USPSC Animal Infectious Disease and Vaccine Advisor

Request for Personal Service Contractor USAID Global Health Bureau Position Title: Animal Infectious Disease and Vaccine Advisor Solicitation Number: SOL-OAA-14-000191 Salary Level: GS-13 Equivalent Level ($89,924 - $116,901 annually) Issuance Date: September 22, 2014 Closing Date: October 6, 2014 Closing Time: 5:00 P.M. EDT Dear Prospective Applicants: The United States Government represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications from qualified U.S. citizens interested in providing Personal Services Contract (PSC) services for an Animal Infectious Disease and Vaccine Advisor position. The position will serve as a member of the Research Division of the Office of Agricultural Research and Policy in the Bureau for Food Security and sit with the Global Health Security and Development Team in the Global Health Bureau. The advisor will provide technical assistance to USAID's research programs and activities that focus specifically on livestock health and genetics, vaccine development, and zoonotic disease prevention in human and animal populations, as described in the attached solicitation. Applications and required information must be submitted in accordance with the instructions set forth in the solicitation and at the place and time specified. Applicants interested in applying for this position MUST submit the following materials: 1) Resume: a) Your resume should contain sufficient information to make a valid determination that you fully meet the experience requirements as stated in this solicitation. This information should be clearly identified in your resume. Failure to provide information sufficient to determine your qualifications for the position will result in loss of full consideration. Resume or CV should not exceed 5 pages. b) In order to fully evaluate your application, your resume must include: 1. All relevant paid positions, job title, location(s), and dates held (month/year) and salary history for each position. Dates (month/year) and locations for all overseas field experience must also be detailed. 2. Specific duties performed that fully detail the level and complexity of the work. 3. Education and any other qualifications including job-related training courses, job- related skills, or job-related honors, awards or accomplishments. 4. Country of Citizenship. 2) List of References: a) Applicants must submit no fewer than three (3) and no more than five (5) references, who are not family members or relatives. Submitted references MUST include the following information: 1. name of reference 2. applicants' relationship to reference 3. title of reference at current job 4. reference current telephone number (work or personal) 5. reference email address (work or personal) At least two (2) references must be from direct supervisors (current or prior) who can provide information regarding the applicant's knowledge of relevant experience in policy and strategic development, program and project planning, design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of nutrition and food security activities, program and financial management, cost analysis, budget and operations experience. All references must be from within the last ten years of applicant's professional life. Applicants are advised to ensure the information provided is current for all references. 3) Supplemental document addressing the Evaluation Factors: a) Applicants are required to address each Evaluation Factor in one separate document that is no more than 2 pages total (8 " x 11" paper only; no less than 11 point font; double sided pages count as 2 pages if submitting in hard copy). If the narratives exceed two pages the additional pages will NOT be reviewed or evaluated. Be sure to include your name and the announcement number at the top of each page. The narrative should describe your experience, training, education and/or awards that are relevant to this position as they apply to each Evaluation Factor listed below. Failure to address the selection and/or Evaluation Factors may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards. b) Please refer to page 8 of the solicitation for evaluation factors. Additional documents submitted will not be accepted. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Your complete resume, list of references and the supplemental document addressing the EFs must be received at the address below by the closing date and time specified above. However, Applicants are highly encouraged to create an application profile online and submit their application through the website www.globalcorps-health.com or via fax: GlobalCorps-Health 1401 K Street, NW Suite 801 Washington, DC 20005 Tel: +1 (555) 000-0000 Fax: +1 (555) 000-0000 E-Mail Address: contact@example.gov Website: www.globalcorps-health.com Applicants can expect to receive a confirmation email when application materials have been received. Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their applications. Any questions on this solicitation must be directed to: Applicants can expect to receive a confirmation email when application materials have been received. Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures which accompany their applications. Any questions on this solicitation must be directed to: Vanesia Moodie Contract Specialist Tel: +1 (555) 000-0000 Fax: +1 (555) 000-0000 E-Mail Address: vmoodie@ usaid.gov Deidre L. Jackson Contracting Officer Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor (USPSC) Animal Infectious Disease and Vaccine Advisor 1. SOLICITATION NO.: SOL-OAA-14-000191 2. ISSUANCE DATE: September 22, 2014 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: October 6, 5:00 pm, Washington, D.C. time 4. POSITION TITLE: Animal Infectious Disease and Vaccine Advisor 5. MARKET VALUE: GS-13 Equivalent Level ($89,924 - $116,901 annually). Final compensation will be negotiated within the listed market value based upon the successful candidates' salary history, work experience, and educational background. Salaries over and above the top of the pay range will not be entertained or negotiated. 6. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Two (2) years from the date of contract award, with three (3) one year option periods, subject to availability of funds, continued need for the services, and quality of contract performance. 7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Washington, D.C. 8. STATEMENT OF WORK: BACKGROUND In 2009 USAID launched the Emerging Pandemic Threats program (EPT-1) - a five year program targeting the early detection of new disease threats; enhanced "national-level" preparedness and response capacities for their effective control; and a reduction in the risk of disease emergence by minimizing those practices and behaviors that trigger the "spill-over and spread" of new pathogens from animal reservoirs to humans. EPT-1 complemented an ongoing line of work being supported by USAID since 2005 - to control the threat posed by highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza virus (AI). Both of these efforts grew out of a recognition that we are now in an era of new, re-emerging and recurring global health threats that argue for a longer-term, more strategic approach to global health security. The EPT-1 and AI work have been focused on building those capacities and expanding the evidence base that contribute to mitigating the impact of novel "high consequence pathogens" arising from animals. Using a "risk-based" formula that targeted those places, populations and practices that contribute to the emergence and spread of new microbial threats, our EPT-1 and AI work have laid the foundation for a next generation of investments that seeks to consolidate these efforts into a highly coordinated program spanning pandemic influenza and other emerging threats to further minimize their potential for global impact. In October 2014 USAID will launch the next generation of the EPT program - EPT-2 which unifies investments in influenza and other emerging viral threats under one strategic umbrella. Among the areas of work to be supported under EPT-2 is Preparedness and Response (P&R) - a five year project focused on strengthening country capacity to prepare for and respond to infectious disease outbreaks using a "One Health" approach. In order to fully support the EPT-2 program the Global Health Security and Development (GHSD) Unit is seeking an Animal Infectious Disease and Vaccine Advisor to serve as the Agreement Officer's Representative (AOR) and provide key technical, operational, and strategic planning assistance to the unit per the job responsibilities and tasks outlined below. INTRODUCTION The Animal Infectious Disease and Vaccine Advisor (Advisor) will be a member of the Global Health Security and Development (GHSD) Team in the Global Health Bureau and will also serve as a member of the Research Division of the Office of Agricultural Research and Policy (ARP) in the Bureau for Food Security. The advisor will provide technical assistance to USAID's research programs and activities that focus specifically on livestock health and genetics, vaccine development, and zoonotic disease prevention in human and animal populations. Specific job responsibilities and tasks are outlined below. The incumbent will work to ensure the coordination and collaboration, where relevant, in USAID animal and zoonotic disease project activities within ARP and GHSD. Additionally, the incumbent will assist with managing research programs and activities as well as aiding in the design of new programs. The advisor will also be engaged with outreach and coordination with USAID Missions overseas, other development organizations and donors, and US government agencies around priority research and policy issues. USPSCs are considered employees of USAID for all purposes except programs administered by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) - such as federally sponsored health insurance, life insurance, and retirement benefits. However, there are several other similar benefits that USPSCs may participate in, such as partial reimbursement for health and life insurance costs, as well as full coverage of workers' compensation, among other benefits. For more complete information on USPSC benefits, please see page 11 of this solicitation. 9. CORE FUNCTIONAL AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Animal Infectious Disease and Vaccine Advisor is primarily responsible for providing support to USAID/GH/GHSD/ARP. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Serve as a technical advisor for centrally-funded programs covering zoonotic diseases, livestock diseases, and vaccine and genetic approaches to disease prevention in livestock and human populations - Serve as a liaison between the Bureau for Food Security and the Global Health Bureau to coordinate programming and implementation efforts on zoonotic diseases and livestock health - Serve as an AOR or activity manager on programs involving livestock health and genetics, vaccine development, and zoonotic disease prevention - Serve as a technical expert and take the lead on strategic planning and research discussions while also managing programs (e.g. tracking progress and expenditures) - Conduct high-level policy discussions and coordinate efforts with U.S. Government agencies and developing country partners - Engage with other USAID operating units, including USAID Missions, development organizations, donors, host-country governments and other stakeholders to coordinate programming around livestock and zoonotic diseases and implementation of measures for disease prevention and control - Assist in the planning and implementation of new research and policy programs related to livestock health and disease prevention - Prepare and deliver presentations, reference materials, talking points, papers and reports on implementation, research, and programmatic topics related to zoonotic diseases, livestock diseases, and vaccine and genetic approaches to disease prevention in livestock and human populations - Participate in implementing partner meetings and project monitoring and review - Contribute to the routine work of the Research Division of the Office of Agriculture Research and Policy in the Bureau of Food Security and the Global Health Security and Development Team in the Global Health Bureau including preparing portfolio reviews and reports - Review documents such as annual reports and preparing responses to Q&As and other requests for information SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP: The Animal Infectious Disease and Vaccine Advisor will take direction from and report directly to the Director of the Global Health Security and Development Unit within the Global Health Bureau. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Animal Infectious Disease and Vaccine Advisor is expected to take initiative, act independently, and perform with minimal direction in planning and carrying out assignments, resolving conflicts, coordinating with others and interpreting policy in terms of established objectives as part of a fast-paced office environment. 10. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is sedentary in nature. No unusual physical demands are placed upon the incumbent. 11. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is primarily performed in an office setting with government furnished property (e.g. computer, desk, office chair, supplies, though the contractor may travel to areas where site visits and extraordinary travel time is involved and that may entail working out of temporary duty residences or hotel rooms. 12. START DATE: Immediately, once necessary clearances are obtained. 13. POINT OF CONTACT: See Cover Letter. 14. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION: (Determines basic eligibility for the position. Applicants who do not meet all of the education and experience requirements and selective factors are considered NOT qualified for the position.) Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university AND at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: microbiology, molecular biology, public health, veterinary medicine or other relevant area from an accredited educational institute (this requirement can be obtained within the Doctoral degree or in addition to the degree) AND At least four (4) years of relevant responsible professional experience in international research program management, preferably with a focus on animal health and food security in developing countries, with at least two (2) years of experience in an international or resource-challenged setting. Selective Factors - Demonstrated knowledge and experience in infectious disease research, vaccine research and development, molecular biology and genetics - Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a large bureaucracy, in a collegial environment, and on a large number of tasks simultaneously - A high degree of initiative, a commitment to quality, and a willingness to participate in a broad range of activities - Strong written and oral communications skills - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Excellent team and networking skills - Ability to travel internationally up to 25% of the time - Complete resume submitted. See cover page for resume requirements. Experience that cannot be quantified will not be counted towards meeting the solicitation requirements - Supplemental document specifically addressing the Evaluation Factors (EFs) submitted - Satisfactory verification of academic credentials - US citizenship - Ability to obtain a SECRET level security clearance provided by USAID as access to sensitive facility areas is necessary 15. EVALUATION FACTORS: Applicants must address each Evaluation Factor listed below separately to demonstrate how s/he meets each. In no more than three (6) pages total (8 " x 11" paper only; no less than 11 point font; double sided pages count as 2 pages) describe your experience and knowledge of each Evaluation Factor listed below. When responding