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SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, & 30

1. REQUISITION NUMBER PAGE 1 OF

2. CONTRACT NO. 3. AWARD/EFFECTIVE

DATE

4. ORDER NUMBER 5. SOLICITATION NUMBER 6. SOLICITATION ISSUE

DATE

7. FOR SOLICITATION

INFORMATION CALL:

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NUMBER (No collect calls)

8. OFFER DUE DATE/

LOCAL TIME

9. ISSUED BY

13b. RATING

14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

CODE

15. DELIVER TO 16. ADMINISTERED BY CODE

18a. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY CODE17a. CONTRACTOR/

OFFEROR

CODE

FACILITY

CODE

CODE

TELEPHONE NO.

17b. CHECK IF REMITTANCE IS DIFFERENT AND PUT SUCH ADDRESS IN

OFFER

18b. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN BLOCK 18a UNLESS BLOCK

BELOW IS CHECKED

RFQ IFB RFP

SEE ADDENDUM

19.

ITEM NO.

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

21.

QUANTITY

22.

UNIT

23.

UNIT PRICE

24.

AMOUNT

(Use Reverse and/or Attach Additional Sheets as Necessary)

25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA 26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Govt. Use Only)

28. CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO SIGN THIS DOCUMENT AND RETURN

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND

DELIVER ALL ITEMS SET FORTH OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND ON ANY

ADDITIONAL SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SPECIFIED

29. AWARD OF CONTRACT: REF. OFFER

DATED . . YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION

(BLOCK 5), INCLUDING ANY ADDITIONS OR CHANGES WHICH ARE

SET FORTH HEREIN, IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS:

30a. SIGNATURE OF OFFEROR/CONTRACTOR

30b. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print) 30c. DATE SIGNED

31a. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER)

31b. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print) 31c. DATE SIGNED

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 2/2012)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

10. THIS ACQUISITION IS UNRESTRICTED OR

NAICS:

SIZE STANDARD:

13a. THIS CONTRACT IS A

RATED ORDER UNDER

DPAS (15 CFR 700)

SET ASIDE: % FOR:

11. DELIVERY FOR FOB DESTINA-

TION UNLESS BLOCK IS

MARKED

SEE SCHEDULE

12. DISCOUNT TERMS

ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED

ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED

27a. SOLICITATION INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-3 AND 52.212-5 ARE ATTACHED. ADDENDA

27b. CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 IS ATTACHED. ADDENDA

8 (A)

EDWOSB

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS

(WOSB) ELIGIBLE UNDER THE WOMEN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM

SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

HUBZONE SMALL

BUSINESS

SMALL BUSINESS

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 2/2012) BACK

19.

ITEM NO.

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

21.

QUANTITY

22.

UNIT

23.

UNIT PRICE

24.

AMOUNT

32a. QUANTITY IN COLUMN 21 HAS BEEN

RECEIVED INSPECTED ACCEPTED, AND CONFORMS TO THE CONTRACT, EXCEPT AS NOTED:

41a. I CERTIFY THIS ACCOUNT IS CORRECT AND PROPER FOR PAYMENT

32b. SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT

REPRESENTATIVE

32c. DATE

41b. SIGNATURE AND TITLE OF CERTIFYING OFFICER 41c. DATE

42a. RECEIVED BY (Print)

42b. RECEIVED AT (Location)

42c. DATE REC'D (YY/MM/DD) 42d. TOTAL CONTAINERS

40. PAID BY

32d. PRINTED NAME AND TITLE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT

REPRESENTATIVE

32e. MAILING ADDRESS OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE 32f. TELPHONE NUMBER OF AUTHORZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

32g. E-MAIL OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

33. SHIP NUMBER 34. VOUCHER NUMBER 35. AMOUNT VERIFIED

CORRECT FOR

PARTIAL FINAL

37. CHECK NUMBER

38. S/R ACCOUNT NO. 39. S/R VOUCHER NUMBER

36. PAYMENT

COMPLETE PARTIAL FINAL

77344420Q0009

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

1. Listing of Incorporated Purchase Requisitions

2. Section B - Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs

3. Section C - Description/Specifications/Work Statement

4. Section D - Packaging and Marking

5. Section E - Inspection and Acceptance Terms

6. Section F - Delivery or Performance

7. Section G - Contract Administration Data

8. Section H - Special Contract Requirements

9. Section I - Contract Clauses

10. Section J - List of Documents, Exhibits, and other Attachments

11. Section K - Representations, Certifications, and Other Statements of Offerors

12. Section L - Instructions, Conditions and Notices to Offerors

13. Section M - Evaluation Factors for Award

1. Listing of Incorporated Purchase Requisitions

Incorporated Purchase Requisition Numbers:

REQ-811-20-0006

2. Section B - Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs

Item Number Base Item Number

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

0001 PSC - Equal Opportunity Employment Director

2080 EAC

Contract Type:Firm Fixed Price Unit Price

Extended Price

Description:

Personal services of one full-time equivalent Equal Employment Opportunity Director in accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

Base Period: 01 May 2020 to 30 April 2021.

Purchase Requisitions REQ-811-20-0006

IDC Type: Not Applicable

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

0002 DFC Paid Federal Taxes 1 JB Contract Type:Firm Fixed Price

Unit Price Extended Price

Description:

Federal Taxes - employer-paid taxes on PSC salary

Base Period: 01 May 2020 to 30 April 2021.

