Combine Solicitation – Counter Narcotics Police Advisor

Notice Type: Combine Solicitation

Posted Date: 23-SEP-14

Office Address: Department of State; Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs; Grants, Acquisitions, Procurement and Policy Division (INL/RM/GAPP); SA-4 Navy Hill, South Building2430 E Street, N.W.Washington DC 20037

Subject: Counter Narcotics Police Advisor

Classification Code: R - Professional, administrative, and management support services

Solicitation Number: PSC-14-047-INL

Contact: Janette R. Dull, Contract Specialist, Email [email protected]

Setaside: N/AN/A

Place of Performance Country: HT

Description: Department of State

Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs

Grants, Acquisitions, Procurement and Policy Division (INL/RM/GAPP)

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 this solicitation. The Department is not responsible for any data and/or text not received when retrieving this document electronically. Amendments to solicitation documents generally contain information critical to the submission of an application. Counter Narcotic Advisor Port-au-Prince, Haiti

Issuance Date: 09/23/2014 Closing Date: 10/07/2014 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-14-047-INL

SUBJECT A solicitation for a Personal Services Contractor (PSC), Department of State (DOS), Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL)

The United States Government (USG), represented by the DOS, seeks applications from US citizens interested in providing PSC services as described in this solicitation.

HOW TO APPLY Offeror's proposals shall be in accordance with the requirements stated in this solicitation at the place and time specified. A proposal will be determined non-responsive and ineligible for consideration unless all required documents and information are included in the submission. Offerors shall ensure their resume demonstrates their possession of the minimum qualifications outlined in this Solicitation, as well as their ability to fulfill all required duties.

Proposals must include the following: 1) Form OF-612 (Completed and signed) 2) Resume 3) Three letters of reference or three references, including contact information

Submit all proposals via e-mail to the attention of: INL/Janette Dull E-mail: [email protected]

Direct questions regarding this solicitation to: INL/Janette Dull E-mail: [email protected]

INL will not accept late proposals unless it can be determined DOS mishandled the proposal.

1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-14-047-INL 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 09/23/2014 3. CLOSING DATE: 10/07/2014 4. TIME SPECIFIED FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 3:00 PM, EST 5. POSITION TITLE: INL Counternarcotic Advisor 6. MARKET VALUE: $66,067 - $119,737 (FS-03/02) 7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: One year from date of award and four option years 8. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Port-au-Prince, Haiti 9. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below

GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE PURPOSE OF THIS CONTRACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR

Criminal justice assistance is a core component of rule of law development, and is critical in assisting countries fight destabilizing crime and promoting good governance. The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) currently manages criminal justice policy and programs in numerous countries, employing thousands of people in the field to implement these programs. Such programs may include deployment of American experts in the fields of policing, corrections, and justice, in multilateral police assistance mission, bilateral programs to train and build capacity of justice sector institutions, deployment of mentors, or other technical advisors, and provision of infrastructure and equipment. Counternarcotic programs, and the utilization of state and municipal partners in those programs, are an important part of INL work.

PURPOSE

The Counter Narcotic Advisor is located in the INL section at the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince, Haiti and serves as the in-country program coordinator for the implementation, direction, execution, and oversight of INL counternarcotic assistance portfolio in Haiti.

RELATIONSHIP

The CNA will work under the direct supervision of the INL Director at the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, while remaining under the programmatic oversight and guidance of the INL/Western Hemisphere Office Team Lead in Washington, D.C. The CNA will initiate projects and execute approved new programs under general supervision. The INL Director will monitor, review and assess the CNA's work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is both physical and sedentary in nature and involves activity at both U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince and in field locations. Periodic travel within Haiti, the region, and in the United States is required for program oversight and end-use monitoring of USG-donated property.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The CNA will work primarily out of INL Section office at U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The CNA must work hours and conform to embassy expectations of INL Section Director, and Chief of Mission personnel.

