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Deputy Plan Colombia Helicopter Program Manager - Colombia
ISSUANCE DATE: 02/28/05
CLOSING DATE: 03/28/05
SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-05-025 (INL)
Gentlemen/Ladies:
SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (PSC), Department of State, Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs. The United States Government, represented by the Department of State, is seeking proposals (Standard Form 171's or OF 612âs) 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 Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, Contracting Officer, INL/RM/MS, DOS, who may be reached at FAX No. (202) 776-8775 or E-Mail
[email protected]. Applications should be sent via Fed Ex or DHL. Applications sent via the US MAIL may NOT be received in time. All applications shall be submitted by fax or courier to:
Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, INL/RM/RM, Navy Hill South (202) 776-8373
Department of State
2430 E. Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20520
A copy of the application should be sent to Mark Cooper at
[email protected]
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 a resume 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 WordPerfect 5.1 or Word 97. Sincerely, Mary Pat Hayes-Crow, Contracting Officer
1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-05-025 (INL)
2. ISSUANCE DATE: 2/28/05
3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED: 3/28/05
FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 16:00 PM local time
4. POSITION TITLE: Deputy Plan Colombia Helicopter Program Manager
5. MARKET VALUE: FP-2
6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: May 2005 - May 2006
7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Bogota, Colombia
8. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below
DEPUTY PLAN COLOMBIA HELICOPTER PROGRAM MANAGER
BOGOTA, COLOMBIA
A. STATEMENT OF DUTIES
General Statement of the purpose of this contract and
responsibilities of the contractor:
A. Background: This position is assigned to the U.S.
Embassy/Narcotics Affairs Section (NAS), Bogot, Colombia.
The actual physical work site for the Deputy Plan Colombia
Helicopter Program Advisor position is located in Melgar,
Tolima at the Tolemaida Army Base. This position provides
planning, operational, and logistical support, facilities
maintenance and contract oversight for the bilateral
Colombian Army (COLAR) counter-narcotics aviation program
in Colombia and its fleet of DOS/INL aircraft. The desired
target of the bilateral Counter Narcotics Aviation Program
in Colombia is the curtailment of the supply of illegal
drugs from foreign sources into the United States through
aerial and airmobile eradication of drug crops,
interdiction of refining laboratories and trafficking
activities, and related enforcement operations.
B. Purpose: The purpose of this personal services contract
position is to provide a Deputy Plan Colombia Helicopter
Program Advisor for the bilateral CN aviation program in
Colombia. The incumbent serves as an in-country aviation
advisor, responsible to the Plan Colombia Helicopter
Program Aviation Advisor, Senior Aviation Advisor, and the
NAS Director, for providing program implementation,
direction and execution oversight in support of COLAR host
nation counter-narcotics (CN) efforts. The Deputy Plan
Colombia Helicopter Program Advisor effects high-level
interagency coordination among the American Embassy, US
Department of Defense, Colombian Military Forces, Colombian
National Police, and aviation support services contractors
and other participating agencies. The Deputy Plan Colombia
Helicopter Program Advisor plans, executes and evaluates
training and training requirements in support of the
Department of State COLAR Nationalization Plan. The Deputy
Advisor evaluates operational effectiveness of in-country
Department of State programs, to include airmobile
interdiction and eradication operations, ensuring all
aviation programs retain requisite operational and
logistical fluidity. He/she also monitors and evaluates
the aviation support services contractor's performance in
maintenance, operations, and logistics in support of these
efforts.
C. Supervisory Controls: The incumbent reports to and is
supervised directly by the Plan Colombia Helicopter Program
Advisor in all matters of program design, implementation
and management to ensure compliance with INL/A aviation
policies, directives, and operations, training and
maintenance standards by contractor personnel and host
government aircraft operators and maintainers.
