Information Technology (IT) Sector Procurement Advisor
Consultant Services
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) SECTOR PROCUREMENT ADVISOR
MCC-15-RFQ-0076
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 including in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. The Solicitation number is MCC-15-RFQ-0076 and is issued as a Request for Quotations (RFQ). This solicitation document incorporates all mandatory commercial item provisions and clauses currently in effect in the latest Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) (www.acquisition.gov/far/fac.html).
2) The North American Industrial Classification Systems (NAICS) code is 541611 and the small business size standard is $15 million.
3) FAR Clauses 52.212-1 through 52.212-5 apply to this procurement. The exact text and wording of clauses and provisions may be obtained from the Internet at http://acquisition.gov/far/index.html. The Government contemplates the award of a Time and Materials Order resulting from this solicitation. NOTE: An Addendum to FAR clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, (Alt I) is attached and MCC-52.204-70 Security Requirements for Contractor Personnel.
4) The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) is a U.S. Government corporation whose mission is to provide assistance that will support economic growth and poverty reduction in carefully selected countries that demonstrate a commitment to just and democratic governance economic freedom, and investments in their citizenry. For more information on the MCC, please visit www.mcc.gov.
5) THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS FOR AN INDEPENDENT INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANTS AND IS NOT FOR INDIVIDUALS SEEKING EMPLOYMENT DIRECT WITH MCC. PLEASE VISIT: http://www.irs.gov/business/small/index.html FOR INFORMATION REGARDING INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS. Note: MCC will assist the consultant in coordinating with an Independent Contractor Engagement Services Provider for payroll, travel, international travel insurance, etc., therefore, a DUNS number and registration in System for Award Management (SAM) is not required.
6) Description of Services: The MCC Procurement Practice Group ("the Group") is seeking to retain the services of an independent consultant to provide expert advisory service for procuring goods, works, and services in the IT sector, including the development and launching an IT Standard Bidding Document and advise in Contract Administration issues in IT MCA contracts. The consultant shall be abreast of the latest trends in this sector as related to international public procurement, and in particular initiatives taken by other donor organizations such as the World Bank and other multilaterals on procurements in this sector.
7) This combined synopsis and solicitation notice is a request for competitive quotations. Therefore, all quotations received prior to the RFQ close date will be considered.
The Government will award an order to the responsible independent individual consultant whose quote conforming to this notice represents the best value in terms of technical criteria, past performance and price. All non-price factors (technical criteria and past performance) are more important than price. If options are included, quotes will be evaluated by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the basic requirement. Evaluation of options shall not obligate the Government to exercise the options(s).
8) Evaluation Factors. Only quotes which meet the mandatory technical evaluation criteria will be considered.
9) Technical Criteria
The consultant shall have the following minimum qualifications:
• Ten (10) years or more of professional work experience in tasks that are relevant to the activities of this assignment in public procurement field related to multilateral funded or donor funded projects.
• Five (5) years or more in the related procurement experience in the IT sector.
• Extensive experience in multiple countries in supervising the procurement and implementation of similar projects is a mandatory qualification requirement.
• Demonstrated experience in working and developing procurement documents
• Experience in responsibilities and duties that required attention to detail, data quality, and accuracy of information.
• MCC retains the right to conduct an interview and check references to confirm the details submitted.
• Fluency in English (speaking, reading and writing) is mandatory.
• Bachelor level degree or equivalent is required in IT or another similar/relevant sector field.
• Advanced Degree in relevant field is preferred.
Past Performance
Three (3) professional references for relevant work performed during the past three years.
10) Price
The government will examine the proposed rate for reasonableness.
11) Evaluation Methodology. The Government will perform a comparative analysis of quotes and will assess the advantages and disadvantages of each quote as related to the Evaluation Factors. Multiple awards may be made from this notice and all quotes will be retained and may be utilized for requirements for a period of 6 months.
12) Quote Deadline. Independent Consultants are invited to submit their quotations in response to this notice by 10:00 am Eastern Daylight Time (EDT), Friday, May 1, 2015. Only e-mailed requests for additional information or questions will be accepted at MCCConsultants@mcc.gov with a copy to fuentesdm@mcc.gov by 10:00 am Eastern Daylight Time (EDT), Friday, April 17, 2015. Quotations submitted in response to this notice shall include the solicitation number MCC-15-RFQ-0076 AND Information Technology (IT) sector procurement advisor in the subject line and be signed, dated and submitted via email to MCCConsultants@mcc.gov with a copy to fuentesdm@mcc.gov . The maximum file size is 10mb.
13) Quote Submission. The Individual Consultant shall submit the following document:
a. Technical: (1) Cover letter that addresses all technical criteria as listed in this solicitation Number 7; (2) Curriculum Vitae (15 page maximum)
b. Past Performance: Three professional references
c. Price: Bio-Data Form which includes the independent consultant's proposed hourly rate and salary history (form attached).
d. Writing sample related to the Scope in the SOW.
14) PLEASE DO NOT COMBINE DOCUMENTS INTO ONE (1) ATTACHMENT. DOCUMENTS A, B, C and D MUST BE IN A SEPARATE FILE ATTACHMENT LABELED AS:
• ATTACHMENT A -TECHNICAL
• ATTACHMENT B - PAST PERFORMANCE
• ATTACHMENT C - PRICE BIO DATA
• ATTACHMENT D - WRITING SAMPLE
15) FAR 52.212.3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items shall be required from the selected consultant, prior to the time of award.
16) There are no additional contract requirements(s) necessary for this acquisition other than those consistent with customary commercial practices.
17) See attached documents: Statement of Work; Addendum to FAR Clause 52.212-4, (Alt I); MCC Bio-Data Sheet.
Dennis M. Fuentes, Contract Specialist, Phone 2027726516, Email fuentesdm@mcc.gov - Jennifer M. Crouse, Contracting Officer, Phone 2025213600, Email crousejm@mcc.gov
