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FORMERLY USED DEFENSE SITES
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
(FUDSMIS) SUPPORT SERVICES (SRCSGT)
SOL W912DY08R0042 DUE 090208 POC: Jeanette
Mathena, 256-895-1136. POP: US Army Corps of
Engineers, Huntsville, P.O. Box 1600, Huntsville
AL 35807-4301. NAICS: 541620. SOURCES
SOUGHT CONTRACT INFORMATION: The
Huntsville Center, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
(USACE) is seeking qualified 8(a) firms to provide
support to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
(USACE) for restoration of the Formerly Used
Defense Sites (FUDS) portion of the Defense
Environmental Restoration Program (DERP). The
scope and magnitude of the FUDS program are
significant, with over 9,000 properties identified for
potential inclusion across the nation. The objective
of the FUDS Program is to reduce, in a timely,
cost-effective manner, the risk to human health and
safety and the environment resulting from
contamination due to past Department of Defense
(DoD) activities. This support will include providing
FUDS environmental restoration consulting and
assistance to USACE in areas of data management,
reporting, cost estimating and overall management.
The Huntsville Center, Corps of Engineers, intent to
sole source the requirement to an 8(a) qualified firm.
As a result, the Government is performing market
research in order to determine if any 8(a) firms
possess the capability to execute the requirements
within this acquisition. Interested 8(a) firms who
meet the capability requirements identified in this
notice are requested to reply to this e-mail with a
response to the questions presented below. If no
experience or capabilities are associated with a
particular question, so indicate. Based upon 8(a)
responses received, consideration will be given to
setting this aside as an 8(a) sole source award. 2.
PROJECT INFORMATION: PROGRAM
BACKGROUND. The USACE executes the FUDS
program for the Army and Department of Defense
(DoD). The FUDS program is designed to address
environmental contamination at properties that
were formerly owned, leased, possessed, or
operated by DoD. Environmental restoration work
on FUDS properties began in 1984. The
responsibilities of the USACE for the FUDS
program include: Maintaining an inventory of all
FUDS, planning and tracking restoration activities
at FUDS, and reporting progress. Determining
eligibility of property and projects for action under
the FUDS program. Identifying required DoD
response actions, programming appropriate
resources to meet DoD goals, and executing the
program. REQUIREMENT. This effort involves
providing FUDS environmental restoration
consulting and support to meet existing and
emerging DERP and FUDS program and
regulatory requirements. This effort is expected
to last for a period of 5 years. The work location
will be at Headquarters, US Army Corps of
Engineers, Washington, DC. GENERAL
DESCRIPTION. Review existing FUDS data,
provide guidance and develop recommendations
for collecting and reporting of FUDS data to meet
new and emerging program and regulatory
requirements. Provide guidance and
recommendation to ensure that FUDS program data are correctly
collected and managed for transfer to DoD Knowledge Based
Corporate Reporting System (KBCRS). The contractor shall not make
changes directly to Formerly Used Defense Sites Management
Information Systems (FUDSMIS). Recommendations provided by the
contractor may eventually be used by the US Army Corps of
Engineers to make changes to FUDSMIS. Provide assistance and
support to the FUDS program to improve program management,
operation, data collection and reporting. The contractor shall provide
guidance and support to assist the FUDS program in meeting existing
and foreseeable DERP requirements. Collect, manage and report
FUDS data to more closely match DERP In-Progress-Review (IPR)
and Annual Report to Congress (ARC) requirements and allow
USACE to better track FUDS progress toward DoD goals.Provide
assistance and guidance for the implementation of the FUDS
Information Improvement Program (FIIP). The FIIP is an effort that
verifies that all documentation is complete, orderly and accessible for
each of the 9,970 FUDS Properties. This is a major effort and
significant work will be required through FY 2009 before it is
complete.Provide assistance and guidance under the Government
oversight, develop detailed business rules to translate program metric
logic into recommended procedures for producing data for analysis of
DoDs Measures of Merit (MOMs) and validate the relative risk site
evaluation rankings that are central to cleanup prioritization. Provide
assistance for planning, prioritizing and tracking progress of new
work to meet requirements for accomplishing Military Munitions
Response Program (MMRP) Site Investigations (SIs) by the end of
FY 2010. This is an additional workload increase and is a new
requirement for the FUDS program promulgated by Office of
Secretary of Defense (OSD) during FY 2005. This work will require
that a total of 728 MMRP SIs must be planned, programmed,
executed and reviewed by the end of FY 2010. Lead coordination of
2005 MMRP Cost to Complete (CTC) backup initiative. Ensure each
MMRP CTC (primarily the parametric estimates) have available:
Remedial Action Cost Engineering and Requirements System
(RACER) backup matching cost in FUDSMIS.Completed estimate
Quality Control (QC) checklist (see FIIP Annex 5)Military Munitions
Response (MMR) Area inventory screen for each project. Archives
Search Report (ASR) and ASR supplement which corresponds to the
data recorded at the MMR Area inventory screen. Analyze data
discrepancies. Any other activity required to ensure each CTC passes
liability audit, and shows responsiveness to recent DoD Inspector
General (IG), Army Audit Agency (AAA) and Government
Accountability Agency (GAO) findings and recommendations, as
directed by the Government. Ensure documents are in Project
Information Retrieval System (PIRS) for approval by the district.
Complete MMRP summary notebook every FY, resolving
discrepancies. After completion, develop graphic summary slides in
accordance with Government provided policies. Additionally, review
MMRP portion of the most recent ARC and reconcile the numbers
with the corresponding Jim Coppola notebook. Perform the
following: Range Reconciliation: Reconcile FUDS MMRP range
inventory with regulators comments annually. Represent FUDS at
Munitions Response Committee (MRC) meetings. Write executive
summary of each meeting, detailing what actions affect FUDS, and
recommend FUDS position on all actions affecting us. Lead
coordination of Perchlorate sampling/action strategy. Support
responding to biannual DoD IPR questions. FIIP revisions/ tracking
/and monitoring; day to day management of requests for information
from the field. Develop and implement initiative to complete all
FUDS MMRP SIs by 2010. Coordinate transfer of any Army MMRP
sites including programming of Preliminary Assessment (Pas).
Facilitate ranges to projects conversion. The Contactor shall travel
approximately 6 trips per year to Omaha, NE and Huntsville, AL.
Attend meetings within the northern Virginia and District of
Columbia metropolitan area. Lead initiative to realign the entire
inventory of FUDS MMRP projects to correspond with DoDs
Munitions Response Areas (MRA) and Munitions Response Sites
(MRSs) definitions. Lead development of Munitions Response Site
Prioritization Protocol (MRSPP) policy and implementation and
manage multiyear Regional Business Center (RBC) implementation.
The services require familiarization with the basis and requirements
of the FUDS Transformation document for restructuring from 22 to
13 the number of USACE Districts executing the FUDS Program.
The services require FUDS knowledge and experience of
programmatic and technical FUDS documents, such as USACE
Engineering Regulation (ER) 200-3-1, FUDS Program Policy, the
FUDS Cost to Complete (CTC) Estimate Handbook, a policy paper
on the Cleanup of Petroleum, Oils, and Lubricants (POL) at FUDS
Properties; a guidance document on how to interpret and apply
Applicable or Relevant and Appropriate Requirements (ARARs) for
CERCLA responses at FUDS Properties; and the study to address the
Transition of Military Munitions FUDS Projects from the
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and
Liability Act (CERCLA) Removal to Remedial Response Process.
Research preparation of written responses to inquiries by DoD,
Department of the Army (DA), and others regarding the FUDS
program, including accomplishments, initiatives, and topics of
specific or general interest. The services require expertise and
experience in FUDS processes, FUDS program requirements, FUDS
program, goals and milestones, DoD and Army program
requirements, and FUDSMIS. The services require oversight and
guidance for preparation of FUDS RACER initiatives and FUDS CTC
initiatives. The services require representation on the FUDSMIS
Working Group which has responsibilities for database improvement
initiatives. Serve as a Headquarters (HQ) FUDS and Hazardours,
Toxic and Radiological Waste (HTRW)-Center of Expertise (CX)
FUDS representative for national program meetings. The level of
effort and price analysis assumed 1,860 labor hours per year for a
Program/Senior Project Manager position. The analysis also assumed
twelve TDY trips per year to USACE offices including Regional
Business Center (RBCs), CXs and districts. 3. SUBMISSION
REQUIREMENTS The decision to award to a qualified 8(a) sole
source award is being considered pending the evaluation of responses
to this sources sought announcement. The Government wishes to
identify qualified sources under North American Industry
Classification System (NAICS) 541620, Environmental Consulting
Services. Interested firms should submit a document which furnishes
information describing relevant demonstrated experience and
qualifications in the following format: Submission should be made in
writing within 14 days from the date of this announcement and should
not exceed 12 one sided, 8 1/2 X 11 pages. This submission should be
Times New Roman, font size 12. The submission will address all
questions in the Sources Sought Questionnaire and your ability to
perform the services stated in the Project Information section of this
Sources Sought. Computer files must be compatible with Microsoft
Word 2003. This synopsis is for information and planning purposes
only and IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) nor does its
issuance restrict the Government as to the ultimate acquisition
approach. The Government will NOT reimburse the contractor for
any cost associated with preparing or submitting a response to this
notice. NO HARDCOPY OR FACSIMILE SUBMISSIONS WILL
BE ACCEPTED. Cover letters and extraneous materials (brochures,
etc.) will not be considered. Questions concerning submissions should
be directed to Jeanette G Mathena, Contract Specialist at (256)
895-1136 (jeanette.mathena@us.army.mil). Personal visits for the
purpose of discussing this announcement will not be scheduled. THIS
IS NOT A REQUEST FOR A PROPOSAL. SOURCES SOUGHT
QUESTIONNAIRE 1. What is the name of your business? 2. What is
your business address? 3. Identify a responsible point of contact who
can be contacted regarding your response, their phone number, and
e-mail address. 4. Is your firm a certified 8(a) small business? 5.