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

0003 Performance Incentive 1 JB Contract Type:Firm Fixed Price

Unit Price Extended Price

Description:

Performance Incentive Cash Award. The amount of the incentive is determined by the PSC's supervisor but is no more than the percentage applied when determining the DFC non-SL performance award cap. This CLIN does not guarantee payment of a performance incentive.

Base Period: 01 May 2020 to 30 April 2021.

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

1001 PSC - Equal Opportunity Employment Director

2080 EAC

Contract Type:Firm Fixed Price Unit Price

Extended Price

Description:

Personal services of one full-time equivalent Equal Employment Opportunity Director in accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

First Option Period: 01 May 2021 to 30 April 2022.

Purchase Requisitions

Option:

Option Time Date: 5/1/21 Option Time Duration: 364 Option Time Units: Days

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

1002 DFC Paid Federal Taxes 1 JB Contract Type:Firm Fixed Price

Unit Price Extended Price

Description:

Federal Taxes - employer-paid taxes on PSC salary

First Option Period: 01 May 2021 to 30 April 2022.

Purchase Requisitions

Option:

Option Time Date: 5/1/21 Option Time Duration: 364

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

1003 Performance Incentive 1 JB Contract Type:Firm Fixed Price

Unit Price Extended Price

Description:

Performance Incentive Cash Award. The amount of the incentive is determined by the PSC's supervisor but is no more than the percentage applied when determining the DFC non-SL performance award cap. This CLIN does not guarantee payment of a performance incentive.

First Option Period: 01 May 2021 to 30 April 2022.

Purchase Requisitions

Option:

Option Time Date: 5/1/21 Option Time Duration: 364

Item Number Base Item Number

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

2001 PSC - Equal Opportunity Employment Director

2080 EAC

Contract Type:Firm Fixed Price Unit Price

Extended Price

Description:

Personal services of one full-time equivalent Equal Employment Opportunity Director in accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

Second Option Period: 01 May 2022 to 30 April 2023.

Purchase Requisitions

Option:

Option Time Date: 5/1/22 Option Time Duration: 364

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

2002 DFC Paid Federal Taxes 1 JB Contract Type:Firm Fixed Price

Unit Price Extended Price

Description:

Federal Taxes - employer-paid taxes on PSC salary

Second Option Period: 01 May 2022 to 30 April 2023.

Purchase Requisitions

Option:

Option Time Date: 5/1/22 Option Time Duration: 364

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

2003 Performance Incentive 1 JB

Contract Type:Firm Fixed Price Unit Price

Extended Price

Description:

Performance Incentive Cash Award. The amount of the incentive is determined by the PSC's supervisor but is no more than the percentage applied when determining the DFC non-SL performance award cap. This CLIN does not guarantee payment of a performance incentive.

Second Option Period: 01 May 2022 to 30 April 2023.

Purchase Requisitions

Option:

Option Time Date: 5/1/22 Option Time Duration: 364

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

3001 PSC - Equal Opportunity Employment Director

2080 EAC

Contract Type:Firm Fixed Price Unit Price

Extended Price

Description:

Personal services of one full-time equivalent Equal Employment Opportunity Director in accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

Third Option Period: 01 May 2023 to 30 April 2024.

Purchase Requisitions

Option:

Option Time Date: 5/1/23 Option Time Duration: 365

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

3002 DFC Paid Federal Taxes 1 JB

Contract Type:Firm Fixed Price Unit Price

Extended Price

Description:

Federal Taxes - employer-paid taxes on PSC salary

Third Option Period: 01 May 2023 to 30 April 2024.

Purchase Requisitions

Option:

Option Time Date: 5/1/23 Option Time Duration: 365

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

3003 Performance Incentive 1 JB Contract Type:Firm Fixed Price

Unit Price Extended Price

Description:

Performance Incentive Cash Award. The amount of the incentive is determined by the PSC's supervisor but is no more than the percentage applied when determining the DFC non-SL performance award cap. This CLIN does not guarantee payment of a performance incentive.

Third Option Period: 01 May 2023 to 30 April 2024.

Purchase Requisitions

Option:

Option Time Date: 5/1/23 Option Time Duration: 365

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

4001 PSC - Equal Opportunity Employment Director

2080 EAC

Contract Type:Firm Fixed Price Unit Price

Extended Price

Description:

Personal services of one full-time equivalent Equal Employment Opportunity Director in accordance with the Performance Work Statement.

Fourth Option Period: 01 May 2024 to 30 April 2025.

Purchase Requisitions

Option:

Option Time Date: 5/1/24 Option Time Duration: 364

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

4002 DFC Paid Federal Taxes 1 JB Contract Type:Firm Fixed Price

Unit Price Extended Price

Description:

Federal Taxes - employer-paid taxes on PSC salary

Fourth Option Period: 01 May 2024 to 30 April 2025.

Purchase Requisitions

Option:

Option Time Date: 5/1/24 Option Time Duration: 364

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

4003 Performance Incentive 1 JB Contract Type:Firm Fixed Price

Unit Price Extended Price

Description:

Performance Incentive Cash Award. The amount of the incentive is determined by the PSC's supervisor but is no more than the percentage applied when determining the DFC non-SL performance award cap. This CLIN does not guarantee payment of a performance incentive.

