Sol_72061523R00011.pdf

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SOLICITATION NO.: 72061523R00011

ISSUANCE DATE: May 24, 2023

CLOSING DATE/TIME: June 6, 2023, 04:30 p.m. (Nairobi Time)

SUBJECT: Solicitation for U.S. Personal Services Contractor (USPSC) Senior Advisor in the Office of

Financial Management (OFM), GS-15

Dear Prospective Offerors:

The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications from qualified U.S. Citizens and/or U.S Resident Aliens to provide personal services under contract as described in this solicitation.

Offers must be in accordance with the solicitation instructions. Offerors should retain copies of all offer materials for their records. Offers must be submitted electronically via email to nairobipscjobs@usaid.gov by the closing date and time indicated above. Late, incomplete, or unsigned offers will not be considered. Scanned copies are accepted by email. Applicants must prominently reference the solicitation number in the application submission.

This solicitation in no way obligates USAID to award a PSC contract, nor does it commit USAID to pay any cost incurred in the preparation and submission of the offer.

Any questions must be directed in writing to the Point of Contact specified in the attachment 1.

Sincerely, -s-

Matthew Corbin

Supervisory Executive Officer http://kenya.usaid.gov/ http://kenya.usaid.gov/ mailto:usaidke@usaid.gov mailto:nairobipscjobs@usaid.gov

Attachment 1: Sol_72061523R00011

I. GENERAL INFORMATION

1. SOLICITATION NO.: 72061523R00011

2. ISSUANCE DATE: May 24, 2023

3. CLOSING DATE AND TIME FOR RECEIPT OF OFFERS: June 6, 2023, at 04:30 p.m. (Nairobi Time)

4. POINT OF CONTACT: Executive Office/Human Resources, Patrick Bii < pbii@usaid.gov> and Noel

Sikasa <nsikasa@usaid.gov>

5. POSITION TITLE: Senior Advisor in the Office of Financial Management

6. MARKET VALUE: $117,518 to $152,771 annually equivalent to GS-15. Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value. USPSCs performing overseas are not entitled to Locality Pay.

7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Nairobi, Kenya. Overseas USPSCs may be authorized to telework or remote work only from a location within the country of performance, in accordance with Mission policy.

Telework or remote work from outside the country of performance may only be authorized in certain situations in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.

8. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: One year with one one-year option. Exercise of options will depend on continuing need of services, availability of funds, successful performance, and requisite approvals.

9. ELIGIBLE OFFERORS: U.S. Citizens and/or U.S Resident Aliens1. Citizenship, if dual, must be clearly stated.

10. SECURITY LEVEL REQUIRED: Facilities Access

11. STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Background/Introduction

The USAID/Kenya and East Africa (USAID/KEA) manages one of the largest and most complex development programs in Africa that includes a broad range of activities in health, governance, agriculture, private sector development, environmental conservation, and education. USAID/KEA is at the mid-point of executing an ambitious

5-year strategy that focuses on Kenya- owned, Kenya-led, and Kenya-managed development, and the Mission has advanced rapidly in implementing the Agency’s localization agenda.

USAID/KEA, Office of Financial Management (OFM) provides expert financial management advice and a full range of financial management services in accounting, budgeting, audit, payment, funds control, financial analysis, and risk management to USAID/Kenya and USAID/Somalia employees and programs. USAID/KEA’s OFM is normally comprised of 3 USDH (The Office Director/Controller, Deputy Controller, and Financial Management Officer), a local-hire full-time USPSC Certifying Officer and 40 LES employees organized into three main sections: Accounting, Payments, and Financial Analysis. The Financial Analysis section is further divided into two units: Financial Analysts who are embedded with technical teams to provide more direct and timely FA support and a Financial Assessment

Unit, primarily responsible for risk management including pre- and post-award assessments, internal audit reviews, and frequent and regular financial reviews, and fraud risk assessments.

USAID/KEA requires the services of an experienced Controller to serve as the Senior Advisor in the OFM.

