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OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, & 30 1. REQUISITION NUMBER PAGE 1 OF 63

2. CONTRACT NO.

7. FOR SOLICITATION

INFORMATION CALL:

3. AWARD/EFFECTIVE

DATE

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4. ORDER NUMBER 5. SOLICITATION NUMBER

95332424R0003

b. TELEPHONE NUMBER (No collect calls)

6. SOLICITATION ISSUE

DATE

04/17/2024

8. OFFER DUE DATE/

LOCAL TIME

05/30/24 05:00 PM

9. ISSUED BY

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CODE 953324

10. THIS ACQUISITION IS

UNRESTRICTED OR

SET ASIDE: 100 WOMEN-OWNED SMALL % FOR:

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

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SIZE STANDARD:

$15,000,000

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12. DISCOUNT TERMS 13a. THIS CONTRACT IS A

RATED ORDER UNDER

DPAS (15 CFR 700)

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14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

RFQ IFB RFP

15. DELIVER TO

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OFFER

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SEE ADDENDUM

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ITEM NO. SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

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

25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

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26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Govt. Use Only)

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SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

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QUANTITY

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UNIT PRICE

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AMOUNT

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32a. QUANTITY IN COLUMN 21 HAS BEEN

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

32b. SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT

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CORRECT FOR

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COMPLETE PARTIAL FINAL

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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

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Listing of Incorporated Purchase Requisitions

Incorporated Purchase Requisition Numbers:

Section B - Supplies or Services and Prices/Costs

Item Number Base Item Number

Supplies/Services Quantity Unit

0001 Personal Services contract for Acquisition Support Services

Contract Type:Time and Materials Unit Price

Other Direct Costs Extended Price

Description:

Purchase Requisitions

IDC Type: Not Applicable

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SECTION B - SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICE/COSTS

B.1 SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED

The Contractor shall provide personal services, acquisition support services to the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), Contracts & Grants Management Division (CGM). The MCC is a Federal government entity.

B.2 FAR 52.216-1 TYPE OF CONTRACT (APR 1984)

The Government contemplates a Time & Materials (T&M) contract resulting from this solicitation.

B.3 PRICING ARRANGEMENT/CONTRACT TYPE

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This requirement is for a single-award indefinite-delivery indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract of which T&M task orders will be awarded. The task orders shall be issued in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 16.5 and all pertinent provisions and clauses.

This is not a requirements contract; therefore, the Government is not required to place orders under this IDIQ contract for this or similar services beyond the agreed minimum ordering amount.

All contract hourly rates shall be fully loaded, which include the direct labor, fringe benefits, overhead, profit, and all necessary general and administrative expenses. The annual leave, sick leave, and holidays are not separately billable and shall be included in the fully loaded hourly rates.

The annual leave and sick leave are in accordance with the Contractor's internal policies. The "holidays" refer to OPM-defined Federal holidays. As of 2024, there are 11 Federal holidays. Every four years, there is an extra holiday for the Presidential Inauguration Day, which make the total 12 Federal holidays.

In the event the Government is closed, e.g., inclement weather, early dismissals etc., the associated hours may be billed to this contract on a case-by-case basis subject to the following limitations:

1. Approved by the COR for the event and specific duration;

2. Subject to availability of funds; and

3. With no presumption of a pre-approval based on past practice as each event is considered unique and separate.

The Government may permit public transit subsidy or parking expenses to be billed to this contract subject to the following limitations:

1. Approved by the COR;

2. Subject to availability of funds; and

3. The amount billed limited to the value extended to the Federal employees, which may change over time.

One working year is assumed to be 1,992 hours as shown below:

Component Description Hours

Total Hours 52 Weeks @ 8 Hours per day 2,080

Federal Holidays 11 days @ 8 Hours per day* 88

Leave TBD based on Contractor's policy TBD

Billable Hours 1,992

*Every four years, a 12th holiday shall be included for the Presidential Inauguration Day.

The period of performance will be for a five (5) year base period with no Option Periods.

B.4 FUNDING

Funding will be obligated on the task order(s) for the services to be furnished. The Government will not reimburse the Contractor for any costs incurred in excess of the contract obligation and the Contractor assumes the full risk of any increased costs in excess of the contract obligation. The obligation from one task order shall not be used for services rendered on another task order unless modifications to both task orders have been issued, in writing, by a warranted Contracting Officer.

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B.5 IDIQ MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM QUANTITIES OF SERVICES

Minimum Quantity: The minimum amount of this IDIQ contract is established at $2,500.

Maximum Quantity: The maximum amount of this IDIQ contract is established at $33,000,000.00.