Fourth Option Period: 01 May 2024 to 30 April 2025.

Purchase Requisitions

Option:

Option Time Date: 5/1/24 Option Time Duration: 364

Clauses incorporated by reference

None

Clauses incorporated by full text

3. Section C - Description/Specifications/Work Statement

4. Section D - Packaging and Marking

5. Section E - Inspection and Acceptance Terms

6. Section F - Delivery or Performance

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

5/1/20 4/30/21

OPIC

1100 New York Avenue, NW Washington

US 20527

Line Item: 0002

5/1/20 4/30/21

OPIC

1100 New York Avenue, NW

Line Item: 0003

5/1/20 4/30/21

OPIC

1100 New York Avenue, NW

Line Item: 1001

OPIC

1100 New York Avenue, NW

Line Item: 1002

OPIC

1100 New York Avenue, NW

Line Item: 1003

Period Of Performance Start Date Period Of Performance End Date Period Of Performance Address

OPIC

1100 New York Avenue, NW

Line Item: 2001

OPIC

1100 New York Avenue, NW

Line Item: 2002

OPIC

1100 New York Avenue, NW

Line Item: 2003

OPIC

1100 New York Avenue, NW

Line Item: 3001

OPIC

1100 New York Avenue, NW

Line Item: 3002

OPIC

1100 New York Avenue, NW

Line Item: 3003

OPIC

1100 New York Avenue, NW

Line Item: 4001

OPIC

1100 New York Avenue, NW

Line Item: 4002

OPIC

1100 New York Avenue, NW

Line Item: 4003

OPIC

1100 New York Avenue, NW

7. Section G - Contract Administration Data

Requesting Office Address Human Resources 1100 New York Avenue, NW Washington DC 20527 Phone: Fax:

Contact Details:

Property Administration Office Address

DFC

1100 New York Avenue, NW Washington DC 20527

COR Office Address Human Resources 1100 New York Avenue, NW Washington DC 20527 Phone: (202) 408-6244 Fax:

Contact Details:

STANISLAV, BENJAMIN

benjamin.stanislav@dfc.gov

Issuing Office Address

DFC

1100 New York Avenue, NW Washington DC 20527

8. Section H - Special Contract Requirements

9. Section I - Contract Clauses

Article Number Reference Text 52.212-4 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (OCT 2018)

52.202-1 52.202-1 Definitions (NOV 2013)

52.204-2 52.204-2 Security Requirements (AUG 1996)

52.204-9 52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (MAY 2014)

52.204-13 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance (OCT 2018)

52.204-14 52.204-14 Service Contract Reporting Requirements (OCT 2016)

52.209-6 52.209-6 Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (OCT 2015)

52.209-10 52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations (NOV 2015)

52.223-5 52.223-5 Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information (MAY 2011)

52.223-18 52.223-18 Encouraging Contractor Policy to Ban Text Messaging While Driving (AUG 2011)

52.225-13 52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (JUNE 2008)

52.232-3 52.232-3 Payments under Personal Services Contracts (APR 1984)

52.232-23 52.232-23 Assignment of Claims (MAY 2014)

52.232-33 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management (OCT 2018)

52.232-39 52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations (JUN 2013)

52.233-1 52.233-1 Disputes (MAY 2014)

52.233-3 52.233-3 Protest after Award (AUG 1996)

52.233-4 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004)

52.237-2 52.237-2 Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation (APR 1984)

52.245-1 52.245-1 Government Property (JAN 2017)

52.249-12 52.249-12 Termination (Personal Services) (APR 1984)

Questions and Answers Question: Are transcripts required although registrars may be closed? Are they required if I am not a recent graduate?

Answer: Yes, transcripts are required. However, they may be unofficial copies and, if they do not arrive prior to the response deadline due to COVID-19 closures, submit a copy of the transcript request sent to the registrar of each college or university.

Performance Work Statement

SECTION C

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

C.1 INTRODUCTION

1.1. This position is located in the Office of the Chief Executive of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC). This position functions as principal Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) advisor and consultant to the Corporation Chief Executive Officer, Vice Presidents, and managers and will work with collateral duty EEO points-of-contact in the Corporation.

1.2. The contractor shall provide personal services as a senior officer managing the most complex, sensitive, or precedent-setting EEO matters of the Corporation.

1.3. Work involves providing authoritative advice on all matters related to, and the feasibility and impact of, EEO programs, civil rights, affirmative action programs, plans, policies and decisions. Advises management on their EEO responsibilities through periodic briefings on key aspects of the program. Identifies and defines systemic barriers to equal employment opportunity.

C.2 MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

2.1. Will function as principal EEO advisor and consultant to the Corporation CEO, Vice Presidents, and managers. Provides authoritative advice on all matters related to, and the feasibility and impact of, EEO programs, civil rights, affirmative action programs, plans, policies and decisions. Advises management on their EEO responsibilities through periodic briefings on key aspects of the program. Identifies and defines systemic barriers to equal employment opportunity.

2.1.1 Develops and administers policies, plans, and programs to implement Titles VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and related civil rights and anti-discrimination laws.