The CNA will be expected to make regular field assessment visits to prospective or ongoing project sites, and must be able to work independently in remote areas for short periods of time.</p>

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Manage, coordinate, and supervise roughly $26 million in INL programs throughout Haiti, including efforts at program sustainability. Ensure projects fall within program guidelines as notified to Congress and as laid out in the INL Haiti Strategy for developing the capacity of the Haitian National Police (HNP). The CN PM will have responsibility for updating a strategic plan for his programs in conjunction with the HNP and the BLTS unit. He/she works closely with other PSC Program Managers to coordinate overall assistance to the HNP 2. Coordinate INL counternarcotic efforts with other U.S. agencies, the Government of Haiti (GOH), MINUSTAH, other international organizations, non-governmental organizations, and program beneficiaries. The CN Advisor explains relevant U.S. laws and regulations as required and assures compliance. 3. Advise on financial operations as they relate to the counternarcotic portfolio, including accounting, procurement planning, and budget preparation; monitor the counternarcotic program's financial activity to assure that all automated accounts, including current operations spreadsheets and local Financial Management System (LFMS) records are current and accurate; assure that regular financial reports are sent to the INL Section Management Officer, INL Section Director, and subsequently to INL in Washington; Working with INL Haiti management, assure budget staff compliance with INL financial management guidelines and regulations. 4. Represent INL in internal and external meetings, ceremonies, and representational events as required; 5. Regularly monitor program activities and specific counternarcotic projects. Exercise oversight of project accounts, focusing on operational support to the BLTS. Coordinate project evaluations with DEA Country Attache or host-country authorities; assure that implementation plans reflect specific project objectives, methods of implementation, activity milestones, measures of effectiveness, and budgetary requirements; and conduct site visits to projects. 6. Articulate and promote U.S., Mission and INL policies and goals; 7. Provide programmatic guidance and analysis of developments in the Haitian National Police (HNP) Counternarcotic Unit (BLTS) to the U.S. Embassy Mission and INL Washington. 8. Provide regular reports orally and in writing on program implementation and performance by the BLTS. 9. Act as one of the INL Section's logistical coordinators and liaisons with Haitian authorities for the INL Section counternarcotic programs to include procurement, property management, construction & infrastructure, vehicle purchase and maintenance, BLTS staff training, and communications support. Is responsible for the counternarcotic - related portions of the annual End Use Monitoring Report; assures compliance with INL property management regulations. 10. Coordinate support for INL-funded counternarcotic training provided directly by INL Section Port-au-Prince, by USG partners, or by other implementing partners in Haiti; assure that all INL-funded training is conducted in full compliance with the Leahy Amendment and Section 477 of the Foreign Assistance Act; provide information for an automated database of all host-country personnel receiving INL Section -funded counternarcotic training; draft terms of reference for specific counternarcotic training in conjunction with INL/CAP and INL/ WHP. 11. Work in close conjunction with other INL Section Program Managers and provides backup and support as directed for their duties and responsibilities. 12. Communicate and coordinate with other donors to Haiti's counternarcotic effort to encourage programs complement each other and avoid duplication of effort. 13. Draft and provide advice and assistance in the preparation of required reports, including to the U.S. Congress, INL Bureau, and other U.S. federal agencies; provide input, per INL Washington guidance, to the annual INL budget development process. 14. Complete the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) distance-learning course through Foreign Service Institute (FSI) within 120 of arriving at Post. 15. Obtain/maintain Federal Acquisition Certification - Contracting Officer's Representative (FAC-COR) Level III Certification within 120 of arriving at Post. (see http://www.fai.gov for details) 16. Proven ability to complete Distance Learning (DL) FSI Introduction to Working in an Embassy (PN113) courses within the first 120 days of assignment successfully.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. U.S. Citizenship, able to obtain/maintain a Department of State Secret Security, Medical and Ethics (if applicable) clearances. 2. Graduation from a certified state or federal police training academy 3. FSI French language proficiency is required at a minimum FSI 3/3 level, or Creole at the 3/3 level. 4. Demonstrated excellent oral and written English communication skills; negotiation skills; and interpersonal skills. 5. A bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited college or university 6. A total of 10 years professional work experience: 7. At least 8 years' experience in U.S. counternarcotic operations, management, organizational development, planning and/or training, 2 years of which must have been at the rank of lieutenant (or equivalent) or higher. 8. Demonstrated ability to interact with high-level officials (governmental and non-governmental. 9. Physically able to reside in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti or other as assigned, and travel throughout the region. 10. Complete the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) distance-learning course through Foreign Service Institute (FSI) within 120 of arriving at Post. Obtain/maintain Federal Acquisition Certification - Contracting Officer's Representative (FAC-COR) Level III Certification within 120 of arriving at Post. (see http://www.fai.gov for details) 11. Proven ability to complete Distance Learning (DL) FSI Introduction to Working in an Embassy (PN113) courses within the first 120 days of assignment successfully.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. At least two years' experience in senior management roles that include strategic planning, resource management and budgeting. 2. Demonstrate experience working on international counternarcotic issues policing, including working overseas in the counternarcotic field. 3. Experience working or coordinating with other relevant U.S. government agencies (e.g., Departments of Justice and Defense, USAID, Drug Enforcement Administration). 4. Experience working with the United Nations or other international organizations or experience working overseas. 5. Successful program management experience and/or contract or grant management training. 6. Knowledge and experience with U.S. Government (USG) regulations, standards of conduct, and ethics.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Factor 1: Law Enforcement (30 points) Demonstrate relevant experience in developing, planning, operating law enforcement programs and strategies and ability to coordinate with host nation civilian, police officials, and members of the donor community.