B.6 ADDITIONAL LABOR CATEGORIES

In the performance of this contract, MCC may determine that it is in the best interest of the Government to add new labor categories to Section B. In such cases, MCC will identify additional labor categories related to the services to be provided under this contract. The Contractor shall then, in good faith, negotiate the fully loaded hourly rates with the Contracting Officer. Upon successful completion of the negotiation, the Contracting Officer shall modify the contract to add the new categories.

B.7 RETENTION INCENTIVE

The Government's primary goal for this contract is to recruit and retain highly qualified and capable PSCs to support acquisition actions. Therefore, the Government will consider the Offeror's reasonable and effective retention incentive plan for this award.

B.8 SCHEDULE

Unless expressly identified otherwise in the task order, the Contractor shall furnish all personnel, transportation, and other services required to provide acquisition support services to the Government in accordance with Section C – Description/Specifications/Statement of Work, and the terms and conditions contained herein. The required services are to be provided at the fixed, fully loaded rates set forth in the Schedule. The labor categories, itemized costs (fringe benefits, overhead, G&A, and fee/profit), and the fully loaded hourly rates (FLRs) applicable under the contract shall be provided by each Offeror in the Government-provided pre-formatted spreadsheet.

A pre-formatted price proposal spreadsheet (Attachment J.1) will be provided to Offerors to submit their price proposal. The pre-formatted spreadsheet(s) is the ONLY acceptable method of returning the price proposal(s). Offerors should not change the format in the spreadsheet(s) without the CO's prior approval as any Offeror's changes to the spreadsheet format may adversely impact the evaluation of their price proposals.

The specific level of effort required will be identified on individual task orders.

Below is a screenshot of the pre-formatted spreadsheet:

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All rates shall be presented in US dollars. The "Fully Loaded Rate" is the sum of all previous cells (Pay Rate + Fringe Benefits + Overhead + G&A + Fee/Profit = Fully Loaded Rate).

(End of Section B)

Section C - Description/Specifications/Work Statement

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SECTION C - DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

C.1 INTRODUCTION

The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) is a U.S. Government corporation established on January 23, 2003, with the mission to reduce poverty through economic growth. Our core principles include selectivity, country ownership, transparency, and a focus on results. These core principles ensure MCC invests in countries that are committed to good governance, economic freedom, and investing in their people. By holding ourselves and our partner countries accountable, our investments advance stability, security and prosperity both at home and abroad. And with cost-effective projects, a lean staff, and an evidence-based approach, MCC is a good investment for the American people. For more information on the MCC, please visit www.mcc.gov.

The MCC Department of Administration and Finance (A&F), Contracts & Grants Management (CGM) Division, provides acquisition and federal assistance support for the MCC operations using the Federal Acquisition Regulation, 2 CFR 200, and other relevant rules, policies, and regulations. Most contracts that MCC awards are for professional services, including consultants with expertise in such fields as agriculture, finance, procurement, U.S. law and/or the laws of MCC's partner countries, and architect & engineering services. As our work is in international development, many of our awards are performed outside the continental United States (OCONUS). MCC also has the Congressional authority to contract for personal services; therefore, MCC has numerous personal services contractors (PSCs) with a direct employer-employee relationship. This IDIQ contract is also to hire PSCs in supporting the CGM Division. Despite an employee-like arrangement, the Contractor shall not assume that the authorities applicable to Federal employees also apply to the PSCs operating under this contract.

C.2 SCOPE AND OBJECTIVE

The CGM Division requires professional services from one prime contractor to provide acquisition support services to supplement its Federal employee staff. Currently, the CGM Division is comprised of a Managing, a Deputy Director, 11 Federal employees, and 17 contractor-staffed PSCs. The three operational teams are comprised of Federal employees and PSCs ranging from Contract Specialist I to Senior Contract Specialist II. The fourth non-operational team is comprised of Federal employees, one Senior Contract Specialist III ("Site Lead"), and one Procurement Assistant III. The composition of the CGM office may change based on different factors, such as budget and reorganization. To that end, MCC requires an IDIQ contract to staff the CGM PSC positions. The current CGM organizational chart is shown below.

The Millennium Challenge Act of 2003 authorizes MCC by statute to award personal services contracts as defined by FAR

2.101 and 37.104 and as necessary to meet its mission. The nature of the contract administration work under this contract necessitates the MCC supervisors to directly supervise the contractor's staff. Therefore, the Contractor shall provide PSCs to MCC. Despite MCC's direct supervision, the PSCs under this contract, shall carry a "contractor" MCC identification card; shall identify themselves as contractors representing MCC in all correspondence; and shall not be granted contracting officer signatory authority.

