USPSC_TCN PSC Solicitation - DOC Advisor.pdf

SOLICITATION NUMBER: 72068325R00001

ISSUANCE DATE: October 25, 2024 CLOSING DATE AND TIME: November 9, 2024 - 11:59 pm. (GMT +1)

SUBJECT: Solicitation for U.S. Personal Services Contractor (USPSC) and Third Country National Personal Services Contractor (TCNPSC)

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 this solicitation. Incomplete or unsigned offers will not be considered. Offerors should retain copies of all offer materials for their records.

USAID will evaluate all offerors based on the stated evaluation criteria. USAID encourages all individuals, including those from disadvantaged and underrepresented groups, to respond to the 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 an offer.

Any questions must be directed in writing to the Point of Contact specified in this solicitation.

Sincerely, Signature

Rober Trimble Contracting Officer

This document is brought to you by M/OAA/ACTS to support USAID’s A&A workforce.

72068325R00001

I. GENERAL INFORMATION

1. SOLICITATION NO: 72068325R00001

2. ISSUANCE DATE: October 25, 2024

3. CLOSING DATE AND TIME FOR RECEIPT OF OFFERS: November 9, 2024 - 11:59 pm. (GMT +1)

4. POINT OF CONTACT: usaidniamey-hr@usaid.gov

5. POSITION TITLE: Development Outreach and Communications Advisor

6. MARKET VALUE: GS-13 ($88,520 – $115,079) per annum Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value and will include Locality Pay for domestic USPSCs based on the location of the Official USAID Worksite, or the approved alternative worksite if approved for remote work. USPSCs performing overseas are not entitled to Locality Pay.

7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Niamey, Niger with possible domestic and international travel up to 20 percent of the time as stated in the Statement of Duties. The contractor 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.

Overseas USPSCs [and TCNPSCs not subject to the local compensation plan,] 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: The base period is for two years, estimated to start on or about January 2025 or as soon as possible. The Contracting Officer may exercise three-year extension, in accordance with a continuing need on the part of the Agency, the continued availability of funds and the appropriate quality of performance, for dates estimated as follows:

Base period January 2025- January 2027 (two years) Option period 1 January 2027 - January 2030 (three years)

9. ELIGIBLE OFFERORS: United States (U.S.) citizen – offshore or resident in Niger or Third Country Nationals offshore or resident in Niger. Order of preference will be U.S.

citizens followed by Third Country Nationals.

Hiring Preference: In order of preference, U.S. Nationals (U.S. Citizens and permanent legal residents) offers will be evaluated first. Only when it is determined that there are no qualified U.S.

Nationals (U.S. Citizens and permanent legal residents) will the offers from a Third Country National be considered. Reference ADS 309.3.1.10 and 309.3.1.4.

10. SECURITY LEVEL REQUIRED: The successful offeror must obtain a U.S. Government Secret Clearance for U.S. citizens and a Facilities Access for Third Country Nationals.

11. STATEMENT OF DUTIES

USAID Niger seeks the services of a Development Outreach and Communications Advisor (DOC). The DOC will be based in the USAID/Niger Mission and will report to the Program Office Director for Niger. They will have extensive interaction with the Regional Development Outreach and Communications Advisor (DOC) based in Dakar Senegal, the USAID Niger Mission Director, the U.S. Embassies’ Public Information Officers (PIO) and the Public Affairs Officers (PAO). They will also interact with the Agency’s Legislative and Public Affairs Bureau (LPA) in Washington (USAID/W), the Africa Bureau Communications and Outreach team, the other Washington based Pillar Bureaus.

The DOC will serve as lead communicator for all mission activities including the dissemination of information about USAID’s activities to educate and promote a better understanding of USAID programs to both internal U.S. government and external public audiences. They will share the broad responsibility of working with the Front Office, Program Officers, and will also work with a multitude of implementing partners throughout the country to formulate and present public relations materials to target audiences (internal and external) that convey USAID’s work and successes in Niger. They should also be experienced in USAID’s branding and marking regulations to ensure that all USAID staff and implementing partners are fully aware of and compliant with the regulations. They should also be able to assist with population and maintenance of social media vehicles such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Flickr, and USAID’s websites that cover mission programming.

a) Coordination:

• Advise and coordinate with key contacts in USAID technical offices, as well as with implementing partner communication specialists.

