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95332421Q0065

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

Listing of Incorporated Purchase Requisitions Section B - Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs Section C - Description/Specifications/Work Statement Section D - Packaging and Marking Section E - Inspection and Acceptance Terms Section F - Delivery or Performance Section G - Contract Administration Data Section H - Special Contract Requirements Section I - Contract Clauses Section J - List of Documents, Exhibits, and other Attachments Section K - Representations, Certifications, and Other Statements of Offerors Section L - Instructions, Conditions and Notices to Offerors Section M - Evaluation Factors for Award

Listing of Incorporated Purchase Requisitions

Incorporated Purchase Requisition Numbers:

DCO-PR-21-0222

Section B - Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs

Item Number Base Item Number

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

0001 Base: Direct Labor 1 LT Contract Type:Time and Materials

Unit Price Other Direct Costs

Extended Price

Description:

2,087 Hours of Direct Labor, Excluding Credit Time

Purchase Requisitions DCO-PR-21-0222

IDC Type: Not Applicable FSC Codes: R497 SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACTS NAICS Code: 541990 All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical S...

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

0002 Base: Employe FICA (7.65% of Direct Labor)

1 LT

Contract Type:Time and Materials Unit Price

Other Direct Costs Extended Price

Description:

Purchase Requisitions DCO-PR-21-0222

IDC Type: Not Applicable

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

0003 Base: Other Direct Costs (ODCs) 1 LT Contract Type:Time and Materials

Unit Price Other Direct Costs

Extended Price

Description:

Purchase Requisitions DCO-PR-21-0222

IDC Type: Not Applicable

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

1001 OP 1: Direct Labor 1 LT Contract Type:Time and Materials

Unit Price Other Direct Costs

Extended Price

Description:

2,087 Hours of Direct Labor, Excluding Credit Time

Purchase Requisitions

Option: 1 Option Time Date: 7/18/22 Option Time Duration: 364 Option Time Units: Days IDC Type: Not Applicable

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

1002 OP 1: Employe FICA (7.65% of Direct Labor)

1 LT

Contract Type:Time and Materials Unit Price

Other Direct Costs Extended Price

Description:

Purchase Requisitions

Option: 1 Option Time Date: 7/18/22 Option Time Duration: 364 Option Time Units: Days IDC Type: Not Applicable

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

1003 OP 1: Other Direct Costs (ODCs) 1 LT Contract Type:Time and Materials

Unit Price Other Direct Costs

Extended Price

Description:

Purchase Requisitions

Option: 1 Option Time Date: 7/18/22 Option Time Duration: 364 Option Time Units: Days IDC Type: Not Applicable

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

2001 OP 2: Direct Labor 1 LT Contract Type:Time and Materials

Unit Price Other Direct Costs

Extended Price

Description:

2,087 Hours of Direct Labor, Excluding Credit Time

Purchase Requisitions

Option: 2 Option Time Date: 7/18/23 Option Time Duration: 365 Option Time Units: Days IDC Type: Not Applicable

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

2002 OP 2: Employe FICA (7.65% of Direct Labor)

1 LT

Contract Type:Time and Materials Unit Price

Other Direct Costs Extended Price

Description:

Purchase Requisitions

Option: 2 Option Time Date: 7/18/23 Option Time Duration: 365 Option Time Units: Days IDC Type: Not Applicable

Item Number Base Item Number

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

2003 OP 2: Other Direct Costs (ODCs) 1 LT Contract Type:Time and Materials

Unit Price Other Direct Costs

Extended Price

Description:

Purchase Requisitions

Option: 2 Option Time Date: 7/18/23 Option Time Duration: 365 Option Time Units: Days IDC Type: Not Applicable

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

3001 OP 3: Direct Labor 1 LT Contract Type:Time and Materials

Unit Price Other Direct Costs

Extended Price

Description:

2,087 Hours of Direct Labor, Excluding Credit Time

Purchase Requisitions

Option: 3 Option Time Date: 7/18/24 Option Time Duration: 364 Option Time Units: Days IDC Type: Not Applicable

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

3002 OP 3: Employe FICA (7.65% of Direct Labor)

1 LT

Contract Type:Time and Materials Unit Price

Other Direct Costs Extended Price

Description:

