R -- PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACT WITH U.S. CITIZEN ABROAD, FIELD ADVISOR/SECURITY SPECIALIST (2)

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-01-015 (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. Field Advisor/Security Specialist ISSUANCE DATE: June 8, 2001 CLOSING DATE: July 9, 2001 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-01-015 (INL) Gentlemen/Ladies: SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC) Department of State, Narcotics Affairs Section, American Embassy Lima, Field Advisor/Security Specialist (2) 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: Irene Cohn Narcotics Affairs Section American Embassy Lima APO AA 34031 E-Mail cohnip@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-01-015 (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: Field Advisor/Security Specialist 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: Lima, Peru 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 assist the Narcotics Affairs Section (NAS) at the American Embassy in Lima, Peru and forward operations sites in the implementation of approved projects. II. Scope of Work: The Contractor shall: A. Coordinate and monitor all NAS and INL sponsored/directed activities in support of Peruvian counter narcotics operations. May serve as the Embassy Field Coordinator in Pucallpa and other forward operating sites east of the Andes, and for oversight and supervision of counter narcotics activities. B. Advise the NAS Director and staff on specific matters related to the security of human and material resources at all operational sites. Coordinate with other embassy elements and host country agencies to assess the threat level at the operational sites to determine and implement appropriate security measures. C. Situation dependent with the EFC will coordinate with the Regional Security Office/Narcotics Affairs Section Director on decisions regarding the safety and security of U.S. Government personnel and property, including the authority for use of force for protection of U.S. Government personnel and assets. D. In consultation with the RSO, prepare and update as may be required, security instructions, operations plans and procedures, and site emergency plans, and ensures that all official personnel in the area of responsibility are made aware of such instructions, plans and procedures. E. Train American and Peruvian Counterparts in the following techniques/tactics (but not limited to): paramedic, pathfinder, air mobile operations, fast rope, STABO, emergency extraction, water safety/survival, drown-proofing, rescuer swimmer, boat handling, helicopter gunnery, and survival-escape-resistance-evasion (SERE). F. Set up base camps used for eradication campaigns, including infrastructure for security, communications, field sanitation/hygiene and rations. G. Set up and run weapons qualification courses and ranges for M4 carbine, 9mm and 357 revolvers. H. Be responsible for and document, using hand receipts, all Department of State firearms and ammunition. Conduct training according to the Department of Diplomatic Security firearms course and properly comply with all documentation requirements. Maintain custody of firearms and issue firearms to personnel under circumstances consistent with Bureau of Diplomatic Security regulations and the mission firearms policy as established by the Chief of Mission. I. Prepare and maintain at all times a current status of all official U.S. Mission personnel in the EFC's operational area of responsibility, including their location if present overnight. J. Ensure that the RSO is kept informed of any information that has developed on the region, which may impact on the safety or security of U.S. Government personnel or assets. This responsibility will include assistance and direct input into the quarterly RSO threat assessments and surveys as may be required by the RSO. K. Ensure that USG provided commodities are effectively utilized and that there is no fraud, waste or mismanagement in the program through continuous over site and end-use monitoring at the operation sites. L. Monitor actions related to the development, operation and maintenance of facilities or sites designated by NAS and INL, including temporary eradication camps. M. Assist in the provision of NAS/INL approved support to projects in the operational areas. N. Coordinate with American Embassy and other U.S. and host country agencies to identify logistical support requirements. Provide required support as established by policy or guidance from the NAS Director and staff. III. Desired Qualifications: A. U.S. Citizen, subject to State Department security clearance. B. High school graduate or equivalent, with ten years experience in military special operations and experience in counter narcotics programs and training. C. Three years of Latin American experience, which includes security of aircraft, security of American personnel including training of personnel in firearm use, and protection of installations. Applicant should have experience in coordinating with host country military officials, police and civilians, and have personnel management experience. Should be familiar with U.S. and Latin American counter narcotics operations. D. Experience and knowledge in training subjects related to emergency field medical treatments, pathfinder techniques, air mobile operations, fast rope, STABO or emergency extraction techniques, helicopter gunnery, M4m 9mm and 357 qualification, water survival, swimming boat handling safety, field sanitation and hygiene and SERE. E. Ability to write and communicate effectively. F. Ability to set up and operate HF communications systems. G. Ability to type and perform basic computer skills for use with information technology and management systems. Computer skills include word-processing, spreadsheet, and e-mail applications. H. Spanish language ability at the Foreign Service Institute level R2+/S2+ is required. I. Physically able to live in Peru and engage in frequent in-country travel to remote and primitive locations. J. Must be in good physical health and condition for walking, crawling, and climbing in a jungle environment. K. Must be able to live in a jungle environment, tolerate discomfort from insect bites, and endure hot and humid conditions. L. Eyesight must be correctable to 20/20, able to distinguish colors and three-dimensional depth. 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 direct and plan aviation and field operations locations and provide oversight and supervision of counter narcotics activities. Ability to coordinate activities with other entities and agencies (U.S. and GOP) and assess potential threat levels at operational sites and determine and implement appropriate security measures. Factor 2. Experience and knowledge in training in following subjects, but not limited to paramedic, pathfinder techniques, air mobile operations, fast rope, STABO, or emergency extraction techniques, helicopter gunnery. Set up and run a range for qualifications course M4 carbine, 9mm pistol and 357 revolvers. Water survival and safety swimmer/boat handling courses, field sanitation/hygiene, setting up and operating communications systems. Factor 3. High school graduate and 10 years of special operations experience, computer skills in excel and word. Factor 4. Ability to monitor actions related to the development, operation and maintenance of facilities or sites designated by NAS and INL, including temporary eradication sites. Ability to monitor and insure that commodities are effectively utilized and that there is no fraud, waste or mismanagement in the program through continuous oversight and end use monitoring. 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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