Announcement Number: 95332419Q0100 Amendment 2

Title: DCO Africa Liberia Development Specialist Program Officer (PO) Full-Time (FT) Personal Services Contractor (PSC)

Position Information: One full-time, Personal Services Contractor (PSC).
One Base year (2,087 hours per year), renewable for up to 2 Option years at the sole discretion of the government (a total of 6,261 hours over five years).

Pay Band: Program-Officer-level Pay Band 4B ($36.90 - $52.16 per hour)
https://www.mcc.gov/careers/pay-bands
The PSCs may receive a pay supplement of up to 15% of the direct labor cost in lieu of fringe benefits.

Closing Date for Questions: 2:00PM ET on 23 July 2019 (Tuesday)
Questions must be submitted via email to [email protected]

Submission Deadline: 12:00PM ET (noon) on 8 August 2019 (Thursday)
Quotes must be submitted via email to [email protected]

Position Security Level: Public Trust Clearance (Non-Sensitive/Low Risk (T-1))

Who May Be Considered: U.S. citizens.

Duty Location: Performance in Monrovia, Liberia.

Type of Contract: Time-and-material (T&M) with 1 Base Year and 2 Option Year Periods.
Multiple awards may result from this solicitation.

Amendment 1: The purpose of Amendment 1 is (1) to extend the submission deadline to 12:00pm ET (noon) on 8 August 2019 (Thursday), (2) to change the education requirement under Section 7.a) Required Qualifications, (3) to require a proof of SAM registration under Section 8. Required Documentation, (4) to clarify the language under Section 10.e) Benefits Limitations, (5) to revise and clarify the travel information under Section 11. Travel Rules, and (6) to address questions. The changes are highlighted in yellow. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Amendment 2: The purpose of Amendment 2 is to permit a SAM exception in accordance with FAR 4.1102(a)(4). Offerors are not required to obtain a DUNS or register in SAM. The changes are highlighted in green. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Question 1: Do offerors need to submit the attached files DCO Liberia Development Specialist FT PSC (RFQ Attachment 2 Bio-Data Form).docx and DCO Liberia Development Specialist FT PSC (RFQ 95332419Q0100).pdf and the application via SAM by 2nd August?
The interested offerors must submit a completed DCO Liberia Development Specialist FT PSC (RFQ Attachment 2 Bio-Data Form) along with the Required Documents per Section 8. Required Documentation of this RFQ to Andrew Lee at [email protected] by 12:00pm ET on 8 August 2019 (new extended due date). Interested offerors need not submit a signed attachment DCO Liberia Development Specialist FT PSC (RFQ 95332419Q0100).pdf.

Question 2: Is the SAM registration required before quote due date on 8 August 2019?
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Offerors are not required to obtain a DUNS or register in SAM.

Question 3: Can MCC assist with the SAM registration process?
Unfortunately, the SAM is managed by another US Government agency and MCC is not the best resource for assistance. For any questions related to SAM, please contact the FSD Helpdesk at:
U.S. Toll Free: 866-606-8220
International: 334-206-7828
Hours of Operation: 8am - 8pm (Eastern Time)
Website: www.fsd.gov
The wait time to speak to a representative may be long. The best time to contact is as early as possible (8 - 9am ET).

Offerors are not required to obtain a DUNS or register in SAM.

Question 4: Do the offerors need to complete and submit the MCC clause 52.203-70 Contractor Non-Disclosure Agreement (May 2017) before the quote due date?
No, this will be required for the awardee after the contract is signed.

Question 5: Is this PSC position akin to an official US Embassy position in Liberia?
No, this is a direct contractor position with the MCC. The PSC is not considered to be a US Embassy employee/contractor.

Question 6: Will MCC pay for relocation expenses for the PSC and her/his family members?
No relocation expense is authorized for either the PSC or her/his family members.

Question 7: Will full-time telework be authorized for this PSC?
This is an onsite, full-time position. Limited telework agreement may be authorized by the COR during the award period, but not guaranteed. A full-time telework agreement is not authorized.