Purchase Requisitions

Option: 3 Option Time Date: 7/18/24 Option Time Duration: 364 Option Time Units: Days IDC Type: Not Applicable

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

3003 OP 3: Other Direct Costs (ODCs) 1 LT Contract Type:Time and Materials

Unit Price Other Direct Costs

Extended Price

Description:

Purchase Requisitions

Option: 3 Option Time Date: 7/18/24 Option Time Duration: 364 Option Time Units: Days IDC Type: Not Applicable

4001 OP 4: Direct Labor 1 LT

Contract Type:Time and Materials Unit Price

Other Direct Costs Extended Price

Description:

2,087 Hours of Direct Labor, Excluding Credit Time

Purchase Requisitions

Option: 4 Option Time Date: 7/18/25 Option Time Duration: 364 Option Time Units: Days IDC Type: Not Applicable

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

4002 OP 4: Employe FICA (7.65% of Direct Labor)

1 LT

Contract Type:Time and Materials Unit Price

Other Direct Costs Extended Price

Description:

Purchase Requisitions

Option: 4 Option Time Date: 7/18/25 Option Time Duration: 364 Option Time Units: Days IDC Type: Not Applicable

4003 OP 4: Other Direct Costs (ODCs) 1 LT

Contract Type:Time and Materials Unit Price

Other Direct Costs Extended Price

Description:

Purchase Requisitions

Option: 4 Option Time Date: 7/18/25 Option Time Duration: 364 Option Time Units: Days IDC Type: Not Applicable

Clauses incorporated by reference

None

Clauses incorporated by full text

B.1 B.1 LIMITATION OF FUNDS - INCREMENTALLY FUNDED CONTRACTS

B.1. Limitation of Funds – Incrementally Funded Contracts

In accordance with clause MCC 52.232-72, “Limitation of Funds – Incrementally Funded Contracts,”

funds in the amount of $_________ have been allotted to this contract. It is contemplated that funds now obligated under this contract will cover the work to be performed until _________. The Contractor shall not perform work on the contract which exceeds the total amount actually allotted by the Government to the contract. The Government is not obligated to reimburse the Contractor for costs incurred in excess of the total amount allotted by the Government to this contract. The contractor assumes the risk for any increased costs beyond what the Government obligates.

Section C - Description/Specifications/Work Statement

Statement of Work Announcement Number: 95332421Q0065

Title: DCO Data Collaboratives for Local Impact (DCLI) Data & Digital Capacity and Civic Technology Senior Director Full Time PSC

Position Information: Full-Time Personal Services Contractor (PSC)

One (1) one-year (2,087 hours per year), renewable for up to 4 years at the sole discretion of the Government.

Pay Band: 2D $141,000 -$194,400 ($67.57 - $93.14 per hour) https://www.mcc.gov/careers/pay-bands

The PSC may receive a pay supplement of 15% of the employee's direct labor cost in lieu of fringe benefits.

Closing Date for Questions: 2:00pm Eastern Time (ET), 22 June 2021 (Tuesday)

Questions must be submitted via email to Andrew E. Lee, leeae@mcc.gov.

Submission Deadline: 5:00pm Eastern Time (ET), 29 June 2021 (Tuesday)

Submissions must be submitted via email to Andrew E. Lee, leeae@mcc.gov.

Position Security Level: Non‐Sensitive/Low Risk (T‐1)

Who May Be Considered: U.S. citizens

Place of Performance: Principal place of performance in Washington, DC, USA and/or PSC's home of record.

Type of Contract: Time-and-material (T&M) with One (1) One-Year Base Period and Four (4) One-Year Option Periods.

Multiple awards may result from this solicitation.

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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

The Senior Director will work with the DC‐based Managing Director to advance key MCC Data and Digital transformation milestones in MCC programs and partnerships (Data & Digital Collaboratives or CoLab). Specifically, s/he will support (1) The development of a vision and workplan for the establishment of the CoLab within MCC; (2) Help to explore partnerships in support of this effort; (3) Contribute to onboarding of a small team; (4) and support the process of operationalizing relevant efforts. These include understanding problems related to data and digital tool access, integration, timeliness and use by different stakeholders; contribute to building the business case for greater country interest and commitment to data availability, access and use; advance innovation to further objectives of partner country development; and promote active country participation and buy‐in to the process of strengthening country‐led data use and innovation.

