SOLICITATION NOTICE
R -- Intelligence Analysis Training for Morocco - Rev - Attachments
- Notice Date
- 4/19/2011
- Notice Type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS
- 611430
— Professional and Management Development Training
- Contracting Office
- Department of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection, Procurement Directorate - DC, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Room 1310 NP, Washington, District of Columbia, 20229, United States
- ZIP Code
- 20229
- Solicitation Number
- HSBP1011Q0075A
- Archive Date
- 5/12/2011
- Point of Contact
- Arthur S Cooper III, Phone: 817-868-8660
- E-Mail Address
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Arthur.Cooper@dhs.gov
(Arthur.Cooper@dhs.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- Current/Past Performance Questionnaire Solicitation Pages 3 - End in MSWord Format Complete Solicitation in PDF Format BID SCHEDULE for Price Quotation This notice replaces that for HSBP1011Q0075, previously issued. The re-issuance is made to permit INTERESTED VENDORS LIST operations, which were not initially permitted. Text of notice that follows is the same as original notice to include changes made earlier today. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * US Customs and Border Protection's Office of International Affairs has a requirement to provide Intelligence Analyst Training for Moroccan Customs, the Royal Moroccan Gendarmerie, and the Moroccan National Police, in Morocco. The Intelligence Analyst Training is part of a U.S. Embassy-Department of State-Kingdom of Moroccan (KOM) agreement to develop the intelligence analysis capability among the Moroccan border security agencies. At this time, the Royal Moroccan Gendarmerie and the National Police have limited intelligence analysis capability. Moroccan Customs has a nascent capability at this time. The development of this capability is critical as Morocco is the third largest producer of cannabis. In addition, Morocco is the major transit country for transnational criminal organizations moving South American cocaine through Northwest Africa to Europe. Currently, the National Police and the Royal Gendarmerie utilize limited targeting and risk management techniques. Morocco Customs is not utilizing Western-style targeting or risk management methodology. They provide a monetary incentive for their inspectors to find contraband. As a result, Moroccan border security forces have been minimally successful in stopping the couriers but less successful in disrupting the transnational criminal networks coordinating the drug trade. Training requirements identified by the KOM, the Department of State's INL funded and U.S. Embassy Rabat-based Transnational Crime Director. DHS/ICE Attaché and CBP/INA to assist in the development of an intelligence analyst capability follow. CBP seeks a highly capable and experienced Contractor meeting the following requirements: · Instructors with law enforcement experience (especially with organized crime in a major U.S. city) · Company that has extensive experience working with federal law enforcement agencies; I nstructors that are experienced in teaching in a foreign environment; Contractor ideally already has suitable modules ready on topics to be discussed available and ready for CBP to translate into French REQUIREMENTS: The successful Contractor shall provide a single course/class of 80 hours of classroom training at a location in Morocco over a 2 week period, Monday - Friday, 2 consecutive weeks on the following topics, with a minimum of 3 hours devoted to each topic, with additional hours added as needed to fill the 80 hour requirement. The estimated class size is 24 students. 1) The Intelligence process The components of the intelligence process are interrelated and eventually must be considered as a system. The objective of the system is to produce an inference (about What? Why? When? Where? How?) that will enable actions to be taken with confidence. Discussions on: data collection, data evaluation, data collation, data description, inductive reasoning, hypothesis generation, and inference development and assessment 2) Link analysis Link analysis provides a graphic presentation of the relationships among entities, such as individuals, organizations, locations, telephone numbers, and so on. Discussions on the concepts and applications of link analysis, a fundamental intelligence analysis technique, and demonstrates the development of association matrices and network diagrams to show the relationships among entities of interest. Training should provide exercises to practice either manual or computer-based techniques. 3) Development of inferences The application of inductive logic to determine the nature and scope of complex criminal activity and to identify the key individuals involved. From the information that has been described by link analysis, flow analysis, financial profiling, pattern analysis and other techniques, inductive reasoning is employed to group this information into a set of key points (premises) that summarize the available intelligence. From these premises one or more hypotheses are developed and tested through the collection and description of additional information. Ultimately, an inference is developed at a sufficiently high level of confidence to justify actions. 4) Assessment of inferences How to assess an inference through probability assessments. Types of probabilities and a systematic approach to developing subjective conditional probabilities will need to be presented and practiced. 5) Critical thinking strategies A session on critical thinking-the interpretation, assessment and reasoning skills required for success in intelligence analysis. Examine the types of challenges that face analysts by providing issues and problems that demonstrate critical thinking. Reviewing the context in which critical thinking must take place and present the types of human limitations that must be overcome and a model that illustrates the various factors and components of critical thinking. Present and discuss strategies that will lead to the most effective critical thinking. 