to the Evaluation Factor below, demonstrate how your experience relates to the duties and responsibilities listed. Cite examples where appropriate. Evaluation Factor 1 - Work Experience (25 points): Minimum 4 years of research and/or international research program management experience working in public health and/or science field including field experience managing infectious disease program and; - Demonstrated experience in program strategic planning and management; demonstrated experience in leading and managing teams and exercising independent judgment - Demonstrated experience producing high profile deliverables under tight deadlines - Demonstrated experience building partnerships with appropriate stakeholders in order to expand and deepen impact - Demonstrated experience managing activities with comparable complexity and diversity; and demonstrated effectiveness in engaging all relevant stakeholders including other donors, NGOs, government counterparts, the private sector, etc. - Demonstrated strong problem solving and analytical skills working on complex projects in a highly sensitive environment Evaluation Factor 2 - Interpersonal and Management Skills (30 points): - Demonstrated strong management and organizational skills - Demonstrated ability to interact with a broad range of internal and external partners - Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary and multicultural team Evaluation Factor 3 - Communication (15 points): - Describe your ability to understand the strategic purpose and goals of multiple organizations from different sectors (e.g. public health, animal health, and environment), identify and solve problems, and coordinate and support activities that lead to mutual success across the different sectors. - Provide examples on your ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate highly technical information related to human health, animal health, and environment to a variety of technical and non-technical audiences. Quality and relevancy of experience with monitoring and evaluation methodologies including frameworks, data quality assurance, analysis reporting and best practices in data dissemination in international/resource poor settings. 16. BASIS OF RATING/SELECTION CRITERIA: All applications will be evaluated and scored based on the documentation submitted with the application. Applicants who meet the Education/Experience requirements will be further evaluated based on scoring of the Evaluation Factor (EF) responses. Those applicants determined to be competitively ranked will also be evaluated on interview performance and satisfactory professional reference checks. USAID reserves the right to call the highest ranked candidates for an interview and/or conduct a reference check on those individuals. Selection criteria listed below will be the basis for the evaluation of all applications. Applicants are required to address each of the EFs in a separate document describing specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received that are relevant to each factor. Be sure to include your name and the announcement number at the top of each additional page. Failure to address the selection and/or Evaluation Factors may result in your not receiving credit for all of your pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards. The Applicant Rating System is as Follows: Doctoral degree in microbiology, molecular biology, public health or veterinary medicine or related field; knowledge of and expertise in at least one of the following fields: infectious disease research, vaccine research and development, molecular biology and genetics; and demonstrated knowledge of development program administration and management - Pass/Fail EFs have been assigned the following points: EF #1 - 25 points EF #2 - 30 points EF #3 - 15 points EF Total - 70 points Interview Performance - 30 points Satisfactory Professional Reference Checks - Pass/Fail Total Possible Points: 100 The applicants determined to be competitively ranked will be interviewed and may be required to provide a writing sample. Face-to-face interviews will be conducted in Washington D.C. Global Health will not pay for expenses associated with the interviews, but will conduct telephone or videoconference interviews for those not able to interview in person. Professional references and academic credentials will be evaluated for applicants being considered for selection. 17. APPLYING: Applications must be received by the closing date and time at the address specified in the cover letter. Please refer to cover letter for application document requirements. By submitting your application materials, you certify that all of the information on and attached to the application is true, correct, complete, and made in good faith. You agree to allow all information on and attached to the application to be investigated. False or fraudulent information on or attached to your application may result in you being eliminated from consideration for this position, or being terminated after award, and may be punishable by fine or imprisonment. To ensure consideration of applications for the intended position, please reference the solicitation number on your application, and as the subject line in any email. 