Would you be proposing on this project as a sole contractor, prime
contractor with subcontractor(s). 6. Experience: Does your company
have FUDMIS experience or similar related experience? If so,
provide customer references, locations, and dates. 7. Capabilities:
Does your company have the capabilities and personnel qualifications
to provide FUDMIS Support Services? If so, provide specific
examples of that capability. 8. Capacity: Please provide specific
details on your current and projected capacity to perform multiple
task orders at the same time. 9. Management: Does your company
have the capability to manage Services in a cost effective, timely, and
contract conforming manner? Please provide specific examples based
on previous projects. 10. Quality: Does your company have
experience in providing and maintaining an effective quality control
program? Provide examples. 11. Work location: Does your company
have the ability to work in Washington DC ? CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=73f193844f024f48803d5d80038f09af&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/19/08
SPONSOR: Department of the Army, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers,
U.S. Army Engineer District, Huntsville, US Army Corps of
Engineers, Huntsville, P. O. Box 1600, Huntsville, AL 35807-4301
PUBLICATION DATE: August 21, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2460
AFCEE ECOS09 INDUSTRY DAY (SNOTE)
SOL FA8903-09-R-8374 POC: Sheri A. Brassfield, 210-536-4492;
Yvonne Y. Camarce, 210-536-5773, E-MAIL:
sheri.brassfield@brooks.af.mil , yvonne.camarce@brooks.af.mil
POP: World wide with an emphasis on CONUS, USA. NAICS:
562910 THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS NOT A NOTICE OF
SOLICITATION ISSUANCE. THIS IS A NOTIFICATION FOR
INDUSTRY DAY. The Air Force Center for Engineering and the
Environment (AFCEE), Brooks City-Base, TX, is planning to
contract with small business firms to perform Environmental,
Construction and Operations & Services 2009 (ECOS09). The
ECOS09 contract will be a tool for AFCEE to provide Government
customers' access to competent small business contractors to satisfy
their construction and environmental operations and services needs.
The ECOS09 contract offers a broad range of construction, repair,
and demolition work to include both traditional and environmental
construction. Work ordered under the contract will be that arising
from, driven by, or in support of the worldwide AFCEE mission. In
addition, this contract will provide operations and services for
environmental conservation, compliance, pollution prevention and
cleanup activities, and will include ordnance removal and disposal,
and energy management. The ECOS09 program is the follow-on to
the ECOS program. The draft ECOS09 solicitation will be posted to
FedBizOps (https://www.fbo.gov) and the AFCEE ECOS09 website
at https://www.afceeprivweb.brooks.af.mil/pkv/ecos09/default.asp
on or about September 8, 2008. AFCEE anticipates the award of
Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts to multiple
firms using NAICS code 562910. AFCEE currently anticipates
awarding approximately 5-8 contracts to small businesses. AFCEE
reserves the right to adjust the total awards based on the quality and
quantity of proposals received. Industry Day is for the purposes of
collecting market research in support of the AFCEE ECOS09
program. Contractors must register through the ECOS09 website to
attend Industry day no later than September 9, 2008 at
http://www.afcee.brooks.af.mil/pkv/ecos09/industryday/
The ECOS09 Industry Day will be held at Hotel Valencia, 150 E
Houston Street, San Antonio TX 78205. Registration is restricted to
Prime Contractors only with a limit of three (3) attendees per prime
contractor, one of which attendees must be the prime. NO
EXCEPTIONS. (Ex: one attendee prime plus two attendees
subcontractors; two attendees prime plus one attendee subcontractor;
three attendees prime; etc.) For your convenience, AFCEE has
reserved 65 sleeping rooms for Monday, September 15, 2008, and
25 sleeping rooms for Tuesday, September 16, 2008. Make your
reservations by August 29, 2008 to receive a special group rate of
$112/night. Reservations can be made by dialing the hotel directly at
866-842-0100 and by using the group code GRPECOS09. Visit the
ECOS09 website at
http://www.afcee.brooks.af.mil/pkv/ecos09/industryday/
for conference registration, hotel registration, agenda, slides and other
pertinent information. CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=ac39d632dd8f7285ddca1165b371dad6&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/19/08
SPONSOR: Department of the Air Force, Air Force Materiel
Command, HQ AFCEE - AF Center for Engineering and the
Enviroment, HQ AFCEE/AC, 3300 Sidney Brooks, Brooks
City-Base, TX 78235-5112
PUBLICATION DATE: August 21, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2460
DESIGN/BUILD RCRA COMPLIANT MIXED WASTE
LANDFILL (SRCSGT)
SOL 5-TW-08 DUE 08/29/08 POC: Thomas A. Williamson, 702-295-
4071, E-MAIL: williata@nv.doe.gov POP: Nevada Test Site, Mercury,
Nevada 89023. NAICS: 238910. The Environmental Management
Group at the Nevada Test Site is requesting an expression of interest
for a design/built subcontract for a Resource Conservation and
Recovery Act (RCRA) compliant mixed waste landfill. The landfill
must include a double liner and a leachate collection system with an
approximate disposal capacity of 20,000 cubic meters. As an option,
the design, installation and development of approximately four
RCRA compliant, groundwater monitoring wells (approximate depth
of 900 feet) may be part of the subcontract. Engineering drawings
must be compatible with MicroStation V8 XM edition. All on-site
construction work must be performed in accordance with the
Construction Project Labor Agreements for the Nevada Test Site. A
copy of this labor agreement can be found on the Internet at
http://www.nstec.com/ppmgt/pdfs/07const.pdf. The successful
Subcontractor will also be required to have a Quality Assurance
Program that meets the requirements of 10CFR830.120. An audit of
your facility to verify you are working to this program may also be
required prior to award. Interested parties shall submit evidence of
prior experience on similar projects to the point of contact listed
above. CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=e3afe8b0b71666cc737c9b4b47b868fa&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/21/08
SPONSOR: Department of Energy, National Security Technologies
LLC (DOE Contractor), National Security Technologies LLC, PO
Box 98521, Las Vegas, NV 89193
PUBLICATION DATE: August 23, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2462
EMERGENCY SPILL RESPONSE & HAZARDOUS WASTE
DISPOSAL SERVICE (PRESOL)
SOL DE-RQ65-08WN79094 DUE 091108 POC: Kimberly Ford,
Contracting Officer, 916-353-4435, E-MAIL: kford@wapa.gov ;
Lucy Boswell, Contract Specialist, 916-353-4537, E-Mail:
BOSWELL@wapa.gov Western Area Power Administration
(WAPA), Sierra Nevada Region (SNR) located in Folsom, California,
has a requirement for Emergency Spill Response and Hazardous
Waste Disposal Service for central and northern California locations
within SNR. The Government intends to award up to three (3)
Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity, performance-based contracts,
two (2) under full and open competition and one (1) that is set-aside
for small business. The NAICS for this requirement is 562112 with a
size standard of $11.5 million. Itis anticipated that the period of
performance will be a 12-month base year with two (2) 12-month
option years. The specifics of the requirement is contained in the
Performance Work Statement (PWS). Offers will be evaluated and an
award will be based on the "best value" to the Government. CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=0b988e5cd6c6e10196b8880ee49e17dc&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/22/08
SPONSOR: Department of Energy, Federal Locations, All DOE
Federal Contracting Offices, 12155 W. Alameda Parkway Lakewood,
CO
PUBLICATION DATE: August 24, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2463
SCIENTIFIC SERVICE FOR THE STUDY OF RADIATION IN
THE ENVIRONMENT (PRESOL)
SOL 2008-N-10726 DUE 091208 POC: Michael E. Allen, 770-488-
2856, E-MAIL: MEAllen@cdc.gov POP: TBD USA. NAICS:
541711. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
anticipates releasing a solicitation to conduct scientific study of the
risk of exposure to radiation in the environment. The National Center
for Environmental Health (NCEH) of the U.S. Department of Health
and Human Services requires services from potential offerors with
experience in radiation risk analysis relating to cancer, other chronic
diseases caused by radiation, or adverse reproductive outcomes. The
contractor must have diverse skills in risk analysis, toxicology, health
physics, environmental exposure assessment, and estimation of health
risks from chemicals and radionuclides and be able to satisfy the data
quality objectives consistent with the planning, performing and
assessing dose or risk-based released criteria based on Multi- Agency
Radiation Survey & Site Investigation Manual (MARSSIM)
guidelines. The contractor will often be required to design and
manage web pages or large databases and write computer programs.
The contractor will require public communications skills for tasks
such as writing newsletters and fact sheets, creating Web pages,
preparing training material, and preparing multi-media public
presentations. NCEH intends, within the limitations stated herein, to
satisfy these requirements through the continued use of in-house
scientific, technical and operational staff and through task orders
under this contract. The Government intends to set aside qualified
small business firms under North American Industry Classification
System (NAICS) Code 541711, employee standard 500. Firms should
have the capability to perform scientific services for the study of the
risk of exposure to radiation. Because the timing and size of task
orders cannot be entirely predicted, the work load may fluctuate
during the year. Therefore, CDC contemplates an IDIQ type contract
with firm-fixed price task order with Base Year and four Option
Years, not to exceed 60 months. The Request for Proposal will be
available on or about September 15, 2008 and will be posted to
www.fbo.gov. No telephone requests will be accepted. CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=814ab59f18ac332f9a47ed63d7b9a816&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/22/08
SPONSOR: Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention, Procurement and Grants Office
(Atlanta), 2920 Brandywine Road, Room 3000, Atlanta, GA
30341-4146
PUBLICATION DATE: August 24, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2463
HAZARDOUS WASTE - VISN 4 (PRESOL)
SOL VA-244-08-IB-0379 DUE 092308 POC: Cheryl A Weidner,
Contract Specialist. NAICS: 562211. The Department of Veterans
Affairs VISN 4 has a requirement for the procurement of Hazardous
Waste Disposal Services for each of its facilities for a period of one
(1) base year with 2 one year renewal options. Services are for
pickup, disposal and/or recycling of hazardous and specialized waste
materials in compliance with all applicable federal, state, county, city
and local laws, rules and regulations as stated in the solicitation for
multiple sites within the VISN to include Altoona, Butler,
Coatesville, Erie, Lebanon, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Wilkes-Barre
in Pennsylvania; Clarksburg, West Virginia, and Wilmington,
Delaware. This is a 100% set-aside procurement for Service-Disabled
Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). The NAICS code is
562211 with a small business size standard of $11.5M. Electronic
Solicitation will be available on/about September 2, 2008 to
interested parties through electronic data interchange at
http://www.fedbizopps.gov/ for downloading. The offeror is
responsible to download all amendments and other documents from
this website without further notices from the Department of Veterans
Affairs. It is highly recommended that you complete the solicitation
mailing list on the website before downloading the solicitation.
