SOL-72061721R00004.pdf

SOLICITATION NUMBER: SOL-72061721R00004

ISSUANCE DATE: March 15, 2021

CLOSING DATE/TIME: April 14, 2021, 16:45 PM Kampala Time

Subject: Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor (USPSC)

Dear Prospective Offerors:

The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking offers from qualified persons to provide personal services under contract as described in this solicitation.

Offers must be in accordance with Attachment 1 of this solicitation. Incomplete or unsigned offers will not be considered. Offerors should retain copies of all offer materials for their records.

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 Attachment 1.

Sincerely, Sean Mendoza Supvy. Executive Officer

Solicitation 72061721R00004

ATTACHMENT 1

I. GENERAL INFORMATION

1. SOLICITATION NO.: SOL-72061721R00004

2. ISSUANCE DATE: March 15, 2021

3. CLOSING DATE/TIME FOR RECEIPT OF OFFERS: April 14, 2021, 4:45 PM Kampala Time

4. POINT OF CONTACT: Ms. Grace Nakaddu, gnakaddu@usaid.gov

5. POSITION TITLE: Supervisory Development Outreach and Communications (S/DOC).

6. MARKET VALUE: $93,907 - $122,077, equivalent to GS-14 Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value.

7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: The base period will be two years, estimated to start on or about June

2021. Based on Agency need, the Contracting Officer may exercise three one-year periods for the dates estimated as follows:

Base period June 2021 to June 2023 Option period 1 June 2023 to June 2024 Option period 2 June 2024 to June 2025 Option period 3 June 2025 to June 2026

8. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Kampala, Uganda with possible travel as stated in the Statement of Duties.

9. ELIGIBLE OFFERORS: United States (U.S.) Citizen or Resident Alien – offshore or resident in Uganda.

10. SECURITY LEVEL REQUIRED: The successful Offeror must obtain a U.S. Government

Employment Authorization-Facility Access.

11. STATEMENT OF DUTIES

General Statement of the Purpose of the Contract

USAID/Uganda is seeking a qualified individual to serve as the Supervisory Development Outreach and Communications (S/DOC). The S/DOC position is part of the Program Office at USAID/Uganda.

The S/DOC reports directly to the USAID/Uganda Supervisory Program Officer and works with Mission and Embassy leadership and staff to implement development, outreach, and communications efforts to increase awareness of USAID assistance programs in Uganda for a variety of audiences within and outside of Uganda.

S/he leads the Development Outreach and Communications team in Uganda, supervising one to two Cooperating Country National .

mailto:gnakaddu@usaid.gov

The S/DOC is an essential member of the Program Office, responsible for producing and disseminating public information about mission activities for Ugandan and American consumption and to educate and promote a better understanding of USAID/Uganda programs. In this capacity, the contractor is responsible for strategically planning, developing, implementing, and administering the DOC program to promote better awareness and understanding of U.S. foreign assistance to Uganda. S/he guides, coordinates, and oversees the Mission's communication practices and outreach efforts, helping to ensure that they reflect the U.S. Government's (USG) priorities and promote USAID's accomplishments to key audiences. S/he is also responsible for relaying related policies and achievements to key audiences of the host country, in the United States, and other countries.

The S/DOC liaises with the U.S. Embassy’s PAO to ensure consistency in U.S. Mission/Kampala public messaging, and strong coordination between USAID and other USG agencies providing assistance to Uganda.

The S/DOC also serves as a ‘translator’ of complex USAID processes (e.g. budget, procurement, project design, etc.) to the broader interagency audience to ensure the intricacies of those processes are conveyed to the final recipient, whether it is a journalist, the U.S. Ambassador to Uganda, or a visiting Congressional Delegation.

Washington-based offices requiring close contact and coordination include the Bureau for Legislative and Public Affairs (LPA). The S/DOC coordinates with other interagency and implementing partners.

BACKGROUND

USAID/Uganda is one of Africa Bureau's largest missions, with a multi-year portfolio valued at $1.5 billion. In Fiscal Year (FY) 2020, the Mission's program budget stood at $466 million including emergency assistance.