The Senior Director will report to the Managing Director of the CoLab and will also closely coordinate with MCC country teams and MCC partner organizations. S/he will have a valid U.S. Government security clearance, to participate fully in MCC‐related activities.

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 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.

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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 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.

• Active System for Award Management (www.sam.gov) registration (this is a free, Government website) and be listed as sole-proprietor.

• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required.

• The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) is precluded from permitting Personal Services Contractors (PSCs) from permanently working overseas without Chief of Mission Authority or an approved Domestic Employee Teleworking Overseas (DETO) Agreement.

5. Duties

a) Major Duties and Responsibilities

1. Responsible for understanding country‐specific data needs and, by building and sustaining relations, for promoting the interest, participation and commitment of relevant country, regional and global stakeholders (government, NGO, private sector, and other) in the design and implementation of activities that strengthen country data and innovation ecosystems. Actively contributes to and executes the strategy of the MCC Data & Digital Capacity and Innovation CoLab, building on the experience of the MCC‐PEPFAR Data Collaborative for Local Impact Partnership, as well as the USAID‐funded Women's Business Lab and Network (WDLN), including adapting and replicating successful aspects of these and other MCC partnerships.

2. Participates in process of onboarding, providing direction to and relaying feedback to staff, PSCs, fellows and other team members that may be brought on by MCC to support this work.

3. Works with Managing Director and the MCC Office of Strategic Partnerships (OSP) to identify, evaluate and prioritize potential partners that would further MCC's goals in the data and digital space – while also providing additional resources and innovative technical steer and value.

4. Contributes to the evolving set of options of activities that may be designed and implemented to strengthen local country data and innovation ecosystems – and proposes new initiatives that will strategically advance the objectives of the CoLab.

5. Coordinates and directs country specific components of data and innovation ecosystem assessments, stakeholder mapping and analysis, and engagement planning and execution. Ensures meeting / workshop outcomes and insights are included in project planning and shared with the MCC Data and Digital CoLab team and other MCC personnel.

6. Contributes to an evolving project logic based on in‐country contexts, including issues related to data access and use, innovation and entrepreneurship, and the development and integration of civic technology – and ensures this understanding is incorporated in the final mix of activities of the CoLab.

7. Establishes and maintains an understanding of the governance and legislative landscape as it pertains to open data, http://www.sam.gov data sharing and transparency, innovation and technology, including progress of a particular country on commitments (global, USG, regional, and to other donors or partners).

8. Maintains regular contact with the country leads of MCC and partners to ensure they are informed of status, areas of synergy and overlap with the roles and programs for which they are responsible, such that they can provide valuable input / insight into ways to enhance country engagement.

9. Provides regular oversight of contractor, consultant or implementing partner activities, including review of periodic progress towards milestones – and coordinates with other MCC actors as issues or opportunities arise.

10. Coordinates evolving thinking about how to ensure greater country buy‐in – and program / platform sustainability – and regularly validates these assumptions through stakeholder engagement.

11. Works with the Managing Director to identify, track and manage key CoLab and programmatic risks and opportunities – both for MCC, its partners, and from the viewpoint of the partner country where activities will be implemented.

12. Plans, participates in, and leads meetings, work sessions and workshops with project stakeholders, including: MCC consultants and in‐country teams.

13. Participates in country visits and other travel, including planning and execution of visits from MCC and partner staff, in coordination with in‐country personnel.

14. Contributes to internal and external communications, including but not limited to briefers, presentations, and other tools.

15. Coordinates team activity and provides guidance to team members on strategic and tactical tasks and projects.

16. Performs other related duties as assigned.

b) Travel

The incumbent will be required to undertake 4-8 international trips annually.

c) Supervisory Controls

As a recognized authority in local data use and integration, the employee is subject to administrative and policy direction concerning overall project priorities and objectives by the Managing Director. The employee is typically delegated complete responsibility and authority to plan, schedule, and carry out major components of the work. Analyses, evaluations, and recommendations developed by the employee are normally reviewed by management officials only for potential influence on broad agency policy objectives and program goals. Findings and recommendations are normally accepted without significant change.

