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R -- USPSC - Training Advisor (Intermittent PSC - OTI Bullpen) - Worldwide (OB1917744) (2007-08-16)

SOLICITATION NUMBER: M/OAA/DCHA/OTI-07-1467

ISSUANCE DATE: July 20, 2007
CLOSING DATE: August 6, 2007, 5:00 p.m. EDT

SUBJECT: Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor for a Training
Advisor (Intermittent PSC, OTI Bullpen) - Worldwide.

Ladies/Gentlemen:

The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International
Development (USAID), is seeking applications (Optional Form 612 only) from
qualified U.S. citizens to provide personal services as a Training Advisor
(Intermittent PSC, OTI Bullpen) under a personal services contract, as
described in the attached solicitation.

Submittals shall be in accordance with the attached information at the place
and time specified.

Applicants interested in applying for this position MUST submit the following
materials:
* Complete and hand-signed federal form OF-612.
* Supplemental document specifically addressing the five (5) Evaluation
Factors shown in the solicitation.

Incomplete or unsigned applications shall not be considered. These signed
forms must be mailed, delivered, faxed, or emailed (email applications must be
signed) to:

GlobalCorps
1201 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20004
E-Mail Address: otitrainer@globalcorps.com
Facsimile: (202) 403-3911 or (202) 403-3941

Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which
accompany their applications. Any questions on this solicitation may be
directed to:

Mike Jones or Jaimee Braun
Telephone Number: (202) 661-9366 or (202) 661-9377
E-Mail Address: otitrainer@globalcorps.com
Website: www.globalcorps.com
Facsimile: (202) 403-3911 or (202) 403-3941

Sincerely,

Michael Clark
Contracting Officer

Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor (PSC) Training Advisor
(Intermittent PSC, OTI Bullpen) - Worldwide

1. SOLICITATION NO.: M/OAA/DCHA/OTI-07-1467

2. ISSUANCE DATE: July 20, 2007

3. CLOSING DATE/TIME FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: August 6, 2007, 5:00 pm EDT

4. POSITION TITLE: ) Training Advisor (Intermittent PSC, OTI Bullpen)

5. MARKET VALUE: The position is the equivalent of a GS-12 (base, non-
locality) with a salary range of $56,301 to $73,194. The actual salary of the
successful candidate will be negotiated within the daily pay range depending
on qualifications, salary and work history, experience and educational
background. Salaries over and above the top of the pay range will not be
entertained or negotiated.

6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: The duration of this intermittent contract will be
for two years, with three one-year option periods from the date of signing.
The Personal Services Contractor hired under this contract will provide up to
a maximum of 250 workdays of service per year. The specific projects, as well
as dates, number of days and locations to be worked will be determined by
mutual agreement between the contractor and his/her OTI supervisor according
to the programmatic needs of OTI. It is understood that this contract
provides no guarantee of any minimum number of days to be worked per year.

7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Worldwide

8. STATEMENT OF WORK

POSITION DESCRIPTION

BACKGROUND

The Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI) was created in 1994 as a distinct
operating unit within USAID to help local partners advance peace and democracy
in priority conflict-prone countries. Seizing critical windows of
opportunity, OTI works on the ground to provide fast, flexible, short-term
assistance targeted at key transition needs.

Countries experiencing a significant political transition in the midst of a
disaster or emerging from civil conflict have unique needs that cannot be
fully addressed by traditional disaster relief. Timely and effective
assistance to promote and consolidate peaceful, democratic advances can make
the difference between a successful or a failed transition. OTI assists in
securing peace by aiding indigenous, mostly non-governmental, civil society
and media organizations. OTI uses such mechanisms as support for re-
integration of ex-combatants into civilian society; development of initiatives
to promote national reconciliation; identification of quick-impact community
self-help projects to meet urgent economic needs; and aid to independent media
outlets and community-based organizations to help promote informed debate and
broaden public participation.

To respond quickly and effectively and meet its objectives and mandates, OTI
retains a group of high level professionals and experts under personal
services contracts referred to in OTI as the "bullpen," serving on
intermittent/part-time contracts to provide surge capacity for OTI worldwide.
These knowledgeable and skilled professionals must be prepared to work both in
the field and in Washington, often with little time for preparations.

For more information about OTI and its country programs please see:
http://www.usaid.gov/our_work/cross-cutting_programs/transition_initiatives/

INTRODUCTION

The worldwide nature of OTI's program requires a Training Advisor who can
provide immediate consultation on OTI projects when requested. The proper
execution of OTI programs demands that an individual with training and
facilitation skills be available to be sent out on a case by case basis to
facilitate specific training related services such as OTI orientation, start-
up workshops, strategy sessions and project reviews. To maximize program
effectiveness, the incumbent will develop training sessions to support staff
training and development. The incumbent must be available and prepared to
provide these services both in OTI operation units overseas as well as in
Washington, DC.

OBJECTIVE

The objective of this solicitation is to provide on-call training specialist
capabilities to the OTI Bullpen.

