of how to obtain US Department of State Medical Unit medical clearance will be provided once a job offer is made and accepted. 2. The successful applicant must be able to receive USAID secret security clearance that involves applicant's comprehensive background investigation performed by a US Government Agency. Benefits and Allowances As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a PSC is normally authorized the benefits and allowances listed in this section. [NOTE: A contractor meeting the definition of a U.S. Resident Hire PSC, shall be subject to U.S. Federal Income Tax, but shall not be eligible for any fringe benefits (except contributions for FICA, health insurance, and life insurance), including differentials and allowances.] 1. BENEFITS: Employee's FICA Contribution Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance Pay Comparability Adjustment Eligibility for Worker's Compensation Annual & Sick Leave Access to Embassy medical facilities, commissary and pouch mail service per post policy 2. ALLOWANCES (If Applicable*): Temporary Lodging Allowance (Section 120) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130) Post Allowance (Section 220) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230) Post Differential (Chapter 500) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600) Danger Pay (Section 650) Educational Allowance (Section 270) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260) Educational Travel (Section 280) * Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas). 3. FEDERAL TAXES: USPSCs are not exempt from payment of Federal Income taxes under the foreign earned income exclusion. List of Required Forms for PSCs In addition to the forms listed below, applicants are required to address each of the Evaluation Criteria on a separate sheet describing specifically and accurately their expertise, experience, training, education, and/or awards relevant to each criterion, per instructions in sections J. Other Eligibility Requirements and K. Evaluation Criteria, above. Forms outlined below can be found at: http://www.usaid.gov/procurement_bus_opp/procurement/psc_solicit/ 1. Standard Form 171 or Optional Form 612. 2. Contractor Physical Examination (DS 1843).** 3. AID 6-1 (Request for Security Action)** 4. SF-86 (Questionnaire for National Security Positions)** 5. FD-258 (Fingerprint Cards) 2 each** 6. AID 610-14 (Authority for Release of Information)** 7. AID 6-85 (Foreign Residence Data)** 8. Fair Credit Reporting Act of 1970, As Amended** 9. Notice Required by the Privacy Act of 1974** ** Forms 2 through 9 shall be completed only upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job. Note: The selected individual shall be required to obtain a background security clearance. Contract Information Bulletins (CIBs/AAPDs) Pertaining to PSCs AAPD 10-03 AIDAR, APPENDIX D: IMPLEMENTING BENEFITS FOR SAME-SEX DOMESTIC PARTNERS OF USPSCs -- 04/12/10 AAPD 10-02 Exceptions to FAR Requirements for Central Contractor Registration And Masking Contractor-Specific Data Elements in FPDS-NG--SBU -- 01/08/10 AAPD 10-01 PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACTS -- CHANGES IN USG REIMBURSEMENT AMOUNTS FOR HEALTH INSURANCE AND PHYSICAL EXAMINATION COSTS -- 01/08/10 AAPD 06-12 Homeland Security Presidential Directive-12 (HSPD-12) Implementation -- 10/17/06 AAPD 06-11 Home Leave and Revised General Provision 5, Leave and Holidays (AUGUST 2006) -- 09/12/06 AAPD 06-10 PSC MEDICAL EXPENSE PAYMENT RESPONSIBILITY -- October 30, 2006 AAPD 06-09 AIDAR, APPENDIX J: ORDER OF PREFERENCE FOR HIRING COOPERATING COUNTRY NATIONALS (CCNs) AND THIRD COUNTRY NATIONALS (TCNs) -- JUNE 23, 2006 AAPD 06-08 AIDAR, APPENDICES D AND J: USING THE OPTIONAL SCHEDULE TO INCREMENTALLY FUND