USAID/Uganda implements a programmatically-integrated Country Development Cooperation Strategy (CDCS) with the goal of accelerating Uganda’s systems to ensure inclusive education, health, and economic development. Uganda is a priority country for USAID across all global health initiatives, as well as Feed the Future and Power Africa. USAID implements programs to boost agricultural productivity, increase access to electricity, support financial inclusion, protect Uganda’s threatened biodiversity and wildlife, and bolster educational outcomes and democratic governance. USAID/Uganda directs most of its programs through cooperative agreements and contracts to a wide range of international and local non-governmental organizations.

USAID/Uganda’s Program Office provides broad guidance, analysis, and leadership in the formulation and management of USAID/Uganda’s overall development assistance program across all technical offices. The Program Office either leads, facilitates, or supports other offices in strategy and project/activity design, development, and implementation; regional integration and strategic partnership; monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL); public communications; programmatic budgeting; and a wide range of reporting to USAID/Washington. The office manages a $46 million MEL contract that has supported Mission communication efforts.

The S/DOC works closely with USAID/Uganda’s technical offices and implementing partners to develop and implement the Mission’s overall communication strategy. The S/DOC serves as the Mission’s primary liaison with the U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Office (PAO) to ensure coordination and collaboration on USAID public activities and projects. S/he will also serve as the USAID/Uganda’s principal liaison with USAID’s Bureau for Legislative and Public Affairs in Washington.

Statement of Duties to be Performed

The S/DOC will manage the full range of public information and outreach activities in support of USAID/Uganda’s programs and objectives, targeting information to specific audiences in both the U.S. and Uganda, in accordance with the Mission’s public strategy and evolving circumstances.

Specific duties include but are not limited to the following:

Supervisory and Coordination

Lead the Mission’s Development Outreach and Communications (DOC) team of one to two Foreign Service Nationals to ensure overall quality and coherence of the team’s communications and outreach products and initiatives.

Lead the development and implementation of the Mission’s communications strategy and outreach plan.

Represent the Mission at the senior level in all matters pertaining to public affairs and outreach activities with other branches of the USG, the Government of Uganda, implementing partners, other donor nations, the UN, World Bank and other groups or institutions.

Train USAID's technical staff in support of their public speaking and media outreach roles. Oversee the integration of communications in the activity design and implementation processes.

Serve as the senior advisor to Mission management regarding all public information, media relations, and outreach matters.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all USAID/Uganda activities and processes, as well as a keen awareness of political and policy issues.

Advise and train USAID staff and implementing partners on developing appropriate public information programs and initiatives.

Serve as a resident expert on USAID branding and style guidelines, ensuring regulations are followed by recommending revisions and appropriate application as outlined in ADS 320 and the Agency’s Graphic Standards Manual.

Oversee and provide regular trainings to USAID staff and implementing partners on the appropriate use of branding and marking; work closely with Contracting/Assistance Officer Representatives (C/AOR) to ensure adherence to branding in the field; and seek guidance from LPA on any disputes or waiver requests.

Coordinate with the PAO, U.S. Military, other USG agencies (e.g. CDC, USDA), and USAID implementing partners to achieve maximum exposure and understanding of U.S. development and humanitarian assistance efforts and initiatives in Uganda, as defined by the Chief of Mission and USAID Mission Director.

Establish and maintain contacts with donor representatives, implementing partners, and other USG agencies to collect information for reports.

Public Information and Publicity Materials

Coordinate information dissemination, media outreach, and public events within the Mission; with the Mission’s offices, units and technical staff; and with all non-USG organizations.

Oversee the drafting, editing, and dissemination of timely and accurate information, fact sheets, press releases, newsletters, brochures, presentations, responses for requests for information, and all other public information materials relating to USAID/Uganda’s activities. These must be written in clear, concise English, prepared with both the media and general audiences in mind, and designed for print, power points, and web use.

Oversee the preparation of submissions for USAID Medium, Exposure and other USAID public information platforms including the Administrator’s Blog, USAID Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and other new or emerging social media sites.

Oversee the use of social media platforms as an engagement tool with a focus on digital advocacy and outreach;

a social media strategy will be developed to align with the broader communications strategy.

Oversee the submission of all social media materials to PAO for posting on the U.S. Embassy Facebook and Twitter sites.