9. CORE FUNCTIONAL AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

This position requires excellent training design and delivery skills, a high
degree of communication skills and facilitation ability to serve as a liaison
between the Office of Transition Initiatives, USAID Washington, and contract
staff for training related matters. The incumbent will work with a wide range
of OTI programs designing and facilitating country start-up workshops,
strategy and team building sessions, reviews, and OTI training courses, both
in Washington and in the field. The Training Advisor will report to the Chief
of OTI's Operations and Management Division or his/her designee, and also
liaise and collaborate with the OTI Program Office, country program teams in
the OTI Field Programs Division, and implementing partner staff as appropriate
for planning and implementing various training or facilitation exercises. The
Training Advisor will consult with his/her supervisor or designee on a regular
basis to integrate OTI culture, operating procedures, and programming into
training design and delivery and respond to office priorities for training
related activities.

The Training Advisor will, to the maximum extent possible:

* Facilitate implementation and management discussions between OTI field
staff, DC staff, and implementing partner staff regarding implementation and
management issues (implementation review);

* Design and deliver team building and strategy sessions;

* Design and facilitate staff orientations and trainings, ensuring various USG
interests and policy are represented within the training content;

* Create training courses for OTI staff development in-line with the OTI
Training Strategy. Training courses will be developed in collaboration with
the relevant team (e.g., with the Program Office and Field Programs Division
for best practices and program content in program trainings, and with the
Operations and Management Division for best practices and program content in
operations-type trainings). Training sessions will contribute to the
development of strategic training direction and plans in support of OTI's
overall goals;

* Incorporate lessons learned from OTI field programs and OTI/W operations
into training curricula and provide OTI/Washington with regular reports;

* Communicate with OTI/W and OTI Field staff to integrate concerns, lessons
learned, policy, and relevant information into trainings;

* Contribute to the development of a library of training materials, job aids,
and on-line materials to enhance OTI employees' performance;

* Contribute to the development and maintenance of a monitoring and evaluation
system for OTI training to include assessing the effectiveness of training
sessions and applying lessons learned to the OTI Training Program;

* Provide guidance and orientation to incoming OTI Trainer(s); and

* Provide training or facilitation related support for other USAID offices as
required.

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP:
The Bullpen Training Advisor will take direction from and will report to the
OTI Chief of Operations Division or his/her designee.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:
The Supervisor will set overall objectives. The employee and the supervisor
together will develop deadlines, projects, and work to be accomplished. The
incumbent is expected to take initiative, act independently, and manage
his/her tasks with minimal supervision.

10. PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is generally sedentary and does not pose undue physical demands.
During deployment on Assessment teams, Field Training, Disaster Assistance
Response Teams (DARTs) (if required), and during site visits, there may be
some additional physical exertion including long periods of standing, walking
over rough terrain, or carrying of moderately heavy items (less than 50
pounds).

11. WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in an office setting. During deployment on
Assessments, Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs) (if required), and
during facilitations and trainings, or other site visits, the work may
additionally involve special safety and/or security precautions, wearing of
protective equipment, and exposure to severe weather conditions.

12. START DATE: Immediately, once necessary clearances are obtained.

13. POINT OF CONTACT: See Cover Letter.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION
(Determines basic eligibility for the position. Applicants who do not meet
all of education and experience factors are considered NOT qualified for the
position.)

A bachelor's degree with a minimum of five (5) years professional experience
in providing workforce training services, such as training program development
and planning, logistical coordination, training session design, strategic
planning, and design and delivery of adult participatory education;

OR

A Master's degree in the field of training, education, international
development, or a related specialized field AND a minimum of three (3) years
of professional experience in providing workforce training services, such as
training program development and planning, logistical coordination, training
session design, strategic planning, and design and delivery of adult
participatory education;

AND

* Demonstrated experience facilitating training sessions; experience in the
conceptualization, design and management of training sessions or workshops for
international assistance programs focusing on transition or development; and
experience in the design and implementation of training monitoring and
evaluation systems, training database use or knowledge management systems;

* A minimum of (6) months overseas experience working on training development
or facilitation.

EVAULUATION FACTORS
(Determines basic eligibility for the position. Applicants who do not meet
all of the selection factors are considered NOT qualified for the position.)
* Applicant is a U.S. Citizen;
* Complete and hand-signed federal form OF-612 submitted;
* Supplemental document specifically addressing the Evaluation Factors
submitted;
* Ability to obtain a SECRET level security clearance;
* Ability to obtain a Department of State medical clearance;
* Satisfactory verification of academic credentials.

EVALUATION FACTORS
(Used to determine the competitive ranking of qualified applicants in
comparison to other applicants. The factors are listed in priority order from
highest to least.)

Factor #1 Demonstrated ability to consistently and independently perform
in a high-visibility, high-pressure environment, including emergency
situations, and manage multiple projects simultaneously;

Factor #2 Demonstrated experience working with subject-matter experts to
design, write, or revise training activities (i.e., translating technical
knowledge into appropriate training design and/or materials);

Factor #3 Demonstrated social and interpersonal skills illustrated by
the ability to interact in a team setting, or with counterparts, on both the
lowest and highest political, social, and economic levels;

Factor #4 Demonstrated planning and organizational skills; and

Factor #5 Demonstrated oral and written communication and analytical
skills illustrated through the research, preparation and presentation of
status reports, briefing papers, and other official documents.