Contact VAeCMSAdmin@va.gov regarding any problems
downloading the solicitation from the website. Hard copy requests
must be submitted in writing to the attention of Cheryl Weidner at
Contracting Office (90C-H), VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, 7180
Highland Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15206;
Cheryl.Weidner@med.va.gov; or faxed to 412-365-5451. No
telephone requests will be accepted. This procurement is subject to
the availability of funds. Bid Opening is scheduled for September 23,
2008 at 2:00 PM (local Pittsburgh time) at the VA Pittsburgh
Healthcare System, Contracting Office (90C-H), 7180 Highland
Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, Building #4, 3rd floor, Room 346e.
CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=3fb670fcc33cccda4a9eac5c327f3fde&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/18/08
SPONSOR: Department of Veterans Affairs; Contracting Office
(90C-H);VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System;7180 Highland Drive;
Pittsburgh PA 15206
PUBLICATION DATE: August 20, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2459
SITE INVESTIGATION AND REMOVAL ACTION FOR
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (AWARD)
POC: Jim Read, Contract Specialist, 760-252-6112, E-MAIL:
jim_read@nps.gov CNT P8380080063 AMT 20929 DTD 082108
TO: The Lebaugh Group, Inc., 2124 Main St #200, Huntington Beach
CA 92648-7431. No description provided. CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=635a35ec87a4bf0731385d559c0f766f&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/22/08
SPONSOR: PWR - MOJA Mojave National Preserve National Park
Service2701 Barstow Road Barstow CA 92311
PUBLICATION DATE: August 24, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2463
ERRS 3 - SDVOSB (AWARD)
SOL PR-R5-07-10015 DUE 112006 POC: Robert A. Eichenfeld,
Contract Specialist, 312-886-2196, E-Mail:
eichenfeld.robert@epa.gov ; Norvelle Merrill-crawford, Placement
Contracting Officer, 312-886-6271, E-Mail:
merrill-crawford.norvelle@epa.gov CNT EP-S5-08-04 AMT
105,151,342.00 LINE All DTD 082208 To: Lata-Kemron
Remediation, LLC 2424 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Suite 400.
Albuquerque, NM 87110. NAICS: 562910. Provide support for the
Emergency and Rapid Response Services (ERRS) class of contracts
for the Superfund Division Emergency Response Branch located in
EPA's Region 5 offices. CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=97e36b5d33e37373a5bd75fd10030a22&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/22/08
SPONSOR: Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Acquisition
Management, Region V, Acquisition and Assistance Section
(MMC-10J), Contracts Section, 10th Floor 77 West Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL 60604
PUBLICATION DATE: August 24, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2463
> FedBizOpps Notices for August 11-15, 2008
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If you would like to search for additional current and archived notices, or receive notification of solicitation amendments, please visit the FedBizOpps web site.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION WORK AT
MARINE CORPS INSTALLATIONS IN THE NAVAL
FACILITIES ENGINEERING COMMAND SOUTHWEST
(NAVFACSW) AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (PRESOL)
SOL N6247308R3530 DUE 092908 POC: Carlos Donado,
619-532-4714; Tanya Foster, 619-532-4157. NAICS: 562910
This procurement is to obtain services for performing
environmental restoration at environmentally contaminated
sites located at Marine Corps installations only in the
NAVFACSW footprint. The sites will consist of those ranked
on the Superfund National Priority List (NPL) as well as non-
NPL sites regulated under Comprehensive Environmental
Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA),
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA),
Underground Storage Tanks (UST), and other sites that
might require remedial action and is being advertised on
restricted basis inviting Service Disabled Veteran Owned
Small Business (SDVOSB). This procurement uses the two-
phase selection procedures and consists of one solicitation
covering both phases. Source Selection procedures will be
used with the intent to award a firm-fixed price Indefinite
Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to the responsible
Offeror whose proposal, conforming to the Request for
Proposal (RFP), is the most advantageous and offers the
best value to the Government, price and other factors
considered. The North American Industry Classification
System(NAICS) Codes for this procurement are 562910
and 541620, with an applicable size standard of less than
500 employees. Qualified Joint Ventures (JV) may propose.
Generally, a qualified JV consists of at least one small,
SDVOSB firm, and all other participants must be small
under the NAICS codes for this requirement (FAR 19.403
a-d). Large firms (NAICS 562910, greater than 500
employees; or NAICS 541620, greater than $6.5 million)
may be subcontractors; however, if a teaming arrangement
with a large firm is submitted, that team will be disqualified.
The estimated task order range is between $20,000
minimum and $15,000,000 maximum. The estimated value
of this contract is not to exceed $30,000,000. The
Government intends to evaluate proposals and award
without discussions. Selection for award will be based on
evaluation of the following: Phase One: Factor 1 - Recent
experience preparing CERCLA documents and conducting
CERCLA field work and cleanups on Marine Corps
Installations, Factor 2 - Capacity and Management, Factor
3 - Past Performance; Phase Two: Factor 4 - Professional
Qualifications, and Factor 5 Price. The Phase One evaluation
will result in a determination of the most highly qualified
Offerors. These Offerors will be requested to submit a Phase
Two proposal. A maximum of five (5) Offerors will be
selected to submit a Phase Two proposal. THE
SOLICITATION WILL BE AVAILABLE IN ELECTRONIC
FORMAT ONLY. The Phase One RFP will be posted on the
NECO website at www.neco.navy.mil on or about August
30, 2008. No hard copies will be provided. IT IS THE
CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY TO CHECK THE
WEBSITE PERIODICALLY FOR ANY AMENDMENTS
TO THE SOLICITATION. Prospective Offerors MUST
register themselves on the website. Plan holders lists
will not be faxed and will be available only at the website
listed above. A site visit will be held only during Phase
Two. CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=a0f2294f3e0ea4d4413f5b02c1557cca&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/15/08
SPONSOR: Department of the Navy, Naval Facilities Engineering
Command, NAVFAC Southwest, Central IPT, N62473, CODE ROPCA.
1220 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA
PUBLICATION DATE: August 17, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2456
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE OF NANO-SCALE PARTICLES (UC) (PRESOL)
SOL PR-CI-08-11170 DUE 082208 POC: William M. Yates, Contract
Specialist, 513-487-2055, E-Mail: yates.william@epa.gov NAICS: 541711,
Commercial Items. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with the University of
Cincinnati?s Environmental Engineering Laboratories, Cincinnati, Ohio to
purchase services to conduct a comparative study of Natural Materials with
Engineered Nano-Particles for the Office of Research and
Development/National Risk Management Research Laboratory (NRMRL)
Cincinnati Ohio.EPA/NRMRL is looking to study the fate and transport of
nano-particles in soil systems and how the presence of these nano-particles
influence contaminant transports and soil remediation technologies. EPA will
focus this research on comparing nano-particles occurring naturally with
engineered ones based on their mobility in soil systems, aggregation and
dissolution to increase the understanding on the fate of nano-particles. EPA
intends to use materials such as silica as a model for naturally occurring
nano-materials, whereas titania and iron oxide for engineered particles
having varying reactive properties. The mobility of nano-particles through
porous media and their tendency to aggregate or agglomerate to form larger
macro-scale particles will be evaluated under different conditions. EPA will
study the influence of accumulated nano-materials on contaminants mobility
and soil remediation technologies such as encapsulation techniques. A.
MINIMUM GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS: The contractor shall have the
facility and expertise in measuring the fate and movement of environmentally
persistent contaminant in soil. The equipment for the comparative study of
Natural Materials with Engineered Nano-Particles include: - Experimental
system will be built to simulate ground water and nano-particles movement.
The system will allow varying process variables and sample collections from
various points in the process. - Analytical system for the Characterization of
the particles: number, size and concentration including particle size, surface
area and pore size distribution apparatus for solid nano-particles, and
imaging instruments such as electron microscopy and transmission electron
microscopy. - pH and conductivity meters and analytical balances - Gas
chromatography (GC) instruments with a wide variety of detectors (FID,
ECD, ELCD, PID, and TCD) for analyzing a wide variety of volatile species. -
Gas chromatograph/mass spectrometers (GC/MS) for specific compound
determination in complex environmental samples. - High pressure liquid
chromatographs (HPLC) with diode array detectors for analyzing nonvolatile
compounds. - Chemical oxygen demand heating blocks and visible
colorimeters for routine absorbance measurements. B. KEY FEATURES: A
bench-scale and pilot-scale laboratory facilities to perform air, water, and
wastewater treatment studies, a microelectrode laboratory for biofilm
analysis, an aerosol and air quality laboratory, a gas pollution control
laboratory, and a state-of-the-art computational laboratory with an integrated
computer data acquisition system. The North American Industry
Classification Code (NAICS) is 541711, size standard of 500. THIS NOTICE
OF INTENT is not a request for competitive proposals. No solicitation
document is available. However, interested parties may identify their interest
and capability of meeting EPA requirements by submitting technical
documentation to William M. Yates, Contracting Officer, at the office
identified above, by fax (513) 487-2107 or by e-mail yates.william@epa.gov.