6) Flow and transaction charting Instruction and practice in charting the flow of some commodity (such as money, narcotics, or stolen goods) among a group of entities (such as people, places, and/or organizations). A flow chart can also show how control or power is exercised over individuals in an organization. For complex analyses involving many flow paths and entities, an association matrix can be employed to organize and keep track of the information and to prepare the chart. A flow chart might be viewed as a link diagram with directionality. 7) Event charting Event charting shows, in graphic form, the time linkage among a set of related events. Instruction, demonstration and practice in developing event charts so that sequences of events, the times of occurrence and the relationships among the events become clear. Exercises are provided so that either manual or computer-based applications can be employed in developing skill in event charting. 8) Activity charting: A module to address techniques that can be employed to illustrate the process or method by which a criminal activity is carried out. An activity pattern might emerge from repetitive or recurring actions; thus, an activity chart might be developed from two or more event charts to show modus operandi or pattern of criminal behavior. Instruction will show what can be learned from such charts about the sequential nature and vulnerability of organized criminal activities and about how to combat these activities. 9) Techniques of financial profiling A module covering net worth, source and application of funds, and bank deposits methods of identifying and estimating concealed income and possible money laundering. Financial profiling as an analytical tool that provides the analyst with methods of developing indicators of concealed income of an individual, a group of individuals, or an organization will need to be included. In addition, a financial profile is an effective indirect method for gathering, organizing, and presenting evidence related to financial status. In an analysis of suspected financial manipulation, it can be used to: determine the reasonableness of further analytical effort, aid in the determination of the direction and scope of any further effort, aid in the determination of specific financial information which may be required to invoke the provisions of either criminal or civil forfeiture laws, and/or establish probable cause for obtaining search warrants and other court-ordered investigative aids. 10) Logical briefings and written reports Providing a logical framework as a model for presenting the results of analyses in oral briefings or written reports. Oral briefings are emphasized because this is how analytical results are typically presented in exercises during the course and later. The objectives of this session are to provide guidelines for methods of summarizing and presenting results that will be most useful in the course and on the job. 11) Analysis of patterns and relationships It is often useful to develop inferences about some specific activity against the background or pattern of criminal activity within a geographical area, during a given time period, or relative to some other activity or condition. For example, in developing an inference about a specific narcotics trafficking network, it might be useful to know something about the pattern of narcotics activity in the area served by that network. In this session we introduce analytical tools that are applied to patterns and relationships-frequency analysis and correlation analysis. (4 hours) 12) Analysis of trends The analysis of criminal activity can be aided by understanding the changes in conditions that serve as a backdrop for these activities. A trend might be any of the following: prevailing tendency or inclination, general direction or movement, change in conditions from one time period to another, or change in direction or movement over time. In this session we will address the two principal techniques that are applied to the analysis of trends: time-series analysis and frequency-chart comparisons over time. Opportunities for practice will be provided in either manual or computer-based techniques such as Excel. (4 hours) 13) Analysis of financial records This session provides methods for determining the flow of money through businesses and identifying indicators of financial manipulation. The session provides techniques to identify questionable and exceptional situations with account balances, to track entries from original source documents through the accounting process, to analyze discrepancies in source documents and financial records, to recognize types of accounting methods and systems, and to recognize the differences among various types of business organizations. (4 hours) 14) Analysis of financial statements Session providing methods for determining indicators of financial manipulation from information obtainable from business financial statements. Understand the components of financial statements, learn techniques for the analysis of financial statements, and learn to calculate, identify and interpret eight different ratios that are indicators of financial manipulation. Learn the most common financial manipulation methods and apply tests to determine which are being applied. Learn the most useful sources for confirmation of information employed in analyses. 15) Analysis of money manipulation Techniques are provided for the analysis of the subversion of financial institutions and identification of indicators of the manipulation of financial systems. Topics include: the nature of the systems that exist for processing money within a financial institution, transferring money among financial institutions within the United States, and transferring money internationally including to and from "offshore" institutions, the manner in which the legal flow of money can be subverted to further the aims of criminal enterprises, the sources of information that can be use to analyze financial manipulation, indicators of money manipulation and common approaches employed for money laundering. PERFORMANCE MILESTONES · The successful Contractor shall provide an electronic copy of its training text book, exhibits, and other written materials in English (via CD/DVD/Internet with 1 hard copy on paper) for CBP's translation into FRENCH to the CBP Project Coordinator within 21 calendar days of the date of contract award. CBP will arrange for translation of the materials into FRENCH and deliver the