Solicitation_Text_US_TCN_PSC_March_2015.pdf

March 16, 2015

SOLICITATION NUMBER: SOL-660-15-000009

ISSUANCE DATE: March 16, 2015

CLOSING DATE/TIME: April 13, 2015, 17:00 Kinshasa, DRC Time

SUBJECT: Solicitation for Personal Services Contractor (USPSC/TCN) Senior Acquisition & Assistance, USAID/DRC

Ladies/Gentlemen:

The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications from qualified U.S. Citizens or Third Country Nationals interested in providing PSC services as described in the attached solicitation. Submittals shall be in accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified.

Interested applicants must submit:

(i) Most current curriculum vitae or resume with cover letter;

(ii) Completed, hand-signed form OF 612;

(iii) Three references, who are not family members or relatives, with telephone and email contacts;

(iv) Biographical Data Sheet – Form AID 1420.

The CV/resume must contain sufficient relevant information to evaluate the application in accordance with stated evaluation criteria. The applicant’s references must be able to provide substantive information about his/her past performance and abilities. USAID/DRC reserves the right to obtain from previous employers relevant information concerning the applicant’s past performance and may consider such information in its evaluation.

Applicants must be available to start work o/a mid-June of 2015. This availability shall be indicated on the OF-612 , which must be signed; those submitted unsigned will be rejected. Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures that accompany their submissions.

Applications shall be submitted by email by the closing date and time. Late applications shall not be considered and will be handled in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) 15.412.

USAID/DRC anticipates awarding one (1) Personal Services Contract as a result of this solicitation. This solicitation in no way obligates USAID to award a PSC contract, nor does it commit USAID to pay any costs incurred in the preparation and submission of the application.

Application packages may be submitted via e-mail to: usaidhrkinshasa@usaid.gov with a copy to Sandra Kiyanga (skiyanga@usaid.gov) and Kevin T. Sarsok (ksarsok@usaid.gov). Please quote the number and position title of this solicitation on the subject line of your email application.

Sincerely, Kevin T. Sarsok Executive Officer

USAID/DRC

mailto:usaidhrkinshasa@usaid.gov mailto:skiyanga@usaid.gov mailto:ksarsok@usaid.gov

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ATTACHMENT TO POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Solicitation for United States/Third Country Personal Service Contractor (US/TCN PSC) for USAID/DRC Senior Acquisition & Assistance Specialist

ISSUANCE DATE: March 16, 2015 CLOSING DATE/TIME: April 6, 2015, 5.00 pm Eastern Standard time:

POSITION TITLE: Senior Acquisition and Assistance Specialist MARKET VALUE: GS-13/14 ($ 71,674 to $110,104) PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: A base of 2 years from the date of appointment with an option of one year extension options up to a maximum of 5 years subject to the availability of funds PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: USAID/DRC Kinshasa SECURITY ACCESS: Facilities Access AREA OF CONSIDERATION: United States (US) or Third Country National (TCN) Personal Services

Contractor (PSC)

SECTION I: BACKGROUND

The USAID Mission to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is located in the DRC's capital city, Kinshasa. The DRC is a strategic priority for U.S. foreign assistance due to its size, location, and role in the region. Despite its tremendous economic potential, the DRC is among the world's poorest and least developed countries. Pervasive corruption, historical political instability, and a lack of infrastructure severely limit both domestic and foreign investment. The country held its second presidential and parliamentary elections in November 2011, the outcome of which was deemed as deeply flawed and has further weakened the legitimacy of the state. Foreign and domestic militias continue to occupy territory in eastern DRC and are responsible for widespread human rights abuses and an ongoing epidemic of sexual and gender-based violence. USAID/DRC is responsible for the development and management of the U.S. Government's foreign assistance program focused on promoting peace and security, strengthening of democratic institutions, improving health and education status, supporting economic growth and providing humanitarian assistance.

USAID/DRC implements most of its programs in health, democracy and governance, education, peace and stability, and agriculture/food security through grants to international organizations, such as UNICEF, and international non-governmental organizations (NGOs). The USAIDFY 2014 Foreign Assistance Budget was $350 million, with humanitarian assistance accounting for $123 million. Programs include stabilization and conflict mitigation, democracy and governance, health, education, social protection, economic growth, food security, and humanitarian assistance. USAID/DRC also manages the six-country Central Africa Regional Program for the Environment (CARPE), with a separate budget of $21.9 million in FY 2014.