d) Guidelines

Guidelines consist of broad administrative and program policy statements, basic legislation, related court decisions, or local laws that require extensive interpretation. The employee uses judgment and discretion in determining intent, and in interpreting and revising existing policy and regulatory guidance for use by others within or outside the employing organization. The employee is recognized as an expert in the development and/or interpretation of guidance on program planning and evaluation in the area of data integration, digital technologies, aggregation and use.

e) Complexity

Work consists of a variety of duties to plan and direct work efforts to address program issues where existing policies and precedents do not exist. The incumbent determines what needs to be done by conducting extensive research and analysis to assess the nature and scope of problems/issues and to develop comprehensive solutions. Assignments are complicated by the need to deal with subjective concepts, the quality and quantity of actions are measurable primarily in predictive terms, and/or findings and conclusions are highly subjective and not readily susceptible to verification through replication of study methods or reevaluation of results. Options, recommendations, and conclusions take into account and give appropriate weight to uncertainties about the data and other variables which affect long‐range program performance.

f) Scope and Effect

The purpose of the work is to set and achieve major aspects of the MCC Data and Digital CoLab's objectives. The employee, in collaboration with the CoLab MD and team, develops long‐range program plans, goals, objectives, and milestones specific to the CoLab and its partner countries – and establishes plans to measure results and impact. The employee resolves problems or copes with issues which directly affect the accomplishment of MCC program goals and objectives.

g) Personal Contacts/Purpose of Contacts

Personal contacts are with individuals inside and outside the agency and may include Government officials, representatives of non‐government organizations, civil society, consultants, contractors, or business executives in a moderately unstructured setting. Contacts may also include the head of the employing agency or program officials several managerial levels above the employee.

The purpose of contacts is to obtain input, contribute to shaping optimal partnership activities or implementation strategies – and/or to share findings and recommendations on organizational improvement or program effectiveness issues. The employee may encounter resistance due to such issues as organizational conflict, competing objectives, or resource problems.

h) Physical Demands

The work is primarily sedentary, although some walking, bending, or carrying of light items may be involved. International travel is required. Also, travel to MCC program countries is expected, and including possible travel to rural areas with rudimentary accommodations.

i) Work Environment

Work is performed in a home‐office setting. However, position requires considerable visits to meet and work with country counterparts, other donors and country‐based stakeholders.

6. Position Security Level

Non‐Sensitive/Low Risk (T‐1)

The PSC start date is contingent upon a successful background investigation conducted by the MCC Security Office (MCC Domestic & International Security (DIS)).

7. Qualifications

Offerors must meet all the Required Qualifications described below by the closing date of this announcement. Desired Qualifications are not required but preferred and will only be considered once all Required Qualifications are met. Offerors must demonstrate that they possess the following:

a) Required Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 15 years integrating technology, digital tools and/or information communication networks elements into public or private sector development programs to achieve optimal and integrated digitally-enhanced solutions to public or private sector development and/or implementation challenges.

2. Minimum of 8 years of experience with methods and processes used in the strategic planning, assessment and improvement of technology elements of public or private sector development programs, processes and systems sufficient to evaluate the need for, assess feasibility of, and respond to various inquiries during the design – and guide deployment of technology, digital and data-related investments and implementation of program operations.

3. Minimum of 5 years of experience in design and/or development of holistic investments that enhance digital transformation and innovation including but not limited to data and open data sharing policies, interoperability, security and privacy; human capital including numeracy, analytics and visualization, innovation and enterpreneurship as well as data science involving machine learning and artificial intelligence; and backbone broadband and Internet as well as systems, tools and digital networks.

4. Demonstrated success in managing and overseeing high-impact projects, programs or partnerships from concept through to completion with a strong record of achievement of desired outcomes and strong project management skills are prerequisites for this role.

5. Minimum of 10 years of experience working with foreign stakeholders including private sector companies, non government organizations, governments, development finance institutions (DFIs), investment banks, multi-lateral organizations, and/or NGOs, in order to be able to facilitate and create public-private partnership related to the technology field.

6. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively, including with remote telework multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, and with staff of other US Government agencies, foreign governments, civil society organizations, and private technology sector firms.

7. Demonstrated the ability to provide strategic recommendations to senior management officials on technology matters related to private sector development in international development programs.