1 U.S. resident alien means a non-U.S. citizen lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States.

mailto:pbii@usaid.gov

The incumbent will assist and support to the Controller on technical and administrative matters in the OFM Office.

The incumbent exercises strong financial management judgment and experience to oversee financial operations and accountability efforts in support of localization and USAID/KEA’s Kenya owned- led- and managed strategy.

USAID/KEA is committed to working with local partners, organizations, and government institutions to accomplish our development goals. S/he oversees risk management and champions implementing partner and USAID employee capacity building and training. S/he will lead in maintaining and improving the risk management framework to make sure that local partners utilize USAID/Kenya resources in a transparent and accountable manner. This position demands initiative, excellent technical knowledge, outstanding supervision and interpersonal skills, and a desire for high achievement in planning and execution.

The Senior Advisor must establish and ensure that all controls comply with the regulations and directives of the

General Accounting Office, the Office of Management and Budget, the U.S. Treasury, and USAID, as well as with applicable statutes and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and standards. These guidelines establish only broad parameters, which must in turn be interpreted and applied by the incumbent to program/project operations and the administration of operating expenses allowance.

Statement of Duties to be Performed.

• The Senior Advisor has responsibility for providing all financial management functions including budgeting, accounting, payments, and financial advisory services to the USAID/KEA and USAID/Somalia

Mission management and staff. The incumbent will be involved in the full range of financial management functions, including Phoenix accounting, E2 travel authorization certifications, etc and as such, the incumbent:

• Reporting to the Office Director/Controller (FE-OC), supports leadership and management of the OFM.

The incumbent plays a key role in OFM’s efforts to improve service quality and customer satisfaction; as such, the Senior Advisor will be responsible for planning, directing, and administering a comprehensive accounting, reporting, and budgeting system designed to provide senior management with timely financial information for making operational decisions.

• May serve as Acting Controller in the Controller’s absence and provide payment certification coverage in the absence of the Authorized Certifying Officer.

• Serves as an advisor to the Mission Director and Deputy Mission Directors regarding the financial implications of the provisions of existing or contemplated agreements. S/he provides advice and guidance to Mission and Government of Kenya officials on financial management practices, the financial implications of provisions of existing or contemplated loan and strategic objective agreements, on the effect and significance of exchanges upon local currency payments, etc.

• Serves as Mission liaison with the Office of the Inspector General and the focal point for audit activities including identifying requirements and developing plans, reviewing all audit and investigation reports from the IG, and identifying actions to be taken in response to the findings and recommendations.

• Leads financial management reviews, audits, and systems assessments, including quarterly financial reviews and the annual Financial Management Federal Integrity Act (FMFIA), Enterprise Risk

Management Profile formulation, and coordinates the GMRA audit.

• Reviews all transactions, in electronic and manual formats, for completeness, accuracy and compliance.

• Spearheads the extensive analysis of programmatic and operating budgets including quarterly accruals and 1311 reviews and make recommendations where applicable.

• Participates in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of an adequate system of internal control for processing, accounting, reporting, and safeguarding of all funds and assets available to USAID/KEA and

USAID/Somalia.

• Supervises the analysis and reconciliation of all program and administrative accounts with the

Department of State and USAID/Washington, including 1221 management and timely liquidation of program and travel advances.

• When serving as authorized certifying officer in the absence of the USPSC Authorized Certifying Officer, ensures compliance with provisions of the Prompt Payment Act, Foreign Service Travel Regulations, and other applicable guidance. S/he directs the review and payment of all types of invoices, billings, and collections; analyzes and reconciles accounts with those of the disbursing officer.

• Coordinates with the Program Officer, the Supervisory Executive Officer, and other concerned Mission personnel in the formulation, preparation, and review of Mission requests for program and OE funds and oversees preparation and maintenance of the Mission’s Manage-to-Budget plan. S/he oversees provision of fiscal data and the cost factors needed for budget formulation and estimates. S/he advises employees on the processing of payments and other documents concerning entitlements, allowances, travels, leave, etc.

