SOLICITATION NOTICE
R -- USPSC - Logistics Specialist (Multiple Positions) M/OAA/DCHA/DOFDA-06-1211
- Notice Date
- 5/18/2006
- Notice Type
- Solicitation Notice
- NAICS
- 541614
— Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services
- Contracting Office
- Agency for International Development, Washington D.C., USAID/Washington, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Room 7.10-006, Washington, DC, 20523
- ZIP Code
- 20523
- Solicitation Number
- M-OAA-DCHA-DOFDA-06-1211
- Response Due
- 6/19/2006
- Archive Date
- 7/4/2006
- Description
- SOLICITATION NUMBER: M/OAA/DCHA/DOFDA-06-1211 ISSUANCE DATE: May 18, 2006 CLOSING DATE: June 19, 2006, 5:00PM EDT LADIES AND GENTLEMEN: SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC) - Logistics Specialist (Multiple Positions) The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications from qualified U.S. CITIZENS ONLY interested in providing PSC services as described in the attached solicitation. Applicants interested in applying for this position MUST submit the following materials: 1) Complete and hand-signed federal form OF-612. 2) Supplemental document specifically addressing the five (5) Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) shown in the solicitation. No exceptions to the minimum document submission requirements will be allowed. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Applications that are incomplete or received without a handwritten signature and supplemental QRF document will not be considered for the position. Applicants are responsible for submitting materials that are in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified. There will be no exceptions. Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their applications. Any questions on this solicitation may be directed to: Mike Jones or Amy Feldman Telephone Number: (202) 661-9366 or (202) 661-9377 E-Mail Address: logistics@globalcorps.com Website: www.globalcorps.com Facsimile: (202) 315-3803 or (240) 465-0244 All applications should be submitted to: GlobalCorps 1201 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Suite 200 Washington, DC 20004 E-Mail Address: logistics@globalcorps.com Facsimile: (202) 315-3803 or (240) 465-0244 Sincerely, Ryan E. Johnson Contracting Officer 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: M/OAA/DCHA/DOFDA-06-1211 2. ISSUANCE DATE: May 18, 2006 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME: June 19, 2006, 5:00 PM EDT 4. POSITION TITLE: Logistics Specialist (Multiple Positions) 5. MARKET VALUE: GS-11 (Hiring Level) ($54,272 - $70,558 per year) This position has promotion potential to the GS-12 salary range ($65,048 - $84,559 per year) (See note below) 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: 2 years, renewable up to 5 years 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Washington, D.C. 8. SECURITY ACCESS: Secret 9. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to all U.S. Citizens POSITION DESCRIPTION BACKGROUND The Logistics Unit is part of the Operations Division of the USAID Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA). The core function of the Logistics Unit is to manage and execute all phases of the direct delivery of non-food humanitarian assistance, including the acquisition of commodities, and facilitating and coordinating transport and logistics arrangements. In addition, the Division maintains OFDA's worldwide stockpiles and maintains relationships with other governmental and non-governmental entities that are capable of supporting OFDA's execution of its humanitarian interventions. INTRODUCTION The Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) is the office within USAID that is responsible for providing non-food humanitarian assistance in response to international crises and disasters. OFDA is part of the Bureau for Democracy, Conflict, and Humanitarian Assistance (DCHA). OFDA is organized into three divisions, under the management of the Office of the Director. The Disaster Response and Mitigation Division (DRM) is responsible for coordinating with other organizations the provision of relief supplies and humanitarian assistance. DRM also devises, coordinates, and implements program strategies for a variety of natural and human caused disaster situations. DRM hires sector specialists to provide technical expertise in assessing the quality of disaster response. The Program Support Division provides programmatic and administrative support including budget/financial services, procurement planning, contracts and grants administration, and communication support for OFDA's Washington and field offices. The Operations Division (OPS) develops and manages logistical, operational, and technical support for disaster responses and administrative support to all offices and operations. OPS maintains readiness to respond to emergencies through several mechanisms, including managing Search and Rescue (SAR) Teams, Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs), and Washington-based Response Management Teams (RMTs), to ensure OFDA's capacity to execute and coordinate USG humanitarian assistance and response to natural disasters and complex emergencies. OBJECTIVE The Logistics Unit requires a Logistics Specialist to strengthen its capacity to provide prompt, effective services in the areas of logistical management and support. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Logistics Specialist will be a part of the Logistics Unit within the Operations Division. This position will require on occasion, weekend work and overseas travel. Overseas travel could be up to 40 percent of the time. The Logistics Specialist will provide support for various operational aspects of the Operations Division. As directed by, and under the supervision of, the Logistics Unit Leader, the Logistics Specialist will carry out the functions related to the management and execution of all phases of the direct delivery of non-food humanitarian assistance, including the acquisition of commodities and facilitating and coordinating transport and logistics arrangements. For GS-11 Equivalent: Working under the guidance and supervision of the Logistics Unit Leader, the Logistics Specialist will: * Plan, coordinate, manage, execute and report on all logistics actions and functions required to support all OFDA emergency response missions worldwide; * Manage and coordinate actions by USAID, Department of Defense (DOD), and commercial transport mangers to ensure that OFDA response objectives are efficiently met; * Monitor progress to meet logistical needs; evaluate plans for feasibility, effectiveness, efficiency and economy; develop alternative methods to achieve goals in a wide variety of work operations; * Coordinate with OFDA/DRM to plan logistics responses to declared disasters, including airlift, sealift, and local purchase of disaster relief supplies; * Assess capabilities of local infrastructure to handle emergency needs; * Implement and maintain complete information tracking system that contains specific, accurate data about logistical responses and on quantities of material dispatched for specific disasters; * Provide support to the Regional Team Leader in the areas of communications, reporting, logistics advice, and other support as deemed necessary; * Inventory, assess, manage and coordinate worldwide disaster relief stockpiles valued at over ten million dollars; * Direct stockpile managers to deliver commodities to appropriate seaport or airport within designated time frame; * Maintain a computerized Management Information System that produces reports and provides accountability for inventory management, replacement, transportation, commodity dispatch, disposal, and total control of every aspect of handling, storage, and warehouse operations; * Provide logistics support to field personnel, including the specification, procurement, receipt, storage, and transportation of and accountability for all Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) support items, including individual support kits, vehicles, meals-ready-to-eat (MREs), and office support kits; * Serve on DARTs which will require immediate (within 24 hours) deployment overseas for an extended period of time; * On occasion, serve as OFDA Duty Officer; * Serve as a member of the Washington-based Response Management Team (RMT), which coordinates administrative and logistics support to DARTs deployed in response to disasters. Duties on the RMT will vary. For GS-12 Equivalent (if the PSC is promoted during contract performance): At this grade level, the Logistics Specialist will perform all the duties and responsibilities as described above with very limited guidance from and limited supervision of the Logistics Unit Leader. Additionally, the Logistics Specialist will: * Independently conduct the annual inspection and physical inventory of the OFDA stockpiles in accordance with USAID policy and regulations; * Represent OFDA in biannual review of program performance of Air Force Contracting Augmentation Program (AFCAP) and negotiate award fees based on results of performance reviews; * Serve as Acting Logistics Unit Leader in the latter's absence; * Initiate new procurement actions and modifications to existing awards utilizing USAID's financial and acquisition systems. SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP: The Logistics Specialist works under the supervision of and reports directly to the Logistics Unit Leader or his/her designee. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Logistics Unit Leader will set overall objectives. The employee and the supervisor together will develop deadlines, projects, and work to be accomplished. BASIC REQUIREMENTS AND SELECTIVE FACTORS: (Determines basic eligibility for the position. Candidates who do not meet all of the basic qualifications and selective factors are considered NOT qualified for the position.) Bachelor's degree with significant study in or pertinent to the specialized field (including, but not limited to, international relations, management, or logistics operations) and two (2) years of relevant experience working in government, an international organization, or a business setting with responsibilities related to performing logistics operations in both a field and office setting. Experience must include on-the-ground field experience in needs assessment, analysis, emergency relief program operations, or post-emergency rehabilitation. At least one (1) year of logistics experience must be in a disaster environment. OR Master's degree with significant study in or pertinent to the specialized field (including, but not limited to, international relations, management, or logistics operations) and at least one (1) year of relevant experience working in government, an international organization, or a business setting with responsibilities related to performing logistics operations in both a field and office setting. Experience must include on-the-ground field experience in needs assessment, analysis, emergency relief program operations, or post-emergency rehabilitation. At least one (1) year of logistics experience in a disaster environment. AND * U.S. Citizenship * Complete and hand-signed federal form OF-612; * Supplemental document specifically addressing the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs); * Ability to obtain a Secret level security clearance. * Ability to obtain a Department of State medical clearance. QUALITY RANKING FACTORS: (Used with interview performance and reference check results to determine the ranking of qualified candidates in comparison to other applicants.) QRF #1 Discuss two examples of your personal experience arranging and coordinating multi-modal transportation of commodities. QRF #2 