8. Advanced postgraduate degree (Masters or Ph. D) in a technology-related field or a related discipline.

9. Professional proficiency in English.

b) Desired Qualifications:

1. Knowledge of US Government Agencies or MCC's organization, rules, procedures, administrative policies, and operational requirements.

2. Relevant (technology, digital transformation) experience working in countries in Africa in which MCC works currently or might in the future – and particularly in Cote d'Ivoire, Ethiopia, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, amongst others.

3. Professional proficiency in at least one of MCC's portfolio company business transactional languages (aside from English), e.g., Spanish, French, and/or Portuguese.

4. Demonstrated the ability to draft comprehensive reports to inform management of progress being made, as well as successes and concerns related to on-going technology-focused projects/programs.

Note: All experience must be well-documented on the resume and within the 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 (Section J List of Documents, Exhibits, and other Attachments of this Combined Synopsis Solicitation) with proposed salary (Subsection 12(c) below)—see Submission Instructions to

PSCs Candidates (Offerors) regarding permissible signature types;

2) A curriculum vitae or resume (limit ten (10) pages);

3) A written narrative clearly describing relevant experience and knowledge of each of the qualifications listed in

Section 7. Qualifications (limit five (5) pages); and

4) At least three (3) and no more than five (5) professional references with current contact information.

Desired Documentation:

1) A cover letter, not to exceed one (1) page, to highlight your interest and suitability for this position. The cover letter is not considered as a part of the required written narrative (Subsection 8(3) above); and

2) A copy of Academic Transcript(s). Transcript(s) may be requested by MCC before award to validate the offeror's education history (limit twenty (20) pages).

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).

Overtime is not authorized on this contract. However, credit hours and compensatory time off for travel may be authorized for a full-time PSC.

The pay range for this position is 2D $141,000 -$194,400 ($67.57 - $93.14 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 work experience. A salary above this pay range will not be entertained or negotiated.

MCC issues W-2s to the PSCs and makes the employer contribution to FICA and Medicare for the PSCs. MCC also withholds FICA, Medicare, federal tax and state tax on behalf of the PSCs. The PSCs are 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 15% of the employee's direct labor cost in lieu of fringe benefits.

a) Sick Leave

A full-time PSC 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

A full-time PSC earns four (4), six (6), or eight (8) 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 https://www.mcc.gov/careers/pay-bands

A full-time PSC working at MCC Headquarters in Washington, DC is eligible for parking or transit subsidy, subject to the availability of funds. The full-time PSC whose primary place of performance is not at the MCC Headquarters is not eligible for this subsidy.

d) Credit Hours

A full-time PSC 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—refer to MCC 52.237-70 Personal Services – General Terms and Conditions, section for Compensatory Time Off for Travel. PSCs may be compensated for the credit hour balance upon termination subject to availability of funds.

11. Travel Rules

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

12. 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 will 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) Qualified individuals must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) before submission, either in "Active" or "Submitted" status. The approval of your record in SAM may take weeks and the Government cannot award a contract without an "Active" SAM registration. Offerors without a SAM registration (neither "Active" nor "Submitted") at the close of the RFQ submission deadline may be rejected. MCC will extract pertinent representations and certifications from the offeror's SAM account.

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. Note that your salary negotiation will be based on the number of years of relevant experience.

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 should be from direct supervisors (current or prior) who can provide information regarding the applicant's knowledge and experience in the relevant field. 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 Andrew E. Lee, leeae@mcc.gov, before the deadline stated on the first page of Section C Description/Specifications/Work Statement 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 to reach the designated Government office by the closing date and time specified on the first page of Section C Description/Specifications/Work Statement 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 and expense of the offeror.

14. Question Deadline

Any questions regarding this announcement must be submitted in writing via email to Andrew E. Lee, leeae@mcc.gov, before the question deadline stipulated on the first page of Section C Description/Specifications/Work Statement of this Combined Synopsis Solicitation.

15. Selection Process

a) Selection Process

In order to be considered for award, 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 encouraged to write a cover letter, not to exceed one (1) 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 possible discussion/interview 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 the pay mailto:leeae@mcc.gov mailto:leeae@mcc.gov 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 thoroughly and clearly document the duties, responsibilities and accomplishments that are directly relevant 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 quote in response to this announcement. The contract award is contingent on availability of funds. MCC reserves the right to not award any contract as a result of this announcement.