• Oversees and supervises the voucher payment process, manages payroll and cash disbursements, and maintains a system for financial reporting of USAID programs.

• Provides oversight, guidance, and support to the OFM staff to ensure that they possess all necessary skills, and that they function effectively in carrying out their required duties. Along with the Controller and the

Deputy Controller, the incumbent supervises and reviews work of a staff of 41 professional and technical personnel including a local-hire USPSC certifying officer, two administrative assistants, and a large team of financial analysts, accountants, and voucher examiners.

• Reviews OFM processes to identify strengths and weaknesses, including bottlenecks, and to the extent required, modify processes to streamline workflow and maximize efficiency.

• The incumbent provides USAID/KEA and USAID/Somalia staff with expert assistance and advice relative to USAID financial management regulations and procedures. S/he takes the lead in resolving methods of payment, cash management, cost reasonableness and disbursement issues for projects.

• Advises the Mission on risk mitigation and management policies, strategies and options that promote the safeguarding of USAID resources managed by the Mission and implementing partners from fraud, waste, and abuse.

• Leads and manages financial management training for Mission staff and implementing partners.

• Trains, coaches, and mentors a team including Accounting Technicians, Accountants, Voucher Examiners, Chief Accountant and Financial Analysts on all aspects of financial management and customer centric communication skills. This requires guiding staff on developing, implementing, and monitoring long-term and weekly work plans to meet the needs of the Mission and its customers. To complement work plans, the incumbent will oversee the development and implemention of individual learning and training plans

(ITLP) which include on-the-job and formal training and in-depth tracking sheet on the status of implementation for each FSNPSC assigned to OFM.

• Coaches and mentors first tour Financial Management Officer and Foreign Service National PSC staff.

Performs the administrative and human resource management functions relative to the staff supervised to ensure that mid-year and annual performance evaluations are completed and documented.

Position Elements

Supervision Received: The incumbent will operate under the operational control and technical direction of the

USAID/KEA Controller (FE-OC). Work assignments are in the broadest terms and performance is evaluated in terms of accomplishments and compliance with laws and regulations. The Senior Advisor will work largely independently and provide guidance, mentoring, support and assistance for all members of the USAID/KEA OFM staff.

Supervision Exercised: Directly supervise up to seven (7) people including one (1) Certifying Officer (USPSC – Local

Hire GS 12), one (1) Supervisory Financial Assistants (FSN 12), two (2) Financial Assessment Specialists (FSN 12) one (1) Chief Accountant (FSN 12), one (1) Supervisory Voucher Examiner (FSN 10), and one (1) Administrative

Assistant (FSN 7). S/he will also indirectly supervise up to 34 staff within the Office of Financial Management.

Available Guidelines: USAID Automotive Directive System (ADS), Foreign Affairs Manual, US Generally

Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Travel Regulations, Department of State Standardized Regulations, Mission Orders and Policies, Phoenix Manuals.

Exercise of Judgment: With limited or no guidance from the Controller, the incumbent must be innovative and exercise independent and sound judgment in all financial, accounting and payment matters.

Authority to Make Commitments: The incumbent has an integral role in the clearance process of commitment documents and is therefore authorized to approve commitments of USD10,000,000 and below.

Nature, Level and Purpose of Contacts: The incumbent will have frequent contact with USAID/KEA and

USAID/Somalia Mission Teams including Mission and Deputy Mission Director, RLO, OAA, SPA, Technical Office

Teams including Office Directors and AORs/CORs, Executive Office Staff, OIG Africa Regional Office, implementing partners including grantees and contractors to provide financial -related guidance, ensure accountability, integrity of financial reporting and systems; DoS FMO, GSO and Management Officer on ICASS matters, US

Disbursing Offices and local banks officials to resolve all issues related to transmitting, disbursing, and reconciling payments and Kenya Government Officials on Value Added Tax reimbursement matters.

