SOURCES SOUGHT
R -- Senior Aviation Advisor PSC, Santa Cruz, Bolivia
- Notice Date
- 2/16/2006
- 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-06-016
- Response Due
- 3/16/2006
- Description
- SENIOR AVIATION ADVISOR (PSC) SANTA CRUZ, PERU 1. Solicitation Number: PSC-06-016, 2. Issuance Date: 02/16/2006, 3. Closing Date/Time Specified For Receipt Of Applications: 4:00 PM ET 3/16/2006, 4. Position Title: Senior Aviation Advisor, 5. Market Value: estimated $74,148 6. Period Of Performance: April 2006 - April 2007, 7. Place Of Performance: Santa Cruz, Peru, 8. Job Description: See below. SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC) for the Department of State (DOS), Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL). The United States Government, represented by the Department of State, is seeking proposals from individual U.S. citizens interested in providing services under a Personal Services Contract as described herein. DOS intends to award a contract for the basic term of one year with four one-year options to be exercised at the discretion of the DOS. Submissions shall be made in accordance with the information provided herein at the place and time specified. Any questions may be directed to Sonja Rocks, Contracting Officer, INL/RM/MS, DOS, at FAX No. (202) 776-8686 or E-Mail RocksSM@state.gov. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Proposals must include a resume, an Optional Form 612, and three letters of reference including contact information for the references. Proposals must be sent via fax or email to Sonja Rocks with original copy sent by Federal Express or DHL. Do not send applications via the US Postal Service as they may not be received on time. The address for sending applications by Federal Express or DHL is: Sonja Rocks, INL/RM/RM, SA4 Navy Hill South, Room 102, Department of State, 2430 E. Street NW, Washington D.C. 20520. Late proposals will not be accepted, unless the submission was mishandled once received in DOS. Applicants must 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. INL/A SENIOR AVIATION ADVISOR, SANTA CRUZ, BOLIVIA 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, Santa Cruz, Bolivia. The Office of Aviation provides planning, operational and logistical support and contract oversight for the INL counter-narcotics aviation program in Latin America. The Office of Aviation performs this mission using a fleet of 174 fixed and rotary wing aircraft, 30 Government employees, over 1100 aviation support contractor employees, and approximately 800 host nation law enforcement/military personnel operating in the United States, three South American countries and Pakistan. The Office is divided into the Headquarters Group, the Operations Division, the Logistics Division, and Contracting Officer?s Representative, all of whom provide support and oversight of the contractor and host nation aviation operations. The Director, Office of Aviation directs the Department of State International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Aviation program through approximately 10 subordinate supervisors (in four countries), and formal policies, procedures, and reporting requirements. The Office of Aviation is responsible for the curtailment of the supply of illegal drugs from foreign sources into the United States through aerial eradication of drug crops, interdiction of refining laboratories and trafficking activities, and other enforcement operations as directed by the Secretary. PURPOSE: The purpose of this professional services contract position is to provide a Senior Aviation Advisor for the Office of Aviation program in Bolivia. The incumbent serves as the senior in-country aviation advisor, accountable to the U.S. Ambassador, for providing program implementation, direction and execution oversight of INL/A provided aviation assets in support of host nation counter-narcotics (CN) efforts. The individual 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. 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. Monitors and evaluates aviation support services, contractor's performance in maintenance, operations and logistics. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The incumbent works under the direct supervision of the Narcotics Affairs Section (NAS) Director; however, the individual exercises wide latitude for independent action, initiating projects and executing approved new programs under general supervision. The incumbent may coordinate directly with the Office of Aviation and the US Embassy for the purposes of this program. Completed work is reviewed for timeliness and effectiveness. 2. STATEMENT OF WORK Perform oversight and evaluation of contractor operations. 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, monitoring contractor pilot proficiency, and monitoring contractor training and assistance to the host nation unit. Submit weekly written reports of the contractor?s performance and activities to the Office of Aviation, and provide comprehensive monthly award fee input to the Contracting Officer?s Representative (COR) regarding contractor performance related to the Bolivian Air Force Red Devil Task Force (RDTF). Direct and coordinate aircraft and personnel deployments within Bolivia for the purpose of destroying illicit narcotics crops through eradication, intercepting illegal drug shipments through aerial interdiction, and providing RDTF counter-narcotics aviation training and support for the institutionalization program. Develop, coordinate, organize, and implement comprehensive operational systems and procedures for the Office of Aviation/RDTF. 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 Bolivia, and Deployment Operations procedures in support of the RDTF operations throughout Bolivia. Develop operational tactics and new training procedures (through the contractor and the Office of Aviation training/standardization staff) for the purpose of enhancing eradication and aerial interdiction operations, and for expanding the capability of the RDTF. These tactics and procedures will be based on the RDTF mission statement, and include, but are not be limited to Night Vision Goggle operations and tactics, internal and external load operations, and if required helicopter escort tactics/rules of engagement/aerial gunnery in support of the counter-narcotics mission in Bolivia. Provide operational direction and guidance to the contractor and RDTF operations activities and personnel for the purpose of destroying illicit narcotics crops, and interdicting the flow of the finished narcotic products into the United States. This duty includes, but is not limited to planning and coordinating 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. Provide direction and oversight for contractor and RDTF aviation training and standardization. Implement DoS INL Office of Aviation flight regulations, aviation training and standardization, and aircrew training programs. Oversee the RDTF Aviation Unit 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. Maintain constant liaison with Office of Aviation, U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, 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. Oversee activities of up to three Department of State PSC?s and approximately 20 contractor personnel. Provide both technical and operational/standardization oversight to the RDTF Unit staff, and technical direction and management to contractor employees. Plan work, set or negotiate deadlines and completion dates, and review, accept or reject final work. Assign work based on work priorities, difficulty of the assignments, and capabilities of the employees. Give advice and instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters. Identify developmental and training needs, discover ways to improve the quality of work, and develop overall performance standards for both USG and contractor personnel. 3. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS In-depth knowledge of Aviation 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. In-depth knowledge of tactical employment of fixed and rotary wing aircraft in a counter-narcotics operation, including capabilities, limitations and techniques of employment of aircraft used by the Office of Aviation. Must have extensive 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. 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 flight operations procedures. Highly specialized skill in the operation of aircraft as a pilot. Knowledge of the Spanish language is required. Knowledge of and skill in operation of desktop computer based word processing systems. Knowledge of U.S. Government contract administration procedures is desirable. 4. COMPLEXITY Assignments include analysis of all facets of aviation operations management and involve a fleet of fixed wing and rotary wing, tactical and transport aircraft, which function within an integrated program of diverse counter-narcotics missions. These missions include eradication, aerial interdiction, forward area aerial re-supply, replenishment, sustainment, and host nation aviation training. Incumbent must apply specialized and professional knowledge to supervise flight standardization oversight of aviation support contractor and RDTF pilots operating in Bolivia and at multiple forward operating locations. The incumbent oversees multi-national/multi-cultural pilot training programs, plans, policies, and procedures for the Office of Aviation, coordinates recommendations from staff officers, consults with the Director of Operations, Office of Aviation regarding ongoing projects, provides guidance to Standardization Pilots, contractor, RDTF Aviation Unit and PSC operations personnel, and oversees implementation of the program. These plans and procedures include, but are not limited to development of a Night Vision Goggle training plan for RDTF Aviation Unit rotary wing pilots. The incumbent performs continuous analysis of interrelated issues of effectiveness and efficiency affecting the Office of Aviation?s aviation program that will improve flight safety of aviation operations in support of the counter-narcotics mission. 5. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is both physical and sedentary in nature and involves activity at both the main and field locations. May require some physical exertion and dexterity Incumbent must be able to independently perform fieldwork in remote areas for extended periods without assistance. 6. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work is primarily conducted in an office or aircraft hangar with some travel to the field for meetings, conferences, activity reviews, and field inspections and or program evaluations. Some field sites have been declared hazardous duty locations by the Department of State due to hostile activities of the narco-traffickers and therefore pose significant risk to the incumbent while at these sites. B. EVALUATION CRITERIA Factor 1. (Contract Oversight). Offeror?s ability to: a. Perform oversight and evaluation of contractor operations, to include ensuring compliance with INL/A policies/procedures/directives, 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. b. Prepare and coordinate periodic reports, both orally and in writing. Factor 2. (Direct and Coordinate Actions). Offeror?s ability to a. Direct and coordinate aircraft and personnel deployments within Bolivia for the purpose of eradicating illicit crops, aerial interdiction, and RDTF aviation training and support for the institutionalization program. b. Develop, coordinate, organize, and implement comprehensive operational systems and procedures for the Office of Aviation/RDTF; including 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 operations in Peru, and Deployment Operations procedures in support of RDTF operations throughout Bolivia. Factor 3. (Provide Direction and Planning). Offeror?s ability to: a. Provide operational direction and guidance to the contractor and RDTF operations activities and personnel for the purpose of eradicating and interdicting the flow of illegal drugs within Bolivia. b. Perform planning and coordination with U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, Drug Enforcement Agency, and Customs, other federal agencies, and host nation military/law enforcement agencies for the purpose of eradicating illicit crops, intercepting illegal drug shipments and aerial interdiction operations. Factor 4. (Experience/Past Performance). 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). C. 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) * (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), and (J) Danger Pay (Section 650). * Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas). 3. CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIB) and ACQUISITION & ASSISTANCE POLICY DIRECTIVES (AAPD) PERTAINING TO PSCs AAPD 05-10 Calculation of Vacation Leave for U.S. Personal Services Contractors AAPD 04-05 Defense Base Act (DBA) Coverage and DBA Waiver List CIB 00-05 PSCs Annual Health Insurance Costs CIB 99-07 Contractual Coverage for Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) Services CIB 98-24 Use of Compensatory (Comp) Time by PSCs CIB 98-19 Home Leave under USPSCs CIB 98-16 Annual Salary Increase for USPSCs CIB 96-19 U. S. Personal Services Contract (USPSC) - Leave CIB 94-9 Sunday Pay for U.S. Personal Services Contractors (PSCs) CIB 93-17 Financial Disclosure Requirements Under a Personal Services Contract (PSC) 4. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCs (A) Optional Form 612, **(B) Contractor Physical Examination (AID Form 1420-62), **(C) Questionnaire for Sensitive Positions (for National Security) (SF-86), or **(D) Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85), **(E) Finger Print Card (FD-258). **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. If you have any questions regarding this solicitation you may contact the DOS Official named herein. The State Department is not responsible for any data/text that may not be received when retrieving this document electronically. Amendments to the solicitation will be posted on the Federal Business Opportunities website www.fedbizopps.gov. Interested and potential respondents are responsible for obtaining amendments that may be issued via the Federal Business Opportunities website or by contacting the Contracting Officer.
- Place of Performance
- Address: Santa Cruz, Bolivia
- Country: Bolivia
- Country: Bolivia
- Record
- SN00989568-W 20060218/060216211943 (fbodaily.com)
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