Describe two examples of your personal experience in acquisition of commodities and supplies. QRF #3 Describe four key considerations when arranging the delivery of commodities to international locations. QRF #4 Describe your experience in conducting logistics activities under disaster or emergency conditions. QRF #5 Describe your experience in dealing with foreign governments, U.S. Government agencies, International Organizations (IOs), and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) while conducting logistical activities. BASIS OF RATING: Applicants who meet the Basic Requirements and Selective Factors will be further evaluated based on the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs), interview performance, and satisfactory academic and professional reference checks. Applicants are required to address each of the QRFs on a separate sheet describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received that are relevant to each factor. Be sure to include your name, social security number 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. The Applicant Rating System is as Follows: QRFs have been assigned the following points: QRF #1 - 10 points QRF #2 - 10 points QRF #3 - 10 points QRF #4 - 10 points QRF #5 - 10 points Interview Performance - 30 points Satisfactory Academic and Professional Reference Checks - 20 points Total Possible Points: 100 (1) NOTE ON THE POTENTIAL FOR PROMOTION TO THE GS-12 SALARY RANGE: This position will be initially filled at the GS-11 salary range. Upon achievement of full performance level (satisfactory completion of training and performance requirements contained in the Individual Development Plan (IDP), certification of acceptable performance by the position Supervisor/Cognizant Technical Officer (CTO), and satisfaction of a minimum of 12 months of performance, the PSC may be eligible for promotion to the GS-12 salary range. Should the PSC be promoted to the GS-12 salary range, he/she will not be eligible for the annual salary increase (per AIDAR Appendix D, Section 4.c.2.iv) due after the first 12 months of performance. The effective date of promotion, if any, will serve as the start date for the next 12-month period for the annual salary increase should the PSC be extended beyond two years. WHERE AND HOW TO APPLY: Qualified individuals are required to submit: 1. A complete U.S. Government Optional Form 612 with hand-written signature (downloadable forms are available on the USAID website, http://www.usaid.gov/procurement_bus_opp/procurement/forms or internet http://fillform.gsa.gov or at Federal offices) or www.globalcorps.com. 2. Supplemental document specifically addressing the five (5) Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) shown in the solicitation. 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. Via mail: GlobalCorps, 1201 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20004 Via facsimile: (202) 315-3803 or (240) 465-0244 Via email: logistics@globalcorps.com The most qualified candidates may be interviewed and required to provide a writing sample. OFDA will not pay for any expenses associated with the interviews. Professional references and academic credentials will be evaluated for applicants being considered for selection. NOTE: If a temporary secret security clearance and State Department Medical Clearance are not obtained within nine months, the offer may be rescinded. NOTE REGARDING GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS FOR THIS SOLICITATION This solicitation in no way obligates USAID to award a PSC contract, nor does it commit USAID to pay any cost incurred in the preparation and submission of the application. NOTE REGARDING DATA UNIVERSAL NUMBERING SYSTEM (DUNS) NUMBERS All individuals contracted as US PSCs are required to have a DUNS Number. USAID will provide a generic DUNS Number and PSCs are not required to register with CCR. For general information about DUNS Numbers, please refer to FAR Clause 52.204-6, Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number (6/99) http://www.arnet.gov/far/current/html/52_200_206.html#wp1137568 LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCs Forms outlined below can found at: http://www.usaid.gov/forms/ or at http://www.forms.gov/bgfPortal/citizen.portal 1. Optional Form 612. 2. Medical History and Examination Form (DS-1843). ** 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). ** 6. Employment Eligibility Verification (I-9 Form). ** ** Forms 2 through 6 shall be completed ONLY upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job. CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBs) and ACQUISITION & ASSISTANCE POLICY DIRECTIVES (AAPDs) PERTAINING TO PSCs CIBs and AAPDs contain changes to USAID policy and General Provisions in USAID regulations and contracts. Please refer to http://www.usaid.gov/business/business_opportunities/cib/subject.html#psc to determine which CIBs and AAPDs apply to this contract. BENEFITS/ALLOWANCES: As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a PSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances: BENEFITS: Employer's FICA Contribution Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance Pay Comparability Adjustment Annual Increase Eligibility for Worker's Compensation Annual & Sick Leave ALLOWANCES (if Applicable).* (A) Temporary Lodging 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). FEDERAL TAXES: USPSCs are not exempt from payment of Federal Income taxes. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED REGARDLESS OF AGE, RACE, COLOR, SEX, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, LAWFUL POLITICAL AFFILIATION, NON-DISQUALIFYING HANDICAP, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AFFILIATION WITH AN EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION, OR OTHER NON-MERIT FACTOR.
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