C.2.1 EXISTING SOFTWARE ENVIRONMENT

The CGM Division uses commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) products for its contract writing system, contract workload tracking, and operational reporting. They operate in a web-based environment which integrates with many of MCC's systems such as the Interior Business Center DOI/IBC, Oracle Federal Financials, Oracle iProcurement, and other integrated acquisition environment systems, such as the FPDS, SAM, CPARS, G-Invoicing, IPP, and SharePoint, to send and receive data. Some components of the system used by CGM are:

Oracle Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM): The contracting system through the Federal Shared Services Providers (FSSP), the Department of Interior's Interior Business Center, for creating solicitations, amendments, contracts, and modifications. This system is used to create contracts, Federal assistance (FA) awards, and interagency agreements (IAAs). It is integrated with the Oracle financial system; hence it is also used to record commitments and obligations.

https://www.oracle.com/applications/ebusiness/products/contract-lifecycle-management-for-public-sector/

Workload tracking: This module within Oracle CLM provides for workload tracking and management throughout the acquisition lifecycle, as well as operational reporting. Workload tracking may include Process Action Lead Time (PALT), Milestones, action traceability and linking, automated workflow management, and role- based controls.

As the CGM Division uses these systems to process contract actions, the PSCs must become adept in using these systems as expeditiously as possible (within three months of onboarding) to ensure MCC requirements are processed timely and accurately. Depending on the position level, the PSC shall either possess the ability to quickly learn (within three months of onboarding) or already possess the knowledge to expertly use various standard Government systems necessary for contract and FA actions, such as FPDS, SAM, G-Invoicing, grants.gov, etc. In addition, CGM requires all PSCs to possess the ability to proficiently use the computer and related COTS products, such as Microsoft Office Suite, in particular Word, Excel, and

Outlook, for generation, analysis, and coordination of contract data and documentation and Microsoft SharePoint for storage and access of electronic files, such as standard operating procedures, templates, and internal calendar.

Whenever possible, it is highly desirable for the Contractor to offer PSC candidates with recent, relevant experience using these or similar COTS programs in processing Federal contract and FA actions at MCC or another Federal agency. At times, MCC will require a PSC with extensive FA knowledge and experience to support our FA awards (using 2 CFR 200) as well as our contract actions (using the FAR).

C.2.2 MCC CONTRACTS AND GRANTS MANAGEMENT DIVISION WORKLOAD

The Government requires acquisition support PSCs that can process and track a diverse workload of different transaction types, including not only traditional contracting methods and mechanisms such as Blanket Purchase Agreements, Deliver/Task Orders, IDIQs, and Stand-alone contracts, but also non-contracting actions such FA awards and IAAs, and unique contracting types to MCC such as personal services contracts (outside this acquisition support serves contract), all with a heavy emphasis on services, particularly on professional services. As an example, the following represents the broad categories of transactions and operational workload conducted by CGM from FY 2019 – FY 2023 that shall be accommodated:

Type of Action Number of Actions Obligation Amount

Competitive Standalone Contracts 284 $274,261,741.73

Noncompetitive Standalone Contracts 20 $11,758,826.15

Personal Services Contractor (PSC) 124 $36,047,121.02

Contracts

MCC IDIQ Orders and BPA Calls 190 $168,914,958.01

GSA Schedule or GWAC Order 59 $73,490,854.98

Interagency Agreements and Orders 143 $78,922,763.00

Modifications (All Award Types) 2,191 $395,894,126.58

Contract and Order Closeouts 384 -$40,532,584.14

Micro-purchase Transactions 7 $65,509.40

FA Awards (Grants and Cooperative Agreements)

42 $47,408,881.06

Total 3,444 $1,046,232,197.79

C.3 CONSULTANT STAFFING PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

All positions require the ability to work timely and effectively in a fast-paced and stressful environment with tight deadlines and multiple demands. A biweekly 80-hour work schedule in accordance with MCC's policies with potential overtime and extra hours are required. All PSCs must be U.S. citizens and must successfully complete a background security investigation (see MCC 52.204-70). The PSCs may be required to file an annual Financial Disclosure Form (OGE 450) by the Government ethics official to check any financial conflicts of interest. Failure to timely file the annual OGE 450 when required could result in an immediate termination.