The technical documentation must establish that the instrument to be
provided meets all requirements. Anticipated award date is September 15,
2008. Documentation must be submitted to William M Yates by 3:00 PM,
August 22, 2008 in order to be considered by EPA. A determination not to
compete the proposed requirement based upon responses to this notice is
solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will
normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to
conduct a competitive procurement or to proceed on a sole source basis.
Point of Contact for this requirement is William M Yates, Contracting Officer,
at (513) 487-2055, or via e-mail at yates.william@epa.gov. Questions must
be submitted in writing to William M Yates via Fax (513) 487-2107 or via
e-mail. Telephone queries will not be honored. CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=3d666d4532ddfc69e8479e0c1060084b&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/12/08
SPONSOR: Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Acquisition
Management, EPA/Ohio, Cincinnati Procurement Operations Division 26 W.
Martin Luther King Drive Cincinnati, OH 45268
PUBLICATION DATE: August 14, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2453
BIOREMEDIATION OF CHLORINATED ETHENES (CES) IN THE
CONSTRUCTED WETLANDS AT WPAFB: CHLORINATED
SOLVENT-DEGRADING MICROBES AND BIOGEOCHEMICAL
PROCESSES AT THE CONSTRUCTED WETLAND FIELD SITE AND IN
SIMULATED SYSTEMS (BENCH-SCALE REACTORS). (SNOTE)
SOL FA8601-08-T-0061 DUE 08/18/08 POC: Amanda Morris,
937-522-4588, E-MAIL: amanda.morris@wpafb.af.mil POP: AFIT/ENV Lab,
2950 Hobson Way, Bldg 644, also AFIT Field Site, Skeel Ave, Area A,
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433. NAICS: 611310. The proposed contract
involves environmental sampling and analysis of these samples by
specialized equipment is required to support a team effort that is exploring
and demonstrating the use of constructed wetlands to remediate
contaminated groundwater on Air Force bases. The demonstration is
operated by AFIT and is located in Area C of WPAFB. State of Ohio funding
has previously established the research team working on the project,
composed of faculty and students from AFIT and Wright State University.
This work continues the efforts started by that team toward publication of
findings that will contribute to the fielding of this technology. The government
intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of
FAR 13.106-1(b) (1) and FAR 6.302-1(a) (2) (iii). The proposed source is
Wright State University, which has been part of the research effort from the
beginning and is currently serving on student research committees at both
institutions and publishing research papers in conjunction with AFIT on this
project. The contractor has the unique knowledge of the particular field
sampling challenges at the site as well as knowledge of the direction of the
research and its required changes in the context of new research data as it
is collected. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotations;
however, any quotation received within five (5) days of the issuance of this
notice will be considered by the government. A determination by the
government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to
this notice is solely within the discretion of the government. Information
received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining
whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Any quotations should be
faxed to Amanda Morris, 88 CONS/PKBB, 937-257-3926, or e-mailed to
amanda.morris@wpafb.af.mil no later than 18 August 2008. Only proposals
received by this date will be considered. Any questions should be directed to
Amanda Morris at 937-522-4588. All information regarding this acquisition
will be posted on the World Wide Web at http://www.fbo.gov CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=eab4554b3bbd3d3fc1b24117e6b25df5&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/13/08
SPONSOR: Department of the Air Force, Air Force Materiel Command, ASC
- Aeronautical Systems Center, 2275 D Street, Wright-Patterson AFB,
OH 45433-7218
PUBLICATION DATE: August 15, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2454
PERFORM ANNUAL ASBESTOS SURVEY (PRESOL)
SOL F3M3C18211A001 DUE 08/28/08 POC: Cynthia Williams,
910-394-5688, E-MAIL: Cynthia.Williams@pope.af.mil POP: Pope AFB, NC
28308-2896, Pope AFB, North Carolina, 28308. NAICS: 541620. (1) This is
a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in
accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional
information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only
solicitation. Proposals are requested and a written solicitation will not be
issued. (ii)This solicitation/synopsis reference number is F3M3C18211A001
and is being issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). (iii)This solicitation
document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect
through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-16. (iv)This acquisition is 100%
set-aside for small businesses. The associated NAICS code is 541620 with a
$6.5 Million size standard. (v)This requirement consists of one Line Item:
Perform annual asbestos survey of approximately 49 buildings. Description
is as follows: In 2004, the United States Air Force contracted a company to
conduct a baseline survey to locate and identify asbestos-containing
materials (ACM) in existing Pope AFB facilities. The company assessed the
quantity and condition of ACM in each facility surveyed and provided a report
documenting the findings. This report serves as the baseline from which an
annual update will be performed and documented. The contractor will
provide the labor and materials required to perform the Annual update to the
baseline asbestos survey. Following the approach outline in the baseline
survey, the contractor will: Review the existing baseline survey report and
any other facility records which can be supplied by base personnel;
Inspectors must be accredited for this work by the State of North Carolina to
perform asbestos surveying, copy of the accreditation must be provided at
time of award; Visually inspect each facility to assess the current condition
of documented ACM; Utilize protocols established by the Asbestos Hazard
Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Provide a report, similar in format and
structure to the baseline survey, documenting all findings. Baseline survey
is available for review; Provide specific recommendations that address any
needed ACM maintenance or removal, by building, location, and type;
Inspectors to install an adhesive sticker containing the month, year, and
inspectors name at each location where asbestos is found. The project
deliverables are: A final report, documenting the effort, findings, data, and
recommendations as described in 2(e) and 2(f) above. Four hard copies and
a CD-ROM of the final report. Project Schedule: The survey will be
completed within 60 days from receipt of contractual Notice of Award; The
final report will be delivered not later than 90 days from receipt of contractual
Notice of Award. (vi) Pricing shall be FOB Destination. (vii) The clauses and
provisions that apply to this acquisition are identified at length in the on-line
FBO notice. (viii)Defense Priorities and Allocation System: Not Applicable.
(ix) Response to this combined synopsis/solicitation must be received via
email, fax, mail, or delivery by 28 AUG 08 not later than 4:00 PM Eastern
Standard time. Requests should be marked with purchase request number.
F3M3C18211A001. All responsible sources may submit a quotation; all
prospective contractors must be registered in the CCR data base prior to
submitting a proposal. (x)Address questions to Cynthia Williams, at (910)
394-5688, fax (910) 394-6279, email: Cynthia.Williams@pope.af.mil. (xi)For
more opportunities, visit http://www.selltoairforce.org, and
http://www.sba.gov. CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=bd1b3eb3a9048300d623a8c4ebc02a7c&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/14/08
SPONSOR: Department of the Air Force, Air Mobility Command, 43rd
CONS, 1443 Reilly Rd, Suite C, Pope AFB, NC 28308-2896
PUBLICATION DATE: August 16, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2455
OPEN END HTRW TESTING CONTRACT (MOD)
SOL W912P4-O8-R-0012 DUE 091608 POC: Sabrina L Brinkman,
716-879-4259; Jeffrey G. Ernest, 716-879-4173, E-MAIL:
sabrina.l.brinkman@usace.army.mil, jeffrey.g.ernest@usace.army.mil
POP: NY and OH, USA. NAICS: 541380. Open end contract for physical,
chemical, radiological, and biological testing of soil, sediment,
tissue, waste, water, and air samples. Work will include,
but not be limited to: supplying all personnel, equipment, and supplies
necessary to conduct the analytical testing listed above. The samples will
originate anywhere within the boundaries of the Lakes and Rivers Division
of the US Army Corps of Engineers. All necessary sample containers and
coolers will be provided to the Government. The laboratory performing the
analyses shall be accredited by the National Environmental Laboratory
Accreditation Program, and be compliant with the most recent version of the
Department of Defense Quality Systems Manual. Standardized analytical
methods will be utilized in order to provide technically valid and legally
defensible data. Laboratory reports and electronic data deliverables will be
developed and provided to the Government. Two contracts will be issued to
the lowest responsible bidders. NAICS code is 541380. Size standard is
$11.0 million. Total Small Business Set Aside. BID SUBMITTAL
REQUIREMENTS: Standard Form 1442, entitled 'Solicitation, Offer, and
Award'; Bid Schedule Pages; electronically register at http://orca.bpn.gov;
bid bonds; and signed amendments in order to be considered responsive.
CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=4c9717d30ef5923c3760bbe27cc8d40f&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/11/08
SPONSOR: Department of the Army, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S.
Army Engineer District, Buffalo, 1776 Niagara St., Buffalo, NY 14207-3199
PUBLICATION DATE: August 13, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2452
LABORATORY WASTE REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL (PRESOL)
SOL VA-248-08-RQ-0470 DUE 082908 POC: Cathy Donovan, (727)
398-9328. POP: 10000 Bay Pines Blvd., Bay Pines, Florida 33744. NAICS:
562211 Bay Pines VA Healthcare System anticipates the award of a firm
fixed-price contract for hazardous waste removal. Contractor shall provide
transportation, treatment, storage and disposal of the non-radioactive
hazardous waste from bldg. 100, second floor laboratory at the Bay Pines
VA Healthcare System, 10000 Bay Pines Blvd., Bay Pines, Florida 33744.
Waste to be shipped offsite to include RQ Waste Flammable Liquids, n.o.s.