2.1.2 Analyzes new and/or prospective EEO legislation, decisions of regulatory agencies, and/or court decisions, and recommends minor modification or substantive changes, as appropriate, in agency EEO policies, programs, and procedures.

2.1.3 Administers the discrimination complaints process in compliance with regulatory requirements. Negotiates settlements and reaches resolution of complaint matters at the lowest possible levels. Ensures the work force is cognizant of the procedures for filing of discrimination complaints. Analyzes, monitors, and evaluates to identify problems areas and develops strategies for corrective actions. Conducts formal investigations as directed where management determines that the use of other contracted investigation services is not warranted (e.g., where fact patterns suggest issues of low-complexity and/or a high likelihood of resolution). Ensures that appropriate remedial actions are carried out in cases where discrimination is found.

2.1.4 Monitors the activities of the agency EEO Counselors and provides them advice, technical assistance, and leadership while conducting complaint inquiries. Reviews and evaluates EEO Counselor duties for compliance with regulatory requirements. Provides or makes provisions for Counselor development and job-related training.

2.1.5 Provides logistical support and assistance to investigators, administrative law judges, and legal counselors in processing formal complaints. Conducts formal investigations. Ensures that appropriate remedial actions are carried out in cases where discrimination is found.

2.1.6 Prepares for approval and submission to EEOC the agencies multi-year Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) and annual accomplishment reports. Works closely with the Human Resources Management staff to resolve problems that arise out of employment situations which are directly related to Human Resources Management. Conducts statistical analyses of Human Resources Management elements – recruitment, referrals/selections, promotions/separations, awards/recognition, training, disciplinary/adverse actions, and complaints – to determine whether barriers to equality exist; and whether policies and practices directly or indirectly affect the attainment of affirmative employment objectives.

2.1.7 Provides reports as required by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and Office of Personnel Management.

2.1.8 Attends meetings and conferences at EEOC, OPM, civil rights and community organizations that promote equal employment opportunity for women and minorities.

2.1.9 Assures agency compliance with The Notification and Federal Employee Antidiscrimination and Retaliation Act of 2002 ("No FEAR Act"), which includes employee notification, training, and completion of necessary reports.

2.1.10 Serves as advisor and consultant for the Disability Program.

2.1.11 Advises /briefs top management officials throughout the agency on difficult problems, which may result in controversial or precedent decision, mandated by law.

2.1.12 As directed by HR Management, supports planning and execution of agency Special Emphasis Programs (SEP).

C.3 QUALIFICATIONS

3.1. EDUCATION and CERTIFICATION: Baccalaureate degree in Human Resources Management, or Juris Doctor.

3.2. EXPERIENCE. The PSC shall have a minimum of 5 years of experience in EEO compliance within the last 10 years, and has a resume demonstrating the ability to perform duties and responsibilities in Section C.2.

3.3. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Expert knowledge of concepts, principles, methods, laws, executive orders, regulatory and policies governing Federal EEO, including relevant judicial and administrative decisions to perform difficult and complex assignments.

Knowledge of Human Resources Management regulations and operations and the interrelationship with EEO programs to identify systemic problems and barriers to equal opportunity.

Ability to analyze and interpret complex regulations, policies, judicial and administrative decisions to develop agency policies, guidelines and procedures.

Ability in fact finding, analysis, problem solving, and expert judgment to determine causes and resolution of equal employment problems.

Knowledge of and skill in negotiation, conciliation, oral and written communication to resolve controversial issues and negotiate policy decisions with agency managers.

Ability to identify systemic barriers to employment and advancement for persons with disabilities and members of protected classes, and to provide adequate corrective recommendations.

The ability to provide oral and written communication for the purpose of developing staff papers, briefings, presentations, training, etc., and to develop and present cogent arguments for the acceptance of controversial points of view.

3.4. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: The contractor shall be a U.S. Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

C.4 SUPERVISION RECEIVED

4.1 The PSC will be supervised by a Government FTE. The PSC shall work with autonomy, consulting with the supervisor only with respect to negotiating parameters, interpretation of policy matters, and for guidance in dealing with controversial policy and complex EEO issues when required. Completed work is reviewed for adherence to policy, and effectiveness of results. Overall work performance is evaluated in terms of attainment of goals and objectives.

C.5 GUIDELINES

5.1. Guidelines include EEO legislation, regulation, EEOC policy and guidelines, and applicable DFC agency policy and guidelines. Frequently there are no precedents to guide analysis in unusual, novel and sensitive situations. The PSC uses considerable judgment to interpret and adapt existing policies and procedures and to develop new ways to analyze, develop and present information, controversial subjects or novel approaches to EEO compliance.

5.2. The guidelines provide a framework but do not provide details in terms of methods used to accomplish assignments. The PSC shall use initiative and resourcefulness to ensure the most effective and economical management of assigned tasks.

C.6 COMPLEXITY

6.1. The PSC shall have lead responsibility for the most complex, sensitive, or precedent setting EEO-related projects and investigations.

6.2Projects may involve some unusually complex or sensitive issues. Management of projects includes varied duties requiring many different and unrelated processes and methods.

6.3. Assignments are characterized by breadth and intensity of effort and involve several phases being pursued concurrently or sequentially. Decisions/recommendations made in connection with EEO-related projects and investigations are based on analysis of the legal frameworks and fact patterns. The work requires establishing criteria and developing information.

