R -- PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH U.S. CITIZEN ABROAD, REPORT/MONITORING OFFICER

Notice Date

June 8, 2001

Contracting Office

INL/RM/MS, Department Of State, 2430 E Street NW, SA-44 South Bldg., Washington, D.C. 20520

ZIP Code

20520

Solicitation Number

PSC-01-012 (INL)

Response Due

July 9, 2001

Point of Contact

POC: Barbra Postell Fax: 202-776-8686

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. If you are not using Word 97 to view this document, you will have to save the document in the format of the word processor that you are using in order to view and print any standard forms. The number of pages contained in this electronic copy may not exactly correspond to the hard paper copy, although generally all the information is contained herein. DOS 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. Report/Monitoring Officer ISSUANCE DATE: June 8, 2001 CLOSING DATE: July 9, 2001 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-01-012 (INL) Gentlemen/Ladies: SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC) Department of State, Narcotics Affairs Section, American Embassy Bogota, Reports/Monitoring Officer The United States Government, represented by the Department of State, is seeking proposals (Standard Form 171's or 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 Barbra Postell, Contract Specialist, INL/RM/MS, DOS, who may be reached at FAX No. (202) 776-8686 or E-Mail postellbj@state.gov. All applications shall be submitted by facsimile or e-mail and originals sent via mail. If sent via courier to: Barbra Postell, INL/RM/RM, Navy Hill South Department of State 2430 E. Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20520 And a copy to: Robert Wert Narcotics Affairs Section American Embassy Bogota APO AA 34038 E-Mail WERTRA@state.gov Late applications shall not be accepted, unless there was a mishandling once received in DOS. Along with the SF171 or OF 612, applicants shall provide CV 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 which accompany their proposals. Please reference the number of this solicitation when sending your application. Any submissions made via e-mail must be in Word 97 or equivalent. Sincerely, Barbra J. Postell Contract Specialist 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-01-012 (INL) 2. ISSUANCE DATE: June 8, 2001 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED July 9, 2001 FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 05:00 PM local time 4. POSITION TITLE: Reports/Monitoring Officer 5. YEAR 2001 MARKET VALUE: FP-4 thru FP-3 (estimated at $42,407-$76,856). The year 2001 pay comparability increase will apply. 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: August 2001 August 2002 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Bogota, Colombia 8. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below STATEMENT OF WORK I. BACKGROUND A. STATEMENT OF DUTIES 1. GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR PURPOSE: The purpose of this professional services contract position, is to serve as a Reporting Officer/Projects Coordinator in the Narcotics Affairs Section of the American Embassy in Bogota, Colombia. II. Scope of Work: The Contractor shall: A. Provide advice and assistance in implementing international narcotics control projects administered or coordinator by the NAS, as directed by the NAS Director; B. Provide advice and assistance in preparation of documentation for procurement of training and non-technical commodities and in the monitoring of procurement actions, including drafting source origin waivers, bid solicitations, scopes of work, and delivery acceptance of items procured; C. Provide advice and assistance in preparation of monthly narcotics control reports; D. Attend embassy general and law enforcement meetings and national and international conferences and seminars as directed by the NAS Director, briefing the Director and reporting on major issues covered; E. Provide advice and assistance in preparation of annual international narcotics control strategy report (INCSR); F. Provide advice and assistance in coordination and implementation of USG assistance to and facilitation of drug demand reduction and public awareness activities in Mexico; G. Provide advice and assistance in end-use monitoring (EUM) of USG-supplied commodities and in preparation of the annual EUM reports (Phase I and II); H. Provide advice and assistance in formulation of NAS contribution to mission program plan; I. Provide advice and assistance in escorting and arranging appropriate itineraries for official travelers; and J. Brief State Department, congressional and other visiting officials on the status of USG-GOC narcotics control projects; assists in developing appropriate itineraries and in escorting official travelers, as directed. III. Desired Qualifications: A. U.S. Citizen, subject to State Department security clearance. B. Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution; preference will be given to candidates who also have a Master's degree in International Affairs, International Development, Public Administration; or related fields; C. Ten years relevant overseas work experience, especially in the area of project implementation, coordination, evaluation, technical advice, and liaison activities; D. Fluency in written and spoken Spanish; and E. Physically qualified to live in Colombia and to travel frequently. IV. Selection Criteria: Applicants who meet the qualification requirements will be further evaluated to determine the extent to which their qualifications indicate that they possess the knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics described below: Factor 1. Ability to perform duties with minimum supervision, and to take initiative and handle liaison requirements; good judgment and effective personal and communication skills are mandatory in dealing with the CNP. Factor 2. Ability to organize priorities and to formulate and implement a course of action leading to a satisfactory conclusion of objective is indispensable. Factor 3. Excellent writing skills and experience in drafting official USG reports. Factor 4. Facility with statistics. Computer literacy and facility with MS Excel, Access, (latest version) and other relevant programs. Typing skills are required. V. AS A MATTER OF POLICY, AND AS APPROPRIATE UNLESS THE PSC IS A RESIDENT-HIRE, A PSC IS NORMALLY AUTHORIZED THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS: 1. BENEFITS Employee's FICA Contribution Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance Pay Comparability Adjustment Annual Increase Eligibility for Worker's Compensation Annual & Sick Leave 2. ALLOWANCES (if applicable). * 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), and (J) Danger Pay (Section 650). 3. CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBs) PERTAINING TO PSCs 99-09 PSC's Annual Health Insurance Costs 99-07 Contractual Coverage for Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) Services 98-16 Annual Salary Increase for USPSCs 98-19 Home Leave under USPSCs 98-24 Use of Compensatory (Comp) Time by PSCs 98-25 Defense Base Act (DBA) Coverage and DBA Waiver List 97-16 Class Justification for Use of Other Than Full & Open Competition for Personal Services Contracts with U.S. Citizens Contracted with Locally with CCNs and TCNs Subject to the Local Compensation Plan, and for Overseas Contracts of $250,000 or Less 97-11 1997 FICA & Medicare Tax Rates for Personal Services Contracts 97-03 New USAID Contractor Employee Physical Examination 96-19 U. S. Personal Services Contract (USPSC) -- Leave 94-09 Sunday Pay for U.S. Personal Services Contractors (PSCs) 93-17 Financial Disclosure Requirements Under a Personal Services Contract (PSC) LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCs 1. Standard Form 171. **2. Contractor Physical Examination (AID Form 1420-62). **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). NOTE: Form 5 is available from the requirements office. _______________ * Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas). ** The forms listed 2 thru 5 shall only be completed upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job.

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