(xylene, methanol, UN1993, PGH (D001,F003). Pricing will be based on
five-gallon drums with a monthly estimate of 28 drums. All information for
this solicitation will be posted on Federal Business Opportunities (FBO) at
www.fbo.gov. No hard copies will be available. This solicitation is 100%
set-aside to small businesses under the NAICS code 562211. All prospective
bidders must be registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) at
www.ccr.gov/index.cfm. We anticipate issuing the solicitation on or about
August 14, 2008 with a closing date on or about August 29, 2008. Please
direct all questions regarding this procurement to Cathy Donovan, Contract
Specialist by phone at 727-398-9328, by fax at 727-319-1249, or by email at
Catherine.Donovan@va.gov. CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=d07be73d297e600da8fa41b7b52d5db8&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/11/08
SPONSOR: Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Bay Pines Health Care
System, Bay Pines VA
PUBLICATION DATE: August 13, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2452
BOLLING AFB BASEWIDE MOLD REMEDIATION (MOD)
SOL FA7012-08-T-0010(Mold_Remediation) DUE 080808 POC: Calvin
Ishee, (202) 404-7770; Maria B. Williams, (202) 767-8103, E-MAIL:
calvin.ishee@bolliing.af.mil, maria.williams@bolling.af.mil POP: 20 MacDill
Blvd Suite 400, Bolling AFB, DC 20032. NAICS: 562910. THE
SOLICITATION IS CANCELLED. CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=f4d00fe35e84290f19f65e81fda4bca7&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/12/08
SPONSOR: Department of the Air Force, Direct Reporting Units, 11th
CONS, 110 Luke Avenue Building 5681, Bolling AFB, DC 20332-0305
PUBLICATION DATE: August 14, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2453
HAZPRINT (PRESOL)
SOL HSTS02-08-R-TTC519 POC: Audrey A. Taylor, 571-227-1582; Ricky
McGlothin, 571-227-1770, E-MAIL: audrey.taylor@dhs.gov,
Ricky.McGlothin@dhs.gov POP: Main place of performance is the
contractor's enrollment locations and/or travel site. Location may vary
within the 50 United States and the District of Columbia. NAICS: 561611.
INTRODUCTION: The purpose of this Pre-Solicitation Notice for the
Transportation Threat Assessment & Credentialing (TTAC), Hazmat Threat
Assessment Program (HTAP) office is to request contractor support a
single-point information management system and web site tool that enables
applicants to submit biographic and biometric (fingerprints) information,
collect fees, and provide applicants information on services and enrollment
locations. The system will operate totally from the established fees collected
according to DHS, TSA, and Hazmat Fee Rules: Fees for Security Threat
Assessments for Hazmat Drivers; Final Rule (49CFR Part 1572 January 13,
2005). BACKGROUND The Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing
Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism (USA
PATRIOT) Act was enacted on October 25, 2001. Section 1012 of the USA
PATRIOT Act amended 49 U.S.C. Chapter 51 by adding a new section
5103a titled lLimitation on Issuance of Hazmat Licenses.m Section 5103a
prohibits a State from issuing to any individual a license to transport
hazardous materials in commerce unless a determination has been made
that the individual does not pose a security risk. The risk assessment
includes checks of relevant criminal history databases, immigration and legal
status, and relevant international databases where applicable. The TSA
Hazardous Materials Endorsement Threat Assessment Program meets this
statutory mandate and conducts a Security Threat Assessment (STA) for
anyone who seeks to apply for, renew or transfer a Hazardous Materials
Endorsement (HME) on their state-issued Commercial Drivers License
(CDL). The TSA security threat assessment includes a (1) fingerprint-based
FBI Criminal History Records Check (CHRC), (2) an immigration/legal status
check and (3) an intelligence-related check for ties to terrorism. Applicants
must forward biographical and biometric (fingerprint) information to TSA in
an approved and established format to facilitate the security threat
assessment process. TSA allowed States to elect to perform the
biographical and biometric collection, or utilize a TSA-contracted agent to
perform these functions on their behalf. Fifteen States currently collect the
required biographical information and biometric data through their
individually established and maintained programs. Thirty-Seven States and
the District of Columbia utilize the TSA-contracted agent (for the purposes of
this document it is understood the term lStatem or lStatesm includes the
District of Columbia). Additionally, drivers registered in a state serviced by
the contractor (TSA Agent) may be fingerprinted in any other state serviced
by the TSA Agent. CAPABILITIES COVERAGE Congress has directed that
this program be fee-based and self-sustaining. TSA established fees to fund
the threat assessment after providing the public an opportunity to comment
on proposed fees. The fee per applicant is comprised of three elements:
(1)the cost for collecting and processing fingerprint and application
information (vendor fee); (2)the fee the FBI charges to run the fingerprints
against the criminal history records; and (3)a TSA program fee to cover
costs to administer the program, including conducting the security threat
assessments. Payment of the Federal fee is a requirement to undergo the
TSA security threat assessment, and is established through the Federal
rule-making process. Vendors must have capability to remit fees collected,
directly to TSA. TSA seeks to identify a vendor that can provide the following
services above. The system is comprised of the following broad categories:
(1) Enrollment (2) Fingerprint Collection (3) Help Desk (4) Web site (5) Fee
Collection and Reconciliation (6) DHS/TSA IT system requirements
ADMINISTRATIVE The TSA intends to solicit for a Fee Based, Firm Fixed
Priced (FFP) contract on or around the August 29, 2008. This solicitation will
be for a one-year base period and (three) one-year option periods. This will
be a best value procurement. Any questions or inquiries must be emailed to
the TSA Office of Acquisition to Audrey.Taylor@dhs.gov and to
Ricky.McGlothin@dhs.gov. Contracting Officer: Ricky McGlothin
571-227-1770 Contract Specialist: Audrey Taylor 571-227-1582 Technical
Point of Contract: Jill Smith 571-227-2329 CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=de605a6afab99a195853c7682bd07fd8&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/12/08
SPONSOR: Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security
Administration, Headquarters TSA, 601 S. 12th Street, TSA-25,
10th Floor, Arlington, VA 22202
PUBLICATION DATE: August 14, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2453
RESTORATION OF BASE SEWER LINE, KINGSLEY FIELD ANG BASE,
KLAMATH FALLS, OREGON (PRESOL)
SOL KJAQ042961 DUE 090408 POC: Jody Owens, 503-584-3773. POP:
Kingsley Field ANG Base 221 Wagner Street STE 16 Klamath Falls OR
97603-1967. NAICS: 237110. This is a combined synopsis solicitation for the
rehabilitation of sewer lines at the Kingsley Field Air National Guard Base,
Klamath Falls, Oregon using trenchless technology and is prepared in
accordance with format Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional
information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only
solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not
be issued. Award of this acquisition is based on the governments availability
of funds. The solicitation number for this project is KJAQ042961 and is a
request for proposal. The North American Industry Classification System
(NAICS) code for this acquisition is 237110. This project is not set aside and
is open to large and small business concerns. The DPAS rating for this
acquisition is DC-02. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The United States Property
and Fiscal Office for Oregon is soliciting a proposal for the rehabilitation
of 4,700 (2200 LF of 10 pipe and 2500 LF of 8 pipe) of the existing sanitary
sewer system at Kingsley Field, Oregon using Trenchless Cured in Place
Pipe techniques. The Contractor will provide all labor, tools, equipment, and
materials to complete this project in accordance with all Federal, State,
county, and local regulations and codes. Contractor will protect all facilities,
grounds, equipment, and utilities not scheduled to receive work. It is the
responsibility of the Contractor to ensure that all safety, OSHA, DEQ, and
EPA rules and regulations are observed. Coordination with the Civil
Engineering office and the building users ten (10) days prior to start of work
is required. The new materials shall be warranted in writing against defects
for a period of one year. The installation will be warranted for one year
against any failure. The Contractor will be allowed to work on the base SDO
(scheduled day off) Mondays with approval of Civil Engineering CLIN 0001 -
Phase 1 Data Collection and Existing System Condition Determination CLIN
0001A - Data Collection. The Contractor will compile and review available
information regarding the existing sanitary sewer as needed. Existing maps,
construction drawings, as-built drawings, and studies will be collected and
reviewed. Both hard copies and electronic copies of the existing
infrastructure mapping will be reviewed. Existing videos and video logs of the
sanitary sewer system will be reviewed. Video and video logs will be
available for review prior to the proposal due date. CLIN 0001B - Kickoff
Meeting. The Contractor will arrange for a kickoff meeting to review project
objectives, goals, schedule, and anticipated deliverables. This kickoff
meeting will include personnel from ORANG, the Contractor, and potential
subcontractors. Immediately following this meeting, a site visit will be
conducted. CLIN 0001C - Underground Camera Inspection. The Contractor
shall use appropriate video equipment to physically inspect the current
conditions inside the portions of the main sanitary sewer system scheduled
to be repaired. The video survey will be used to evaluate current conditions
of the sewer pipe (e.g., structural characteristics, diameter and roundness,
leaking and damaged joints, blockages, and location of lateral connections)
to facilitate designing the liner to appropriate specifications. This process will
require accessing the sewer lines via manholes, temporarily
diverting/plugging sections of the sewer system, and directing a camera
through the pipes to visually inspect the sewer runs. CLIN 0001D - Design
and Specification of Liner System. The Contractor will use the results of the
video survey and site visit to select and design the appropriate liner
specifications, and the project materials needed to complete the project will
be ordered. Specific pipe lining materials, thicknesses, run lengths,
installation points, and temporary diversion or bypass sections will be
determined. CLIN 0002 - Phase 2 Sewer Liner Installation (2200 LF of 10
pipe and 2500 LF of 8 pipe) CLIN 0002A - Water Jet Blasting/Mechanical
Pipe Cleaning. Prior to installation of liners, the main sewer pipe will be
cleaned to remove any blockages or sediment that may interfere with proper
installation of the pipe liner. Lateral lines connected to the sanitary sewer line
will be temporarily plugged before the cleaning and in-situ repair activities.