• Serve as the mission’s primary point of contact to advise planning of visits and public events by official visitors from the U.S. Embassy, USAID/Washington, Congress (CODEL), and other USG agencies or entities. Coordinate VIP site visits as necessary. Support Technical Offices in preparing briefing materials, scene setters, and other information products to support these visits. Maintain a diverse list of potential site visit locations appropriate for a variety of other high-level visitors to USAID/Niger, coordinating closely with USAID Technical Offices.

• Represent USAID in matters pertaining to USAID public affairs and outreach activities with other branches of the USG, implementing partners, and other donors and institutions.

• Coordinate closely with PDS, other USG agencies, and USAID implementing partners to achieve maximum exposure and understanding of U.S. development efforts and initiatives, as defined by the chief of mission and USAID Mission Director.

• Serve as the advisor to USAID leadership regarding all external communications, public information, media relations, and outreach matters, drawing on knowledge of the political context and its effect on strategic communications.

• Coordinate with technical teams to identify and produce compelling stories and implement communication activities.

• Advise USAID staff and implementing partners on developing high impact public information programs and initiatives, as well as their communications and media strategy and relations.

• Train, prepare and supervise USAID's staff and partners to strengthen communications and media outreach capacity. Oversee the integration of communications in the project design and implementation process.

• Ensure quality control of documents, briefing materials, public information/fact sheets and outreach-related actions within USAID and other agencies with whom the mission collaborates.

• 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 training to USAID staff and implementing partners on the appropriate use of branding and marking. Work closely with office of acquisition and assistance (OAA), contracting/agreement officer's representative (C/AORs) to ensure adherence to branding in the field. Seek guidance from regional legal officers and LPA on any disputes or waiver requests.

• Oversee the C/AOR and/or activity manager for communication contracts, cooperative agreements and grants to ensure effective implementation of the USAID Communications Strategy, and serve as Activity Manager or C/AOR as needed.

• Draft or revise Mission Orders and/or Mission policy on Communications and the implementation of ADS communications policy.

b) Strategic Communication Planning, Execution, and Analysis:

• Create, maintain, and adapt USAID/Niger’s Communications Strategy in close coordination with PDS and USAID/Washington, using audience research, political and media analyses, and other relevant data.

• Lead the development and implementation of the mission’s communications strategy and outreach plan, including internal communications.

• Monitor and evaluate progress toward communications objectives to measure the effectiveness of USAID’ communications strategy and activities.

• Ensure communication team resources (contracts, mission staff) are deployed strategically to advance key communication objectives in alignment with USAID/Niger priorities and the Country Development Cooperation Strategy (CDCS).

• The DOC is responsible for alignment of USAID/Niger communication messages and activities with USAID-wide, Embassy-wide and USG communication strategy.

• Ensure development and maintenance of high-quality communication materials (including standard materials such as fact sheets or custom materials for specific purposes). The DOC should also ensure that these communication materials are made easily accessible for staff and leadership, and that they are strategically supportive of mission initiatives.

• Support USAID’s Technical Offices, to capture and effectively share information related to USAID interventions and programs, such as developing infographics and social media campaigns to communicate USAID’s development knowledge and learning.

• Use creative/ innovative approaches/fora to communicate messages to key stakeholders.

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

c) Public Information and Publicity Materials:

• Coordinate internal and external information dissemination, media outreach, and public events within the USAID mission; with the mission’s offices and technical staff; and with implementing partners.

• Manage the drafting, editing, and disseminating of timely and accurate information, sector overviews, press releases, responses to requests for information, and all other public information materials relating to USAID/Niger’s activities. These must be written in clear, concise English and French and prepared with both the media and general audiences in mind and designed for a variety of uses.

• Prepare and/or oversee submissions for the USAID Mission Director’s weekly report, USAID Frontlines, and other USAID public information platforms including the Administrator’s Blog, Facebook, Twitter, and other social media.

• Oversee social media platforms ensuring USAID visibility and engagement is substantive and strategic.

• Oversee the maintenance of the mission’s English- and French - language web materials to ensure that they are accurate and up-to-date.

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

• Oversee the creation of compelling materials in multiple media that tell the story of USAID’s investments in Guatemala to a variety of key stakeholders.

d) Media Relations and Press:

• Oversee USAID/Niger’s international and local media relations. Work closely with PDS on press relations and maintain contacts with high-level journalists from all media outlets.