Travel requirements: The incumbent is expected to travel to USAID projects and implementing partners periodically as requested by the Controller to build relationships and provide expert technical guidance on all aspects of financial management to staff at all levels.

Support Items: The employee will be provided with the support services, equipment, and supplies necessary to perform the work. This will include shared office equipment (such as printer, scanner and shredder), and a workstation that includes a desk, computer, file cabinets, and network access, with the possibility for mobile computing devices based on need and Mission management approval.

Sunday Pay is not authorized.

12. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The primary location of work will be on the U.S. Embassy/USAID compound in

Nairobi, Kenya. No special demands are required to perform the work.

II. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION

Applications will be initially screened by the Human Resources Office to determine whether applicants have met the advertised minimum qualifications. A list of qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring office for further consideration and screening.

EDUCATION: A Bachelor's degree or equivalent level in accounting, finance, or business administration is required, AND

WORK EXPERIENCE: A Minimum of ten years of progressive responsible experience performing and supervising financial management operations, including accounting, budget formulation and execution, financial analysis, and management controls is required. Experience with the USG and as a Controller, Deputy Controller/Certifying Officer is mandatory. A strong working knowledge of financial management systems such as Phoenix, E2, ASIST, GLAAS is required.

An understanding of how projects are designed, developed, implemented, and evaluated is required.

III. EVALUATION AND SELECTION FACTORS

The Government may award a contract without discussions with offerors in accordance with FAR 52.215-1. The CO reserves the right at any point in the evaluation process to establish a competitive range of offerors with whom negotiations will be conducted pursuant to FAR 15.306(c). In accordance with FAR 52.215-1, if the CO determines that the number of offers that would otherwise be in the competitive range exceeds the number at which an efficient competition can be conducted, the CO may limit the number of offerors in the competitive range to the greatest number that will permit an efficient competition among the most highly rated offers. FAR provisions of this solicitation are available at https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far.

The Technical Evaluation Committee (TEC) will conduct interviews with all offerors in the competitive range and provide the final rating and ranking of the offerors based on the interview. The CO will consider findings from the reference checks as part of the responsibility determination.

EDUCATION (10 POINTS): A Bachelor's degree or equivalent level in accounting, finance, or business administration is required.

WORK EXPERIENCE (45 POINTS): Minimum Five years of experience performing and supervising financial management operations, including accounting, budget formulation and execution, financial analysis, and management controls is required. Experience as a Controller, Deputy Controller/Certifying Officer is mandatory.

Experience with the U.S. Government and as a USAID Controller or Deputy Controller is highly desirable. Strong working knowledge of financial management systems such as Phoenix, E2, ASIST, GLAAS and other systems is a must. An understanding of how projects are designed, developed, implemented, and evaluated is essential.

KNOWLEDGE (20 POINTS): Thorough knowledge and understanding of professional accounting principles, theories, practices, and terminology as well as the principles and accepted practices of governmental and business financial accounting, budgeting and reporting is required. A thorough knowledge of applicable laws, regulations and procedures associated with USG financial management and a high level of independent judgment with regard to financial management policies and procedures, is also required. Must have a strong understanding of project planning and implementation procedures. Must have a demonstrated ability to perform work within a team environment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES (25 POINTS): A high level of analytical skills and sound judgment is required. Must be able to complete and present a great deal of detailed information in a concise and fully professional manner.

Must be capable of motivating a team to effectively supervise OFM staff and direct the various elements of a complex financial management operation. The position also requires excellent interpersonal and training skills, and the candidate must have a genuine interest in developing the abilities of OFM staff. Must be able to maintain cordial and professional relationships with all staff, other USG agencies at post, Host Country officials, NGO, Contractor personnel, and Local Banks. Must have excellent English communication skills, both orally and written.

Maximum Points Available: 100

Reference checks: Pass/Fail (no points assigned)

IV. APPLYING

1. Interested applicants are required to submit the following:

A. Offer form AID 309-2, “Offeror Information for Personal Services Contracts with https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far individuals,” available at https://www.usaid.gov/forms/aid-309-2

B. Cover Letter of not more than three (3) pages describing how the incumbent’s skills and experience fit the requirements of the position.