16. Contract Award

This contract shall be awarded directly by MCC to an individual, not to a firm. At the Government's discretion, e.g. unable to identify a best-value offeror or secure funding, this solicitation may be canceled without an award. The Government may consider opening a new solicitation for this position.

17. Contract and Period of Performance

The successful offeror(s), who is/are found to be the best value to the Government, may be offered a time-and-materials (T&M), personal services type contract for a one (1) one-year base period plus four (4) one-year option periods.

The base period of performance shall be for one (1) year. All option periods are exercised at the sole discretion of MCC based upon performance, agency requirements, and availability of funding. The contract will be for a full-time PSC position with 10,435 total hours over the entire duration of the contract.

[End of Section C. Description/Specifications/Work Statement]

Section D - Packaging and Marking

Section E - Inspection and Acceptance Terms

Section F - Delivery or Performance

Line Item: 0001 Period Of Performance Start Date Period Of Performance End Date Period Of Performance Address

7/18/21 7/17/22 MCC Headquarters Millennium Challenge Corporation 1099 Fourteenth Street NW, Suite 700

WASHINGTON

US 20005

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7/18/21 7/17/22 MCC Headquarters Millennium Challenge Corporation 1099 Fourteenth Street NW, Suite 700

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7/18/21 7/17/22 MCC Headquarters Millennium Challenge Corporation 1099 Fourteenth Street NW, Suite 700

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7/18/22 7/17/23 MCC Headquarters Millennium Challenge Corporation 1099 Fourteenth Street NW, Suite 700

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7/18/22 7/17/23 MCC Headquarters Millennium Challenge Corporation 1099 Fourteenth Street NW, Suite 700

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7/18/22 7/17/23 MCC Headquarters Millennium Challenge Corporation 1099 Fourteenth Street NW, Suite 700

Line Item: 2001

7/18/23 7/17/24 MCC Headquarters Millennium Challenge Corporation 1099 Fourteenth Street NW, Suite 700

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7/18/24 7/17/25 MCC Headquarters Millennium Challenge Corporation 1099 Fourteenth Street NW, Suite 700

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7/18/24 7/17/25 MCC Headquarters Millennium Challenge Corporation 1099 Fourteenth Street NW, Suite 700

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7/18/24 7/17/25 MCC Headquarters Millennium Challenge Corporation 1099 Fourteenth Street NW, Suite 700

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7/18/25 7/17/26 MCC Headquarters Millennium Challenge Corporation

1099 Fourteenth Street NW, Suite 700

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7/18/25 7/17/26 MCC Headquarters Millennium Challenge Corporation 1099 Fourteenth Street NW, Suite 700

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7/18/25 7/17/26 MCC Headquarters Millennium Challenge Corporation 1099 Fourteenth Street NW, Suite 700

F.1. Deliverables

F.1. Deliverables

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

The PSC will provide a brief monthly progress report as a regular deliverable. Monthly progress reports will consist of the following format to measure the progress of the work undertaken that month:

Task: XXXXXX

Status: XXXXXXXX

Recommendations: XXXXXXX

Monthly reports are due the first workday of each month.

Deliverables will be considered "draft" upon initial receipt. Drafts will be reviewed and accepted or concerns raised/comments provided within two weeks of receipt. The PSC shall appropriately address the Corporations' concerns and provide final deliverables within one week of receiving the MCC response.

In addition to monthly progress reports, the PSC 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 PSC also will produce other reports and analyses as requested by MCC.

F.2. Place of Performance

F.2. Place of Performance

MCC headquarters in Washington, DC and the PSC's home of record in accordance with the PSC's System for Award Management (SAM) registration or another location as agreed by the Contracting Officer (CO) and the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

Section G - Contract Administration Data

Requesting Office Address

MCC-HQ

Millennium Challenge Corporation Contracts and Grants Management Division 1099 Fourteenth St NW, Suite 700 Washington DC 20005-3550 Phone: Fax:

Contact Details:

Property Administration Office Address

Millennium Challenge Corporation Contracts and Grants Management Division 1099 Fourteenth St NW, Suite 700 Washington DC 20005-3550

COTR Office Address

Millennium Challenge Corporation Contracts and Grants Management Division 1099 Fourteenth St NW, Suite 700 Washington DC 20005-3550

Issuing Office Address

Millennium Challenge Corporation Contracts and Grants Management Division 1099 Fourteenth St NW, Suite 700 Washington DC 20005-3550

G.1 G.1 TIMESHEET INSTRUCTIONS

G.1 TIMESHEET INSTRUCTIONS

The contractor shall submit time sheets for actual hours worked.