18. DOCUMENT SUBMITTALS: Via website: www.globalcorps-health.com Via fax: +1 (555) 000-0000 Via mail: GlobalCorps-Health Attn: Contract Specialist 1401 K Street, NW Suite 801 Washington, DC 20005 NOTE: If the full security application package is not submitted within 30 days after it is requested, the offer may be rescinded. If a Secret security clearance is not obtained within six (6) months after offer acceptance, the offer may be rescinded. NOTE REGARDING GOVERNMENT OBLIGATIONS FOR THIS SOLICITATION This solicitation in no way obligates USAID to award a PSC contract, nor does it commit USAID to pay any cost incurred in the preparation and submission of the application. NOTE REGARDING DATA UNIVERSAL NUMBERING SYSTEM (DUNS) NUMBERS All individuals contracted as USPSCs are required to have a DUNS Number. In this instance, USAID will provide a generic DUNS Number, and USPSCs are not required to register with CCR. For general information about DUNS Numbers, please refer to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clause 52.204-6, Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number (10/2003) https://www.acquisition.gov/far/current/html/52_200_206.html 19. LIST OF REQUIRED FORMS FOR PSCs: Forms outlined below can found at: http://www.usaid.gov/forms/ or http://www.usa.gov/Topics/Reference-Shelf/forms.shtml 1. Optional Form 612. 2. Medical History and Examination Form (DS-6561). 3. Questionnaire for Sensitive Positions (for National Security) (SF-86), or 4. Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions (SF-85). 5. Finger Print Card (FD-258). Forms 1 through 5 shall be completed ONLY upon the advice of the Contracting Officer that an applicant is the successful candidate for the job. 20. CONTRACT INFORMATION BULLETINS (CIBs) and ACQUISITION & ASSISTANCE POLICY DIRECTIVES (AAPDs) PERTAINING TO PSCs: CIBs and AAPDs contain changes to USAID policy and General Provisions in USAID regulations and contracts. Please refer to http://www.usaid.gov/work-usaid/aapds-cibs#psc to determine which CIBs and AAPDs apply to this contract. AAPD 06-10 - PSC MEDICAL PAYMENT RESPONSIBILITY AAPD No. 06-10 is hereby incorporated as Attachment 1 to the solicitation. FAR 52.222-50 - COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS FAR clause 52.222-50 is hereby incorporated as Attachment 2 to the solicitation. 21. OTHER INFORMATION: As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a USPSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances: BENEFITS: Employer's FICA Contribution Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance Pay Comparability Adjustment Annual Increase (pending a satisfactory performance evaluation) Eligibility for Worker's Compensation Annual & Sick Leave ALLOWANCES (if Applicable).* (A) Temporary Lodging Allowance (Section 120). (B) Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130). (C) Post Allowance (Section 220). (D) Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230). (E) Post Differential (Chapter 500). (F) Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600), and (G) Danger Pay (Section 650). * Department of State Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians Foreign Areas). FEDERAL TAXES: USPSCs are required to pay Federal Income Taxes, FICA, and Medicare ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED REGARDLESS OF AGE, RACE, COLOR, SEX, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, LAWFUL POLITICAL AFFILIATION, NON- DISQUALIFYING DISABILITY, MARITAL STATUS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AFFILIATION WITH AN EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION, OR OTHER NON-MERIT FACTOR. ATTACHMENT 1 Acquisition & Assistance Policy Directive (AAPD) No. 06-10 PSC Medical Expense Payment Responsibility General Provision 22, MEDICAL EXPENSE PAYMENT RESPONSIBILITY (OCTOBER 2006) (a) Definitions. Terms used in this General Provision are defined in 16 FAM 116 available at http://www.state.gov/m/a/dir/regs/fam/c23002.htm. Note: Personal services contractors are not eligible to participate in the Federal Employees Health Programs. (b) The regulations in the Foreign Affairs Manual, Volume 16, Chapter 520 (16 FAM 520), Responsibility for Payment of Medical Expenses, apply to this contract, except as stated below. The contractor and each eligible family member are strongly encouraged to obtain health insurance that covers this assignment. Nothing in this provision supersedes or contradicts any other term or provision in this contract that pertains to insurance or medical costs, except that section (e) supplements General Provision 25. "MEDICAL EVACUATION (MEDEVAC) SERVICES." (c) When the contractor or eligible family member is covered by health insurance, that insurance is the primary payer for medical services provided to that contractor or eligible family member(s) both in the United States and abroad. The primary insurer's liability is determined by the terms, conditions, limitations, and exclusions of the insurance policy. When the contractor or eligible family member is not covered by health insurance, the contractor is the primary payer for the total amount of medical costs incurred and the U.S. Government has no payment obligation (see paragraph (f) of this provision). (d) USAID serves as a secondary payer for medical expenses of the contractor and eligible family members who are covered by health insurance, where the following conditions are met: (1) The illness, injury, or medical condition