materials to the classroom in Morocco for the class. The materials are to be in final finished form, ready for CBP's translation effort. · The class will be scheduled by the CBP Project Coordinator upon receipt of the class materials from the Contractor (see above), to be conducted in a 2-week window to start within as few as 21 calendar days later but as late as 45 calendar days later, based on availability of the Morocco students, availability of the Project Coordinator, and availability of the Contractor's Instructor(s). · The Contractor shall submit proof of the required emergency evacuation insurance coverage to the Contracting Officer at least 10 calendar days prior to date of intended travel to Morocco in order to obtain the Contracting Officer's Approval of Travel. · The Contractor shall receive a briefing via teleconference prior to departure (alternately face-to-face at CBP Headquarters in Washington, DC at the election of the Contractor - no travel cost reimbursement authorized). This briefing shall be scheduled by the CBP Project Coordinator and will most likely be conducted during the week of departure to Morocco. · The Contractor's Instructor(s) (2 are recommended) is to arrive on site in Morocco on the Saturday preceding the first class day and shall depart Morocco on the first Saturday following the last class day. · The Contractor shall prepare a written "after action" report and submit to the CBP Project Coordinator, within 10 calendar days after completion of the classroom training. The report shall provide an overview of the class in terms of material delivered to the class, questions and concerns raised in the class, recommendations for improvement to be considered for possible future classes, etc. An outline shall be provided by the CBP Project Coordinator to provide guidance as to content and form. OTHER REQUIREMENTS AND TRAVEL INFORMATION: The Contractor is required to purchase Emergency Evacuation Insurance coverage prior to departure for its instructor(s). Proof of the required insurance shall be provided to the Contracting Officer for review and concurrence 10 calendar days prior to scheduled date of departure. The Contracting Officer will issue a Notice of Travel Approval once proof of suitable insurance coverage is provided. The Contractor is not authorized for travel without this notice. Air travel to and from Morocco from the UNITED STATES shall be provided for and arranged by the CBP Project Coordinator (Economy Class) and/or US Embassy. Suitable lodging and ground transportation shall be provided by the US Embassy, 2 Avenue de Mohamed El Fassi, Rabat, Morocco. Completion of a voucher form may be required for reimbursement of travel expenses (for each instructor). The instructor(s) and other individuals to be working directly with CBP must be able to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing. The Contractor shall identify its audio-visual needs for the classroom presentation to the CBP Project Coordinator. The Embassy shall provide a projection screen, LCD (or similar) projector suitable for PowerPoint show projection with PC and other commonly available items (i.e., easels, etc.), if needed. Interpreter services will be provided by the US Embassy as well. As indicated above, CBP recommends and requests the utilization of 2 instructors for increased effectiveness of the training delivery, and will provide for travel and lodging for 2 instructors at no cost to the Contractor, as indicated above. Travel services are not available for other individuals (i.e., Contract management and/or administrative personnel, etc.). If a second/assistant instructor is to be utilized, he/she must provide a minimum of 40% of the total instruction of the class. The complete solicitation is attached. A technical proposal is required in addition to a price quotation. Technical Merit and Current/Past Performance will be considered in this BEST VALUE acquisition. See solicitation, pages 31 - 36 for guidance and instructions. This acquisition is unrestricted - open to all size business concerns. Other attachments include an EXCEL BID SCHEDULE for submitting a price quotation, a questionnaire for obtaining Current/Past Performance information from Offeror's selected past/current clients, and an MS Word version of the solicitation for easy response to the Offeror Representations and Certifications. Contracting Officer is located at the following location: US Customs & Border Protection FICD, Suite 200 150 Westpark Way Euless, TX 76040-3721 817-860-8668 While this Notice is posted citing NAICS code 611430, CBP recognizes that additional NAICS codes may be applicable for this acquisition, including: 541618 - Other Management Consulting Services, 541690 - Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services, 541990 - All Other Professional, Scientific and Technical Services, and 611519 - Other Technical and Trade Schools. Questions have been received and are answered as follows: 1) My questions regarding; Intelligence Analysis Training for Morocco, can you better project what time frame this Training is intended to take place? I understand that 25 April 2011 is application deadline, and training materials are to be delivered three weeks after the contract is awarded, that is May 16 2011. Could we reasonably expect to send instructors in country within 30 days of May 16th? CBP Response: The analysis in the question above is not correct. Quotations with proposals are now due 4/27/2011. The award process is expected to take 1 ‐ 3 weeks (or longer) depending on whether revised proposals will be required. Once award is made, the completed training materials are to be received by the CBP Project Coordinator for translation into French (by CBP) within 21 calendar days after date of award. The CBP Project Coordinator shall then schedule the training class to start in as little as 21 calendar days but as much as 45 calendar days after receipt of the training materials. Based on this analysis, it is premature to identify a specific calendar date by which the class will start. 2) Second question, is this a one time event or can we expect that this training will need repeating or follow on training? CBP Response: CBP has no known additional requirements at this time. End of Questions
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