Time sheets shall be sent to the COR and/or the PM on the first Monday after the end of the pay period. The COR and/or the PM will approve the time sheets and will forward to the Interior Business Center (IBC). IBC processes payroll checks via direct deposit in the PSC bank account on the second Tuesday after the end of the pay period.

If it is determined that the time is incorrect the time sheet may be revised by the Government, or the Contractor may be required to submit a revised time sheet.

To constitute a proper time sheet, each time sheet must include the following information:

(1) Name of the Contractor

(2) Date of pay period

(3) Contract number; also modification number, if applicable

(4) Duns number

(5) Employee Signature

Inquiries regarding the status of payroll may be directed to IBC Accounting. The email address is:

IBCden_MCC_PSC@ibc.doi.gov. (There are two underscores in this email address (1) after the first three characters (2) after the second set of characters.)

MCC 52.232-70 INVOICE INSTRUCTIONS (MAY 2017)

Invoices shall be paid in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act, thirty days (30) following receipt of a proper invoice.

The Contractor shall submit each invoice electronically via email or fax to the following:

Fax: 303.969.5151/7281 ATTN: MCC Payments, or

Email: MCC_Accounting_IBCDENVER@ibc.doi.gov, or

As an alternative to electronic submission of invoices, one copy of each invoice may be submitted to the following address:

Interior Business Center

M/S D-2773

7301 West Mansfield Avenue

Lakewood, CO 80235-2230

If it is determined that the amount billed is incorrect, the invoice may be revised by the Government, or the contractor may be required to submit a revised invoice.

To constitute a proper invoice, each invoice must include the following information and/or attached documentation:

(1) Name, address and telephone of the Contractor

(2) Date of invoice and invoice number

(3) Contract number (including task order or call number and contract line item(s)) also modification number, if applicable

(4) Description (quantity, unit of measure, unit price, and extended price) of the supplies/services rendered (including hours incurred and billing rate, as applicable to the contract) mailto:MCC_Accounting_IBCDENVER@ibc.doi.gov mailto:MCC_Accounting_IBCDENVER@ibc.doi.gov mailto:MCC_Accounting_IBCDENVER@ibc.doi.gov

(5) A schedule depicting the following information:

Amount Invoiced

This Period

Cumulative Amount Invoiced Authorized Value of Contract Balance Remaining on Contract

If the contractor is billing for costs incurred over more than a single month, the costs for each month in which the costs were incurred and shall be segregated into the month they were actually incurred.

(6) Name of Contracting Officer's Representative (COR); and

(7) Signature of authorized representative of the firm with the following invoice certification:

"The undersigned hereby certifies to the best of my knowledge and belief that: the sum claimed under this contract is proper and due, and all the costs of contract performance have been paid, or to the extent allowed under the applicable payment clause, will be paid by the Contractor when due in the ordinary course of business; the work reflected by these costs has been performed, and amounts involved are consistent with the requirements of this Contract.

BY:______________________________________

TITLE:___________________________________

DATE: ___________________________________

Inquiries regarding the status of invoices may be directed to NBC Accounting. The email address is:

MCC_Accounting_IBCDENVER@ibc.doi.gov.

(End of clause)

MCC 52.232-74 ODC REIMBURSEMENT (JAN 2007)

Other Direct Charges (ODCs) will be reimbursed for direct costs as provided in the contract and/or task order. To be reimbursed, invoices including ODCs, must provide a detailed breakdown of the actual expenditures invoiced. The contractor shall maintain the original or legible copy of receipts for all ODCs invoiced. MCC reserves the right to request evidence of any ODC reimbursed. To assure timely reimbursement of ODC's, the contractor is strongly encouraged to submit charges within 45 days of the expense.

MCC 52.242-70 CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT RATING SYSTEM (CPARS)

REGISTRATION (AUG 2011)

The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) utilizes the Contractor Performance Assessment Rating System (CPARS) to evaluate contractor performance (see FAR, Subparts 42.1502 and 42.1503).