BASIS OF RATING: Applicants who meet the Education/Experience Requirements and
Selection Factors will be further evaluated based on scoring of the Evaluation
Factor responses. Those applicants determined to be competitively ranked may
also be evaluated on interview performance and satisfactory professional
reference checks.

Applicants are required to address each of the Evaluation Factors on a
separate sheet describing specifically and accurately what experience,
training, education and/or awards they have received that are relevant to each
factor. Be sure to include your name and the announcement number at the top
of each additional page. Failure to address the selection and/or Evaluation
Factors may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent
experience, education, training and/or awards.

The Applicant Rating System is as Follows:
Evaluation Factors have been assigned the following points:
Factor #1 - 20 points
Factor #2 - 20 points
Factor #3 - 15 points
Factor #4 - 15 points
Factor #5 - 10 points
Total Possible - 80 Points

Interview Performance - 20 points

Satisfactory Professional Reference Checks - Pass/Fail (no points assigned)

Total Possible Points: 100

APPLYING:

Applications must be received by the closing date and time at the address
specified in the cover letter.

Qualified individuals are required to submit:

1. A complete U.S. Government Optional Form 612 with hand-written signature
(downloadable forms are available on the USAID website,
http://www.usaid.gov/procurement_bus_opp/procurement/forms or internet
http://fillform.gsa.gov or at Federal offices) or www.globalcorps.com/oti.

2. A supplemental document specifically addressing each of the five (5)
Evaluation Factors shown in the solicitation.

To ensure consideration of applications for the intended position, please
reference the solicitation number on your application, and as the subject line
in any cover letter.

DOCUMENT SUBMITTALS

Via mail: GlobalCorps, 1201 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC
20004
Via facsimile: (202) 403-3911 or (202) 403-3941
Via email: otitrainer@globalcorps.com

The most qualified candidates may be interviewed and required to provide a
writing sample. OTI will not pay for any expenses associated with the
interviews. Professional references and academic credentials will be
evaluated for applicants being considered for selection.

NOTE: If a temporary or full secret security clearance is not obtained within
four months, the offer may be rescinded.

NOTE: The incumbent must obtain Department of State medical clearance within
six months after award. If medical clearance is not obtained within this
period, USAID will terminate the contract at the convenience of the government.

NOTE REGARDING GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS FOR THIS SOLICITATION

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 application.

NOTE REGARDING DATA UNIVERSAL NUMBERING SYSTEM (DUNS) NUMBERS

All individuals contracted as US PSCs are required to have a DUNS Number.
USAID will provide a generic DUNS Number and PSCs are not required to register
with CCR.

For general information about DUNS Numbers, please refer to FAR Clause 52.204-
6, Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number (10/2003)
http://acquisition.gov/comp/far/current/html/52_200_206.html#wp1137568

LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCs

Forms outlined below can found at:
http://www.usaid.gov/forms/ or at http://www.forms.gov/bgfPortal/citizen.portal

1. Optional Form 612.
2. Medical History and Examination Form (DS-1843). **
3. Questionnaire for Sensitive Positions (for National Security)
(SF-86), or **
4. Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85). **
5. Finger Print Card (FD-258). **
6. Employment Eligibility Verification (I-9 Form). **

** Forms 2 through 6 shall be completed ONLY upon the advice of the
Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job.

CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBs) and ACQUISITION & ASSISTANCE POLICY
DIRECTIVES (AAPDs) PERTAINING TO PSCs

CIBs and AAPDs contain changes to USAID policy and General Provisions in USAID
regulations and contracts. Please refer to
http://www.usaid.gov/business/business_opportunities/cib/subject.html#psc
to determine which CIBs and AAPDs apply to this contract.

AAPD 06-10 - PSC MEDICAL PAYMENT RESPONSIBILITY

AAPD No. 06-10 is hereby incorporated as Attachment 1 to the solicitation.

AAPD-06-12 - HOMELAND SECURITY PRESIDENTIAL DIRECTIVE-12 (HSPD-12)
IMPLEMENTATION

AAPD-06-12 is hereby incorporated as Attachment 2 to the solicitation. As
directed in AAPD-06-12,the required reference to Federal Acquisition
Regulation (FAR) Clause 52.204-9, is also shown in Attachment 2.

BENEFITS/ALLOWANCES:

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

BENEFITS:

Employer's FICA Contribution
Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance
Pay Comparability Adjustment
Annual Increase (pending a satisfactory performance evaluation)
Eligibility for Worker's Compensation
Annual & Sick Leave

ALLOWANCES (if Applicable).*

(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), and
(J) Danger Pay (Section 650).

* Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas).

FEDERAL TAXES: USPSCs are required to pay Federal Income Taxes, FICA, and
Medicare

ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED REGARDLESS OF AGE, RACE, COLOR,
SEX, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, LAWFUL POLITICAL AFFILIATION, NON-DISQUALIFYING
HANDICAP, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AFFILIATION WITH AN EMPLOYEE
ORGANIZATION, OR OTHER NON-MERIT FACTOR.

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