C. 7 SCOPE AND EFFECT

7.1. The purpose of this position is to establish the DFC as a model agency for EEO compliance. The work implements EEOC priorities and requirements, and advances employment equality.

C.8 PERSONAL CONTACTS

8.1. Contacts are with officials of other government agencies, all levels of DFC employees, and outside counsel.

C.9 PURPOSE OF CONTACTS

9.1. The purpose of the contacts is to provide advice, elicit information, and provide authoritative guidance on EEO-related issues.

C.10 PHYSICAL DEMANDS

10.1. The work is primarily sedentary.

C.11 TRAVEL

11.1 Some domestic travel may be necessary; carrying reports or other paperwork may be required. All PSC travel shall be approved by the COR and PSC's supervisor and is processed in the E2 system. PSC shall expect to travel less than 10% of the time. The Federal Travel Regulation shall be used to determine special travel pay rates and per diem.

C.11. WORK ENVIRONMENT

11.1.The work is sedentary and typically performed in an office setting.

C.12 HOURS OF PERFORMANCE

12.1. DFC's core operating hours are from 09:00am to 3:00pm. The PSC shall provide up to 40 hours of service each week, depending on the level of required effort to carry out the functions of the position. PSCs are not eligible for overtime or compensatory time. All PSCs must submit a timecard. Timecards must be approved by the COR, and PSC Supervisor and submitted in the Harvest Timekeeping System for processing. Timecards will be used to monitor the balance of the PSC's PTO and Floating Hours Earned.

12.2. Telework: PSCs are authorized to telework and must have a Telework Agreement in place. Telework must be approved by the COR and PSC's supervisor.

12.3. Floating Hours: PSC positions are not covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act and not eligible for overtime pay. PSCs are not eligible for OPM work schedule programs to include credit hours, compensatory time, and travel compensatory time. However, PSCs are eligible for floating hours for time worked over 80 hours in a pay period. The annual accrual of floating hours is not limited. However, no more than 36 hours of unused floating hours will be paid out to the PSC at the end of the option period. Floating hours accrued and used shall be recorded on the timesheet and approved by the PSC supervisor. Only travel during non-work hours can receive floating hours. All floating hours earned must be used by the end of the current option period. Floating hours are paid with current year funds that expire at the end of the option. Therefore, floating hours do not roll over to the next option period. Any unpaid or unused floating hours will be removed from the timesheet at the end of the current option or contract expiration.

12.4. Paid Time Off (PTO): All PSCs receive 15 days, 120 hours, of PTO per year. This time can be used as annual or sick leave and the balance shall be tracked on the PSC's timecard. All PTO are available for use on the first performance day of the contract. PTO does not roll over and must be used by the end of the current option. Unused PTO will not be paid out at the end of the option period. All PTO requests shall be approved by both the COR and PSC's supervisor.

12.5. Facility Closure: PSCs are permitted to invoice only for hours worked. Therefore, in the event of facility closure, delayed opening, or early dismissal of DFC staff, the PSC will not be paid for unworked hours. In these situations, the PSC has the option to telework, or use floating hours or PTO.

12.6. Federal Holidays – PSCs are paid for all Federal Holidays as listed below and any additional federal holidays granted by executive order. As PSCs are not authorized overtime or comp time, any hours worked on a federal holiday are added to the timesheet as floating hours earned.

New Year's Day, January 1st

Martin Luther King's Birthday, 3rd Monday in January

President's Day, 3rd Monday in February

Memorial Day, Last Monday in May

Independence Day, July 4th

Labor Day, 1st Monday in September

Columbus Day, 2nd Monday in October

Veteran's Day, November 11th

Thanksgiving Day, 4th Thursday in November

Christmas Day, December 25th

C.13 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY/EQUIPMENT

13.1. The Government will provide all necessary equipment, supplies and materials to include workstations, computer, telephone and other materials and equipment to fulfill the requirements of this contract.

C.14 NONSALARY BENEFITS

14.1 Health Insurance and Retirement Subsidies: Per the Build Act, PSCs shall not be considered Federal employees for any provision of law administered by the Director of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Therefore, PSCs are not eligible to participate in employer-provided health insurance or the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). In lieu of these benefits, DFC provides standard non-negotiable health insurance and retirement subsidies.

Health Insurance: this subsidy is based on the average of 72% of the OPM program-wide weighted average of premiums for "self only" and "self plus one" at the time of contract award. This amount is paid directly to the PSC as part of their salary regardless of their insured status. PSCs do not have to provide proof of insurance to receive this subsidy. This subsidy is fixed and does not increase in option years. The OPM rates can be found at https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insurance/healthcare/plan-information/premiums/

14.2. Retirement: this subsidy is a percentage equal to the federal employee contribution to OPM FERS at the time of contract award. The subsidy is applied to the PSC's annual salary inclusive of locality. The percentage of the subsidy does not increase over the contract period of performance. However, the amount of the subsidy increases as the PSC's annual salary increases according to the contract escalation rate. Current employee contribution rates to FERS can be found at https://www.dm.usda.gov/employ/policy/docs/USDA%20FERS%20Summary%20v2.pdf. Employees hired in 2014 or later contribute 4.4%.