D. Statement of Work: Perform oversight and evaluation of
contractor operations. This oversight includes, but is not
limited to, reviewing and recommending approval of waivers
to published directives, authorizing use of Office of
Aviation aircraft, reviewing contractor flight operations
procedures, and monitoring contractor pilot proficiency.
Submit weekly written reports of the contractor's
performance and activities to the Office of Aviation, and
provide comprehensive monthly award fee input to the
Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) through the
Senior Aviation Advisor regarding contractor performance
related to the COLAR Aviation Unit.
Assist respective COLAR ground and aviation unit staff
officers with proper planning and employment of USG assets
(INL aircraft and personnel) in the counter-drug program.
Provide instruction/guidance regarding Air Mobile Tactical
Operations to both the COLAR ground and aviation unit
leadership. Training includes, but is not limited to
instruction on the Reverse Planning Sequence for Air Mobile
Operations, Air Assault/Air Movement Planning, Fire Support
Planning (both airborne and ground assets), Ground Assault
Planning, and Air Assault integration.
Assist Embassy staff as required in validating USG Plan
Colombia concerns for Human Rights compliance within the
COLAR Aviation and Ground Units.
Submit appropriate End Use Monitoring reports on USG
aviation equipment to country team members.
When required will direct and coordinate aircraft and
personnel deployments within Colombia for the purpose of
destroying coca and poppy crops through aerial eradication,
intercepting illegal drug shipments through aerial
interdiction, and providing COLAR Aviation Unit counter-
narcotics aviation training and support for the
institutionalization program.
Develop, coordinate, organize, and implement comprehensive
operational systems and procedures for the Office of
Aviation/NAS Aviation Unit. These operational systems and
procedures include, but are not limited to, the Department
of State Aircrew Training Program, Department of State
Aviation Operations Directives, Department of State Guide
to Aviation Training and Standardization, Department of
State Aircrew Training Manuals, Office of Aviation Standard
Operating Procedures for counter-narcotics operations in
Colombia, and Deployment Operations procedures in support
of COLAR operations throughout Colombia.
Develop Air Assault/Air Movement Tactics and new training
procedures (through the contractor and the Office of
Aviation training/standardization staff) for the purpose of
enhancing the counter-drug mission in Plan Colombia. These
tactics and procedures include, but are not limited to,
Night Vision Goggle operations/tactics, and armed
helicopter escort tactics/rules of engagement/aerial
gunnery in support of the counter-narcotics mission in
Colombia.
Provide operational direction and guidance to the
contractor and COLAR Aviation Unit operations activities
and personnel for supporting the destruction and
interdiction of narcotic products into the United States.
This includes, but is not limited to, planning and
coordination with U.S. Department of Defense; Department of
State; Drug Enforcement Agency; Customs, and other federal
agencies, and host nation law enforcement agencies for the
purpose of destroying illegal narcotics crops through
aerial eradication and intercepting illegal drug shipments
through aerial interdiction operations.
Provide direction and oversight for contractor and COLAR
Aviation Unit aviation training and standardization.
Implements DoS INL Office of Aviation flight regulations,
aviation training and standardization, and aircrew training
programs. Oversees the COLAR Aviation Unit Rotary Wing
aviation standardization program.
Collect, review, and disseminate data on aviation tactics,
techniques, and employment in support of the counter-
narcotics mission of the Office of Aviation. Maintain
constant liaison with Office of Aviation; U.S. Department
of Defense; Department of State, Narcotics Affairs Section
(NAS); other U.S. Government agencies, and the U.S. Federal
Aviation Administration to keep abreast of current
policies, procedures, and rules that pertain to Office of
Aviation operations.
The Deputy Plan Colombia Helicopter Program Advisor
supervises the NAU administrative personnel in Bogot and
Tolemaida. He/She supervises the NAU subordinate advisors
to include, the UH-60 Program Manager, UH-1 Program Manager
and both the UH-60 Local National Operations & Training
Advisor, and the UH-1 Local National Operations & Training
Advisor. The Deputy Program Advisor also provides contract
oversight and supervision to approximately 400 contractor
personnel. He provides both technical and operational
oversight to the COLAR Aviation Unit staff, and technical
direction and management to contractor employees.