Question 8: Will MCC cover personal travel costs to visit the PSC's home?
Only the official travel expenses will be covered per the Federal Travel Regulations and MCC travel policies and procedures. No personal travel costs are authorized under this contract.

Question 9: Can the PSC partake in MCC's health, dental, and life insurance program?
Only those benefits listed under Section 8. Benefits are covered under this contract. In lieu of other benefits, MCC provides an additional 15% Pay Supplement to the PSC's wage. This addition is to cover any other ancillary benefits the PSC decides to purchase, including insurance.

Question 10: Will MCC cover housing costs or living expenses?
No, the 15% Pay Supplement is to cover these ancillary benefits also.

1. Introduction and Background

MCC's mission is to provide grant assistance to support economic growth and poverty reduction in select developing countries with a demonstrated commitment to just and democratic governance, economic freedom, and investments in their citizenry. MCC's partner countries enter into a five-year agreement (Compact) with MCC that includes a plan for achieving shared development objectives and the responsibilities of each country in achieving those objectives. Our model is defined by core principles, of selectivity, country ownership, transparency, and a focus on results.

Our values identify who we are and what is important to us. Our Values are CLEAR: Embrace Collaboration, Always Learn, Practice Excellence, Be Accountable and Respect individuals and ideas. MCC's values define how we behave on a daily basis, both as individuals and as an institution, in pursuit of our mission. They guide how we make decisions, set priorities, address challenges, manage tradeoffs, recruit and develop staff, and work together with our country partners and stakeholders.

2. Scope of Position

This position will serve as a Personal Services Contractor (PSC) within Program Operations/Africa Programs in Department of Compact Operations (DCO), Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC). DCO is responsible for developing and implementing MCC's compact programs. The department ensures that MCC compacts are designed and implemented in compliance with agency standards for procurement, financial management, environmental and social performance, and gender integration. The Program Officer is based in Monrovia, Liberia at the MCC Resident Country Mission and the offices of the Millennium Challenge Account-Liberia.

The PSC will report to and be supervised by a Director of DCO Front Office and report to the Monrovia-based Resident Country Director (RCD) and Deputy Resident Country Director (DRCD).

This position is not authorized to supervise any Federal employees.

3. Personal Services Contract

MCC is authorized to enter into a contract with an individual as a Personal Services Contractor (PSC) under the authority of Section 614(a) (8) of the Millennium Challenge Act of 2003.

A personal services contract is different from non-personal services Government contract, which establishes an independent contract relationship. Under a non-personal services contract, the contractor or employees of the contractor are subject to the technical direction but not the supervision of the MCC. As defined by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 37.104, a personal services contract is characterized by the employer-employee relationship it creates between the Government and the contractor personnel. Thus, the PSC is subject to the relatively continuous technical direction, supervision, and control of the MCC. PSCs may be assigned inherently governmental duties (see FAR 7.502). By law and by the contract's terms, the PSC is subject to most of the laws, rules and regulations applicable to the direct hire employee such as MCC regulations, conflict of interest, under some circumstances MCC authorized employment security clearances and financial disclosure. However, under the MCC personal services contract authority, PSCs are not employees for purposes of laws administered by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). The following elements apply to this contract:
1) Performance in Monrovia, Liberia, Washington, D.C., US, MCC eligible countries, other US and foreign cities (as required for outreach purposes), and/or at the PSC's home of record.
2) Principal tools and equipment furnished by the Government.
3) Services are applied directly to the integral effort of agencies or an organizational subpart in furtherance of assigned function or mission.
4) Comparable services, meeting comparable needs, are performed in the same or similar agencies using civil service personnel.
5) The need for the type of service provided can reasonably be expected to last beyond 1 year.
6) The inherent nature of the service, or the manner in which it is provided, reasonably requires directly or indirectly, Government direction or supervision of contractor employees in order to-
i. Adequately protect the Government's interest;
ii. Retain control of the function involved; or
iii. Retain full personal responsibility for the function supported in a duly authorized Federal officer or employee.