14.3 Metro Subsidy or Parking Subsidy: PSCs are eligible to receive either the metro subsidy or parking subsidy. The amount of the subsidies are subject to annual changes and are processed by Facilities and Administrative Services, and the Department of Finance. The parking subsidy requires PSCs to authorize a payroll deduction for the reduced parking fee from their pay.

14.4. Gym Membership: PSCs are eligible to receive on-site gym membership subject to the same process as for FTEs.

Reimbursement for other gyms is not authorized.

14.5. Training: Mandatory training required by the Government shall be at no additional cost to the contractor. Both the PSC's supervisor, the COR, HRM and Budget to approve all PSC training requests. The Government does not pay for PSC attendance at non-mandatory training. However, PSCs may attend optional training on a Space-A basis. Approved non-mandatory training time are billable hours. In the event of resource constraints, FTEs will be given preference for non-mandatory training classes. PSCs are required to take the annual ethics training, whether the training is live or online.

14.6. Performance Incentive: PSCs are eligible to receive annual performance incentive cash awards. The amount of the incentive is determined by the PSC's supervisor but is no more than the percentage applied when determining the DFC non- SL performance award cap. It is the COR's responsibility to submit a performance appraisal along with funding to PSC Contracting Officer so that the incentive award can be processed. PSCs contain a performance incentive CLIN that will be funded at the time of the incentive amount determination made by the supervisor.

C.15. DELIVERABLES

No. Deliverable Due

15.1 Briefings to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or designee to ensure leadership is notified of progress on contract deliverables, has awareness of evolving DFC EEO issues, and is kept updated on the status of EEO actions pre- and

Monthly

No. Deliverable Due post-settlement

15.2 EEOC mandated agency policies shall be provided in Word

format. The policies shall be free of spelling and grammatical errors, and shall conform to all EEOC requirements

Within 90 calendar days of contract execution and annually thereafter

15.3 Statistical analyses of Human Resources Management

elements (recruitment, referrals/selections, promotions/separations, awards/recognition, training, disciplinary/adverse actions, and complaints) shall be provided with 30 calendar days of the end of each quarter.

Analyses shall be in Excel format, and shall present numerical data in both tabular and graphic format (e.g., bar charts, pie charts, scatter plots) – to illustrate whether barriers to equality may exist

January 30; April 30;

July 30; October 30

15.4 EEOC mandated reports shall be provided to the COR at

least 45 calendar days prior to their EEOC established due date, shall be free of spelling and grammatical errors, and shall conform to all EEOC requirements

45 calendar days prior to EEOC established deadlines

15.5 Plans shall be provided to the COR at least 45 calendar

days prior to their EEOC established due date, shall be free of spelling and grammatical errors, and shall conform to all EEOC requirements. The following plans shall be provided:

MD-715; Agency Affirmative Action Plan; Corrective Action Plan

45 days prior to EEOC established deadlines

15.6 Public Postings and Signage agency policy shall be

provided annually in Word format not later than March 31 of each calendar year, shall be free of spelling and grammatical errors, and shall conform to all EEOC requirements

Within 30 calendar days of contract execution and annually thereafter

15.7 Training for DFC Staff on the following tDFCs: NO FEAR

Act; Whistleblower Protection Act; EEO for Supervisors

Within 120 calendar days of contract execution and annually thereafter

15.8 Formal Investigations conducted in accordance with EEOC

requirements

In accordance with EEOC timeliness standards

15.9 Reports of Investigation shall be provided in Word format, shall be free of spelling and grammatical errors, and shall conform to all EEOC requirements (to include timeliness requirements)

In accordance with EEOC timeliness standards

15.10 Travel Expense Reports Within 5 business

days of travel completion

C.16. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

16.1. Performance Standards are as follows:

PWS

Paragraph

Performance Metric Performance Standard

(for each AIA)

Acceptable Level of Performance

Surveillance Method

2.1 Provide expert advice on all matters related to, and

the feasibility and impact of, EEO programs, civil rights, affirmative action programs, plans, policies and decisions

Communication is clear and concise.

Communication is understood by all staff.

Review by COR

2.1.1 Assists with developing and administering policies, plans, and programs to implement Titles VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and related civil rights and anti-discrimination laws, regulations and Executive Orders.

Products are complete, clear, concise and grammatically correct.

Timely and error free.

Review by COR

2.1.7 Provide reports as required by the Equal Employment

Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and Office of Personnel Management.

Communication is clear, concise and grammatically correct.

Timely, error free, and compliant with publicly available standards published by

EEOC.

Review by COR

2.1.6 Provide quarterly statistical analyses of Human

Resources Management elements – recruitment, referrals/selections, promotions/separations, awards/recognition, training, disciplinary/adverse actions, and complaints – to determine whether barriers to equality exist; and whether policies, practices, and concepts that directly or indirectly affect the attainment of affirmative employment objectives.

Communication is clear and concise.

Communication is understood by all staff.

Review by COR

2.1.3 Administers the discrimination complaints processing

system in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Responses are timely and thorough.

Communication is understood by complainant and responding management official/s.

Review by COR

2.1.4 Monitors the activities of the agency EEO Counselors

and provides them advice, technical assistance, and activity coordination while conducting complaint inquiries

Communication is clear and concise.

Communication is understood by all agency EEO Counselors.