Incumbent plans work, sets or negotiates deadlines and
completion dates, and reviews and accepts or rejects final
work. He assigns work based on work priorities, difficulty
of the assignments, and capabilities of the employees. He
gives advice and instruction to employees on both work and
administrative matters. He identifies developmental and
training needs, find ways to improve the quality of work,
and develops overall performance standards for both COLAR
and contractor personnel.
Special emphasis on the implementation of the Plan Colombia
Nationalization Plan, Department of Defense supported
training, and an annual multi-million dollar operational
budget.
7. REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
A. U.S. citizen, subject to State Department Secret level
security clearance;
B. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in
aviation operations or equivalent, i.e., Associated degree
with five years related experience, or 10 years related
experience in military aviation with emphasis in command or
training and standardization. Experience in international
development, international affairs, or public
administration is desirable.
C. Knowledge of basic office procedures, typing and basic
computer skills required to use information technology and
management systems;
D. Knowledge of the Department of State, Bureau of
International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, INL/A
Aircrew Training and Standardization Program, to include
operating directives, training and standardization
publications, aircrew training manuals, safety program
manuals and regulations, and related documents is
desirable; however, if selected the successful candidate
must become intimately familiarized with INL standards;
E. Knowledge of U.S. Federal Aviation Administration
regulations, including, but not limited to FAR Part 1, 61,
67, 91, 135, 137, 141, 143, and 830;
F. Knowledge of and experience in the formulation of
plans and policies pertaining to operations within unit
level operations and flight training activities. Should
have a basic knowledge of command communications,
government intelligence procedures;
G. Experienced in budget planning process as it pertains
to aviation related operations is desirable;
H. Desirable qualifications include experience in aircraft
operating/training management in a military or civil
organization involved in the training and standardization
of rotary-wing pilots and the tactical employment of
aircraft in a high threat environment; preference will be
given to candidates with such experience;
I. Spanish language ability at the Foreign Service
Institute Level R/2, S/2 or the Defense Language
Proficiency Test (DLPT) level 2/2 is required; and
J. Knowledge of U.S. Government contract administration
procedures is desirable.
8. COMPLEXITY
A. Assignments for the Deputy Plan Colombia Helicopter
Program Advisor include analysis of all facets of aviation
operations management and involve a fleet of fixed wing and
rotary wing; tactical and transport aircraft, which
function within an integrated program of diverse counter-
narcotics missions. These missions include air assault/air
movement of COLAR ground troops, force protection for
aerial eradication, aerial interdiction, forward area
aerial resupply/replenishment/sustainment activities, and
COLAR aviation training.
B. Incumbent must apply specialized and professional
knowledge to supervise flight standardization of aviation
support contractor and COLAR Aviation Unit aircrews
operating in Colombia at multiple forward operating
locations.
C. The incumbent oversees multi-national/multi-cultural air
crew/maintenance training programs, plans, policies, and
procedures for the Office of Aviation. Coordinates
recommendations from staff officers, consults with the
Senior Aviation Advisor and the Director of Operations of
the Office of Aviation regarding ongoing projects, provides
guidance to Standardization Pilots, contractor, COLAR
Aviation Unit and DOS operations personnel, and oversees
implementation of the program. These plans and procedures
include, but are not limited to, development of a Night
Vision Goggle training plan for COLAR Aviation Unit rotary
wing aircrews.
D. The incumbent performs continuous analysis of
interrelated issues of effectiveness and efficiency
affecting the Office of Aviation's aviation program that
will improve effectiveness and flight safety of aviation
operations in support of the counter-narcotics mission.