Temporary hose lines and pumps will be used to reroute sewage around
segments of the main line undergoing repairs. Individuals with confined
space training and applicable permits will enter sanitary sewer manholes to
remove sediment from the laterals using a combination sewer
hydrojetter-vacuum truck and mechanical in-pipe apparatus. The Contractor
can assume that all sludge, sediment, wash water, and groundwater (i.e.,
clean-out waste) evacuated from the sanitary sewer will be discharged to the
sanitary sewer system. It is anticipated that clean water and condensate
generated during liner processing and installation will not be captured, but
will also be discharged to the sanitary sewer system. The project is not
expected to require any special waste handling provision and such provision
is not included in this SOW. The Contractor will follow the sewer cleaning
activities with video inspection to confirm effectiveness and assess
damages. The contractor will be responsible to repair any damage to the
system as a result of cleaning activities. CLIN 0002B- Structural Pipe Repair.
Depending on the specific liner technology selected, some areas exhibiting
excessive infiltration, settlement, or structural damage may require localized
structural repairs. In such cases the structural spot repairs will be performed
in-situ and then the pipe liner will be installed within the repaired sections
in continuous lengths extending from manhole to manhole. The contractor shall
ensure that proper pipe slope is maintained with repairs. No bellies in the
pipe will be accepted. In instances where the existing piping is completely
collapsed or in a state of advanced structural decay, invasive trenching and
pipe replacement may be needed. Such conditions will be determined on a
case-by case basis. CLIN 0002C - Sewer Lining. The sewer liners will be
installed using trenchless technology and following manufacturers
recommendations. Although the installation procedure varies by
manufacturer, in general, the pipe liner will be inserted into an entry manhole
where it will be extended using pressurized water or air or pulled through the
existing pipe using a tow cord inserted through the exit manhole. The pipe
liner will then be expanded in place to conform to the existing pipe and then
cured. The lateral sewer connections will be re-established using robotic
technology. The completed liner will structurally reinforce the existing pipe
and provide a continuous joint-free and low-friction surface in between
manholes. CLIN 0002D - Lateral Re-establishment of Side Services. A
remote controlled robotic device will be used to reinstate the laterals that
were identified and accurately mapped during the video inspection. CLIN
0002E- Post Video Inspection. A post-lining video camera survey of the pipe
will also be conducted to verify proper installation of lining and reopening
of lateral connections. Any areas that are found not in compliance with
manufacturers specifications will be removed and replaced. CLIN 0003 -
Phase 3 Draft and Final Reports CLIN 0003A - Prepare Draft & Final Report.
Contractor will provide ORANG a Draft Report. This report will summarize
the research, field activities, findings, and results of the repair measures
performed. Contractor will provide a Final Report incorporating comments
and revisions suggested by ORANG. The report will document the following
topics: a. Summary of the Existing System This section will include a
summary of existing information provided by ORANG regarding the sanitary
sewer system. b. Sewer Assessment This section will describe the collection
of the field data and discuss the initial existing condition of the sanitary
sewer lines. c. Liner Design This section will describe the selected materials
and specifications for the sewer pipe liners. d. Sewer Lining This section will
discuss the installation of the sewer liners, reestablishment of lateral
connections, and results of the confirmation video survey. e. Site Plan
AutoCAD drawings depicting repaired areas will be prepared and included in
the report. PROPOSAL CONTENT: The following shall be contained in
contractors proposal to be considered for award: Pricing for the above listed
services. Reference the above specified services (CLIN 0001 0003 and all
the sub clins). The Contractor shall include the following statements in the
proposal: (1) The terms and conditions of this solicitation are understood and
a subsequent award will be made upon availability of funds (2) Prices are
valid until December 1, 2008. (3) Central Contractor Registration (CCR)
information is updated and valid (4) Online Representations and
Certifications are updated and are included in this proposal. Product /
Service information: Existing product / service literature may supplement the
proposal if felt that it would better the governments understanding of the
product / service being offered. CENTRAL CONTRACTOR
REGISTRATION: The Offerors must be registered on the Central
Contractors Registration database (CCR).Information concerning CCR
requirements may be viewed via the Internet at http://www.ccr.gov or by
calling the CCR Registration Centers at 1-888-227-2423. Only contractors
who are registered in the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) can be
awarded a contract. ONLINE REPRESENTATIONS AND
CERTIFICATIONS: It is strongly advised that offerors submitting a proposal
for this project register and complete the Online Representations and
Certifications per FAR provision 52.212-3 and 252.212-7000. Offerors will
need to submit a copy of these representations and certifications with their
proposal. AWARD DECISION: 52.212-2 Evaluation of Commercial Items.
The Government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the
responsible Offeror whose proposal is the lowest price, is technically
acceptable and the service / product offered best conforms to the
governments requirements. The government intends to evaluate offers and
award a contract without discussions. The Government may reject any and
all offerors if such action is in the public interest; accept other than the lowest
offeror; and waive informalities and minor irregularities in offerors received.
EVALUATION FACTORS: Technically Acceptable: Offerors must be able to
demonstrate in their proposal that the product and service being offered is
capable of meeting the governments needs as specified in this solicitation.
Price and price related factors: The proposed amount will be evaluated
based on reasonableness and realism. Firms will either receive a rating of:
Fair (just meets governments requirements), Good (meets or exceeds the
governments requirements) or Excellent (Clearly exceeds the governments
requirements). Price and price related factors: Offerors should breakdown
pricing per included schedule (CLIN 0001 CLIN 0003 and all the sub clins).
SUBMISSION OF PROPOSAL: Submit your proposal to the USPFO for
Oregon, attn: Jody Owens, PO Box 14350 / 1776 Militia Way, Salem,
Oregon 97309 no later than 2:00 pm on September 4, 2008. Questions
pertaining to this solicitation can be directed to Jody Owens via e-mail at
jody.owens@us.army.mil. Questions pertaining to this proposal will need to
be submitted no later than August 29, 2008. PROVISIONS AND CLAUSES:
All FAR Clauses may be viewed in full text via the Internet at www.arnet.gov.
The solicitation documents and incorporated provisions and clauses are
those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 05-26. The FAR clauses
and provisions that apply to this RFP are identified in detail in the on-line
FBO notice (see CITE URL). CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=9a38b1c6851389d6f02617d20037dfad&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/15/08
SPONSOR: Department of the Army, National Guard Bureau, USPFO for
Oregon, USPFO for Oregon, ATTN: USPFO-P, P.O. Box 14840, Salem, OR
97309-5008
PUBLICATION DATE: August 17, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2456
REGIONAL MIDDLE EAST ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISOR (SRCSGT)
SOL 263-08-503 DUE 082708 POC: Nancy G. Rofael, 202-2522-7182;
Samia M Joseph, 202-2522-7180, E-MAIL: nrofael@usaid.gov ,
sjoseph@usaid.gov POP: USAID/ Egypt, Plot 1/A off Laselki St, New Maadi,
Cairo, Egypt, Postal Code 11435, Cairo, Egypt. NAICS: 541990.
ISSUANCE DATE: 8/13/2008 CLOSING DATE: 4:30 pm Cairo time on
08/27/2008 The United States Government, represented by the U.S. Agency
for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications from U.S.
citizens or U.S. resident alien, interested in providing PSC services as
described in the attached solicitation. Applicants must be able to obtain an
Employment Authorization security clearance. Submissions shall be in
accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified and
must include signed OF-612 and a written statement that responds to the
requirements of the position (Education/ Experience Required for the
position). Any questions on this solicitation may be directed to Nancy Rofael,
Human Resources Assistant, USAID/Egypt, EXO, who may be reached at
fax#: 011-202-2522-7197 or 011-202-2516-0388, tel.#: 011-202-2522-7182,
and email address: nrofael@suaid.gov or usaidhr@usaid.gov. If you would
like to apply electronically, please send your application & CV as an email
attachment to (usaidhr@usaid.gov). (PLEASE DO NOT SEND CVs TO
nrofael@usaid.gov E-MAIL) Applicants should retain for their records copies
of all enclosures which accompany their applications. All applications and
the required documents should be submitted to: EXO/HR - USAID/ Egypt
U.S. Mail: Nancy Rofael Human Resources Assistant EXO/HR USAID/
Egypt- Unit 64902 APO AE 09839-4902 Air courier: Nancy Rofael Human
Resources Assistant EXO/HR USAID/ Egypt Plot 1/A off Laselki St, New
Maadi, Cairo, Egypt Postal Code 11435 For those who wish to send their
application via pouch, please also send your application & CV by Email
attachment (usaidhr@usaid.gov) or FAX ((202) 2522-7197 or (202)
2516-0388) to ensure receipt of your application before the closing date.
Application forms, USG Optional Form 612(OF-612) can be located at:
OF-612: http://www.usaid.gov/forms/of-612.doc Offerors are requested to
provide their full mailing address and contact information (telephone, fax or
email). The U.S. Government is under no obligation to award a contract
based on this notice. Sincerely, Samia Joseph HR Officer SOLICITATION
NUMBER: 263-08-503 ISSUANCE DATE:08/13/2008 CLOSING
DATE/TIME:4:30 pm Cairo time on 08/27/2008 POSITION TITLE:Regional
Middle East Environmental Advisor MARKET VALUE:GS-14 PERIOD OF
PERFORMANCE:2 years with possibility of extension. PLACE OF
PERFORMANCE:USAID/Cairo, Egypt SECURITY ACCESS: Employment
Authorization AREA OF CONSIDERATION:U.S. Citizens or U.S. resident
aliens who are able to obtain the required security clearance. Note: A
candidate who is otherwise qualified, but does not meet full requirements of
the position, may be appointed as a trainee and be required to serve at a
lower grade level for the period of one year. A. ORGANIZATIONAL
LOCATION OF POSITION: The incumbent residence will be in Cairo, Egypt.
