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Statement of Work Non Personal Service Multimedia eLearning Teacher Services Voice of America Learning English Branch

1.0 Introduction

The Voice of America’s Learning English Branch has a requirement for a talent vendor (hereinafter referred to as “Contractor”) to provide radio, television, Web, mobile, social media and eLearning services as a ELearning Teacher Contractor described below. The work shall be performed on a Fixed-Price-Labor-Hour basis. The Contractor’s hourly rate shall include overhead (e.g. health insurance), G&A, and profit. The Contractor shall be responsible for meeting all obligations under the term of this contract. All work shall be performed in accordance with “The VOA Journalistic Code”. The contractor must request pre-approval before engaging in outside speaking and writing that might give rise to an actual or perceived violation of the Code.

2.0 Scope of Work

The Contractor shall perform the following work at IBB/Voice of America Headquarters Building at 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington DC unless otherwise mutually agreed to by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall provide the following combination services for the VOA English Division:

(a) Research, write, edit, voice, present on camera, produce, publish, and coordinate the production of VOA Learning English eLearning lessons and other language teaching materials for radio, television, Web, and mobile distribution.

(b) Work shall be performed in in VOA Learning English style -- approximately 2/3 normal pace with a simple sentence structure and a limited prescribed vocabulary. Use social media to engage Learning English audiences.

(c) Work with Learning English staff and contractors to facilitate the creation of these products and to improve the quality of these products.

(d)Advise Branch management on pedagogical matters related to Learning English products. This shall be accomplished in consultation and in coordination with the VOA Learning English Branch’s chief, product innovation and integration manager, managing editor, features and social media editor, Internet manager, television producer, and other branch staff members, as assigned by the branch chief.

(e) As directed by VOA Learning English managers, all work products generated by the contractor shall be accurate and complete, and in compliance with “The VOA Journalistic Code” and the VOA Charter as well as VOA Learning English writing, production, and broadcast standards. All completed work shall be held to the same standards.

(f) The contractor shall meet all interim deadlines during his/her hours of work.

(e) Assignments shall be produced using VOA equipment and be suitable for distribution on all VOA broadcast platforms

(f) Expertise-

· Familiarity with multimedia applications, social media (including Skype and Google Hangouts), and experience in digital production.

· Familiarity with commercial software systems that relate to content management, photo, and video editing. Knowledge of audio and video editing software.

· Experience producing online content and eLearning products.

· Writing and editing skills a must.

· Ability to read stories on air and to present on television Learning English style speaking (2/3 normal pace reading).

· TESOL-certified professional with at least 4 years of experience in producing eLearning content. Expertise teaching /training ESOL or EFL (teaching English as a Second Language or Foreign Language).

· Possess strong experience in all media and practical knowledge in order to write, edit and produce educational reports for publication on multiple platforms.

3.0 Award Duration:

Two years from date of award to commence on or about September 1, 2015 Estimated number of hours per year: 2080

4.0 Deliverables

Are to be submitted to the COR for acceptance in accordance with VOA standards. The time of delivery will be determined by the COR based on the needs of the government within prescribed deadlines. Contract work shall be completed within twenty-four hours after receipt of an order.

6.0 Contractor Performance Evaluation Criteria:

The quality and efficiency of the services performed by the Contractor shall be reviewed on a regular basis to ensure that the Contractor is meeting the requirements of the Government.

7.0 Contractor Performance Times:

VOA is a 24/7 news/program operation and the schedule will vary depending on the need of the Government. Normal duty hours will be 5 days a week between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday - including Government holidays, which are subject to change. Weekends may be required based on the needs of the Government. During inclement weather the Contractor is expected to report on time and perform based on the needs of the Government.

8.0 Meal Break

A 30 minute non-paid meal break shall be coordinated with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

9.0 Contractor travel

In the event it is required, contractor travel shall be in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulations (FTR). Invoiced costs of travel shall be based on actual expenditures subject to the FTR and per diem rules for reimbursement. All contractor travel shall be pre-approved by the COR

10. Facility and Equipment

VOA/IBB will provide the contractor a work area, computer- furnished office space, expendable supplies, and equipment (e.g., PC with LAN connection, fax, and telephone) solely for the Contractor’s use while performing the work prescribed herein.

Contractor shall have capability to utilize their own equipment for telework situations outside of the office to perform scope of work especially for weather emergencies that require shut down of government offices.

10.0 Building Access/ID Card

If contractor is required to report to VOA headquarters in Washington, DC :

Contractor shall enter the main entrance of Cohen Building and report to the Security Manager, and submit a request for a VOA ID card via the Contractor Verification System (CVS). Upon verification and notification of an approved application, the contractor will report to the Security Manager’s officer for issuance of an ID Card. Days and hours of availability are Monday and Wednesday 9AM-3PM. This ID Card must be carried at all times while performing duties and must be used to access Cohen Building

10.2 NOTE: If contractor fails to pass a security background check, the contract will be terminated.

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