Manage the preparation and maintenance of an updated standard information package on the USAID program in Uganda for briefings and for distribution to the public and the media; and for USAID/W, LPA, State, Congress, etc.; including scene setters, program briefing papers, project status reports, maps, photos, information about other donors, and general information about Uganda.

Oversee the content and posting of Uganda specific English-language materials on the USAID website to ensure they are accurate and up-to-date. Work closely with LPA webmaster to ensure the Uganda specific pages are creative and informative.

Oversee the writing and distribution of press releases on program successes, project inaugurations, significant developments, etc. Follow up with media to encourage and support coverage of public events.

Coordinate with technical offices, Embassy’s PAO, and LPA to produce and release timely, accurate, and useful written information to local and international media.

Media and Public Relations

Promote strategic, pro-active, targeted, information and media outreach activities. These activities are specifically designed to push accurate information about USAID programs deep into local, regional and national markets, through the selective use of radio, television, newspapers, magazines, public service announcements, advertisements, billboards, and traditional communications. This necessitates a close and transparent relationship with Mission implementing partners’ communication and outreach staff.

Develop strategic communications campaigns utilizing effective media platforms to reach target audiences.

Oversee all international and local media relations. Work closely with PAO on press relations and maintain contacts with high-level Western and local journalists from all media outlets.

Advise and work with Embassy PAO to expand opportunities to keep media abreast of USAID/Uganda programs, including TV, radio and other media. This may include arranging interviews, briefings, media tours of USAID projects, etc.

Assess public opinion and awareness of USAID activities in Uganda through surveys, focus groups and/or other methods to inform communications activities and messages.

In collaboration with PAO, advise the Mission Director and USAID staff on press and media relations.

Ensure a targeted, coherent, and consistent message from all USAID staff and implementing partners.

Coordinate with Government of Uganda public relations offices, maintaining good relations and advising on working with Uganda and international media.

Coordinate with PAO to monitor local and international press coverage, awareness, and attitudes concerning USAID programs and monitor effectiveness of the communications strategy.

Provide feedback to inform ongoing activities and future programming.

As directed by the Mission Director, Deputy Director, and Supervisory Program Officer and in collaboration with PAO, respond to inquiries from the general public, media, and other sources about USAID programs and projects.

Publicity Events

Organize and coordinate press events for USAID projects in conjunction with the PAO, USAID Mission Director, USAID staff and implementing partners. This includes conferences, openings, ribbon-cuttings, and other ceremonies.

Write press releases, speeches, and talking points; organize background briefings for media; compile and disseminate press packets.

Submit all press releases and interview requests – in-house and those drafted by implementing partners – to PAO and LPA (when appropriate) for review and approval.

Write or edit Briefing Checklists (BCLs), scene setters, briefing materials and memorandums to the Ambassador or his/her deputies and USAID Front Office when participation in events is warranted.

Deal with protocol issues, site selection, staging, and logistical issues; identify and schedule speakers; liaise with U.S. and local government officials.

Provide on-site coordination of media; follow up with media to ensure coverage of public events. Manage the posting of all event information and materials to the Mission website.

Oversee the maintenance of a calendar of USAID program events and its distribution within USAID/Uganda, to Embassy stakeholders, and LPA in Washington.

Photograph and/or shoot video of USAID events for the USAID and Embassy websites and for USAID/Uganda’s archives.

Serve as the Mission’s primary point of contact for publicity events and site visits by official visitors from the U.S. Embassy, USAID/Washington, Congress, and other USG agencies or entities.

Coordinate VIP site visits as necessary. Coordinate with the Embassy on schedules and logistics. Lead the preparation of briefing materials, scene setters, and other information products and processes to support these visits.

Maintain a diverse list of potential site visit locations appropriate for a variety of CODEL, STAFFDEL, and other high-level visitors to USAID/Uganda, coordinating closely with partners in advance.

POSITION ELEMENTS

Supervision: The S/DOC will report to the Supervisory Program Officer (the Team Leader). Given the professional level of the S/DOC position, supervision is exercised in terms of broadly defined guidance and flexible instructions. The S/DOC is expected to take self-initiative in planning, executing and determining assignments that provide technically authoritative, expected results.