4. Key Requirements

Awardee must satisfy the following key requirements:
• U.S. citizenship.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.
• Performance in Liberia, Washington, DC USA, MCC eligible countries, other US and foreign cities (as required for outreach purposes), and/or at the PSC's home of record.
• Domestic and international travel may be required.
• Statement of Employment & Financial Interest (e.g., Office of Government Ethics "OGE Form-450" or similar statement) may be required.
• [SAM requirement removed.]
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required.

5. Duties

a) Major Duties and Responsibilities

As Personal Services Contractor (PSC):

The PSC will serve as the senior in-country advisor to MCC Liberia on matters related to the Energy Project and the Roads Project including program operations, communications, program reporting, implementation planning, adherence to MCC approvals and internal control procedures, procurement monitoring, program audit, monitoring and impact evaluation, and quarterly program reviews.

Provides oversight of the design, management, and implementation of the Roads Project and the Energy Project working directly with Millennium Challenge Account-Liberia and MCC Washington D.C. based technical teams, and reporting to the Monrovia-based Resident Country Director (RCD)/Deputy Resident Country Director (DRCD).

Advises MCA-L on the implementation of its communication strategy as it relates to the Roads Project, Energy Project and Compact close-out.

Provides oversight, feedback and guidance with respect to the implementation of Compact programs, including but not limited to (i) tracking milestones and concrete progress on the Program Implementation Agreement (PIA) and specific project work plans; (ii) tracking Government of Liberia (GOL) compliance with the conditions precedent established in the Compact; (iii) preparing technical analysis and assessments identifying areas for technical support and improved implementation; (iv) recommending program modifications to address implementation problems and ensure results; (v) coordinating efforts on program evaluation and impact assessments; (vi) communications, branding and reporting; (vII) supporting the utilization of integrated program management tools including ongoing risk assessment; (viii) monitoring and advising on issues of sustainability of program activities; and (ix) monitoring and advising on the closure of the compact program.

Serves as the key liaison with private sector institutions and other non-governmental stakeholders.

Maintains regular contact, relations and technical interactions with all relevant GOL ministries and agencies, Compact Implementing Entities, MCA-Liberia, and the designated Procurement Agent and Fiscal Agent and U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Officer (PAO).

Coordinates with MCC Washington staff to ensure proper implementation of MCC's approvals and other internal control procedures and advance audit and impact evaluation efforts; and ensures timely delivery of such reports, plans, approvals and agreement, as required for program implementation.

In coordination with the RCD/DRCD, develops MCC internal guidance and schedules for the development of the Annual Performance and Budget Request process in accordance with MCC Washington and U.S. Embassy in Liberia; works with the Embassy's financial management officer (FMO) to develop and oversee the MCC Resident Office budget; draft specific documents as needed, to include, but not limited to the Congressional Budget Justification Overview; manage, oversee and report on MCC's in-country presence as related to procurement, staffing, budgeting, and financial and asset management needs; writes success stories and press releases, and coordinate in-country visits by MCC staff and technical advisors; and develops tracking systems and maintains data on other donor activities, donor and academic analyses, and private sector experiences and approaches to the technical aspects of key sectors and activities reflected in the Compact.

Performs other duties as assigned.

b) Travel

MCC estimates that the incumbent may undertake 1-2 international trips annually.

c) Supervisory Controls

The supervisor or higher graded staff along with the PSC, develop a mutually acceptable project plan which typically includes identification of the work to be done, the scope of the work, and deadlines for its completion. Within the parameters of the approved project plan, the PSC is responsible for planning and organizing the work, coordinating with staff and line management personnel, and conducting all phases of the project. The PSC informs the supervisor(s) of potentially controversial findings, issues, or problems with widespread impact. Completed projects, evaluations, reports, or recommendations are reviewed by the supervisor in progress and upon completion for compatibility with organizational goals, guidelines, and effectiveness in achieving intended objectives.