C. An up-to-date current CV/resume. The CV/resume must contain sufficient relevant information to evaluate the Offers in accordance with the stated evaluation criteria. Broad general statements that are vague or lacking specificity will not be considered as effectively addressing particular selection criteria. Complete dates (month/year) are also required on CV.

D. Applicants also must address the above Section: Evaluation and Selection Factors, in a

Summary Statement to be included in the Offers. This Summary Statement, limited to two (2) pages, must describe specifically and accurately what experience, training, education, and/or awards the applicant has received that are relevant to each selection factor above. The Summary

Statement must include the name of the applicant and the announcement number at the top of each page.

E. Applicants must provide a minimum of three (3) and a maximum of five (5) references within the last five years from the applicant’s professional life, namely individuals who are not family members or relatives. Three references must be from direct supervisors who can provide information regarding the applicant’s work knowledge and professional experience. Applicants must provide e-mail addresses and/or working telephone numbers for all references.

F. Copies of diplomas, certificates or relevant degrees may be included to corroborate the

CV/resume.

G. Applicants must provide their full mailing address with telephone, facsimile numbers (if available) and email address and should retain for their records copies of all enclosures that accompany their submission.

2. Applications must be submitted electronically via email to nairobipscjobs@usaid.gov by the closing date and time indicated above.

3. Offeror submissions must clearly reference the Solicitation number on all offeror submitted documents.

4. Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors - The Offeror will be required to show proof that the Offeror is fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on or before the first date of onboarding, or submit an approved reasonable accommodation to the CO. If the contractor does not meet this requirement the contract may be terminated.

* See Notice Regarding Any Court Order Affecting the Implementation of E.O. 14042 in Section VIII below.

V. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSC HIRES

Once the CO informs the successful offeror about being selected for a contract award, the CO will provide the successful Offeror instructions about how to complete and submit the following forms.

● Medical History and Examination (DS 1622 and/or DS 1843)

● Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85)

● Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306)

● Fingerprint Card(s)

VI. BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES

As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a USPSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances:

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1. BENEFITS:

(a) Employer’s FICA Contribution

(b) Contribution toward Health and Life Insurance

(c) Pay Comparability Adjustment

(d) Annual Increase (pending a satisfactory performance evaluation)

(e) Eligibility for Worker’s Compensation

(f) Annual and Sick Leave

2. ALLOWANCES:

Section numbers refer to rules from the Department of State Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign

Areas)

(a) Temporary Quarter Subsistence Allowance (Section 120)

(b) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130)

(c) Cost-of-Living Allowance (Chapter 210)

(d) Post Allowance (Section 220)

(e) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260)

(f) Education Allowance (Section 270)

(g) Education Travel (Section 280)

(h) Post Differential (Chapter 500)

(i) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600), and

(j) Danger Pay Allowance (Section 650)

VII. TAXES

USPSCs are required to pay Federal income taxes, FICA, Medicare and applicable State Income taxes.

VIII. USAID REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND CONTRACT CLAUSES PERTAINING TO PSCs

USAID regulations and policies governing USPSC awards are available at these sources:

1. USAID Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR), Appendix D, “Direct USAID Contracts with a U.S. citizen or a

U.S. Resident Alien for Personal Services Abroad,” including contract clauses “General Provisions,” found at: http://www.usaid.gov/policy/ads/300/aidar.pdf

2. Executive Order 14042 on Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Awards (Oct 2021)

PART 52—SOLICITATION PROVISIONS AND CONTRACT CLAUSES

Subpart 52.2—Text of Provisions and Clauses

52.223-99 Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors, Alternate 70.