Supervision Exercised: This position is designated as a supervisory position with oversight of one to two Foreign Service Nationals. Given the highly specialized nature of the work, the contractor shall provide indirect supervision to USAID employees concerning their work products and activities which intersect with the DOC responsibilities including site or fact sheets, press releases, interview skills, and site preparations.

Post Entry Training: On-the-job training will be provided relating to USG-specific procedures, regulations, and methods. Appropriate training courses including E-training will be offered, subject to course offerings and the availability of funds. The contractor shall annually complete Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 450 form). The contractor shall attend mandatory annual Ethics training conducted at USAID/Uganda by the Regional Legal Advisor. The contractor may also be required to attend and successfully complete the mandatory Contracting/Agreement Officer Representative (COR/AOR) training, other USAID Acquisition and Assistance, project management, and implementation training as needed.

Available Guidelines: Foreign Affairs Manual (FAM), Foreign Affairs Regulations (FAR), Automated Directives System (ADS), Mission Orders, and Mission Notices. Judgment and ingenuity are required of the contractor to interpret the intent of policies, directives and guidelines in his/her field of expertise and s/he should have the ability and experience to develop applications and guidelines.

Exercise of Judgment: The contractor has wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment to accomplish work of outstanding difficulty and responsibility. Substantial reliance is placed on the contractor’s use of judgment concerning priority and effectiveness of public relations documentation and activities. Judgment and ingenuity are required not only to interpret the intent of guidance and to develop application/guidelines but also to make quick decisions in settings that require immediate development outreach communication action with crucial implications on U.S. interest and no U.S. senior officials present to consult. The contractor must react to and interpret changing circumstances in the local and international media and their effects on his/her work schedule and direct colleagues and subordinates to use effective means and skills on rescheduled work.

Authority to Make Commitments: None. S/DOC’s recommendations will lay the basis for making commitments and contribute to policy decisions made by the Mission management team. The contractor will, however, be required to head activities with no senior officials present that will require his/her expertise and leadership in such events as planning and coordinating partner workshops, donor conferences, project/program Press briefings, and conferences.

Nature, Level, and Purpose of Contacts: Personal senior level contacts are with the Mission Director, USAID officials, local professional and international media, U.S. Embassy personnel including the Ambassador, USAID/W Bureaus, staff of implementers and institutional contractors’ Chief of Party, local community leaders, as well as key host country officials and counterparts. Through effective development outreach communication actions, the contractor must be skillful in determining the appropriate approach in working with senior professional contacts for the purposes of negotiating, persuading and gaining favorable impressions for USG activities, as well as acquiring support and rapport for U.S. projects and progress.

Sunday Pay: Sunday pay is not authorized under this contract.

Support Items: The contractor will be provided with the support services, equipment, and supplies necessary to perform the work.

Information Systems and Information Security: The contractor is responsible for operating USAID information systems and information security to a level of “Individual Accountability”, “Need to Know” and “Separation of Duties" as defined in ADS 545.6 and also below:

Individual Accountability - The principle requiring that individual users be held accountable for their actions, after being notified of the Rules of Behavior in the use of the system, and the penalties associated with violations of those rules. (Source: NIST SP 800-18) (Chapter 545)

Need to Know - The need for specific information not normally available without justification and authorization prior to the release of the information in question. (Chapter 545).

Separation of Duties - A requirement that two or more individuals are needed to complete a process. This ensures that no single individual has complete control over process execution. (Chapter 545).

This "compartmentalizes" the independent actions, and decreases an individual's ability to perform multiple actions or to complete the entire process, which may result in a security breach.

12. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work requested does not involve undue physical demands.

II. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION

To ensure compliance with the entire set of this solicitation instructions (please see page 9 to 13 – III. EVALUATION AND SELECTION FACTORS and IV. SUBMITTING AN OFFER sections), the offer package must be complete and signed–where indicated - and offerors must include in their offers information to demonstrate that they:

(1) have attained the required education level; and

(2) meet the experience requirements, etc.

USAID/Uganda expects to award a personal services contract for a resident hire U.S. citizen, or U.S. Resident Alien for a two year period. Based on Agency need, the Contracting Officer may exercise three one-year contract extension periods.

The successful Offeror must be capable of securing a U.S. Government Employment Authorization – Facility Access. S/he must be able to secure a medical clearance to serve in Uganda.

