The Oil Spill Recovery Institue, P.O. Box 705, Cordova, AK 99574

A -- TECHNICAL WRITER TO COMPILE PROCEEDINGS OF CONFERENCE OF 'DISPERSANT APPLICATION IN ALASKA' SOL 98-1-3 DUE 022698 POC Maxwell Blair or Nancy Bird at (907) 424 -- 5800 WEB: Broad Area Announcements, http://www.pwssc.gen.ak.us/osri/osri.html. E-MAIL: staff, mblair@grizzly.pwssc.gen.ak.us. Broad Area Announcement for Education and Outreach Programs of the Prince William Sound Oil Spill Recovery Institute (OSRI) Deadline for RECEIPT of applications in the Cordova office: By 5 p.m. Alaska time on Thursday, February 26, 1998 The Oil Spill Recovery Institute announces a competition for a Technical Writer Proposals are now being accepted for a contract award to a technical writer to compile proceedings from a conference scheduled March 18-19, 1998, in Anchorage, Alaska. The grantee will be responsible to document the presentations made at the "Dispersant Application in Alaska: A Technical Update" conference and prepare a proceedings document ready to be sent to the printers by no later than May 1, 1998. This conference is co-sponsored by the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation, Alyeska Pipeline Service Company/Ship Escort Response Vessel System (SERVS), Prince William Sound Regional Citizens' Advisory Council, U.S. Coast Guard, and the OSRI. The technical writer will: (1) Attend the "Dispersant Application in Alaska: A Technical Update" conference (Anchorage Hilton Hotel, March 18-19, 1998). (2) Meet with representatives of the co-sponsoring organizations once in Anchorage or by telephone prior to the conference to discuss the outline for the proceedings document and discuss expectations; the proceedings document will include (i) general introduction, (ii) the speakers' presentations, (iii) summaries of the panel discussions and (iv) address list of conference speakers and registrants. (3) Receive electronic or computer disk copies of presentation papers written by individual speakers (including graphics or other visuals) from the conference sponsors' consultants; the consultants are requesting these copies from speakers prior to the beginning of the conference. It is expected that the technical writer will leave the conference with the speaker presentation papers. (4) Prepare draft summaries of the five panel discussions scheduled on March 19 and submit these drafts to the Chairs of each panel for final editing by no later than March 30; the panel Chairs will be asked to return their edited drafts to the technical writer by no later than April 10. (5) Compile a proceedings document in final publication form (camera-ready) by no later than May 1, 1998. Submit this document to the OSRI. Publication of the proceedings document will be arranged by OSRI staff and distribution to all conference registrants and speakers will be completed by May 15, 1998 by OSRI staff. The duration of this contract will be approximately two months. Budget amount not to exceed $3,500. Publications costs for the proceedings are separate from this grant. Application Process Interested candidates must submit an OSRI application package. This application may be obtained by calling the OSRI office at (907) 424-5800; or by sending an e-mail request to <frontdes@grizzly.pwssc.gen.ak.us>; be sure to include your fax number and/or address. As part of the application package, submit a project description of no more than 5 pages including summary, objectives and a time line. Attach the applicant's curriculum vitae and a budget showing total project cost and the budget amount requested as an OSRI contract. The curriculum vitae must include the applicant's educational background, work experience and samples of writing and publishing. The proposal text should be single-spaced with a 12-point font (or larger) and one inch margins on all sides. Proposal Evaluation Technical and Professional Experience -- Applicants should have demonstrated ability to perform the project tasks and experience in writing and publishing technical material. Preference will be given to those who have prior understanding and knowledge about dispersants and the terminology, or those with experience in the application of dispersants. Other criterion -- Proposed budget, overall presentation made in the proposal, and general knowledge of the oil industry and oil pollutionissues will be considered in review of the proposals. Submission Procedure Other than instructions stipulated above, preparation and submission of proposals must follow the guidelines given in the application package. Required OSRI forms can be obtained from: P.O. Box 705 Cordova, AK 99574 Tel: (907) 424-5800 FAX: (907) 424-5820 or e-mail <frontdes@grizzly.pwssc.gen.ak.us> The original and three copies of proposals, including the copy bearing the signed cover page, should be mailed directly to: Dr. Gary Thomas, Director Prince William Sound Oil Spill Recovery Institute P.O. Box 705 Cordova, AK 99574 Who May Submit Qualified individuals with a background in technical writing and publishing are invited to submit proposals. Applicants should be experienced in the topic of dispersant use for oil spill response (see the Proposal Evaluation criteria above). Awards Proposals are due at the OSRI office in Cordova, Alaska, by 5 p.m. Alaska time on Thursday, February 26, 1998. They will be evaluated by the OSRI staff and representatives from the conference co-sponsors. Determination of the grantee will be communicated to all applicants by March 6, 1998. The award will be made as soon as contract negotiations allow with support up to $3,500. Additional Information Potential applicants are encouraged to contact: Nancy Bird Prince William Sound Oil Spill Recovery Institute P.O. Box 705 Cordova, AK 99574 E-mail: bird@grizzly.pwssc.gen.ak.us The OSRI provides awards for research in the sciences, engineering and technology as well as educational programs. The awardee is wholly responsible for the conduct of such programs, research and preparation of the results for publication. The OSRI, therefore, does not assume responsibility for the research findings, their interpretation or implementation of programs. The OSRI welcomes proposals from all qualified scientists, engineers and educators and strongly encourages women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to compete fully in any of the research related programs described here. In accordance with federal statutes, regulations, and OSRI policies, no person on grounds of race, color, age, sex, national origin, or disability shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity receiving financial assistance from the OSRI. Facilitation Awards for Scientists and Engineers with Disabilities (FASED) provide funding for special assistance or equipment to enable persons with disabilities (investigators and other staff, including student research assistants) to work on OSRI projects. See the program announcement or contact the program coordinator at (907) 424-5800. Privacy Act and Public Burden. The information requested on proposal forms is solicited under the authority of the Oil Pollution Act 1990. It will be used in connection with the selection of qualified proposals and may be disclosed to qualified reviewers and staff assistants as part of the review process; to applicant institutions/grantees; to provide or obtain data regarding the application review process, award decisions, or the administration of awards; to government contractors, experts, volunteers, and researchers as necessary to complete assigned work; and to other government agencies in order to coordinate programs. Submission of the information is voluntary. Failure to provide full and complete information, however, may reduce the possibility of your receiving an award. (0043)

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