• Advise and collaborate closely with Embassy PDS to expand opportunities for coverage of USAID assistance, including TV, radio, and other media. This responsibility may include arranging interviews, briefings, media tours of USAID projects, etc.

• In collaboration with PDS, advise the Mission Director and USAID staff on press and media relations and specific media engagements. Ensure a targeted, coherent, and consistent message from all USAID staff and implementing partners.

• Supervise the monitoring of the Niger and international press coverage, awareness, and attitudes concerning USAID programs. Report on placement of USAID-related articles in the Nigerien, regional, international, and U.S. press to the embassy, mission, and Washington.

• Provide feedback to inform ongoing communications activities and events and future programming, as well as the effectiveness of the communications strategy.

• In collaboration with Mission leadership and PDS, respond to inquiries from the public, media, and other sources about USAID programs and projects.

DEGREE OF RESPONSIBILITY FOR DECISION-MAKING ASSIGNED TO

THE POSITION

● Level of complexity of work assignments: The incumbent will be working on complex issues related to a multifaceted communication strategy and varied interagency equities, varied media analyses related to a diverse portfolio of activities, across multiple local, national and international media platforms and varied local and USG audiences.

● Technical knowledge required: The incumbent should have knowledge of messaging/marketing/social media. S/he must have the ability to create compelling messaging across a variety of media, including print, blogs, social media, video, and speeches. S/he must also have the ability to think creatively about other means to tell the USAID story and convey key messages through multi-faceted strategic communication campaigns. S/he must have experience, knowledge, and skill engaging with the private sector.

● Guidelines: USAID general guidelines (ADS) regarding allowable communications activities and relationships with PDS and the media include branding guidelines, standard agency procurement and contracting procedures, priorities set by approved USAID strategies, U.S. Embassy guidelines on public outreach and media relations.

● Scope and effect of the work performed: The purpose of the position is to create and execute a vision to message strategically to USAID/Niger’s varied group of stakeholders, guiding and mentoring a team of communications experts. The success of the vision and execution enhances understanding and support for USAID programming both within Niger and the United States. This support can translate into greater programmatic success, shifting narratives to help achieve US government policy priorities, and communicating to legislators the importance of USAID/Niger programming (to garner or sustain support in congress for the mission’s budget). This position will help craft communication strategies and products to support overall USG priorities and mission programming.

● Level and purpose of contacts:

a. Relationship in the USAID Mission: The incumbent ensures that the many diverse elements of USAID and its constituencies play active roles in the development and implementation of USAID's public relations activities, taking a proactive role to ensure that these actions highlight the strong U.S.-Nigerien partnership and emphasize the benefits that Niger receives from American foreign assistance, while incorporating sensitivity to local issues and cultural considerations.

b. Relationship with Public Diplomacy Section (PDS): The incumbent works closely with the U.S. Embassy Public Diplomacy Section on a range of activities including, but not limited to, public relations strategy development and contacts with the Guatemalan media. S/he ensures that political awareness, key operational linkages and feedback systems are maintained.

c. Relationship with USAID/Washington: The Bureau of Legislative and Public Affairs (LPA) and the Africa Bureau in Washington are important stakeholders in public relations activities focused on U.S. foreign assistance to Niger. The incumbent is the principal mission contact with LPA and is responsible for coordinating all appropriate actions with LPA's Public Relations Division and in ensuring that all Washington policies related to public relations are followed and that concerns, and local environment are communicated back to Washington.

d. Other Relationships: The incumbent has a wide range of other contacts including the U.S. Embassy, involving the Office of the ambassador, The incumbent has a close relationship with USAID contractors, local and U.S. NGOs, and other donors.

1. Supervisory Relationship

The incumbent will report to the Program Office Director.

2. Supervisory Controls

There are no supervisory responsibilities.

12. PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work requested does not involve undue physical demands.

II. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION

To be considered for the position, a candidate must meet the Minimum Qualifications.