In order to be considered for the position, an offeror must meet the Minimum Qualifications listed below.

Consideration and selection will be based on a panel evaluation of the Evaluation Factors.

Offerors meeting the required qualifications for the position will be evaluated based on the information/ documentation presented in the offer.

Additionally, interviews and writing samples may be requested only from the top scoring offerors. Please note that not all offerors will be interviewed or contacted.

USAID reserves the right to conduct telephonic interviews with the highest-ranked offerors and make the interview a deciding factor in selection.

USAID reserves the right to contact previous employers for relevant information concerning performance and may consider such information in its evaluation. Reference checks may be conducted on those offerors selected for an interview. The offeror’s references must be able to provide substantive information about his/her past performance and abilities.

USAID will not pay for any expenses associated with the interviews unless expenses are pre-authorized.

Required professional qualifications include the following and offerors must address all the elements as part of their offer in response to this PSC solicitation.

A. EDUCATION

Master’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations or affairs, international relations, international development, public administration, development/area studies, social studies, or another related field required. In lieu of a master’s degree, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and equivalent years of related work experience.

B. PRIOR WORK EXPERIENCE

With a master’s degree, eight to 10 years’ experience as a journalist, in public affairs or international relations is required. Plus, at least five years’ relevant experience in a developing country. Relevant experience is defined as work in journalism, public relations, communications, and/or outreach.

Or

With a bachelor’s degree, 15 years’ experience as a journalist, in public affairs or international relations is required. Plus, at least five years’ relevant experience in a developing country. Relevant experience is defined as work in journalism, public relations, communications, and/or outreach.

C. SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrated ability to exercise sound, independent, professional judgment;

Excellent organizational and critical thinking skills;

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to translate highly technical material into easy to understand narrative;

Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence relationships positively;

Superior project management skills and the ability to take initiative working with the direction of management;

Must be able to take ownership of projects, creatively problem solve and see through to completion;

Strong and demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of public relations, media relations, and journalistic writing and reporting techniques;

Knowledge of technical aspects involved in the production of different public outreach activities, such as production of televised programs;

Superior levels of professionalism while working under pressure in a fast-paced and sometimes difficult or dangerous environment;

Willingness to assume duties and responsibilities in all communications areas, as needed;

Strong, working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Internet applications;

Familiarity using a digital camera and videotaping equipment.

D. LANGUAGE, COMMUNICATION, AND COMPUTER SKILLS

The candidate must be fluent in both spoken and written English.

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.

Offers will be initially screened for compliance with the solicitation instructions and eligibility in accordance with the selection criteria below.

To ensure compliance with the entire set of this solicitation instructions (please see page 8 – 9 IV. SUBMITTING AN OFFER section), the offer package must be complete and signed–where indicated -and offerors must include in their offers information to demonstrate that they have attained the required education level and meet the experience requirements, etc.

Offerors will be evaluated and ranked based on the information provided for the five Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) that must be addressed as required in the supplemental document – Item IV – Submitting an Offer 1 (D).

Offerors must, therefore, address each of the four Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) in their offer. Top-ranked Offerors who meet the minimum qualification will be invited for an interview and given a written evaluation.

Management may consider the following when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.

The four Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) that must be addressed as required in the supplemental document – Item IV – Submitting an Offer 1 (D) are:

1. Technical knowledge/Work Experience (40 points)

With a master’s degree, eight to 10 years’ experience as a journalist, in public affairs or international relations is required. Plus, at least five years’ relevant experience in a developing country. Relevant experience is defined as work in journalism, public relations, communications, and/or outreach.

Or

With a bachelor’s degree, 15 years’ experience as a journalist, in public affairs or international relations is required. Plus, at least five years’ relevant experience in a developing country. Relevant experience is defined as work in journalism, public relations, communications, and/or outreach.