Cairo is the largest city in Africa and the Middle East. It has a number of
urban problems such as severe pollution, and traffic congestion. However, it
is relatively crime-free and offers many cultural and recreational
opportunities, including major museums, important historical sites, and most
sports. The Red Sea and the Mediterranean Sea are easily reachable and
provide opportunities for most water sports, especially snorkeling and scuba
diving. B.POSITION TITLE OF DIRECT SUPERVISOR: The USAID OFFICE
OF Middle East Programs in Cairo (USAID/OMEP) and the Middle East
Bureau office of Technical Support in Washington (ME/TS) will jointly provide
technical and programmatic supervision. USAID/OMEP will take the
supervisory lead on host mission activities while the Middle East BEO will
take the supervisory lead on environmental compliance (Reg. 216)
responsibilities. The REA reports to both the USAID/OMEP Deputy Director
and the ME BEO, and uses professional judgment and skills to plan and
carry out assigned activities, projects, or other assignments. S/he develops
recommendations to solve difficult problems without precedent, proposes
solutions to complex issues and discusses recommendations with his/her
technical supervisors. S/he is considered the lead authority for the Missions
and an Agency expert on environmental review and compliance procedures
and evaluation issues. The work is technically authoritative and almost
always accepted without substantive change and is only reviewed for
conformance to Agency policy. The Regional Environmental Advisor (REA)
for the Middle East will be physically located in Cairo, Egypt, but co-funded
by ME/TS and USAID/OMEP. Consequently, there must be close
collaboration between the USAID/OMEP Deputy Director and ME BEO to
ensure: accountability, service to the host and client missions, day-to-day
supervision, and adequate backstopping. To achieve this, management
responsibilities of the host Mission and ME/TS are: 1.Selection and retention
are determined collaboratively by USAID/OMEP and ME/TS. 2.The host
office (USAID/OMEP) will provide day-to-day supervision and logistical
support, while ME/TS will provide overall technical and policy guidance, and
will coordinate and prioritize regional Reg. 216 backstopping responsibilities
(in coordination with the host Mission). 3.Annual work plans with regular
updates are required and will be approved by the OMEP and the ME BEO.
These work plans and updates will be prepared in close consultation with
client bilateral Middle East Missions. 4.Quarterly reports, including individual
trip reports, will be submitted to both the USAID/OMEP Program Officer and
the ME BEO. 5.Annual performance evaluations will be coordinated by
OMEP with input from the ME BEO and the client bilateral Middle East
Missions. 6.In exchange for the above described management services,
OMEP can expect up to 20% of the Advisor's time to be spent in its service
with the remaining time spent serving other clients, especially bilateral
Middle East Missions. 7.The incumbent will be required to travel to other
Middle East countries, Washington, D.C., and other localities in the
performance of his/her duties. It is anticipated that approximately 50 % of the
incumbent's time will be spent traveling to other countries in the Middle East,
including critical priority countries (Iraq, West Bank, Lebanon), with
occasional trips to AID/W for consultations. All travel shall have the prior
approval of the USAID/OMEP Program Officer, or authorized designee.
C.OVERVIEW: Middle East The Middle East Bureau of USAID provides
overall leadership for Agency programs in the Middle East (ME) region. This
includes programs in response to urgent foreign policy priorities; large and
politically sensitive efforts in Egypt and Jordan; and volatile conflict and
post-conflict situations in Iraq, WB/Gaza, Yemen, and Lebanon. ME/TS is a
shared services office responsible for providing leadership and technical
support on development issues in the Middle East region through analysis,
strategy development, program design, technical assistance and information
dissemination. ME/TS guides the Bureausk strategic thinking in technical
areas, reviews performance by operating units, and advises on the
appropriate allocation of resources to them. Within ME/TS, the ME BEO is
responsible for assuring that ME strategies and programs comply with the
mandatory requirements of the Agencyks environmental procedures (22
CFR 216; aka Reg. 216), as well as with legislative and policy mandates on
the environment (e.g., the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA),
USAIDks environmental policy directives; and the Foreign Assistance Act as
amended in Sections 117, 118, and 119. The environmental compliance
workload is daunting. In FY 2007, the ME BEO reviewed and processed over
200 environmental compliance documents for over $8.5 billion in
Life-of-Project funds. This included Environmental Assessments for over $3
billion in infrastructure and other ME activities. Given the high visibility and
strategic sensitivity of many of these programs, both careful review and rapid
turn around are mandatory. Ensuring appropriate environmental review and
providing assistance with Reg. 216 compliance have emerged as important
areas of backstopping for ME/TS. Office of Middle East Programs (OMEP)
USAID has established a regional presence at the USAID/Egypt Mission.
The Office of Middle East Programs (OMEP) allows USAID to better use its
regional resources, expertise, and support services for the seven USAID
Missions in the Middle East and North Africa (MEA) region, and serves as a
way for USAID to better manage the common set of challenges present
throughout the region. The objectives of OMEP include the following:
1.Establish and implement a new regional program focused on common,
transboundary issues within the Middle East. 2.Coordinate the provision of
regional support services (acquisition and assistance, legal, financial
management, technical, executive office, program) to the client missions of
Lebanon, Morocco, and Yemen. 3.Administer select MEPI activities.
4.Monitor, and as necessary provide implementation support for USAID
activities in non-presence countries in the MEA region. 5.Provide facilities for
TDYs and surge capacity, as the need arises. USAID regional programs
include support for regional water cooperation, promotion of educational
opportunities and access through scholarships and increased regional
publishing, advancement of economic growth and democracy, and
promotion of public-private partnerships to increase the impact of USG
expenditures. D.WORK DESCRIPTION: Basic Functions of the Position: As
a member of both ME/TS and OMEP environment teams, the Regional
Environmental Advisor for the Middle East, based in Cairo, Egypt, provides
specialized policy, strategic and technical advice in the areas of
environmental review and impact assessment and environment sector
programming in the Middle East. The REA will support USAID Missions in
the Middle East and their implementing partners, host country national
governments, and, as appropriate, other USG agencies (i.e., Department of
State, OPIC, TDA, ExIm Bank, DOI, Treasury, EPA, USDA/USFS, DOE) and
regional and international organizations that are active in Middle East. Eighty
percent (80%) of the REA's time will be spent supporting USAID programs
in the region and up to 20% supporting OMEPks environment program. The
REA's areas of assistance include USAID environmental procedures;
environmental impact assessment, monitoring, and mitigation; strategic
planning; program development and monitoring; and managing for results.
The position is supported by the ME/TS office as well as OMEP. Duties and
Responsibilities ME/TS The Regional Environmental Advisor o Middle East
supports USAID Missions and partners as well as USAID Mission
Environmental Officers and staff in complying with USAID environmental
regulations (22 CFR 216), policies, and procedures; and in incorporating
principles of environmentally sound design and best practices in planning
and implementation of development interventions. In particular, the REA
shall perform the following services as required by ME/TS: 1.Assist USAID
Mission Environmental Officers, Assistance Objective team leaders, and
implementation partners in the preparation of Initial Environmental
Examinations, Requests for Categorical Exclusions, EA Scoping Statements,
and terms of reference for Environmental Assessments of USAID-funded
activities; 2.Working under the guidance of the ME BEO, conduct
environmental portfolio reviews and periodic site visits for USAID activities
to monitor compliance with all USAID environmental procedures and
regulations, with particular attention to implementation of monitoring and
mitigation measures specified in IEEs and EAs. 3.Support streamlining,
harmonization, and standardization of Reg. 216 procedures in the Middle
East region, particularly with respect to environmental screening and review
under umbrella NGO programs; 4.Prepare an annual summary of the status
of each mission as it relates to satisfying USAID's environmental
requirements and recommend, if warranted, actions necessary for
compliance; 5.Assist Mission Environmental Officers to prepare reports
related to overall Environmental Compliance, Tropical Forestry, and
Biodiversity that may be required as part of USAID annual reporting and /or
strategy preparation; 6.Train, or lead and organize teams that train, USAID
mission staff, host-country government, and civil society personnel in
environmental impact assessment procedures and USAID environmental
regulations with a view to strengthening local capacity within USAID
Missions and partner institutions for assuring the environmental soundness
of development programs. 7.Promote coordination and collaboration in
regional environmental programming and planning among USAID Missions
in Middle East. Represent USAID/Cairo at meetings, workshops and
conferences organized by various organizations, including other donors and
international organizations. 8.Develop effective working relationships with
USAID personnel, host-country authorities, international donors (including
MDBs and the GEF), regional and international development organizations,
NGOs and other civil society organizations, and private sector groups within
the Middle East in order to improve overall environmental program
coordination. 9.Develop, or lead/participate in teams that develop,
environmental profiles and other analyses of major environmental issues in
Middle East if/as requested by the USAID/Cairo Director or Program Officer
and/or the ME BEO. 10.Collect and disseminate information on best
practices for environmental management of selected classes of activities;
environmental technologies; environmental laws and regulations; and
lessons learned among USAID Missions in the Middle East, AID/W, NGOs,
MDBs, and regional organizations. 11.As requested by the USAID/Cairo
Program Officer and the ME BEO, monitor and assess the environmental
impacts of key investments of the Multilateral Development Banks (World
Bank, IDB, CAF), other USG Agencies (OPIC, TDA, ExIm Bank) and the
U.S. private sector in the Middle East. This work will be coordinated with the
environment staff in USAID's Bureau for Economic Growth, Agriculture and
Trade in Washington. USAID/OMEP 1.Assist the Mission Environmental
Officer by advising Mission staff on the development of Initial Environmental
Examinations and overall compliance with Reg. 216 requirements. 2.Provide
strategic direction to contractors and grantees to ensure their activities
support the strategic framework objectives of the OMEP and ensure
compliance with USAID guidelines, policies and procedures. 3.Coordinate
activities with appropriate personnel at the OMEP, USAID/Washington,
USAID Missions, US Embassies and other US government agencies, such
as the US EPA. 4.Develop, maintain and strengthen working relationships
with key partners, including national ministries, local governments,
international organizations and other donors, private sector, NGOs,
universities and the media to identify and implement efforts to increase
synergy among the key stakeholders. These contacts are at the senior
management level. 5.Prepare and disseminate, on a regular basis, to
Mission staff, USAID/Washington, and program partners, information on
issues, accomplishments and worldwide best practices in environmental
impact assessment and environmentally sound design. Document success
stories in improving environmental governance. 6.Provide briefings to visitors
to the OMEP and to the press on environmental impact assessment and
environmental governance in the region and USAIDks programs in this area.