C.3.1 CANDIDATE RESUMES

All pre-qualified candidate resumes shall be forwarded directly to the COR, PM, and the CO in a timely manner to minimize the duration of open vacancies. Upon the notification of a vacancy and the level of position by the Government, the Contractor is expected to provide the resumes of multiple highly qualified candidates within ten (10) business days for the Government's consideration. The proposed candidate PSCs shall be pre-screened by the Contractor for the following:

Recent and relevant technology skills such that the candidate can perform and successfully utilize COTS software systems and products as indicated in C.2.1.

Recent and relevant acquisition and contracting experience such that the candidate is capable of conducting procurement processes from the pre-solicitation phase to the award phase, including post-award administration, of all action types listed in C.2.2. (Not all contract specialists are expected to have FA award knowledge and experience. However, it is desirable for the contract specialists to be willing to learn the FA award processes and it is necessary for some to possess the FA award knowledge and experience as needed by the Government.)

Recent and relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities and the necessary education and experience as described in in C.4.

C.3.2 RETENTION AND HUMAN RESOURCES CAPABILITIES

The Contractor shall be able to recruit and retain highly qualified PSCs under this contract. In addition to the COR, PM, and the CO of this contract, the CGM Managing Director and the Deputy Managing Director reserve the right to review and approve the resumes of all PSCs under this contract through an interview process and/or reference checks as requested by the Government. The Contractor is expected to provide resumes of multiple candidates within 5 business days from the date of identification for a vacancy or a new requirement. All PSC positions included in this contract are considered "key personnel." For every vacancy and position, the Contractor must submit the resumes of proposed candidates for the Government's review, interview, and acceptance prior to onboarding.

The Contractor is expected to maintain the following capabilities and produce evidence or supporting documentation as requested:

Financial capability and responsibility, e.g., financial data as reported by Dun and Bradstreet or financial/banking capability information to meet payroll expenses while billing monthly for the prior month's services.

Human resource management and strategic staffing capability, including but not limited to:

o Awareness of, concern for, and adherence to all appropriate ethics considerations, whether explicit in law or regulation or implicit through the exercise of prudent judgment.

o Benefits package offered to employees, e.g., health insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, retirement, employee training program, and criteria for promotion, advancement, or bonuses.

o Historical retention rates for existing and prior employees, e.g., duration of employment and reason for departure.

o Identification and the ability to staff the required positions with highly qualified PSCs within 2 weeks of award and of the notification of a vacancy that meet the qualifications as specified in subsection C.4.

o Suitable, available, and trustworthy PSCs that will be able to successfully obtain a Public Trust or equivalent security clearance from the MCC DIS Office.

o Ability to recruit and retain highly qualified PSCs for all labor categories required by the Government throughout the contract's period of performance.

o Sufficient expertise in the field of Federal contracting and FA awards to make adequate assessment of its candidates' written qualifications, to validate any oral representations, or otherwise to pre-qualify the candidates. This HR or administrative function must be performed by the Contractor as part of its overhead, and it is not separately billable to the contract.

C.4 REQUIRED LABOR CATEGORIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

A mixture of the following eight (8) labor categories are required during the performance of the contract.

C.4.1 Contract Specialist I (CS I)

Duties and responsibilities of the CS I, including but are not limited to:

1. Serves as a technical resource and advisor to organizations in the procurement of goods and services needed in the successful accomplishment of MCC programs and operations.

2. Applies knowledge of administrative support functions within a Federal acquisition operations environment to assist program officials on acquisition and administrative matters affecting procurement of supplies and services using source selection procedures; the evaluation of contract price quotes; and the administration or termination and closeout of contracts.

3. Performs contract administration activities for selected contracts and assists in the monitoring of contractor's performance, approval of progress payments, verification of deliveries, and similar activities.

4. Assists customers in developing statements of work and procurement strategy; and develops evaluation plans, pricing methodologies, and contract administration. Develops procurement plans by reviewing previous history, market conditions, and requirements.

5. Analyzes business needs and determines the most appropriate contracting vehicles.

6. Prepares solicitations, contract supporting documents, contract awards, and other related documents pursuant to applicable laws, executive orders, regulations, and other applicable procedures.

7. Executes modifications to contracts and conducts analysis of alternatives and the capabilities and characteristics of the assigned contractors.

8. Applies price/cost analysis techniques to support the development of cost-related sections of solicitation documents and the analysis of cost and price data, labor and material cost, etc.

9. Supports the development of budgets for planned procurements. Analyzes and evaluates cost-related areas of solicitations for pricing structure and instruction to offerors. Analyzes and evaluates contractor price/cost quotes for new procurements, changes, follow-on procurements, etc., which may result in new contracts or the issuance of modifications or the termination of existing contracts.