Experience supervising staff and workflows, working as a team member, and providing leadership in the areas of his/her competencies;

Demonstrated success in developing and disseminating information to a variety of target audiences;

Demonstrated success in designing and implementing effective public relations/communications campaigns targeted at specific audiences as well as the general public;

Demonstrated ability to craft information messages in various media formats (press releases, web sites, stories, etc.) targeting a variety of audiences;

Evidence of broad understanding of issues related to international development and transition economies;

Extensive writing and editing experience;

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain collegial relations with press and media contacts and exercise sound judgment in representing the USG while discussing program activities with the press and media;

Broad operational planning experience, analytical ability, and the capacity to convert planning concepts into firm plans to meet a variety of contingencies;

Previous work experience with the USG or another international development organization in an overseas context is highly desirable.

2. Communication Skills/Group Dynamics (30 points)

Offeror must provide evidence and examples of:

Effective team leadership skills and the ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team;

Ability to make cogent arguments clearly and succinctly in written and oral presentations;

Initiative and proactive engagement with colleagues to complete assigned tasks in accordance with agreed timetables;

Ability to work independently, managing several activities at once, and to work under pressure to meet very short deadlines;

Evidence of outstanding coordination and organizational skills.

3. Writing Skills (20 points)

Offeror must provide at least two writing samples with their offer. The samples should be 350 to 1,500 words (preferably 750-1,000 words). They can be excerpts from larger articles or papers, and do not have to concern development or be written specifically for this solicitation. The samples should demonstrate the Offeror’s ability to clearly and lucidly communicate complex ideas to the public. The samples must be by the Offeror, co-written articles are not accepted.

4. Education and Training (10 points)

Master’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations or affairs, international relations, international development, public administration, development/area studies, social studies, or another related field required. In lieu of a master’s degree, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and equivalent years of related work experience.

Training in one or more of the following areas: development outreach and communications, writing, journalism, website content management, presentation skills, or other areas that are relevant to the detailed duties and responsibilities outlined in Section III of the solicitation.

Extensive experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Excel. Familiarity with the Adobe Suite, particularly using Adobe Photoshop. Experience with Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, and RSS feeds.

Familiarity with digital camera and videotaping equipment.

Total Possible Points: 100

Technical knowledge/Work Experience - 40 points Communication Skills/Group Dynamics - 30 points Writing Skills - 20 points Education and Training - 10 points

Satisfactory Professional Reference Checks – Pass/Fail

Total Possible Points: 100 Evaluation Factor Total – 100 points, and Pass for Reference Checks

Offerors invited to an interview and/or written test will be evaluated based upon the same criteria described above. In addition, offerors determined to be competitively ranked may also be evaluated on interview performance, written evaluations and/or satisfactory professional reference checks.

A writing exercise or sample is requested and will also be included in the overall evaluation process.

USAID/Uganda will not reimburse expenses associated with the Offer and evaluation process (e.g.

interviews, writing samples, writing tests).

IV. SUBMITTING AN OFFER

1. Eligible offerors are required to complete and submit:

A. A hand signed offer form AID 309-2, “Offeror Information for Personal Services Contracts with Individuals,” available at: http://www.usaid.gov/forms;

B. Cover letter clearly indicating the position for which you are applying;

C. Curriculum vitae/resume specifically which MUST include:

(i) Paid and non-paid experience, job title, location(s), dates held (month/year) and hours worked per week for each position;

-- Dates (month/year) and locations for all international field experience must also be detailed;

-- Any experience that does not include dates (month/year), location, and hours per week will not be counted towards meeting the solicitation requirements.

(ii) Specific duties performed that fully detail the level and complexity of the work.

(iii) Names and contact information (phone and email) of your current and/or previous supervisor(s).

(iv) Education and any other qualifications including job-related training courses, job-related skills, or job-related honors, awards or accomplishments.

D. Supplemental [separate] document specifically addressing each QRF as outlined in the solicitation.

E. United States (U.S.) citizens and Resident Alien (currently resident in Uganda) must attach a copy of a valid work permit.

F. At least two writing samples. The samples should be 350 to 1,500 words (preferably 750-1,000 words). They can be excerpts from larger articles or papers, and do not have to concern development or be written specifically for this solicitation. The samples should demonstrate the Offeror’s ability to clearly and lucidly communicate complex ideas to the public. The samples must be by the Offeror, co-written articles are not accepted.

2. Offers must be received by the closing date and time specified in Section I, item 3, and submitted by email to gnakaddu@usaid.gov copy to cnatividad@usaid.gov.