E. The incumbent provides aviation and ground safety
management and oversight of U.S. Government, and contractor
safety program personnel operating in Bogot and at
multiple forward operating locations in Colombia. The
incumbent develops and oversees the aviation and ground
safety training programs, plans, policies, and procedures
for INL/A. Coordinates recommendations from staff
officers; consults with the Senior Aviation Advisor
regarding ongoing projects; provides safety program
guidance to NAS and contractor personnel, and oversees
implementation of the overall safety program. The
incumbent performs continuous analysis of ongoing programs
to determine the requirement for new procedures/policies
that will improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and flight
safety of aviation operations in support of the counter-
narcotics mission.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Factor 1. (Contract Oversight). Offeror's ability to:
a. Perform oversight and evaluation of contractor
operations, to include reviewing and recommending approval
of waivers to published directives, authorizing use of
aircraft, reviewing contractor flight operations
procedures, and monitoring contractor pilot proficiency.
b. Prepare and coordinate periodic reports on contractor
performance, both orally and in writing; prepare
comprehensive award fee input.
c. Provide operational direction and guidance to the
contractor for supporting the destruction and interdiction
of narcotics products into the United States.
d. Coordinate with Government representatives and provide
oversight of contractor personnel.
Factor 2. (Assist NAS Aviation Unit). Offeror's ability to:
a. Assist COLAR ground and aviation unit staff officers
with proper planning and employment of USG air assets in
the counter-drug program.
b. Provide instruction/guidance regarding Air Mobile
Tactical Operations, Reverse Planning Sequence for Air
Mobile Operations, Air Assault/Air Movement Planning, Fire
Support Planning (airborne and ground assets), and Air
Assault integration to COLAR ground and aviation unit
leadership.
c. Develop Air Assault/Air Movement Tactics and new
training procedures to enhance the counter-drug mission.
d. Develop Night Vision Goggle (NVG) operations/tactics,
and armed helicopter escort tactics/rules of
engagement/aerial gunnery in support of the counter-
narcotics mission.
Factor 3. (Assist Embassy; Represent USG-INL/A Interests).
Offeror's ability to:
a. Direct and coordinate aircraft and personnel
deployments for the purpose of destroying coca and poppy
crops through aerial eradication, intercepting illegal drug
shipments through aerial interdiction, and providing COLAR
Aviation Unit counter-narcotics aviation training and
support for the institutionalization program.
b. Develop, coordinate, organize, and implement
comprehensive operational systems and procedures, including
the Aircrew Training Program, Aviation Operations
Directives, and the Guide to Aviation Training and
Standardization, Aircrew Training Manuals, Standard
Operating Procedures and Deployment Operations procedures
in support of COLAR operations.
c. Perform planning and coordination with U.S. Department
of Defense, Department of State, Drug Enforcement Agency,
and Customs, other federal agencies, and host nation law
enforcement agencies for the purpose of destroying illegal
narcotics crops through aerial eradication and intercepting
illegal drug shipments through aerial interdiction
operations.
d. Provide direction and oversight of contractor and
COLAR Aviation Unit training and standardization.
e. Implement flight regulations and aviation training
programs.
f. Collect, review and disseminate data on aviation
tactics, techniques and employment in support of counter-
narcotics missions.
Factor 4: (Past Performance). Offeror's previous experience and
quality of performance. (Evaluator may use all evaluation
information available at the time of the evaluation, whether
provided by the applicant or obtained from references.)
B. COMPENSATION: Compensation for the position will be negotiated as follows: Level of experience will dictate the salary level within the grade range. Entry level salary will normally be at the first step of the grade range for the position. However, consideration will be given to the successful applicantâs experience that is specifically relevant to the position to be filled. Number of years of relevant experience will determine at what step within the grade range the successful applicant will be compensated.
C. AS A MATTER OF POLICY, A PSC IS NORMALLY AUTHORIZED THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS (except for U.S. Resident Hires):
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). *
(A) 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).
(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)
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