d) Guidelines

Guidelines consist of general administrative policies, and program, management and organizational theories which require considerable adaptation and/or interpretation for application to issues and problems studied. Policies and precedent studies provide a basic outline of results desired, but do not go into detail as to the methods used to accomplish the project. Within the context of broad regulatory and procedural guidelines, the PSC refines or develops more specific guidelines, such as implementing new or revised processes, methods and procedures.

e) Complexity

The PSC analyzes interrelated issues of effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of substantive mission-oriented development programs. The incumbent develops detailed plans and objectives for the development and administration of programs, and/or develops criteria for evaluating the effectiveness of the program. Decisions concerning planning, organizing, and conducting studies are complicated by conditions, such as conflicting program goals and objectives. Options, recommendations, and conclusions take into account uncertainties about the data and other variables which affect long-range program development performance.

f) Scope and Effect

The purpose of the work is to analyze and evaluate major aspects of substantive, mission-oriented development programs. The PSC evaluates the effectiveness of development programs and operations and identifies and resolves problems and copes with issues which directly affect the accomplishment of principal MCC objectives. The PSC provides input to the development of procedures or guidelines for the conduct of program operations, or new criteria for measuring program accomplishments. Study reports contain findings and recommendations of major significance to management officials, and often serve as the basis for new administrative systems, programs and practices.

g) Personal Contacts/Purpose of Contacts

Personal contacts include MCC staff, host government agencies and international organizations, local NGO's and foreign investors as well as within key US Embassy posts. The purpose of contacts is to influence, motivate, persuade or negotiate with others who may hold different points of views in order to influence managers or other officials to accept recommendations or to obtain the desired effect.

h) Physical Demands

The work is primarily sedentary, although some walking, bending, or carrying of light items may be involved. Frequent travel may be required.

i) Work Environment

Work is performed in an office setting, although there is an expectation of work in the field.

6. Deliverables

Deliverables are associated with the tasks identified in Section 5. Duties to include reports as required by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

The PSCs will submit biweekly timesheets on a schedule and format determined by MCC. Timesheets will include a list of hours worked per compact or country program, along with a brief description of the tasks undertaken for each program during the pay period.

The PSCs also will produce reports and analyses as requested by MCC.

7. Qualifications

Offerors must meet all the required qualifications described below by the closing date of this announcement. Desired qualifications will only be considered once all required qualifications are met. Offerors must demonstrate that they possess the following:

a) Required Qualifications:

7.a.1) At least an undergraduate degree (or its university equivalent) with a major in a relevant discipline, e.g. Procurement, Law, Management, Business, or related field.
7.a.2) Knowledge of economic development policies and practices, program oversight and principles, strategic planning, program design, budgeting, analysis and reporting is required.
7.a.3) Knowledge of the principles, concepts and methodology involved in the development, implementation, management and evaluation of international development and/or investment programs/projects, in particular that involve large scale infrastructure investments.
7.a.4) Skill in project management, strategic planning, design, budgeting, analysis and reporting in the private sector, development organization, international NGO or international commercial bank that includes responsibilities in research and drafting reports.
7.a.5) Ability to negotiate and manage complex activities in a team setting.
7.a.6) Thorough understanding of the details of Compact agreements, program activities, implementation processes and benchmarks, key documents and dates.
7.a.7) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, develop, maintain, and collaborate with host government agencies and international organizations, local NGO's and foreign investors as well as within key US Embassy posts.
7.a.8) Ability to prepare and maintain financial, budgetary, economic, and/or technical analyses and evaluations.
7.a.9) Thorough knowledge of Liberia's economic, social, political and cultural characteristics.
7.a.10) Demonstrated experience implementing development projects or initiatives in Liberia or similarly situated countries.
7.a.11) Demonstrated experience advising, supporting and collaborating with counterparts to achieve results in development programs.
7.a.12) Ability to use qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques.
7.a.13) Ability to work with spreadsheets, project management software, basic database functions, and word processing skills.

b) Desired Qualifications:

7.b.1) Demonstrated experience in Liberia implementing development programs.