giving rise to the expense is incurred, caused, or materially aggravated while the eligible individual is stationed or assigned abroad; (2) The illness, injury, or medical condition giving rise to the expense required or requires hospitalization and the expense is directly related to the treatment of such illness, injury, or medical condition, including obstetrical care; and (3) The Office of Medical Services (M/MED) or a Foreign Service medical provider (FSMP) determines that the treatment is appropriate for, and directly related to, the illness, injury, or medical condition. (e) The Mission Director may, on the advice of M/MED or an FSMP at post, authorize medical travel for the contractor or an eligible family member in accordance with the General Provision 10, Travel and Transportation Expenses (July 1993), section (i) entitled "Emergency and Irregular Travel and Transportation." In the event of a medical emergency, when time does not permit consultation, the Mission Director may issue a Travel Authorization Form or Medical Services Authorization Form DS- 3067, provided that the FSMP or Post Medical Advisor (PMA) is notified as soon as possible following such an issuance. The contractor must promptly file a claim with his or her medevac insurance provider and repay to USAID any amount the medevac insurer pays for medical travel, up to the amount USAID paid under this section. The contractor must repay USAID for medical costs paid by the medevac insurer in accordance with sections (f) and (g) below. In order for medical travel to be an allowable cost under General Provision 10, the contractor must provide USAID written evidence that medevac insurance does not cover these medical travel costs. (f) If the contractor or eligible family member is not covered by primary health insurance, the contractor is the primary payer for the total amount of medical costs incurred. In the event of a medical emergency, the Medical and Health Program may authorize issuance of Form DS-3067, Authorization for Medical Services for Employees and/or Dependents, to secure admission to a hospital located abroad for the uninsured contractor or eligible family member. In that case, the contractor will be required to reimburse USAID in full for funds advanced by USAID pursuant to the issuance of the authorization. The contractor may reimburse USAID directly or USAID may offset the cost from the contractor's invoice payments under this contract, any other contract the individual has with the U.S. Government, or through any other available debt collection mechanism. (g) When USAID pays medical expenses (e.g., pursuant to Form DS-3067, Authorization for Medical Services for Employees and/or Dependents), repayment must be made to USAID either by insurance payment or directly by the contractor, except for the amount of such expenses USAID is obligated to pay under this provision. The Contracting Officer will determine the repayment amount in accordance with the terms of this provision and the policies and procedures for employees contained in 16 FAM 521. When USAID pays the medical expenses, including medical travel costs (see section (e) above), of an individual (either the contractor or an eligible family member) who is covered by insurance, that individual promptly must claim his or her benefits under any applicable insurance policy or policies. As soon as the individual receives the insurance payment, the contractor must reimburse USAID for the full amount that USAID paid on the individual's behalf or the repayment amount determined by the Contracting Officer in accordance with this paragraph, whichever is less. If an individual is not covered by insurance, the contractor must reimburse USAID for the entire amount of all medical expenses and any travel costs the contractor receives from his/her medevac provider. (h) In the event that the contractor or eligible family member fails to recover insurance payments or transfer the amount of such payments to USAID within 90 days, USAID will take appropriate action to collect the payments due, unless such failure is for reasons beyond the control of the USPSC/dependent. (i) Before departing post or terminating the contract, the contractor must settle all medical expense and medical travel costs. If the contractor is insured, he or she must provide proof to the Contracting Officer that those insurance claims have been submitted to the insurance carrier(s) and sign a repayment agreement to repay to USAID any amounts paid by the insurance carrier(s). ATTACHMENT 2 FAR 52.222-50 COMBATING TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS (FEB 2009). (a) Definitions. As used in this clause- "Coercion" means- (1) Threats of serious harm to or physical restraint against any person; (2) Any scheme, plan, or pattern intended to cause a person to believe that failure to perform an act would result in serious harm to or physical restraint against any person; or (3) The abuse or threatened abuse of the legal process. "Commercial sex act" means any sex act on account of which anything of value is given to or received by any person. "Debt bondage" means the status or condition of a debtor arising from a pledge by the debtor of his or her personal services or of those of a person under his or her control as a security for debt, if the value of those services as reasonably assessed is not ...