SOLICITATION NOTICE
R -- Deputy Counter-Narcotics Advisor (PSC Afghanistan)
- Notice Date
- 5/12/2008
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- 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, District of Columbia, 20520
- ZIP Code
- 20520
- Solicitation Number
- PSC-08-030-INL
- Point of Contact
- Margaret A. Dickson,, Phone: 202-776-8318
- E-Mail Address
-
dicksonma@state.gov
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- 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. Deputy Counter-Narcotics Advisor, Afghanistan ISSUANCE DATE: 05/12/2008 CLOSING DATE: 06/09/2008 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-08-030 (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 (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 at dicksonma@state.gov. If mailed, 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 of this announcement. All applications shall be submitted by email OR Fax OR courier to: Margaret A. Dickson US Department of State 2430 E. Street, NW INL/RM/RM, Navy Hill South, Room 104 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. 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-08-030-INL 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 05/12/2008 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED: 06/09/2008 FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 16:00 PM ET 4. POSITION TITLE: Deputy Counter-Narcotics Advisor 5. MARKET VALUE: FS-02 (GS-14 Equivalent) 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: One year from the date of award 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Kabul, Afghanistan 8. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below US Personal Services Contract American Embassy Kabul, Afghanistan Narcotics Affairs Section Deputy Counter-Narcotics Advisor STATEMENT OF DUTIES GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR BACKGROUND: The Deputy Eradication Advisor (DEA) will live and work in Afghanistan. Primary location will be the US Embassy compound in Kabul but considerable time may be spent in travel to field locations. Additionally, the DEA should anticipate being flexible in deployment location in order to accommodate the needs of the mission as determined by the Director NAS/INL. This may include lengthy or semi-permanent deployments to INL field locations such as a Forward Operating Base (FOB). The DEA reports to the Senior Counter Narcotics Advisor(SCNA) and Director of the Narcotics Affairs Section/International Narcotics Law Enforcement Affairs (NAS/INL) US Embassy Kabul, serving as a subject matter expert on counter narcotics issues as they relate to stabilization and reconstruction activities in failed or failing states, and complex security environments. The DEA would assist the SCNA by providing the technical counter narcotics expertise within the NAS and on behalf of INL in interagency settings, for activities aimed at improving INL and broader USG and international capacities to provide counter narcotics assistance in stability and reconstruction efforts in Afghanistan. S/he would be responsible for maintaining oversight and evaluation of specific program areas/issues as instructed by the SCNA and Director NAS/INL as well as advising the Poppy Eradication Force’s Afghan National Police in all strategic and tactical matters. S/he would serve as a specialist among the Embassy’s Counter Narcotics Advisor Team and would work closely with the SCNA and Foreign Service program officer to ensure that policy objectives for Counter Narcotics Programs are supported by realistic and achievable cultivation reduction and eradication programs. S/he would also serve as a resource for the managers of INL/AP programs already underway, providing expert guidance as needed.\ SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The DEA will report to the Senior Counter Narcotics Advisor (CNA) and Director of the Narcotics Affairs Section, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), U.S. Embassy Kabul. STATEMENT OF WORK Specific program management responsibilities include: 1. Assist the Senior Counter Narcotics Advisor (SCNA) to manage DOS/INL’s opium poppy eradication program in Afghanistan. 2. Coordinate with the Ministry of Counter Narcotics (MCN), the Ministry of Interior (MOI), and provincial authorities in developing opium poppy eradication plans to include detailed strategic and tactical program plans, timelines and contingencies for the achievement of established program goals. 3. Identify and ensure adequate resources and support for the program is available by all stakeholders: Government of Afghanistan, U.S. Government (DOS/INL), U.S. interagency organizations, British Embassy Drug Team (BEDT) and the Central Planning Cell (CPC), International Security Assistance Force (ISAF)/coalition and host nation forces, joint U.S. military organizations, and DynCorp International (DI). 4. Monitor and report on the progress of program performance benchmarks and provide policy analysis and guidance to the NAS/INL staff and other DOS offices on practical measures to improve U.S. and international capacities to provide counternarcotics assistance to the Government of Afghanistan (GOA). 5. Serve as an advisory resource for INL program managers in Washington and in the field on planning and implementation of counternarcotics assistance programs. 6. Coordinate with the In-country Contracting Officer’s Representative (ICOR) and NAS Management Officer to maintain a current and accurate accounting/inventory of all property associated with PEF. 7. Advise the Poppy Eradication Force (PEF) Afghan National Police (ANP) in strategic and tactical matters with the end goal of developing them into a self-sufficient unit capable of conducting unilateral operations. 8. Work closely with the PEF in planning and executing field operations to eliminate opium poppy crops throughout Afghanistan. Specifically, the incumbent will advise and assist the PEF ANP Commander, coordinating closely with the SCNA and with DI PEF management in planning, training, and conducting missions in support of the Government of Afghanistan’s directives. 9. Spend considerable time in the field with the GoA and PEF gathering information, analyzing techniques and tactics, and make necessary changes to improve the overall efficiency of poppy eradication efforts in Afghanistan. 10. Assist the SCNA with the training, performance, and safety of ANP and DI employees assigned to the PEF Program. 11. Participate in NAS/INL Kabul office meetings. 12. Other duties as requested and assigned by the INL Narcotics Affairs Section Director. LEVEL OF EFFORT The level of effort required over the period of this one-year contract is 100%. The position is full-time, with a minimum of 40 hours per week. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED Minimum requirements are as follows: 1. U.S. Citizenship. 2. At least 10 years experience in U.S. counter narcotics operations, management, organizational development, planning, and/or training. (Time and duties in previous INL missions will count toward this total) 3. Experience working with the UN or other international organizations overseas in an INL or related mission. 4. Ability to carry safely, operate and maintain an M4, MP-5, Glock 19 and M9. 5. Ability to obtain DOS-approved security clearance at the Secret level. Preferred qualifications include: 1. Experience in counter narcotics operations, training and reform efforts in a post-conflict or active insurgency environment. 2. Knowledge of counter narcotics program development in an international environment. 3. Experience working or coordinating with other relevant U.S. government agencies (e.g., Departments of Justice and Defense, USAID). 4. Excellent oral and written English communication skills. 5. Superior interpersonal skills. EVALUATION FACTORS A. Ability to provide counter narcotics subject matter and policy guidance to senior level policy makers within the Embassy and INL. (25 points) B. Experience and ability to assess current programs and assist in developing and implementing plans for improving U.S. capacities to implement counter narcotics assistance programs. (25 points) C. Ability to liaise with members of relevant USG agencies, Host National representatives and the international community in developing and coordinating counter narcotics programs, as well as to represent INL in these forums. (25 points) D. Ability to communicate complex issues in a timely and concise manner, both orally and in written form. (10 points) E. Experience in working in an overseas high-threat environment. (5 points) F. Past performance evaluation of applicant's ability to perform under the contract. In conducting the evaluation, the Government reserves the right to utilize all evaluation information available at the time of evaluation, whether provided by the applicant or obtained from other sources. (5 points) 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. AS A MATTER OF POLICY, A PSC IS NORMALLY AUTHORIZED THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS (except for U.S. Resident Hires): 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). * (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).
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- Address: American Embassy Kabul, Afghanistan
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