MODIFICATION
R -- Development of a Sexual Harassment Policy for MCAs
- Notice Date
- 7/9/2014
- Notice Type
- Modification/Amendment
- NAICS
- 541611
— Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Contracting Office
- Millennium Challenge Corporation, MCC, Washington DC, 875 Fifteenth Street, N.W., Washington, District of Columbia, 20005
- ZIP Code
- 20005
- Solicitation Number
- MCC-14-RFQ-0079
- Archive Date
- 8/26/2014
- Point of Contact
- Terri N. Tutt,
- E-Mail Address
-
mccconsultants@mcc.gov
(mccconsultants@mcc.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- Development of a Sexual Harassment Policy for MCA's MCC-14-RFQ-0079 1) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information including in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The Solicitation number is MCC-14-RFQ-0079 and is issued as a Request for Quotations (RFQ). This solicitation document incorporates all mandatory commercial item provisions and clauses that are in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 05-73, effective April 29, 2014. 2) The North American Industrial Classification Systems (NAICS) code is 541611 and the small business size standard is $14 million. 3) FAR Clauses 52.212-1 through 52.212-5 apply to this procurement. The exact text and wording of clauses and provisions may be obtained from the Internet at http://acquisition.gov/far/index.html. The Government contemplates the award of a Time and Materials Order resulting from this solicitation. NOTE: An Addendum to FAR clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, (Alt I) is attached. 4) The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) is a U.S. Government corporation whose mission is to provide assistance that will support economic growth and poverty reduction in carefully selected countries that demonstrate a commitment to just and democratic governance economic freedom, and investments in their citizenry. For more information on the MCC, please visit www.mcc.gov. 5) THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS FOR AN INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT (NOT FIRMS) AND IS NOT FOR INDIVIDUALS SEEKING EMPLOYMENT DIRECT WITH MCC. PLEASE VISIT: http://www.irs.gov/business/small/index.html FOR INFORMATION REGARDING INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS. Note: MCC will assist the consultant in coordinating with an Independent Contractor Engagement Services Provider for payroll, travel, international travel insurance, etc., therefore, a DUNS number and registration in System for Award Management (SAM) is not required. Description of Services: The scope of this consultancy is to support the development and implementation of a MCC Sexual Harassment in The Workplace Policy for application to MCAs, including related protocols and training materials. The Consultant shall report to the Social and Gender Assessment (SGA) Senior Director and Practice Lead, in the Department of Compact Operations but will consult with other MCC staff, particularly staff from the Office of the General Counsel and the Environmental and Social Practice Group. International travel to project sites may be required. This combined synopsis and solicitation notice is a request for competitive quotations. Therefore, all quotations received prior to the RFQ close date will be considered. 6) The Government will award an order to the responsible independent consultants(s) whose quote conforming to this notice represents the best value in terms of technical criteria, past performance and price. All non-price factors (technical criteria and past performance) are more important than price. If options are included, quotes will be evaluated by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. Evaluation of options shall not obligate the Government to exercise the options(s). 7) Evaluation Factors. Only quotes which meet the mandatory technical evaluation criteria will be considered. Technical Criteria The consultant shall have the following minimum qualifications: (a) An advanced postgraduate degree (accredited J.D., Masters or Ph.D.) in Law, Human Rights, Human Resources, Gender Studies, Labor Relations or related discipline (MANDATORY) (b) A minimum of 10 years of policy development experience, particularly related to gender equality legal frameworks, women's human rights, sexual harassment/safe working environment issues (MANDATORY) (c) Prior experience with facilitating policy-drafting processes in large complex international program settings (MANDATORY) (d) Extensive knowledge of national and international legislation, policies, and best practices relevant to sexual harassment in the workplace (MANDATORY) (e) Existing relationships with relevant local and international development organizations focusing on sexual harassment in the workplace (MANDATORY) (f) Demonstrated inter-personal and negotiation skills, and ability to work cooperatively and productively in teams with a variety of technical experts, government officials, and other potential stakeholders (MANDATORY) (g) Fluency in English (written and spoken) (MANDATORY) (h) Prior work experience in MCC focus countries or other low and middle income countries (i) Prior work experience with the MCC or similar agency (j) Prior work experience using the IFC Performance Standards, particularly Performance Standard Number 2 on Labor and Working Conditions (k) Fluency in French, Spanish, Portuguese, or Arabic (l) Writing sample of relevant work not to exceed 30 pages (m) Sample training module of relevant work not to exceed 30 pages Past Performance Three (3) professional references for relevant work performed during the past three years. Price The government will examine the proposed rate for reasonableness. 8) Evaluation Methodology. The Government will perform a comparative analysis of quotes and will assess the advantages and disadvantages of each quote as related to the Evaluation Factors. Multiple awards may be made from this notice and all quotes will be retained and may be utilized for requirements for a period of 6 months. 9) Quote Deadline. Independent Consultants are invited to submit their quotations in response to this notice by 2:00 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST), August 11, 2014. Only e-mailed requests for additional information will be accepted at MCCConsultants@mcc.gov by 2:00 pm EST on June 20, 2014. Quotations submitted in response to this notice shall include the solicitation number AND description in the subject line and be signed, dated and submitted via email to MCCConsultants@mcc.gov. The maximum file size is 10mb. 10) Quote Submission. The Individual Consultant shall submit the following document: a. Technical: (1) Cover letter that addresses all technical criteria as listed in this solicitation; (2) Curriculum Vitae (25 page maximum) b. Past Performance: Three professional references c. Writing Sample: Related to Sexual Harassment, of which you were the sole or co- author d. Sample Training Module: Related to Sexual Harassment, of which you were the sole or co-developer e. Price: Bio-Data Form which includes the independent consultant's proposed rate and salary history (form attached). PLEASE DO NOT COMBINE DOCUMENTS INTO ONE (1) ATTACHMENT. DOCUMENTS A, B, C, D AND E MUST BE IN A SEPARATE FILE ATTACHMENT LABELED AS ATTACHMENT A -TECHNICAL, ATTACHMENT B - PAST PERFORMANCE, ATTACHMENT C - WRITING SAMPLE, ATTACHMENT D SAMPLE TRAINING MODULE AND ATTACHMENT E - PRICE. 11) FAR 52.212.3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items shall be required from the selected consultant, prior to the time of award. 12) There are no additional contract requirements(s) necessary for this acquisition other than those consistent with customary commercial practices. 13) See attached documents: Statement of Work; Addendum to FAR Clause 52.212-4, (Alt I); MCC Bio-Data Sheet.
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