Note: All experience must be well-documented on the resume and within the Quote Submission. All aspects of the Submission must specifically show how the offeror meets the qualifications required. Credit may be given for appropriate unpaid and/or part-time work. To receive credit, Submissions should clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours worked per week.

8. Required Documentation

Interested offerors must submit following required documents, including but not limited to:
1) A completed and signed Bio-Data Form (Addendum 2) with proposed salary (see Subsection 12(c). Quote Submission Instructions to PSCs Candidates (Offerors) in regards to permissible signature types);
2) A curriculum vitae or resume (limit 10 pages);
3) A written narrative clearly describing relevant experience and knowledge of each of the qualification requirements (limit 5 pages);
4) At least 3 and no more than 5 professional references with current contact information; and
5) [SAM requirement removed.]

Desired Documentation:
1) A cover letter, not to exceed one page, to highlight your suitability for this position. The cover letter is not considered as the required written narrative (bullet no. 4 above); and
2) A copy of Transcript(s). Transcript(s) may be requested by MCC before award to validate the offeror's successful education history.

9. Compensation

PSCs for the services of individual experts or consultants are limited by the Classification Act. In addition, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has established requirements which apply in acquiring the personal services of experts or consultants in this manner (e.g., benefits, taxes, conflicts of interest).

This is a full-time position for the DCO Africa Liberia Development Specialist PO FT PSC and the maximum number of hours allowed is 2,087 hours per year for each position. Each contract will include four one-year option periods that may be exercised at the sole discretion of MCC.

Overtime is not authorized on this contract. However, compensatory time (also called "credit hours") may be authorized.

The pay range for this position is Program-Officer-level Pay Band 4B ($36.90 - $52.16 per hour) (https://www.mcc.gov/careers/pay-bands), inclusive of locality pay. Final compensation will be negotiated within this pay range based upon the successful offeror's salary history, work experience and educational background. A salary above this pay range will not be entertained or negotiated.

MCC issues W-2s to the PSCs. For U.S. citizens and legal resident aliens, MCC makes the employer contribution to FICA and Medicare for the PSCs. MCC withholds FICA, Medicare, federal tax and state tax on behalf of the PSCs. The PSCs is not eligible for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion.

10. Benefits

Under the MCC personal services contracting authority, PSCs are not employees for purposes of laws administered by OPM, such as Federal Retirement Benefits and health and life insurance. As such, the PSCs is not eligible for participation in the Civil Service Retirement System or the Federal Employees Retirement System. Moreover, the PSCs is ineligible to receive Federal Health and Life Insurance or participate in the Federal Thrift Savings Plan.

Notwithstanding the above, and if agreed upon by the Government and the PSCs before the award of a contract, the PSCs may receive a pay supplement of up to 15% (for full-time PSCs) of the employee's direct labor cost in lieu of fringe benefits.

a) Sick Leave

The full-time (FT) PSCs earns sick leave on the same basis as direct-hire MCC employees, that is, maximum four (4) hours for every biweekly pay period.

b) Annual Leave

The full-time PSCs earns four, six, or eight hours of annual leave for each biweekly pay period depending on the number of years of previous federal government employment based upon determination made by MCC.

c) Parking & Transit Subsidy

A full-time PSCs working at MCC Headquarters in Washington, DC is eligible for parking or transit subsidy, subject to the availability of funds. The full time PSCs whose duty station is overseas is not eligible for this subsidy.

d) Credit Hours

A full-time PSCs is eligible for credit hours (up to 24 hours earned) under the MCC Credit Hour Program. PSCs may not receive credit hours for time spent in travel status. The PSCs shall be compensated for the credit hour balance upon termination, subject to availability of funds.

e) Benefits Limitations

The PSC is not authorized for the following benefits and this list is not meant to be comprehensive:
1) Agency-provided travel to post of assignment at the beginning of term and agency-provided travel to the US after the assignment is completed;
2) Shipping of Household Effects or Goods (HHE/HHG); Unaccompanied Baggage (UAB); or storage (permanent or temporary);
3) Housing assistance;
4) Personally-owned vehicle (POV) shipping;
5) Visitation travel for family members;
6) Child Education Allowance at or away from post of assignment;
7) Post Allowance (i.e. COLA);
8) Post Hardship Differential;
9) Danger Pay (if it were to be put into effect);
10) US Government-Provided Housing or a Living Quarters Allowance (LQA);
11) Separate Maintenance Allowance (SMA);
12) Home Leave Days and agency-funded Home Leave travel;
13) Agency-provided Rest & Recuperation Travel;
14) Diplomatic title; or
15) Training (no training expected).