Review by COR

2.1.5 Conducts formal investigations as directed where

management determines that the use of other contracted investigation services is not warranted (e.g., where fact patterns suggest issues of low-complexity and/or a high likelihood of resolution).

Communication is clear and concise.

Communication is understood by complainant and responding management official/s.

Review by COR

2.1.9 Assure agency compliance with the Notification and

Federal Employee Antidiscrimination and Retaliation Act of 2002 ("No FEAR Act"), which includes employee notification, training, and completion of necessary reports or any other training that is required of DFC

Communication is clear and concise.

Communication is understood by all staff.

Review by COR

16.2. Methods of Surveillance: Various methods exist to monitor performance. The COR shall use any or several of the surveillance methods listed below in the administration of this contract.

16.2.1. 100% Inspection: Evaluation of all outcomes and deliverables to determine if performance level is acceptable.

16.2.2. Periodic Inspection: Evaluation of some outcomes and deliverables. Services are sampled to determine if performance level is acceptable.

16.2.3. Customer Input: Customer feedback on the quality and timeliness of services provided to determine if performance level is acceptable

16.3. PERFORMANCE RATINGS: The following rating definitions can be used as a guide when completing the Performance Assessment:

16.3.1. Exceptional Performance meets all contractual requirements and exceeds most to the government's benefit. The contractual performance of the element or sub-element being assessed was accomplished with almost no minor problems for which corrective actions were taken by the contractor, and the corrective actions were highly effective.

16.3.2. Very Good Performance meets all contractual requirements and exceeds some to the government's benefit. The contractual performance element or sub-element being assessed was accomplished with very few minor problems for which corrective actions taken by the contractor were highly effective.

16.3.3 Satisfactory Performance meets contractual requirements. The contractual performance of the element or sub-element contains some minor problems for which corrective actions taken by the contractor appear or were satisfactory.

16.3.4. Below Satisfactory Performance does not meet some contractual requirements. The contractual performance of the element or sub-element being assessed reflects a serious problem for which the contractor has not yet identified corrective actions. The contractor's proposed actions appear only marginally effective or were not fully implemented.

16.3.5. Poor Performance does not meet most contractual requirements and recovery is not likely in a timely manner.

The contractual performance of the element or sub-element contains serious problem(s) for which the contractor's corrective actions appear or were ineffective.

52.217-8 52.217-8 Option to Extend Services (NOV 1999) The Government may require continued performance of any services within the limits and at the rates specified in the contract. These rates may be adjusted only as a result of revisions to prevailing labor rates provided by the Secretary of Labor. The option provision may be exercised more than once, but the total extension of performance hereunder shall not exceed 6 months. The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within 30 days of expiration.

(End of clause)

52.217-9 52.217-9 Option to Extend the Term of the Contract (MAR 2000)

(a) The Government may extend the term of this contract by written notice to the Contractor within 15 days of expiration;

provided that the Government gives the Contractor a preliminary written notice of its intent to extend at least 60 days before the contract expires. The preliminary notice does not commit the Government to an extension.

(b) If the Government exercises this option, the extended contract shall be considered to include this option clause.

(c) The total duration of this contract, including the exercise of any options under this clause, shall not exceed 66 months .

52.252-2 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text.

Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far

52.252-6 52.252-6 Authorized Deviations in Clauses (APR 1984)

(a) The use in this solicitation or contract of any Federal Acquisition Regulation (48 CFR Chapter 1) clause with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of "(DEVIATION)" after the date of the clause.

(b) The use in this solicitation or contract of any Federal Acquisition Regulation (48 CFR 1 ) clause with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of "(DEVIATION)" after the name of the regulation.

52.252-1 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998) This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The offeror is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the offeror and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the offeror may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far

(End of provision)

52.212-1 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items (OCT 2018) The following terms shall apply to this solicitation in addition to those terms and conditions in FAR provision 52.212-1.

The specific paragraphs of FAR 52.212-1 affected are described below.

2.1 Paragraph (b) "Submission of Offers". The following is added:

(1) Communications Regarding This Solicitation.

(i) Questions or comments regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing, cite the solicitation number, and be directed to the following Government representative and not DFC staff:

Name: Ms. Elena Raspitha

Email: elena.raspitha@dfc.gov

(ii) Questions or comments shall be submitted electronically no later than Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at 3pm EST. Questions submitted after this date will not receive a response.

Telephonic inquiries will not be entertained due to the possibility of misunderstanding or misinterpretation. All questions will be answered via amendment to the solicitation and posted on FBO.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS. All interested applicants shall be provided with a copy of the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for review and familiarization with qualifications and job description. All applicants shall submit documents supporting their qualifications to perform the tasks detailed in the PWS. The Government will rank applicants' submitted documents (i.e. narrative, resume, transcripts, certificates, references and other applicant information).

Factor 1 Technical: Candidate must meet the qualifications listed in PWS Section C3 and have demonstrated the ability to perform the duties in PWS Section C2. Consideration and selection will be based on a panel evaluation of the candidates' required documents submissions.