The Mission is staffed with 39 U.S. Direct Hires (USDH); 13 U.S. Personal Service Contractors (USPSC), Third Country Nationals (TCNPSC), and U.S. Fellows; and 60 Foreign Service Nationals (FSN).

Employees may bring family members, including minor dependents, to the DRC. In country travel may be required by the USDH, USPSC, and FSN staff members to provide the oversight and management support for programs and administrative operations over this huge country, the size of the U.S. east of the Mississippi.

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SECTION II: INTRODUCTION

This position is located in USAID/DRC-Kinshasa. The primary purpose of this position is to provide contracting guidance and support USAID/DRC’s large and strategically important portfolio. These responsibilities include providing support on all aspects of contract management relating to and affecting the Mission-funded USAID’s acquisition and assistance programs, including providing policy guidance, project planning, project design, and implementation and evaluation of programs. The selected applicant (PSC) will report to the USAID/DRC Supervisory Contracting Officer on all A&A matters or other officer as designated by the Mission.

This position will manage and administer procurements in support of the Mission-funded programs. The PSC will be responsible for planning, developing, carrying out, managing, and advising on all aspects of procurement and contract management relating to and affecting USAID’s acquisition and assistance programs, policy, and project planning, design, implementation, and evaluation in the region. In addition to pre- and post-award acquisition functions, the PSC will participate in mission policy formulation and project design. The PSC will develop and execute procurement plans and provide contract management support to achieve program objectives.

Given the sensitivity, scope, and purpose of the role and the position of the PSC and the critical nature and complexity of the Mission programs that are being implemented in a very fluid political environment, it is essential that the PSC be able to function as an expert in all technical areas of the assignment. The PSC must fulfill the position responsibilities with the complete confidence of the Supervisory CO/AO in the PSC’s understanding of the assignment and ability to integrate issues, conflicts, continually changing working requirements, creative problem solving, and the introduction of new theories and methods to resolve unique problems.

The PSC will be responsible for the direct training of multiple FSN Acquisition and Assistance (A&A) staff working on the assigned portfolios. The PSC will be responsible for training, mentoring, and development of both the FSN A&A staff as well as junior level staff from across all Mission offices as a necessary part of the assignment.

SECTION III: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Authority to Make Commitments: The PSC will have no authority to make commitments on behalf of the US Government. The PSC will prepare documents (with written supporting determinations and recommendation) for the Supervisory Contracting/Agreement Officer (CO/AO) and other Mission warranted CO/AOs as directed.

The selected PSC will provide technical competence and leadership support to the OAA office and the Mission in the following ways:

1. The PSC will provide technical assistance to the Mission offices in the execution of program/project-funded contracts, cooperative agreements, grants, and USG Agreements, including providing staff support on all aspects of procurement and contract management relating to and affecting USAID’s acquisition and assistance programs;

project planning, design, implementation, and evaluation; and participating in project and mission policy formulation, project design resource assessments, sector analyses, and other studies. The PSC will serve as a primary contractual advisor to a number of programs and projects in the Mission. The PSC will prepare and negotiate modifications of basic contractual text, terms and conditions, specifications, scopes of work, program descriptions, and costs in the full range of award instruments. The PSC will plan for and provide procurement and contract management support to accomplish program objectives, and provide proper and timely administration of all assigned Acquisition and Assistance awards, to include clarifications and interpretations of directive correspondence, and other miscellaneous administrative modifications to procurement instruments.

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The PSC will seek resolution and settlement of contract disputes, termination and settlement of procurement instruments, close outs, and reporting of contractor performance. The PSC will compose and prepare all manner of contractual correspondence.

2. The majority of the PSC’s responsibilities will be in direct contracting and administration of complex project activities. The PSC’s responsibilities will encompass the negotiation up to award, and administration of both assistance and acquisition type instruments to accomplish development goals. Specifically, in all cases the PSC will prepare pre-award documents, conduct negotiations, and prepare award documents and award file documentation. The PSC must be available for consultation on contracting issues with Mission technical staff, US Embassy staff, government officials, implementing partners, and others, as required. This effort requires extensive knowledge of Federal (FAR) and USAID (AIDAR) acquisition regulations, and the associated governing guidance (e.g., the CFR, FAM, and FTR) for all types of procurements.