10. Supports the contract closeout process and ensures all proper payments, performance, and deliveries have been made.

11. Helps ensure that all appropriate steps have been taken to safeguard the interests of MCC, and that all requirements of laws, executive orders, regulations, and other applicable procedures have been met.

12. Serves as a central point of contact with internal and external parties to respond to inquiries.

13. Recommends or initiates appropriate action to protect Government's interests.

14. Awards and administers grants, cooperative agreements, or other related instruments.

15. Determines awardee eligibility using formulas and methodology and established eligibility criteria, such as competitive rating factors.

16. Announces programs and soliciting applications or proposals for funding under assistance awards.

17. Oversees, reviews, analyzes, and evaluates grants/assistance applications, plans, and estimates.

18. Negotiates terms and conditions of grants/assistance awards to include costs, schedules, and oversight responsibilities.

19. Prepares, processes, issues, and tracks grants/assistance awards and compliance with reporting requirements.

20. Conducts resolution of audit findings or monitoring audit resolution in partnership with resolution officials.

21. Conducts post-award reviews and analyses to identify management, financial, and administrative issues.

Required Qualifications for CS I:

Education:

A 4-year course of study leading to a degree in any field or 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organizations and management.

Desired – A bachelor's degree with a major in any field and 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, Experience:

Two or more years of direct experience in Federal contracting or related positions. At least one of these years must be specialized experience equivalent to Federal Government GS-11 grade level that has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below.

Training Desired:

FAC-C(Professional) or DAWIA in Contracting (Professional) certification, DAWIA or FAC-C Level I certification (now defunct), or other non-Federal certifications/qualifications, such as NCMA CFCM and CPCM. The current requirements for FAC-C(P) are identified at: www.fai.gov.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for CS I:

1. Knowledge of contracting principles, regulations, and procedures applicable to pre-award and/or post-award actions sufficient to procure and/or administer contracts for a variety of supplies, equipment, services, and/or construction requirements.

2. Knowledge of contracting methods, contract types, Federal contract administration policy, procedures, techniques, and evaluation/control methods.

3. Knowledge of contracting and oversight management processes to oversee and monitor supplies, equipment, services, and/or construction requirements.

4. Knowledge of business practices and market conditions applicable to program and technical requirements sufficient to evaluate such actions.

5. Knowledge of contracts and pre-and post-award contracting policies and procedures to plan, execute, and administer contracts and contract modifications.

6. Knowledge in the use of negotiation techniques to protect the Government's interests and to ensure best value awards.

7. Skill in written and oral communications to present analysis and findings.

8. Ability to meet and deal with representatives of the private sector and with Government experts or managers to support the procurement of supplies, services, and equipment.

9. Required upon MCC's demand for FA management: Knowledge of laws, regulations, rules, policies, procedures, and methods governing the administration of Federal grants, cooperative agreements, and awards.

10. Required upon MCC's demand for FA management: Knowledge of grants/assistance management processes and techniques consistent with sound business and industry practices.

11. Required upon MCC's demand for FA management: Knowledge of financial methods, procedures, and practices to assess the financial stability of recipient of Federal grants or cooperative agreements.

C.4.2 Contract Specialist II (CS II)

Duties and responsibilities of the CS II, including but are not limited to:

1. Serves as a technical resource and advisor to organizations in the procurement of goods and services needed in the successful accomplishment of MCC programs and operations.

2. Applies knowledge of administrative support functions within a Federal acquisition operations environment to assist program officials on acquisition and administrative matters affecting procurement of supplies and services using source selection procedures; the evaluation of contract price quotes; and the administration or termination and closeout of contracts.

3. Performs contract administration activities for selected contracts and assists in the monitoring of contractor's performance, approval of progress payments, verification of deliveries, and similar activities.

4. Assists customers in developing statements of work and procurement strategy; and develops evaluation plans, pricing methodologies, and contract administration. Develops procurement plans by reviewing previous history, market conditions, and requirements.

5. Analyzes business needs and determines the most appropriate contracting vehicles.

6. Prepares solicitations, contract supporting documents, contract awards, and other related documents pursuant to applicable laws, executive orders, regulations, and other applicable procedures.

7. Executes modifications to contracts and conducts analysis of alternatives and the capabilities and characteristics of the assigned contractors.

8. Applies price/cost analysis techniques to support the development of cost-related sections of solicitation documents and the analysis of cost and price data, labor and material cost, etc.

9. Supports the development of budgets for planned procurements. Analyzes and evaluates cost-related areas of solicitations for pricing structure and instruction to offerors. Analyzes and evaluates contractor price/cost quotes for new procurements, changes, follow-on procurements, etc., which may result in new contracts or the issuance of modifications or the termination of existing contracts.

