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2. The North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 541611 and the small business size standard is $14.0 million.
3. FAR Clauses 52.212-1 through 52.212-5 apply to this procurement. The exact text and wording of clauses and provisions may be obtained from the Internet at http://acquisition.gov/far/index.html. The Government contemplates the award of a Time and Materials Order resulting from this solicitation. NOTE: An Addendum to FAR clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, (Alt I) is attached.
4. The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) is a U.S. Government corporation whose mission is to provide assistance that will support economic growth and poverty reduction in carefully selected countries that demonstrate a commitment to just and democratic governance economic freedom, and investments in their citizenry. For more information on the MCC, please visit www.mcc.gov.
5. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS FOR AN INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT AND IS NOT FOR INDIVIDUALS SEEKING EMPLOYMENT DIRECT WITH MCC. PLEASE VISIT: http://www.irs.gov/business/small/index.html FOR INFORMATION REGARDING INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS. Note: MCC will assist the consultant in coordinating with an Independent Contractor Engagement Services Provider for payroll, travel, international travel insurance, etc., therefore, a DUNS number and registration in System for Award Management (SAMS) is not required.
6. Description of Services: MCC requires the services of a professional to provide technical assistance in conducting monitoring, evaluation, and economic analysis of its investments in El Salvador.
7. This combined synopsis and solicitation notice is a request for competitive quotations. Therefore, all quotations received prior to the RFQ close date will be considered.
8. The Government will award an order to the responsible independent consultants(s) whose quote conforming to this notice represents the best value in terms of technical criteria, past performance and price. All non-price factors (technical criteria and past performance) are more important than price. If options are included, quotes will be evaluated by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. Evaluation of options shall not obligate the Government to exercise the options(s).
9. Evaluation Factors. Only quotes which meet the mandatory technical evaluation criteria will be considered.
TECHNICAL CRITERIA
The qualifications of the MCC Evaluation Liaison for this assignment include the following:
Required:
• On‐the‐ground monitoring and evaluation experience in developing countries
• Language proficiency in Spanish
• Advanced degree in fields such as economics, social sciences, policy analysis or public administration
• Experience working in Central America
Highly desirable:
• Knowledge and experience with qualitative and quantitative tools & methodology
• Knowledge and experience with data collection & analysis
• Knowledge and experience with statistical and analytical tools
• Knowledge and experience with management information systems
• Knowledge and experience with development of project monitoring systems
• Knowledge and experience with training and facilitations skills
Other requirements:
International travel may be required. The MCC Evaluation Liaison may be requested to mobilize on a short notice and will be expected to deliver high quality finished products in a timely manner.
PAST PERFORMANCE
Three (3) professional references for relevant work performed during the past three years.
PRICE
The Government will examine the proposed rate for reasonableness.
10. Evaluation Methodology. The Government will perform a comparative analysis of quotes and will assess the advantages and disadvantages of each quote as related to the Evaluation Factors. Multiple awards may be made from this notice and all quotes will be retained and may be utilized for requirements for a period of 6 months.
11. Quote Deadline. Independent Consultants are invited to submit their quotations in response to this notice by 2:00 pm Eastern Standard Time (est.), December 21, 2012. Only e-mailed requests for additional information will be accepted at [email protected] by 12:00 pm eastern standard time on December 18, 2012. Quotations submitted in response to this notice shall include the solicitation number AND description in the subject line and be signed, dated and submitted via email to [email protected]. The maximum file size is 10mb.
12. Quote Submission The Individual Consultant shall submit the following document:
Technical: (1) Cover letter that addresses all technical criteria as listed in this solicitation; (2) Curriculum Vitae (15 page maximum);
Past Performance: Three professional references;
Price: Bio-Data Form which includes the independent consultant's proposed rate and salary history. See Attachment.
13. FAR 52.212.3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items shall be required from the selected consultant, prior to the time of award.
14. There are no additional contract requirements(s) necessary for this acquisition other than those consistent with customary commercial practices.
15. See attached three (3) documents entitled: (1) Addendum to FAR Clause 52.212-4, (Alt I); (2) MCC Bio-Data Form and (3) Statement of Work.