CONTRACTS-- JUNE 23, 2006 AAPD 06-07 AIDAR, APPENDIX D: CONTRACT BUDGET, SALARY DETERMINATION AND SALARY INCREASES -- 05/19/06 AAPD 05-08 PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACTS -- ANNUAL HEALTH INSURANCE COSTS FOR 2005 -- 06/30/05 AAPD 05-02 Clarification of Policy for Personal Services Contracts with Anticipated Contract Performance Periods Exceeding Five (5) Years -- 03/10/05 AAPD 04-15 CASH AWARDS FOR USPSCs AND TCNPSCs -- 10/15/04 AAPD 04-15 Amendment 1 CASH AWARDS FOR USPSCs AND TCNPSCs -- 10/01/08 AAPD 04-13 Revised Procedures Allowing for Classification of U.S. Personal Services Contracts Positions Up to the GS-15 Equivalent -- 09/21/04 AAPD 03-11 Revision of Contracts/Contract Procedures for Personal Services Contracts with Foreign Service Nationals (FSNs) to Work in Iraq and Afghanistan -- 12/02/03 AAPD 03-07 Revised Instructions to Contracting/Agreement Officers on their Role in the Debt Collection Process -- 09/30/04 CIB 01-10 Revision of Medical Clearance Process - Personal Services Contracts ("PSCs") with U.S. Citizens -- 03/31/01 CIB 01-09 Competitive Process - Personal Services Contracts ("PSCs") with U.S. Citizens for Support of HIV/AIDS and Infectious Disease Initiatives -- 03/30/01 CIB 01-07 Clarification of the Extension/Renewal Policy Regarding Personal Services Contracts (PSCs) -- 03/23/01 CIB 01-05 Clarification of the Rest and Recuperation (R&R) Policy Regarding Third Country Nationals (TCNs) -- 03/2001 CIB 00-08S Revision of Competitive Process-Personal Services Contracts ("PSCs") with U.S. Citizens -- 03/00 CIB 00-08 Revision of Competitive Process - Personal Services Contracts ("PSCs") with U.S. Citizens -- 10/00 CIB 00-03 00 FICA & Medicare Tax Rates for Personal Services Contracts (PSCs) -- 01/00 CIB 99-22 PSC Policy -- 10/99 CIB 99-15 Changes to AIDAR Concerning Resident Hires and Deviations -- 08/99 CIB 98-23 Guidance Regarding Classified Contract Security and Contractor Personnel Security Requirements -- 12?/98 CIB 98-14 Change in Required Application Form for USPSCs -- 05/98 CIB 98-12 Guidance Regarding Advertisement of Personal Services Contracts (PSCs), and Requirements for Evaluating Applications for PSCs -- 04/98 CIB 98-11 Determining a Market Value for Personal Services Contractors Hired Under Appendix D, Handbook 14 -- 04/98 CIB 97-19 Advertising for Short-Term Personal Services -- 08/97 CIB 97-17 PSC's with U.S. Citizens or U.S. Resident Aliens -- 07/97 CIB 97-16 Class Justification for Use of Other Than Full and 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 -- 07/97 CIB 96-23 Unauthorized Provision in Personal Services Contracts -- 09/96 CIB 94-09 Sunday Pay for U.S. Personal Services Contractors (PSCs)-- 1994 CIB 93-17 Financial Disclosure Requirements under a Personal Services Contract (PSC) -- 11/93 CIB 89-29 Use of Government Bill of Lading for Transportation of Personal Service Contractor (PSC) Household Effects, Unaccompanied Baggage, and Privately Owned Vehicles -- 11//89 Various Contract Information Bulletins (CIBs) and Acquisition and Assistance Policy Directives (AAPDs) pertain to Personal Services Contracts can be found at: http://www.usaid.gov/procurement_bus_opp/procurement/cib/subject.html#psc Additionally, AIDAR Appendixes D or J also applies to PSCs can be found at: http://www.usaid.gov/policy/ads/300/aidar.pdf Point of Contact Via e-mail: to Ali Mohamed Ali at Alali@usaid.gov. Please quote the number and position title of this solicitation on the subject line of your e-mail application. Any questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted no later than October 25, 2011.
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- Address: Bujumbura, Burundi., Burundi
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