3. In addition to the execution of contracts and modifications as identified above, the PSC will also research issues contained in, and draft responses to, items of correspondence as assigned. Examples include, but are not limited to: subcontract consent requests, salary approvals, equipment approvals, etc., on a wide variety of contract and assistance awards.

4. The PSC will serve as a senior and trusted policy and technical advisor to the Mission and to Supervisory Contracting Officer on all manner of Acquisition and Assistance issues; and will speak for the Supervisor on technical Acquisition and Assistance matters as required.

5. The PSC will participate as assigned working with all A&A staff, which includes multiple FSN Acquisition and Assistance professionals who have recently been hired. He/She will train A&A staff on all aspects of acquisition and assistance procedures, policy, and document formation. The PSC will be required to assist in creating a supportive work environment that values diversity, and elicits the highest possible level of performance from the assigned Office of Acquisition and Assistance staff; set clear individual and team work objectives; ensure that the staff carry out those assignments; and, as required, evaluate staff performance, formally through ongoing feedback.

SECTION IV: OTHER SIGNIFICANT NOTES

1. A&A Supervision Received:

The PSC will receive supervision, policy direction, and guidance from the Supervisory Contracting Officer, or his/her designee on A&A matters and work assignments.

2. Supervision Exercised:

The PSC will work closely with multiple FSN Acquisition Specialists and be responsible for their on-the-job training. The PSC will not have direct supervisory responsibilities over any FSN staff. S/he will be evaluated not only on the quality of his/her own work products, but on the progress and performance of the FSNs under his/her tutelage.

3. Supervisory Controls:

Overall management of the Mission OAA unit is in a collaborative team environment, with the PSC participating fully in the process. Specific work plans and anticipated results are developed in consultation with the OAA Team. The PSC performs many assignments independently, providing leadership to others involved in the management of the OAA portfolio, and in the development, design, and drafting of the acquisition instruments.

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The PSC is expected to exercise considerable independent judgment and initiative. The work is reviewed in terms of achievement of established milestones, and the appropriateness of program/project activity focus.

4. Limited Post Entry Training:

The PSC is expected to be an expert in the field of USG acquisition and assistance procedures. If required, USAID specific (limited: i.e., GLAAS) training may be offered. A virtual (via internet) training may be offered.

Additional training to maintain mandatory FAC-C certification will be offered.

5. Physical Demands:

The primary location of work will be at the USAID office in Kinshasa, DRC. Work in the office is expected to be mostly sedentary. Secondary locations will include implementing partner offices, project site field locations, the location of program beneficiaries in rural and in urban areas, government departments and offices, the offices of bi- and multi-lateral donors and NGOs, and attendance at conferences and training. The PSC may also face a heavy workload and have to travel in-country.

6. Representative Duties: None required.

7. Travel:

The PSC may be required to travel within DRC to visit field sites and regional USG offices. Currently such travel is infrequent but would be expected to increase as the Mission increases its OAA staffing.

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SECTION V: ELIGIBILITY TO BE CONSIDERED REQUIREMETS

Each application submitted must include the below Table completed (Applicant to check-mark “YES” or “NO” as appropriate - simply print the page, complete and attach to your application):

Applicant’s Name: _________________________ (required)

Requirement to be Considered Applicant Certifies Having Met this Requirement

YES NO

1. Write-in: U.S. citizen/U.S. Resident Alien or TCN in “YES” block to the right if/as applicable. If none of the above applies to you, you must check-mark “NO”

2. Bachelor’s degree (see Footnotes 3 & 4 below) or relevant work experience equivalent (OFPP policy letter 05-01 dated April 15th 2005

3. Immediate previous (10) years (or more) of Acquisition and Assistance experience with the U.S.

government in complex pre-award, award and post-award responsibilities.

4. Minimum FAC-C Level I certification in FAITAS or equivalent

5. Commitment to assume position within 45 days of appointment. Note: deployment date is subject to selected individual obtaining medical clearances which are independent of USAID processes.

6. Applicant must possess Level IV (fluent) spoken and written English. Poorly written applications will indicate lack of fluency in English and be rejected.