Prepare and deliver presentations on the same issues to regional and
international workshops and conferences. 7.Represent the OMEP at
meetings, workshops and conferences organized by various organizations,
including other donors and international organizations.
REQUIRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION: The
Regional Middle East Environmental Advisor shall have the following
qualifications. Note that in order to be considered those marked lrequiredm
must be met. 1.Education: Advanced degree (MS/MA level or above) in a
discipline relevant to environmental protection and impact assessment
(required). As an alternate, a relevant Bachelorks degree and five years
relevant experience added to the minimum described below may be
substituted for the advanced degree. 2.Prior Work Experience: Five or more
years of progressively more responsible experience in environmental impact
assessment and compliance (required). Experience with NEPA compliance
or 22 CFR 216 compliance highly desired. 3.Knowledge, Abilities & Skills:
Demonstrated experience and ability to judge potential environmental
impacts of proposed economic development assistance activities (required).
Overseas experience (required). Proven outstanding skill in design,
management, and evaluation of development assistance programs, with
expertise in performance monitoring highly desired. Experience working with
USAID field missions in the Middle East is very highly desired. Demonstrated
expert understanding of the role of foreign assistance in promoting the
sustainable use of natural resources and balancing economic development
needs with conservation objectives. Demonstrated mastery of collaborative
development assistance planning and implementation activities (both
independently, in a leadership capacity and as a member of a team, as
appropriate) with a wide variety of individuals, groups, environmental
institutions and technical organizations. Ability to work effectively under
pressure to carry out specific, results-oriented tasks in developing countries
given constraints in time, information and logistical support. Computer and
Communication Skills: Demonstrated experience supporting, maintaining,
and updating web-based training and resource materials to support
environmental impact assessment and environmentally sound design is
desirable. 4.Communication, Teamwork, and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent
communications skills, including the ability to clearly articulate
environmental, conservation, natural resource management, clean
production, and pollution prevention issues both in writing and orally
(required). Proven ability to function highly effectively in cross-cultural
situations. Willingness to travel extensively overseas to USAID-assisted
countries, including critical priority countries in the region. 5.Ability to Obtain
Security Clearance: A U.S. citizen or U.S. resident alien able to obtain an
Employment Authorization security clearance is (required). SELECTION
CRITERIA: To be considered, the applicant shall meet those qualifications
marked (required). Candidates will be evaluated according to the following
criteria: Ranking Factors: FactorPoints Education10 Prior Work
Experience35 Knowledge, Ability & Skills35
Communication/Teamwork/Interpersonal Skills20 Total100 APPLYING:
Qualified individuals are requested to submit: (1) A cover letter of no more
than 3 pages that demonstrates how the candidates' qualifications meet the
work requirements; (2) A curriculum vitae which at a minimum, describes
education, latest experiences and career achievements; (3) A completed and
signed OF-612 or SF-171; (please send signed and scanned copy if applying
by e-mail) (4) A relevant writing sample, minimum of two pages and
maximum of ten pages; (5) Names, contact numbers, and addresses of
three professional references; (6) A written statement certifying the date and
length of time for which the candidate is available for the position. (please
send signed and scanned copy if applying by e-mail) The U.S. Government
Standard Optional Form 612 is available at the USAID website,
http://www.usaid.gov/forms/of-612.doc or at Federal offices. 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. The highest ranking applicants may be selected for an interview.
Applicants may choose any of the methods in the Cover Page to submit their
applications but USAID accepts no responsibility for delay in transit,
mis-routing, etc. Submissions shall be in accordance with the above
information at the place and time specified. Given the often intermittent
problems people experience in the world with fax and email, all candidates
are notified that, should they choose to utilize this method, they should
confirm with the USAID/ Cairo Human Resources office that all
documentation submitted was received prior to the closing date of this
notice. Equipment failures at USAID or by the applicants network are not
acceptable reasons for late submission, as candidates have the option of
sending their application hard copy by courier. No, repeat no, applications
will be considered after the closing time and date, and it is the applicant's full
responsibility to ensure that all their documentation has been received by our
office. TYPE AND DURATION OF APPOINTMENT: Employment shall be
through an A.I.D. Personal Services Contract for a period of two years with
possibility of extension. This Personal Services Contract is subject to the
availability of funds. BENEFITS/ALLOWANCES: As a matter of policy, and
as appropriate, an offshore USPSC is normally authorized the following
benefits and allowances: BENEFITS: Employee's FICA Contribution toward
Health & Life Insurance Pay Comparability Adjustment Eligibility for Worker's
Compensation Annual & Sick Leave Access to Embassy medical facilities,
commissary and pouch mail service Annual Increase APO mail service as
per post policy ALLOWANCES (If Applicable):* (1) Temporary Lodging
Allowance (Section 120) (Not applicable) (2) Living Quarters Allowance
(Section 130) (Not applicable) (3) Post Allowance (Section 220) (Not
applicable) (4) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230) (Not applicable)
(5) Post Differential (Chapter 500) (6) Payments during
Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600) and (7) Danger Pay (Section
650) (Not applicable) (8) Educational Allowance (Section 270) (9) Separate
Maintenance Allowance (Section 260) (10)Educational Travel (Section 280) *
Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas). FEDERAL
TAXES: USPSCs are not exempt from payment of Federal Income taxes.
CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBS) PERTAINING TO PSCS
CIBs contain changes to USAID policy and General Provisions in USAID
regulations and contracts. Please refer to the website at
http://www.usaid.gov/business/business_opportunities/cib/subject.html#psc
to determine which CIBS apply to this contract. CITE:
https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=9552cd8c172327e397a0fb58b115e640&tab=core&_cview=0
Posted 08/13/08
SPONSOR: Agency for International Development, Overseas Missions,
Egypt USAID-Cairo, Department of State, Unit #64902, APO, 09839
PUBLICATION DATE: August 15, 2008
ISSUE: FBO-2454
USPSC USAID/CAR REGIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISOR FOR ASIA
(SRCSGT)
SOL 34-2008 DUE 090208 POC: Tatiana P. Rossova, Phone: 7 7272 50 76
17; Natalya N. Zubkova, Phone: 7-727-2507612, E-MAIL:
trossova@usaid.gov , nzubkova@usaid.gov NAICS: 541990. ISSUANCE
DATE: 08/12/2008 / CLOSING DATE: 09/02/2008. The United States
Government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development
(USAID), is seeking proposals (Optional Form 612) from persons interested
in the PSC services described in the attached. Submissions shall be in
accordance with the attached information at the place and time specified.
Any questions may be directed to Heather Armstrong, Contracting Officer,
and Tatiana Rossova, Personnel Specialist, who may be reached at FAX
No. 7-727-250-76-34/35/36, or e-mail per.almaty@usaid.gov. Offerors
should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany
their proposals. Sincerely, Heather Armstrong Contracting Officer
ATTACHMENT TO SOLICITATION NO. 34/2008 1. SOLICITATION
NUMBER:34-2008 2. ISSUANCE DATE:08/12/2008 3. CLOSING
DATE/TIME SPECIFIED FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS:09/02/2008 (6
p.m. Almaty Time) 4. POSITION TITLE: Regional Environmental Advisor for
Asia 5. MARKET VALUE:$81,093 - $105,420 per annum (GS-14 equivalent)
with 25% Post Differential (currently) (if no qualified candidates available
at market value o salary history may be considered) 6.PERIOD OF
PERFORMANCE: One year (extension optional) 7. PLACE OF
PERFORMANCE: USAID/Central Asian Republics, Almaty, Kazakhstan 8.
JOB DESCRIPTION: A) Background Asia The Asia Bureau of USAID
provides overall leadership for Agency programs in the Asia region and
assistance to over 20 countries spanning much of the globe and nearly a
third of its population. This includes programs in Iraq, Afghanistan, and
Pakistan in response to urgent foreign policy priorities; urgent reconstruction
programs in Asia in response to natural disasters (tsunami, earthquakes);
large and politically sensitive efforts in India, the Philippines and Indonesia;
and volatile conflict and post-conflict situations in Cambodia, East Timor,
Nepal, and Sri Lanka. The Asia Bureauks Office of Technical Support
(ME/TS) is responsible for providing leadership and technical support on
development issues in the region through analysis, strategy development,
program design, technical assistance and information dissemination. ME/TS
guides the Bureauks strategic thinking in technical areas, reviews
performance by operating units, and advises on the appropriate allocation of
resources to them. Within ME/TS, the Bureau Environmental Officer (BEO)
is responsible for assuring that Asia strategies and programs comply with the
mandatory requirements of the Agencyks environmental procedures (22
CFR 216; aka Reg. 216), as well as with legislative and policy mandates on
the environment (e.g., the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA),
USAIDks environmental policy directives; and the Foreign Assistance Act as
amended in Sections 117, 118, and 119. The environmental compliance
workload is daunting. In FY 2007, the Asia BEO reviewed and processed
over 200 environmental compliance documents for over $8.5 billion in
Life-of-Project funds. This included Environmental Assessments for over $3
billion in infrastructure and other Asia activities. Given the high visibility and
strategic sensitivity of many of these programs, both careful review and rapid
turn around are mandatory. Ensuring appropriate environmental review and
providing assistance with Reg. 216 compliance have emerged as important
areas of backstopping for ME/TS. Central Asia Regional
Mission/(USAID/CAR) With more than half of the worldks population, Asia
faces intensifying demands on environmental systems, natural resources,
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