Environmental and Social Performance Consultant-Ghana

Environmental and Social Performance Consultant - Ghana MCC-15-RFQ-0028 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-0028 and is issued as a Request for Quotations (RFQ). This solicitation document incorporates all mandatory commercial item provisions and clauses that are in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 05-79, effective December 15, 2014. 2) The North American Industrial Classification Systems (NAICS) code is 541611 and the small business size standard is $14 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 CONSULTANT 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. Description of Services: The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), requires a consultant to to advise MCC Environmental and Social Performance (ESP) staff and other members of the country teams on key environmental and social risks, management, mitigation, and planning. The consultant will be required to provide a range of technical advisory services related to environmental management such as health and safety; resettlement action planning, implementation and follow up; environment management; hazardous materials handling and disposal; water and air quality; and biodiversity conservation. ESP risk identification and mitigation will be applied across a range of project activities, including specifically large-scale infrastructure (Energy) across the compact. The consultant will be required to draw from and apply international best practice and knowledge of MCC policy and procedures to the various phases of the MCC Compact life cycle. The Consultant will provide services to MCC on an as needed basis. 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. 6) 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). 7) Evaluation Factors. Only quotes which meet the mandatory technical evaluation criteria will be considered. Technical Criteria The consultant shall have the following minimum qualifications: 1. An advanced degree in environmental, social or natural sciences, environmental engineering, planning or a related field (MANDATORY). 2. A minimum of 15 years of experience working in environmental and/or social field (MANDATORY). 3. A minimum of 5 years working with the IFC Performance Standards (MANDATORY). 4. Ability to conduct technical analysis of environmental and social issues and provide effective communication to enhance the design and implementation of road and Energy projects (MANDATORY). 5. Oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate complex technical subjects to a wide range of non-technical stakeholders (MANDATORY). 6. Professional oral and written command of English and French essential (Please include any other languages and level of proficiency in your resume (MANDATORY). 7. Experience working in infrastructure, and preferably Energy projects in Ghana and West Africa (DESIRABLE). 8. Skill in providing technical advice and guidance on the assessment and management of environmental and social risks and impacts associated with development (DESIRABLE). 9. Experience in two or more of the following sub-sectors: (HIGHLY DESIRABLE) o Infrastructure o Agriculture o Energy o Involuntary Resettlement o Natural Resource Management o Social Science o Agriculture o Occupational health and safety Past Performance Three (3) professional references for relevant work performed during the past three years. Price The government will examine the proposed rate for reasonableness. 8) 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. 9) Quote Deadline. Independent Consultants are invited to submit their quotations in response to this notice by 2:00 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST), January 13, 2015. Only e-mailed requests for additional information or questions will be accepted at contact@example.gov by 2:00 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST), January 05, 2014. Quotations submitted in response to this notice shall include the solicitation number MCC-15-RFQ-0028 AND Ghana in the subject line and be signed, dated and submitted via email to contact@example.gov. The maximum file size is 10mb. 10) 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). PLEASE DO NOT COMBINE DOCUMENTS INTO ONE (1) ATTACHMENT. DOCUMENTS A, B, AND C MUST BE IN A SEPARATE FILE ATTACHMENT LABELED AS: ATTACHMENT A -TECHNICAL ATTACHMENT B - PAST PERFORMANCE ATTACHMENT C - PRICE BIO DATA 11) FAR 52.212.3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items shall be required from the selected consultant, prior to the time of award. 12) There are no additional contract requirements(s) necessary for this acquisition other than those consistent with customary commercial practices. 13) See attached documents: Statement of Work; Addendum to FAR Clause 52.212-4, (Alt I); and MCC Bio-Data Sheet.