7. If Applicant is a TCN or U.S. Resident Alien, passport must be valid for the entire period of the contract.

Notes:

1. Applicant submitting application certifies that all information is true and accurate.

2. If answer to any of the above questions is NO”, you are NOT eligible to be considered for the position and should not submit an application. If submitted, it will not be evaluated.

3. Each criteria (above) must be fully-met on the date showing on the signed application by the Applicant for the application to be considered.

4. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of a four-year U.S. university degree (equivalency accreditation if a non-U.S.

institution) in accounting, law, business, finance, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods or organization and management. 7 years of directly relevant senior level procurement experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.

5. FSI (Foreign Service Institute): a language training institute within Department of State (DoS). USAID will consider language training at a comparable to the DoS FSI institution specializing in the foreign language training.

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SECTION VI: REQUIREMENTS

Candidates for the program must address all elements of section VI as part of their offer in response to the PSC solicitation.

In selecting contracting specialists the appointing official shall consider the complexity and dollar value of the acquisitions to be assigned and the candidate’s experience, training, education, business acumen, judgment, character, and reputation. (FAR subpart 1.603-2).

Ethics and trustworthiness considerations will receive particular scrutiny throughout the Program.

Past performance references as required under part B. Training, and any other sources deemed appropriate, will be reviewed for any signs of potential risks or cautions that might be detrimental to the responsibilities inherent to this Program. Such risks or cautions may result in disqualification for purposes of being appointed a contracting specialist.

A. Education

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a four-year U.S. university degree (equivalency accreditation if a non- U.S. institution) in accounting, law, business, finance, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management is required. In accordance with OFPP Policy Letter 05-01 dated April 15, 2005 and State Department pilot programs, directly relevant work experience may substitute for a degree at the discretion of USAID.

B. Training

Applicants must demonstrate that they have completed the following training requirements:

1. All FAC-C Level I training courses offered by the Federal Acquisition Institute (www.fai.gov) or equivalent;

2. The following Agency specific courses:

Competition in Contracting Act (CICA);

Personal Services Contracts (PSC) Seminar;

Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) (40 hours);

Assistance Course; and

Commercial Items (Two Courses):

● CLC 020 (on-line) – Commercial Item Determination;

● CLC 131 (on-line) – Commercial Item Pricing.

In addition to the requirements listed above, all contracting specialists are required to obtain 80 Continuous Learning Points (CLP) every two years – one CLP being equivalent to one hour. CLPs must be in the disciplines listed in part A. Education, and may include the following courses:

Construction Contracting;

Negotiation;

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CON 090 – Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Fundamentals;

Firm-Fixed-Price Contracts;

Performance-Based Acquisition;

Financial Management;

Claims;

Disputes and Terminations;

Programming Foreign Assistance (PFA);

Contract Types;

Agency Risk Management Seminar; or

A&A 104- Acquisition and Assistance Management for COTRs/AOTRs.

C. Experience in Direct U.S. Federal Government Contracting

Applicants must have a minimum of ten (10) years of Acquisition and Assistance experience with the U.S.

government in complex pre-award, award, and post-award responsibilities.

D. A&A Competency Requirements:

Applicants must demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following A&A competencies:

1. Knowledge of FAR, USAID (AIDAR and ADS) A&A regulations, and agency-specific policies and procedures;

2. Knowledge of contract types and possession of requisite skills for complex A&A assignments (e.g.

task orders, construction, commercial items, cooperative agreements etc);

3. Analytical skills to review a statement of work (or program description) for contractibility, consistency, readability and completeness;

4. Ability to prepare solicitations and review and assist in the development of Section L and M evaluation criteria;

5. Communication skills sufficient to present information to A&A staff and other Mission (non-procurement) personnel;

6. Organizational/time management skills to independently perform work on multiple ongoing actions, enabling all to move forward to completion;

7. Interpersonal skills;

8. Writing and computer skills in MS Word and Excel spreadsheets; and

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9. Leadership and supervisory management skills.

SECTION VII: INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE APPLICATION PACKAGE

Applicants are required to submit all material evidencing compliance with the section VI which must contain the following:

A. A candidate must document how s/he meets the requirements in section VI of the solicitation (Program requirements);

B. A completed past performance reference check list (Attachment 1) from the candidate’s last three supervisory contracting officers or equivalent. Once completed, the checklist must be submitted directly to the mission by the previous supervisor, not by the applicant;

C. College transcripts and copy of degree (s) for all academic levels (with equivalency accreditation if non- U.S. institution); In the case where an applicant is submitting relevant work experience to lieu of a degree, references will be contacted to confirm the work experience and relevance of the work performed.