ENSURING ADEQUATE COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS FOR FEDERAL CONTRACTORS (OCT

2021)-Alternate 70 (OCT 2021) (M/OAA-DEV-FAR22-01c)

(a) Definition. As used in this clause –

United States or its outlying areas means—

(1) The fifty States;

(2) The District of Columbia;

(3) The commonwealths of Puerto Rico and the Northern Mariana Islands;

(4) The territories of American Samoa, Guam, and the United States Virgin Islands; and (5) The minor outlying islands of Baker Island, Howland Island, Jarvis Island, Johnston Atoll, Kingman Reef, Midway

Islands, Navassa Island, Palmyra Atoll, and Wake Atoll.

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(b) Authority. This clause implements Executive Order 14042, Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors, dated September 9, 2021 (published in the Federal Register on September 14, 2021, 86 FR 50985).

(c) Personal Services Contracts with individuals. As a matter of policy, the contractor must comply with the

USAID’s guidance applicable to direct-hire federal employees.

(End of clause)

Notice Regarding Any Court Order Affecting the Implementation of E.O. 14042

USAID will take no action to enforce the clause (FAR 52.223-99) implementing the requirements of

Executive Order 14042, absent further written notice from USAID, where the place of performance identified in the contract is in a U.S. state or outlying area subject to a court order prohibiting the application of requirements pursuant to the Executive Order (hereinafter, “Excluded State or Outlying Area”). In all other circumstances, USAID will enforce the clause, except for contractor employees who perform substantial work on or in connection with a covered contract in an Excluded State or Outlying Area, or in a covered contractor workplace located in an Excluded State or Outlying Area. A current list of such Excluded States and Outlying Areas is maintained at https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

3. Contract Cover page form AID 309-1 available at https://www.usaid.gov/forms

LINE ITEM

0001 Base Period - Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct Costs (ODCs)

- Award Type: Labor Hour

- Product Service Code: R408

- Accounting Info: TBD at award after negotiations phase

0002 Option Period 1 - Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct Costs (ODCs)

- Award Type: Labor Hour

- Product Service Code: R408

- Accounting Info: TBD

4. Acquisition and Assistance Policy Directives/Contract Information Bulletins (AAPDs/CIBs): AAPDs/CIBs for Personal Services Contracts with Individuals available at https://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/aapds-cibs

AAPD 21-04- Executive Order 14042 on ensuring adequate COVID-19 Safety protocols for federal awards

(FAR Deviation No. M-OAA-DEV-FAR-22-01c)- October 12, 2021

- AAPD 21-01 - Applicability of FAR 4.21 to USAID personal services contracts with individuals under the

AIDAR Appendices D and J- March 26, 2021

- AAPD 18-02 REVISED - This AAPD extends and revises implementation of medevac regulations for

USPSCs and TCNPSCs under AIDAR Appendix D and J, § 12, clauses #25 in Appendix D, and #21 in

Appendix J. – December 18, 2019

- AAPD 10-01 – PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACTS- Changes in USG reimbursement amounts for health insurance and physical examination costs- 01/08/10

- AAPD 06-10- PSC Medical Expense Payment Responsibility – October 30, 2006

- AAPD 06-08 - AIDAR, APPENDICES D AND J: Using the optional schedule to incrementally fund contracts – June 23, 2006

5. Ethical Conduct. By the acceptance of a USAID personal services contract as an individual, the contractor will be acknowledging receipt of the “Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive

Branch,” available from the U.S. Office of Government Ethics, in accordance with General Provision 2 and 5 CFR 2635. See https://www.oge.gov/web/oge.nsf/OGE%20Regulations https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ https://www.usaid.gov/forms https://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/aapds-cibs https://www.oge.gov/web/oge.nsf/OGE%20Regulations

6. PSC Ombudsman

The PSC Ombudsman serves as a resource for any Personal Services Contractor who has entered into a contract with the United States Agency for International Development and is available to provide clarity on their specific contract with the agency. Please visit our page for additional information:

https://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/personal-service-contracts-ombudsman

The PSC Ombudsman may be contacted via: PSCOmbudsman@usaid.gov.

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