11. Travel Rules

The PSCs is subject to the Federal Travel Regulations and MCC travel policies and procedures to the same extent as MCC direct-hire employees.

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The MCC-authorized official travel expenses, including transportation, lodging, and per diem, will be covered by MCC. No personal travel expenses will be reimbursed by MCC.

12. Quote Submission Instructions to PSC Candidates (Offerors)

In accordance with FAR 52.214-34 and 52.214-35, all submissions are to be in the English language and US Dollars. Submissions in other languages or monetary denominations shall not be considered.

This section is the basis for evaluating all Submissions. Offerors must separately address each listed qualification requirement and demonstrate how s/he meets each qualification under Section 7. Qualifications. Unless stated otherwise, all qualification elements will be weighted equally.

a) [SAM requirement removed.]

b) Submissions shall be formatted to fit on 8 ½ x 11" paper. Suggested margins are 1" all around and the font should be Calibri or Times New Roman, no larger than 12-point. Hourly rates shall not be mentioned anywhere in your submission other than on the Bio-Data Form (Addendum 2). It is the responsibility of the offeror to ensure that all pages are properly formatted to fit and that all information properly fits within the margins of each page.

c) Qualified individuals must submit a completed and formally signed Bio-Data Form (Addendum 2). Typed signatures are not acceptable. Either physically sign or save the Bio-Data Form as a PDF and electronically sign it. Please ensure that you provide a current, valid e-mail address and telephone number for notification purposes. The Bio-Data Form must be fully completed including a proposed hourly rate & signed for the submission to be considered. A Bio-Data Form without a proposed hourly rate and/or signature may cause you to not be considered.

d) Qualified individuals must submit a curriculum vitae or a resume, which clearly demonstrates their education, experience, knowledge, and skills and abilities as they relate to the qualification elements. Resume must indicate: the earliest possible start date for the offeror; as well as formal title, and duration (start date / end date) for each listed position. Resume is limited to 10 pages and must not contain a photo or any salary information.

e) Describe your experience and knowledge in regards to the qualification requirements in no more than five pages. Clearly demonstrate how your prior experience is either relevant or directly related to the duties of this position as listed under Section 5. Duties. The responses should describe specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards you have received that are relevant to each factor. Cite specific examples where appropriate.

f) Qualified individuals must submit at least three but no more than five professional references, who are not relatives or family members. Submitted references must include current information, as follows:
1) Name of reference
2) Offeror's relationship to reference
3) Title of reference at current job
4) Reference current telephone number (work or personal)
5) Reference e-mail address (work)

At least one reference must be from direct supervisors (current or prior) who can provide information regarding the applicant's knowledge and experience in the field of Environment and Social Performance. Preferably, the references should be from within the last 5 years of the applicant's professional employment history.

g) Submissions must be signed and received prior to the closing date and time specified above to be considered for this position. Only physically signed or electronic signature are permitted; typed signatures are not acceptable, e.g. "/s" or "[typed name of the offeror]."

h) To ensure consideration of submissions for the intended position, please reference the position title and announcement number on the subject line of your submission email and on supporting documentation and any cover letter.

13. Response Deadline

Electronic submission is required. Mailed copies of any submission shall not be accepted. Electronic packages shall be submitted by e-mail to [email protected] before the deadline stated on page 1 of this Combined Synopsis Solicitation. Submission shall reference the position title and the announcement number on the subject line of the e-mail.