Applications will be pre-screened and only those that meet the Minimum Qualifications will be considered. These are the minimum qualifications necessary to be considered for the position:

a. Education:

GS-13: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Journalism, Media and Communication, English Literature, Public Relations, Marketing, Business and Organizational Communication, Business Administration, International Studies, International Relations, or a relevant field is required. (Educational requirements must be met at the time of application for the subject position.)

b. Language Proficiency: Fluency in written and oral communication skills in English and working knowledge (FSI 2/2) French are required.

c. Technical and Professional Experience:

GS-13 - Minimum of three (3) years’ experience of a progressively responsible experience in a relevant communications role such as marketing, strategic with at least three (2) years’ experience in public relations, journalism, or related field required. Experience with diplomacy or covering international affairs/development is required. The incumbent must have demonstrated experience using social media; organizing and conducting roundtables and other events; producing web content and videos; planning and delivering training; and working collaboratively with journalists. The incumbent must also have experience communicating for or with private sector entities.

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. The FAR provisions referenced above are available at https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far.

The technical evaluation committee may conduct reference checks, including references from individuals who have not been specifically identified by the offeror, and may do so before or after a candidate is interviewed.

Selection Process

After the closing date for receipt of application, a Selection Committee will convene to review applications that meet the minimum requirements and evaluate them in accordance with the evaluation criteria. Incomplete applications from applicants will not be scored. As part of the selection process, only shortlisted applicants will be invited to participate in an oral interview.

Applicants meeting the required minimum qualifications for the position will be evaluated based on information presented in the application and obtained through reference checks.

USAID reserves the right to conduct interviews with the most highly ranked applicants and make the interview a deciding factor in selection.

Evaluation factors

● Education (pass/fail)

● Language Proficiency- English and French (10 points)

● Professional Experience (35 points)

● Technical Skills and Abilities as observed from the interview and example of work (50 points) https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far

(May include customer service, oral and written communication skills, and teamwork)

➢ Tact and Diplomacy

➢ Judgment

➢ USG Interagency experience

➢ Teamwork and creative problem solving

➢ Clear, concise writing in English and French

➢ Design and execution of strategic communication campaigns

➢ Experience in marketing/social marketing

➢ Social media messaging experience

➢ Video creation experience

➢ Writing sample

Maximum Points Available: 100 Education: pass/fail Language Proficiency – English and French: 5 points Professional Experience: 35 points Technical Skills and Abilities: 60 points Total: 100 points

“USAID policy specifies that U.S. citizens or resident aliens (USNs) are preferred over third country nationals (TCNs). Therefore, USN and TCN offers will not be evaluated together.

USAID will evaluate USN offers first and if the CO determines that there are no qualified USNs, only then will USAID evaluate TCN offers.”

IV. SUBMITTING AN OFFER

1. Eligible offerors are required to complete and submit the offer form AID 309-2, “Offeror Information for Personal Services Contracts with Individuals,” available at http://www.usaid.gov/forms.

Applicants should note that the salary history for the purposes of the AID 309-2 is the base salary paid, excluding benefits and allowances such as housing, travel, educational support, etc.

Offerors are required to complete and sign the AID 309-2 form.

2. USAID’S ZERO TOLERANCE FOR SEXUAL MISCONDUCT

USAID has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual misconduct with the goal of fostering a respectful, safe, healthy and inclusive work environment. USAID maintains policies and procedures to establish a workplace free of sexual misconduct as described in Agency policy at ADS Chapter 113, Preventing and Addressing Sexual Misconduct.

SELF CERTIFICATION

Offerors must sign a Sexual Misconduct Self-Certification form [see hyperlink] related to sexual misconduct when submitting the offer. The signed form will be filed in the award file. If the offeror fails to submit a signed certification, the offeror will be determined to be non-compliant to submission requirements and will not be considered for award.

http://www.usaid.gov/forms https://www.usaid.gov/ads/policy/100/113 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SoLv-MWLAh_LjzScO5mqm965DdTqE3lCPpIZVPis0JQ/edit

● For the Apparently Successful Offeror:

○ If Self-Certification response is “Yes”: In consultation with the Resident Legal

Advisor (RLO) or General Counsel Acquisition and Assistance (GC/AA), the CO will request further details from the offeror.

○ Event of False Certification: If the certification provided is found to be false, the offeror may be eliminated from consideration for the award. If the contract has been awarded, the false certification may be grounds for termination of the contract. The action may be punishable to the full extent of the law.

USE OF THE AGENCY’S MISCONDUCT PORTAL AND INQUIRIES MADE

TO PREVIOUS COs FOR APPARENTLY SUCCESSFUL OFFEROR The Office of Employee and Labor Relations (ELR) operates USAID’s Misconduct Reporting Portal. Prior to award, the CO will email ELR at HCTM.ELR@usaid.gov to identify whether Agency records include any prior disciplinary action related to sexual misconduct taken against the apparently successful offeror.