Factor 2 Past Performance: Applicants shall submit no less than three (3) and not more than five (5) professional references from relevant experience during the past ten (10) years. DFC reserves the right to contact references to verify the following:

1. Ability to perform daily duties

2. Ability to meet timelines

3. Quality of work product or services

4. Overall rating of the applicants' performance and recommendation for future contract award

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

Qualified individuals shallsubmit:

1. Written narrative clearly describing their experience that is relevant to the daily duties listed in the PWS and knowledge of each of the qualification requirements. Clearly demonstrate how your prior experience is either relevant or directly related to the duties of this position as listed under MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (PWS C2) and QUALIFICATIONS (PWS C3). 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. The narrative shall be no more than five (5) pages double spaced in Times New Roman 12-point font. Any pages beyond this limit will not be reviewed by the evaluation team.

mailto:elena.raspitha@dfc.gov

2. Resume listing positions relevant to the duties, experience, and qualifications in the PWS.

3. College Transcripts (may be "unofficial" for application purposes). Applicants should remove all Personally Identifiable Informational (PII) such a date of birth, Social Security Number, etc. prior to submission.

4. Certifications: copies of any relevant certifications listed in the applicant's narrative or resume.

5. Professional References: no less than three, but no more than five, professional references. The following information shall be provided for every reference:

a. Name, current job title, current organization

b. Job title and organization during experience with applicant

c. Relationship to applicant

d. Phone number

e. E-mail address

Applicants who fail to submit all required documentation and references may not be considered for award.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION

Electronic submission is of applications is required. Mailed copies of any application shall not be accepted.

All applications shall be submitted electronically to:

Elena Raspitha

Contract Specialist elena.raspitha@DFC.gov

Applications shall be submitted by Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at 3pm ESTand reference the position title on the subject line of the e-mail. All documents shall be submitted in one email.

DFC does not accept responsibility for delays in transmission or receipt of any application. Candidates are responsible for submitting their application so as to reach the designated Government office by the closing date and time specified on page one (1) of this Combined Synopsis Solicitation. Applications 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. It is the applicant's responsibility to confirm receipt of their application.

Receipt of applications 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 an application. Any application is at the sole risk of the Candidate.

DFC is not obligated to make any award or pay for any costs associated with the preparation and submission of an application in response to this announcement. Award of this contract is contingent on availability of funds. DFC reserves the right to not award any contract as a result of this announcement.

Applicants shall be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://sam.gov/SAM/pages/public/index.jsf prior to contract award. Candidates without a SAM registration may be rejected. To register for SAM, first request a Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) D-U-N-S number as a Sole Proprietor at https://fedgov.dnb.com/webform/. The Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) for this contract is R497 – Support – Professional: Personal Services Contracts. The applicable NAICS code is 541612, Human Resources Consulting Services.

The Government intends to issue a single contract as a result of this request for quote.

Acquisition procedures used for this requirement are FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items.

https://sam.gov/SAM/pages/public/index.jsf https://fedgov.dnb.com/webform/

52.212-2 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items (OCT 2014) 52.212-2

(a) Individuals will be considered solely on the basis of professional qualifications established for the personal services being acquired and the Government's estimation of reasonable rates, fees, or other costs. All interested applicants shall be provided with a copy of the RFQ for review and familiarization with the Performance Work Statement (PWS). All prospective applicants shall submit documents supporting their qualifications to perform the tasks and required experience in PWS Sections C2 and C3. The Government will rank applicants' submitted documents (i.e. resumes, references, certificates, curriculum vitae and other applicant information) using the following criteria.

Factor 1 Technical: Candidate must meet the qualifications listed in Section C3 and have demonstrated the ability to perform the duties in Section C2. Consideration and selection will be based on a panel evaluation of the candidates' required documents submissions.

All complete applications will receive one of three scores for each of the required and desired qualifications:

Outstanding: Applicant indicates an exceptional approach and understanding of the requirements and contains multiple strengths, and risk of unsuccessful performance is low.

Good: Applicant indicates a thorough approach and understanding of the requirements and contains at least one strength, and risk of unsuccessful performance is low to moderate.

Acceptable: Applicant meets requirements and indicates an adequate approach and understanding of the requirements, and risk of unsuccessful performance is no worse than moderate.

Marginal: Applicant has not demonstrated an adequate approach and understanding of the requirements, and/or risk of unsuccessful performance is high.

Unacceptable: Applicant does not meet requirements of the solicitation, and thus, contains one or more deficiencies, and/or risk of unsuccessful performance is unacceptable.

Factor 2 Past Performance: Applicants submitted no less than three (3) and not more than five (5) professional references from relevant experience during the past ten (10) years. The Government will conduct a performance risk evaluation based upon the past performance of the offerors as it relates to the probability of successfully performing the solicitation requirements.

DFC reserves the right to contact references to verify the following:

1. Ability to perform daily duties

2. Ability to meet timelines

3. Quality of work product or services

4. Overall rating of the applicants' performance and recommendation for future contract award.

Applicants will receive one of the following ratings for past performance:

Unsatisfactory/Very High Performance Risk. Based on the offeror's performance record, extreme doubt exists that the offeror will successfully perform the required effort.

Marginal/High Performance Risk. Based on the offeror's performance record, substantial doubt exists that the offeror will successfully perform the required effort.

Satisfactory/Moderate Performance Risk. Based on the offeror's performance record, some doubt exists that the offeror will successfully perform the required effort. Normal contractor emphasis should preclude any problems.

Very Good/Low Performance Risk. Based on the offeror's performance record, little doubt exists that the…