10. Supports the contract closeout process and ensures all proper payments, performance, and deliveries have been made.

11. Helps ensure that all appropriate steps have been taken to safeguard the interests of MCC, and that all requirements of laws, executive orders, regulations, and other applicable procedures have been met.

12. Serves as a point of contact for program officials on acquisition and administrative matters affecting major procurement of supplies and services using source selection procedures; the evaluation of contract price proposals;

and the administration or termination and closeout of major contracts. Provides authoritative recommendations to improve procurement operations and customer service.

13. Coordinates contract administration activities for long-term, extensive technical service contracts. Contract types vary with the complexity of the acquisition and the best interests of the Government, ranging from Firm-Fixed-Price through Fixed-Price-Incentive and Fixed-Price-Award-Fee to Time & Materials. The contract specialist monitors contractor's performance, approval of progress payments, reviewing and providing recommendations on contractor proposals resulting from change orders, scheduling, problems that have arisen and proposed solutions, verification of deliveries, and similar activities; interprets contract provisions for contractors and for officials of MCC, and provides appropriate advice and guidance; and conducts in-depth analyses of contractors' financial and management systems and facilities for ability to perform and for compliance with Government or contractual requirements.

14. Negotiates complex modifications to contracts. Decisions are based on in-depth analysis of alternatives and knowledge of the unique capabilities and characteristics of the assigned contractors and require resolution of incomplete or conflicting technical and contractor data. In determining a negotiation position, the contract specialist must reconcile differences between the reports of different technical specialists.

15. Utilizes in-depth price/cost analysis techniques involving many different and unrelated factors and processes where there may be little historical cost data or precedent. Responsible for supporting the development of cost-related sections of complex solicitation documents, analyzing cost and price data, labor, and material cost, etc.

16. Supports the development of budgets for planned procurements. Analyzes and evaluates cost-related areas of complex solicitations for pricing structure and instruction to offerors. Analyzes and evaluates contractor price/cost proposals for new procurements, changes, follow-on procurements, etc., which may result in new contracts or the issuance of modifications or the termination of existing contracts.

17. Leads negotiations and serves as a primary cost/price negotiator. Conducts detailed studies of contractor's management, operational and financial policies to determine capability to perform contract. Evaluates the contractor's financial status and profit and loss statement, balance sheets, and other financial data.

18. Coordinates the extension of periods of performance, resolves delivery and acceptance disputes, approves partial payments and final payments, and performs closeout or any necessary contract cancellations due to non-performance by the contractor or for the convenience of MCC. Prepares MCC response to protests.

19. Ensures that all appropriate steps have been taken to safeguard the interests of MCC, and that all requirements of laws, executive orders, regulations, and other applicable procedures have been met.

20. Manages complex, sensitive, and important procurement programs and initiatives that serve as a guide for other MCC procurement activities.

21. Assists customers in developing statements of work and procurement strategy and develops evaluation plans, pricing methodologies, and major contract administration.

22. Serves as a central point of contact with internal and external parties to respond to inquiries.

23. Recommends or initiates appropriate action to protect Government's interests.

24. Awards and administers grants, cooperative agreements, or other related instruments.

25. Determines awardee eligibility using formulas and methodology and established eligibility criteria, such as competitive rating factors.

26. Announces programs and soliciting applications or proposals for funding under assistance awards.

27. Oversees, reviews, analyzes, and evaluates grants/assistance applications, plans, and estimates.

28. Negotiates terms and conditions of grants/assistance awards to include costs, schedules, and oversight responsibilities.

29. Prepares, processes, issues, and tracks grants/assistance awards and compliance with reporting requirements.

30. Conducts resolution of audit findings or monitoring audit resolution in partnership with resolution officials.

31. Conducts post-award reviews and analyses to identify management, financial, and administrative issues.

32. Supervision becomes progressively less detailed than CS I, and the PSC performs progressively more responsible assignments than CS I.

Required Qualifications for CS II:

A bachelor's degree with a major in any field and 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields:

accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, Four or more years of direct experience in Federal contracting or related positions. At least one of these years must be specialized experience equivalent to the Federal Government GS-12 grade level that has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below.

Training:

Desired – FAC-C(Professional) or DAWIA in Contracting (Professional) certification, DAWIA or FAC-C Level I certification (now defunct), or other non-Federal certifications/qualifications, such as NCMA CFCM and CPCM. The current requirements for FAC-C(P) are identified at: www.fai.gov.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for CS II:

1. Mastery knowledge of contracting principles, laws, statues, Executive Orders, regulations, and procedures applicable to pre-award and/or post-award actions sufficient to procure and/or administer contracts for a variety of supplies, equipment, services, and/or construction and to conduct studies of problem areas and help develop standard methods and operating procedures.