If the apparently successful offeror has previously held a Personal Services Contract at USAID, the CO will attempt to contact the previous administrating CO to inquire about previous disciplinary actions related to sexual misconduct against the apparently successful offeror.

NEW ENTRANT ORIENTATION (NEO)

For PSCs onboarded in Washington, the contractor must complete the information session on USAID’s zero tolerance policy for sexual misconduct as part of NEO. The CO will include documentation in the award file that the contractor has completed NEO and has been made aware of USAID’s zero tolerance policy for sexual misconduct.

For PSCs onboarded overseas, including CCNPSCs and TCNPSCs, the PSC must complete an online module related to USAID’s zero tolerance policy for sexual misconduct as administered by their cognizant CO as part of their onboarding process.

The CO will include documentation in the award file that the PSC has completed the online module and has been made aware of USAID’s zero tolerance policy for sexual misconduct.

3. All documents submitted by an applicant must be in English. Offers must be received by the closing date and time specified in Section I, item 3, and submitted to the Point of Contact in Section I.

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

5. A Cover letter with current résumé/curriculum vitae (CV) attached. The CV/résumé must contain sufficient relevant information to evaluate the application in accordance with the stated evaluation criteria. Broad general statements that are vague or lacking specificity will not be considered as effectively addressing selection criteria.

mailto:HCTM.ELR@usaid.gov

6. A writing sample or link to a video created by the applicant. Writing samples should consist of X, formerly known as Twitter, posts; news releases; speeches; and fact sheets.

7. Applicants are required to provide a minimum of five (5) references within the last ten (10) years from the applicant's professional life, namely individuals who are not family members or relatives. References should 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.

USPSCs/TCNPSCs performing overseas must follow the Mission policies and/or directives from the U.S. Department of State regarding COVID-19 requirements.

PLEASE NOTE THAT INCOMPLETE AND/OR UNSIGNED APPLICATIONS WILL

NOT BE CONSIDERED.

V. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS PRIOR TO AWARD

The CO will provide instructions about how to complete and submit the following forms after an offeror is selected for the contract award:

1. Medical History and Examination form (DS-6561)

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

Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85)

3. Fingerprint Card (FD-258)

4. Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306)

VI. BENEFITS AND 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)

(e) Eligibility for Worker's Compensation

(f) Leave and Holidays

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 http://aoprals.state.gov/content.asp?content_id=231&menu_id=92 http://aoprals.state.gov/content.asp?content_id=231&menu_id=92 https://aoprals.state.gov/content.asp?content_id=282&menu_id=101

For USPSCs

(a) Temporary Quarters 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)

For Resident Hire US or TCNPSCs

If a TCN or Resident Hire USPSC is selected for this position the benefits will be adjusted as per Mission and AIDAR policy.

VII. TAXES

USPSC are required to pay Federal income taxes, FICA, Medicare and applicable State Income taxes. TCNPSCs are subject to an individual’s country tax laws and should follow tax requirements of their country of origin.

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 clause “General Provisions,” available at https://www.usaid.gov/ads/policy/300/aidar

USAID Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR), Appendix J, “Direct USAID Contracts With a Cooperating Country National and With a Third Country National for Personal Services Abroad,” including contract clause “General Provisions,” available at https://www.usaid.gov/ads/policy/300/aidar ]

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

Pricing by line item is to be determined upon contract award as described below:

https://www.usaid.gov/ads/policy/300/aidar https://www.usaid.gov/ads/policy/300/aidar 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: [e.g. R497]

- Accounting Info: [insert one or more citation(s) from Phoenix/GLAAS]

1 LOT $

_TBD__

$_TBD at Award after negotiation s with

Contractor

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

- Award Type: Cost

- Product Service Code: [e.g. R497]

- Accounting Info: [insert from Phoenix/GLAAS]

1 LOT $

_TBD__

$_TBD at Award after negotiation s 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.

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/resources_standards-of-conduct.

5. 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.

http://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/aapds-cibs https://www.oge.gov/web/oge.nsf/resources_standards-of-conduct https://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/personal-service-contracts-ombudsman

6. FAR Provisions Incorporated by Reference

52.204-27 PROHIBITION ON A BYTEDANCE COVERED

APPLICATION

JUN, 2023