D. Training certificates for the courses listed in VI B;

E. Resume/written statement describing the candidate’s accomplishments and capabilities related to the candidates qualifications. This must include the reasons for pursuing a fully warranted CO/AO position, along with experiences that support his or her readiness to embark on this commitment (see section VI);

and

SECTION VIII: OTHER POSITION ELEMENTS

1. Logistical Support:

USAID/DRC shall provide office space, and telephone/fax/e-mail (for communication with USAID officials and others in support of program objectives) as well as travel, furnished housing, residential maintenance, security, and transportation for official purposes.

2. Security and Medical Clearance:

The position is open to eligible and qualified U.S. Citizens and U.S. resident alien and/or qualified TCN (subject to USAID verification of the individual’s TCN-status). The position does not require formal security clearance and the mission will not later modify the PSC to require a security clearance. The mission will provide facilities access in line with laid down USG procedures. The selected Applicant must be able to obtain appropriate Medical Clearance from STATE/MED (TCN must obtain appropriate statement from his/her physician). The selected Applicant must obtain these clearances prior to receiving a contract. All eligible accompanying dependents must also obtain Medical Clearances prior to departure for Post.

3. Federal Taxes:

USPSCs are not exempt from payment of any Federal Income Taxes under the foreign earned income exclusion.

USPSCs are required to pay Federal Income Taxes, FICA, and Medicare. A TCN is responsible to comply with their home country and the host country laws relevant to income earned.

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4. Benefits and Allowances:

As a matter of policy however, and as appropriate, a PSC recruited off-shore is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances:

Benefits:

(1) Employer's FICA and Medicare Contribution*

(2) Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance

(3) Pay Comparability Adjustment

(4) Eligibility for Worker's Compensation

(5) Annual & Sick Leave

(6) Shipment and storage of household effects [limited shipment authorized at present]

(7) Access to Embassy medical facilities, and pouch mail service

* Note: The Contractor’s salary will be subject to employee’s FICA and Medicare contribution.

Allowances: [if applicable, as found in the Standardized Regulations (Government Civilian Foreign Areas) Sections cited below]

(1) Temporary Lodging Allowance (Section 120)

(2) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130)

(3) Post Allowance (Section 220)

(4) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230)

(5) Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260)

(6) Educational Allowance (Section 270)

(7) Educational Travel (Section 280)

(8) Post Differential (Chapter 500)

(9) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600)

(10) Danger Pay (Section 650)

5. USAID Policy Applicable to USPSC:

Applicable policy can be found in: http://www.usaid.gov/business/business_opportunities/cib/subject.html#psc

6. Travel to Post:

The selected Applicant must be ready and willing to travel to the Post reasonably soon (within no more than a month) after obtaining U.S. Department of State Medical Office’s or from their home doctor in the case of a TCN.

The contract is automatically null and void if Applicant accepted the job offer but has not submitted properly completed Medical forms in a timely manner, as instructed or is not available to travel to Post for personal reasons. At its sole option, USAID may consider granting limited extension. If mutually acceptable travel to post date cannot be agreed, USAID retains the option to withdraw offer of employment and to instead consider another Applicant.

Proper USAID/DRC Mission contacts to make air travel, personal items/vehicle shipment (as applicable) will be provided to PSC.

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7. USAID reserves the right to cancel:

USAID reserves the right to cancel this Solicitation or not to award contract and is not responsible for reimbursement of any application submission expenses.

SECTION IX: SELECTION CRITERIA

The selection of PSC will be based on the following selection criteria:

1. Work Experience (maximum 35 points)

On a separate sheet of paper, Applicant must provide supplemental (to OF-612) information providing specifics relevant to work performed permitting USAID to evaluate the breadth and depth of work experience as it relates to position duties/responsibilities and the warrant (please see Section III and Section IV.1.) .

Limit: Not to exceed two 8½ x 11 inch pages (font size must be 11 or similar). Please also include copy of the warrant delegation (if applicable).

2. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (maximum 30 Points)

To permit USAID’s evaluation, Applicant must provide information relevant to:

Knowledge of procurement regulations and contracting principles, including the latest acquisition procedures and techniques. Knowledge of USG procurement rules and regulations. Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), USAID Acquisition Regulations (AIDAR); etc. Achievement of FAC-C certification and ability to qualify for warrant (if applicable). Ability to work under stress and in a Team environment. Ability to communicate complex and difficult issues to persons not trained in acquisition techniques. Demonstrated ability to maintain and adhere to high standards of professional conduct. Computer literacy sufficient to perform the duties of the position (i.e., use Word and Excel).

Limit: Not to exceed one and one-half 8½ x 11in page (font size must be 11 or similar)

3. Education (maximum 15 points)

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a four-year U.S. university degree (equivalency accreditation if a non- U.S. institution) in accounting, law, business, finance, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management is required.

In lieu of the Bachelors Degree where an applicant seeks to substitute 7 years of relevant work experience, an applicant must submit contact details for each supervisor as contactable references for the 7 year period.

Additionally, achievement of FAC-C certification; or attaining Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.)

certification will be evaluated.

Applicant to provide (as applicable):

- name of the education institution where the Bachelor’s (or higher) degree was earned, and date earned

- dates of enrollment in the Bachelor’s (or higher) degree program

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- copy of FAC-C certification and/or Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) certificate

- other documentation relevant in support of above

4. Experience specific to Training (including development of training materials) (max. 15 points)

On a separate sheet of paper, Applicant must provide relevant information describing his/her experience as a trainer. Please provide the following (if/as applicable):

- training course title

- target audience (indicate if training was solely in-house)

- duration of training course

- in-house or commercial training’s venue

- number of times training course conducted in a specific calendar year

Limit: one 8½ x 11in page (font size must be 11 or similar)

5. English oral and written skills (maximum 5 points)

Applicant to provide an already existing sample of drafted by him/her dated and signed business document (i.e., determination of cost allowability, guidance to office staff; resolution of a contractual dispute or similar). Copy of an e-mail sent showing addressee(s) will be acceptable.

Limit: Not to exceed three 8½ x 11in pages (font size must be 11 or similar)

TOTAL MAXIMUM POINTS: 100

SECTION X: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Reference Checks:

An applicant must submit the name and contact information, including email and phone number contacts, for three most recent supervisors who must be Contracting Officers or the equivalent.

Phone interview(s) may be conducted with most highly rated Applicants only. The purpose of phone interview may be to facilitate USAID proper understanding of the Applicant-provided information for Section IX:

Selection Criteria in order for the assigned numerical score to reflect well-informed bases. Although the interview is not subject to scoring, if and when information gained by USAID during the interview substantively adds to/detracts from the USAID initial understandings based on the Applicant’s written submittal only, an adjustment in a particular score may be justified.

When two or more Applicants score the same overall/total score or if the difference between the highest scoring Applicants is negligible, USAID may select individual having negligibly lower scoring than the next higher-scoring Applicant when the former’s reference check (past performance record) is determined more favorable and/or if the individual has achieved FAC-C or C.P.M. certification and/or if the individual has DoS FSI (or equivalent) Level II (or higher) oral and written command in French.

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SECTION XI: APPLICATION SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Submission must include the following:

1. Completed Table (see Section V.) Eligibility To Be Considered Requirements

2. All Section IX Selection Criteria required information. Please write: “Solicitation No.: SOL-660-15-000009- /insert your name at the top of each sheet.

3. References (please see Reference Checks, above).

4. Completed (must be signed/dated) 612. OF- 612 is must be accompanied by a CV

Form OF-612 can be downloaded from http://www.wrc.noaa.gov/wrso/forms/of0612.pdf

All applications must be submitted electronically to: usaidhrkinshasa@usaid.gov with a copy to Sandra Kiyanga (skiyanga@usaid.gov) and Kevin T. Sarsok (ksarsok@usaid.gov).not later than Closing Date shown on the cover page of this document. Applicants are advised to submit with the internet’s “Return Receipt” request and keep it for the record.

Applicants should retain for their records copy of the submittal. Any attachments provided shall be in Microsoft Word 2003.

Applicants are encouraged to visit http://www.usaid.gov/policy/ads/300/aidar.pdf containing AIDAR Appendix D (applicable to US PSC) and Appendix J (applicable to TCN PSC) and visit http://www.usaid.gov/business/business_opportunities/cib/ containing relevant supplemental information the contract will be subject to.

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