2. Mastery of contracting methods and contract types which require specialized knowledge of Federal contract administration policy, procedures, techniques, and evaluation/control methods sufficient to coordinate and monitor prime and subcontractor performance on complex, long-term contracts.

3. Knowledge of contracting and oversight management processes to oversee and monitor supplies, equipment, services, and/or construction requirements.

4. Knowledge of business practices and market conditions applicable to program and technical requirements sufficient to evaluate such actions.

5. Knowledge of contracts and pre-and post-award contracting policies and procedures to plan, execute, and administer contracts and contract modifications.

6. Knowledge of program and technical strategies and requirements to evaluate capabilities and performance and to provide technical advice to MCC program offices and staff.

7. Skill in the use of negotiation techniques to protect the Government's interests and to ensure best value awards.

8. Skill in written and oral communications to present analysis and findings.

9. Ability to meet and deal with representatives of the private sector and with Government experts or managers to support the procurement of supplies, services, and equipment.

10. Required upon MCC's demand for FA management: Knowledge of laws, regulations, rules, policies, procedures, and methods governing the administration of Federal grants, cooperative agreements, and awards.

11. Required upon MCC's demand for FA management: Knowledge of grants/assistance management processes and techniques consistent with sound business and industry practices.

12. Required upon MCC's demand for FA management: Knowledge of financial methods, procedures, and practices to

C.4.3 Senior Contract Specialist I (SCS I)

Duties and responsibilities of the SCS I, including but are not limited to:

1. Serves as a technical resource and advisor to organizations in the procurement of goods and services needed in the successful accomplishment of MCC programs and operations.

2. Applies knowledge of administrative support functions within a Federal acquisition operations environment to assist program officials on acquisition and administrative matters affecting procurement of supplies and services using source selection procedures; the evaluation of contract price quotes; and the administration or termination and closeout of contracts.

3. Performs contract administration activities for selected contracts and assists in the monitoring of contractor's performance, approval of progress payments, verification of deliveries, and similar activities.

4. Assists customers in developing statements of work and procurement strategy; and develops evaluation plans, pricing methodologies, and contract administration. Develops procurement plans by reviewing previous history, market conditions, and requirements.

5. Analyzes business needs and determines the most appropriate contracting vehicles.

6. Prepares solicitations, contract supporting documents, contract awards, and other related documents pursuant to applicable laws, executive orders, regulations, and other applicable procedures.

7. Executes modifications to contracts and conducts analysis of alternatives and the capabilities and characteristics of the assigned contractors.

8. Applies price/cost analysis techniques to support the development of cost-related sections of solicitation documents and the analysis of cost and price data, labor and material cost, etc.

9. Supports the development of budgets for planned procurements. Analyzes and evaluates cost-related areas of solicitations for pricing structure and instruction to offerors. Analyzes and evaluates contractor price/cost quotes for new procurements, changes, follow-on procurements, etc., which may result in new contracts or the issuance of modifications or the termination of existing contracts.

10. Supports the contract closeout process and ensures all proper payments, performance, and deliveries have been made.

11. Helps ensure that all appropriate steps have been taken to safeguard the interests of MCC, and that all requirements of laws, executive orders, regulations, and other applicable procedures have been met.

12. Serves as a point of contact for program officials on acquisition and administrative matters affecting major procurement of supplies and services using source selection procedures; the evaluation of contract price proposals;

and the administration or termination and closeout of major contracts. Provides authoritative recommendations to improve procurement operations and customer service.

13. Coordinates contract administration activities for long-term, extensive technical service contracts. Contract types vary with the complexity of the acquisition and the best interests of the Government, ranging from Firm-Fixed-Price through Fixed-Price-Incentive and Fixed-Price-Award-Fee to Time & Materials. The contract specialist monitors contractor's performance, approval of progress payments, reviewing and providing recommendations on contractor proposals resulting from change orders, scheduling, problems that have arisen and proposed solutions, verification of deliveries, and similar activities; interprets contract provisions for contractors and for officials of MCC, and provides appropriate advice and guidance; and conducts in-depth analyses of contractors' financial and management systems and facilities for ability to perform and for compliance with Government or contractual requirements.

14. Negotiates complex modifications to contracts. Decisions are based on in-depth analysis of alternatives and knowledge of the unique capabilities and characteristics of the assigned contractors and require resolution of incomplete or conflicting technical and contractor data. In determining a negotiation position, the contract specialist must reconcile differences between the reports of different technical specialists.