Factor 2: Program Management (30 points) Proven knowledge of program management policies, concepts, budgeting practices, and principles in order to analyze and develop recommendations for program implementation and objectives of the U.S. government.

Factor 3: Operations/Planning (20 points) Ability to provide operational and planning guidance to all components of a counternarcotic police program, to include demonstrated ability to liaise with relevant USG agencies, domestic law enforcement and corrections agencies, and the international community for the purpose of sharing information and developing complementary policies and programs.

Factor 4: Past Performance (20 points) Past Performance of applicant's ability to perform duties assigned related to the position. The Government reserves the right to utilize all evaluation information available at the time of evaluation, whether provided by the applicant or obtained from other sources.

Pre-Award Ethical Responsibilities of PSC (JUN 2011) This solicitation may result in the award of one or more personal services contracts as defined in FAR 2.101. Prior to contract award, all offerors or quotes must advise the cognizant Contracting Officer if they have a personal conflict of interest, such as a financial conflict, that would prevent them from either meeting the requirements of the clause entitled, "Post-Award Ethical Responsibilities of Personal Services Contractors," or otherwise objectively performing their contractual duties upon contract award.

VETERAN'S PREFERANCE Veteran's Preference is not applicable to this position.

COMPENSATION For award, INL will negotiate for this contract based on the following: * Entry-level salary is at Step 1 of the grade range assigned to solicitation * Consideration given for experience relevant specifically to the solicitation requirements * Level and extent of experience dictates the salary level within the grade range

BENEFITS & ALLOWANCES

AS A MATTER OF POLICY, INL NORMALLY AUTHORIZES THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES

BENEFITS - IF APPLICABLE * Employee's FICA Contribution * Contribution toward Health and Life Insurance * Pay Comparability Adjustment * Annual Increase * Eligibility for Worker's Compensation * Annual & Sick Leave * 401K Plan

ALLOWANCES - IF APPLICABLE * Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance * Living Quarters Allowance * Post Allowance * Supplemental Post Allowance * Separate Maintenance Allowance * Education Allowance * Education Travel * Post Differential * Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure * Danger Pay

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