MCC does not accept responsibility for delays in transmission or receipt of any submission. Offerors are responsible for submitting their package so as to reach the designated Government office by the closing date and time specified on page 1 of this Combined Synopsis Solicitation. Submissions received after the closing date and time will not be considered, unless there is acceptable evidence to establish that it was indeed received by the Government installation prior to the time and date specified in this announcement. Receipt of submissions in response to this announcement does not constitute an award commitment. The U.S. Government will not reimburse any costs incurred in the preparation of a submission. Any submission is at the sole risk of the offeror.

14. Question Deadline

Any questions regarding this announcement must be submitted in writing via email to [email protected] and [email protected] before the deadline as given on page 1 of this Combined Synopsis Solicitation.

15. Selection Process

a) Selection Process

In order to be considered for the requirement, an offeror must at a minimum meet the Required Qualifications listed above in Section 7. Qualifications. Consideration and selection will be based on a panel evaluation of the offeror's qualifications. In addition to the materials listed above, offerors are strongly encouraged to write a cover letter, not to exceed one page, to highlight their suitability for this position. The cover letter is not required and is not accepted as the required written narrative.

All Submissions will be evaluated based on the documentation submitted, the offeror's evidence of the above qualification requirements, performance in a potential discussion/negotiation session, if conducted, and information provided by references, if contacted. Please note that for evaluation purposes, MCC will take into consideration your proposed labor rate and any requested pay supplement in lieu of fringe benefits. All submissions will receive one of three scores for each of the required and desired qualifications: Does Not Meet, Meets, or Exceeds. MCC reserves the right to conduct interviews with the most qualified offerors and/or conduct a reference check on those individuals.

Offerors are strongly encouraged to ensure the work history portion thoroughly documents the duties, responsibilities and accomplishments that are directly related to this requirement in order to verify specialized experience. Errors or omissions may affect your evaluation.

The U.S. Government and MCC are not obligated to make any award or pay for any costs associated with the preparation and submission of a proposal in response to this announcement. Award of this contract is contingent on availability of funds. MCC reserves the right to not award any contract as a result of this announcement.

b) Evaluation Criteria

All quotes will be evaluated based on the evaluation factors listed below.

The following evaluation factors and sub-factors are listed in descending order of importance, starting with the most important:

1) Technical Capability: Offerors must clearly demonstrate on the submitted CV or resume that she/he would satisfy the qualifications in accordance with Section 7. Qualifications to perform the duties in accordance with Section 5. Duties. Only those quotes that meet the required technical qualifications per Section 7. Qualifications will be considered. Candidates with desired qualifications will be given additional consideration.

2) Past Performance: Offerors will be evaluated on 3 to 5 professional references for relevant work performed during the past three years. The Government will evaluate relevant work with successful performance.

The Government reserves the right to consider information from any other sources when evaluating the offeror's past performance.

3) Price: The Government will examine price quotes for reasonableness and completeness. Offerors are requested and encouraged to provide any discounted pricing.

The Bio-Data Form must be completed for the Price evaluation factor.

Except when it is determined in accordance with FAR 17.206(b) not to be in the Government's best interests, the Government will evaluate Quotes for award purposes by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. This includes options under FAR clause 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services, which applies to this solicitation. Evaluation of options under FAR 52.217-8 will be accomplished by using the prices offered for the last option period to determine the price for a 6-month option period, which will be added to the base and other option years to arrive at the total price. Evaluation of options will not obligate the Government to exercise the option(s).

c) Contract Award

This contract shall be awarded directly by MCC to an individual, not to a firm. [SAM requirement removed.]

d) Contract and Period of Performance

The successful offeror(s) may be offered a full-time, personal services type contract for a one-year base period plus 2 one-year option periods, based upon performance, agency requirements, and available funding.

The base period of performance shall be from date of award for 12 months. All option periods are exercised at the sole discretion of MCC. The contract will be for a full-time PSCs position with 6,261 total hours over the duration of the contract.

e) Place of Performance

Performance in Monrovia, Liberia.

16. Addenda

See attachments for:
1. Position Description
2. Bio-Data Form

(End of Solicitation)