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.