No other form of submission will be permitted (e.g. courier, fax or hand delivery). The US Government will not be responsible for incomplete/corrupted or missing information in electronic submissions and these applications may not be accepted. USAID will only confirm receipt and print out the electronic submission. USAID will not ensure quality or completeness of electronic files attached to the e-mails. The Offeror assumes all risk related to an electronic submission. Late offers or delayed electronic submissions will not be accepted.

3. Offeror submissions must clearly reference the number of this Solicitation to ensure the offer is for the position in this Solicitation.

V. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS PRIOR TO AWARD

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.

1. Medical Form (DS Form 6561)

2. EQIP Questionnaire for Sensitive Positions (for National Security (SF-86) or

3. EQIP Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85)

4. EQIP Signature Forms (3-CER, REL, MEL)

5. Finger-print Card (FD-258) (available from requirements office)

6. AID 6-85 (Foreign Residence Data)

VI. BENEFITS/ALLOWANCES

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

1. BENEFITS:

a) Employer's FICA Contribution

b) Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance

c) Pay Comparability Adjustment

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

e) Eligibility for Worker's Compensation

f) Annual and Sick Leave mailto:gnakaddu@usaid.gov mailto:cnatividad@usaid.gov

2. ALLOWANCES:

Section numbers refer to rules from the Department of State Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas), available at https://aoprals.state.gov/content.asp?content_id=282&menu_id=101

a) Temporary Lodging Allowance (Section 120)

b) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130)

c) Post Allowance (Section 220)

d) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230)

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)

VII. TAXES

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

TCNPSC tax requirements per AIDAR Appendix J.

VIII. USAID REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND CONTRACT CLAUSES PERTAINING

TO PSCs

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

1. USAID Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR), Appendix D and J including contract clause “General Provisions,” available at: https://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf .

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

LINE ITEMS

ITEM NO

(A)

SUPPLIES/SERVICES (DESCRIPTION)

(B)

QUANTITY

(C)

UNIT

(D)

UNIT

PRICE

(E)

AMOUNT

(F)

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

- Award Type: Cost

- Product Service Code: R497

- Accounting Info:

BBFY:GH-H/2020/2024

APPRO: 72-1920/241031

DOAG: 617-DO1-RES-20-PO.2-02-HIV-AO

1 LOT USD TBD USD TBD at Award after negotiations with Contractor

1001 Option Period 1 – Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct Costs (ODCs)

- Award Type: Cost

- Product Service Code: R497

- Accounting Info:

BBFY:GH-H/2020/2024

APPRO: 72-1920/241031

DOAG: 617-DO1-RES-20-PO.2-02-HIV-AO

1 LOT USD TBD USD TBD at Award after negotiations with Contractor http://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf http://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf http://www.usaid.gov/sites/default/files/documents/1868/aidar_0.pdf http://www.usaid.gov/forms

2001 Option Period 2 – Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct Costs (ODCs)

- Award Type: Cost

- Product Service Code: R497

- Accounting Info:

BBFY:GH-H/2020/2024

APPRO: 72-1920/241031

DOAG: 617-DO1-RES-20-PO.2-02-HIV-AO

1 LOT USD TBD USD TBD at Award after negotiations with Contractor

3001 Option Period 3 – Compensation, Fringe Benefits and Other Direct Costs (ODCs)

- Award Type: Cost

- Product Service Code: R497

- Accounting Info:

BBFY:GH-H/2020/2024

APPRO: 72-1920/241031

DOAG: 617-DO1-RES-20-PO.2-02-HIV-AO

1 LOT USD TBD USD TBD at Award after negotiations with Contractor

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

AAPD/CIB No. Title/Issued Date Subject Category

AAPD 18-02

REVISED

(PDF 96K)

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

Personal Services Contracts

AAPD 10-01

(PDF 47 kb)

PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACTS -- CHANGES IN

USG REIMBURSEMENT AMOUNTS FOR HEALTH

INSURANCE AND PHYSICAL EXAMINATION

COSTS – 01/08/10

Personal Services Contracts

AAPD 06-10

(PDF 80 kb)

PSC MEDICAL EXPENSE PAYMENT

RESPONSIBILITY – October 30, 2006

Personal Services Contracts

4. 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 .

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