15. Utilizes in-depth price/cost analysis techniques involving many different and unrelated factors and processes where there may be little historical cost data or precedent. Responsible for supporting the development of cost-related sections of complex solicitation documents, analyzing cost and price data, labor, and material cost, etc.

16. Supports the development of budgets for planned procurements. Analyzes and evaluates cost-related areas of complex solicitations for pricing structure and instruction to offerors. Analyzes and evaluates contractor price/cost proposals for new procurements, changes, follow-on procurements, etc., which may result in new contracts or the issuance of modifications or the termination of existing contracts.

17. Leads negotiations and serves as a primary cost/price negotiator. Conducts detailed studies of contractor's management, operational and financial policies to determine capability to perform contract. Evaluates the contractor's financial status and profit and loss statement, balance sheets, and other financial data.

18. Coordinates the extension of periods of performance, resolves delivery and acceptance disputes, approves partial payments and final payments, and performs closeout or any necessary contract cancellations due to non-performance by the contractor or for the convenience of MCC. Prepares MCC response to protests.

19. Ensures that all appropriate steps have been taken to safeguard the interests of MCC, and that all requirements of laws, executive orders, regulations, and other applicable procedures have been met.

20. Manages complex, sensitive, and important procurement programs and initiatives that serve as a guide for other MCC procurement activities.

21. Assists customers in developing statements of work and procurement strategy and develops evaluation plans, pricing methodologies, and major contract administration.

22. Serves as a central point of contact with internal and external parties to respond to inquiries.

23. Recommends or initiates appropriate action to protect Government's interests.

24. Awards and administers grants, cooperative agreements, or other related instruments.

25. Determines awardee eligibility using formulas and methodology and established eligibility criteria, such as competitive rating factors.

26. Announces programs and soliciting applications or proposals for funding under assistance awards.

27. Oversees, reviews, analyzes, and evaluates grants/assistance applications, plans, and estimates.

28. Negotiates terms and conditions of grants/assistance awards to include costs, schedules, and oversight responsibilities.

29. Prepares, processes, issues, and tracks grants/assistance awards and compliance with reporting requirements.

30. Conducts resolution of audit findings or monitoring audit resolution in partnership with resolution officials.

31. Conducts post-award reviews and analyses to identify management, financial, and administrative issues.

32. Supervision becomes progressively less detailed than CS II, and the PSC performs progressively more responsible assignments than CS II.

Required Qualifications for SCS I:

A bachelor's degree with a major in any field and 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields:

accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, Six or more years of direct experience in Federal contracting. At least one of these years must be specialized experience equivalent to the Federal Government GS-13 grade level that has equipped the individual with the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below.

Desired - DAWIA or FAC-C Level II certification, or other commercial qualifications (NCMA - CFCM, CPCM). The current requirements for FAC-C Level II are identified at:www.fai.gov.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for SCS I:

1. Mastery knowledge of contracting principles, laws, statues, Executive Orders, regulations, and procedures applicable to pre-award and/or post-award actions sufficient to procure and/or administer contracts for a variety of supplies, equipment, services, and/or construction and to conduct studies of problem areas and help develop standard methods and operating procedures.

2. Mastery of contracting methods and contract types which require specialized knowledge of Federal contract administration policy, procedures, techniques, and evaluation/control methods sufficient to coordinate and monitor prime and subcontractor performance on complex, long-term contracts.

3. Knowledge of contracting and oversight management processes to oversee and monitor supplies, equipment, services, and/or construction requirements.

4. Knowledge of business practices and market conditions applicable to program and technical requirements sufficient to evaluate such actions.

5. Knowledge of contracts and pre-and post-award contracting policies and procedures to plan, execute, and administer contracts and contract modifications.

6. Knowledge of program and technical strategies and requirements to evaluate capabilities and performance and to provide technical advice to MCC program offices and staff.

7. Skill in the use of negotiation techniques to protect the Government's interests and to ensure best value awards.

8. Skill in written and oral communications to present analysis and findings.

9. Ability to meet and deal with representatives of the private sector and with Government experts or managers to support the procurement of supplies, services, and equipment.

10. Ability to analyze difficult acquisition issues and identify alternative courses of action, modify standard contracting procedures and terms to solve a variety of contractual problems and effect streamlined acquisitions.

11. Ability to expect uncertainties and to research and apply changes in the contracting principles, laws, statues, Executive Orders, regulations, and procedures applicable to pre-award and/or post-award actions.

12. Ability to accomplish work…