SOLICITATION NUMBER: 720BHA23R00047
ISSUANCE DATE: August 29, 2023
CLOSING DATE AND TIME: June 12, 2024, 12:00 P.M. Eastern Time
SUBJECT: Solicitation for U.S. Personal Service Contractor (USPSC)

Dear Prospective Offerors:

The United States Government (USG), represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development
(USAID) is seeking offers from qualified persons to provide personal services under contract as described
in this solicitation.
Offers must be in accordance with Attachment 1 of this solicitation. Incomplete or unsigned offers will
not be considered. Offerors should retain copies of all offer materials for their records.
USAID will evaluate all offerors based on stated evaluation criteria. USAID encourages all individuals,
including those from disadvantaged and under-represented groups, to respond to the 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 offer.
Any questions must be directed in writing to the Point of Contact specified in Attachment 1.

Sincerely,

Ousay Wahaj
Supervisory Contracting Officer
Office of Acquisition & Assistance
(M/OAA/BHA-CPS/PSC)

U.S. Agency for International Development
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20523
www.usaid.gov

I. GENERAL INFORMATION
1. SOLICITATION NO.: 720BHA23R00047
2. ISSUANCE DATE: August 29, 2023
3. CLOSING DATE AND TIME FOR RECEIPT OF OFFERS: June 12, 2024, 12:00 P.M. Eastern Time
This solicitation is open and continuous until June 12, 2024. The following are the closing dates for
each review period:

October 13, 2023, 12:00 P.M. Eastern Time
February 12, 2024, 12:00 P.M. Eastern Time
June 12, 2024, 12:00 P.M. Eastern Time

Offerors not selected during a previous review period must reapply in order to be considered for
positions available in subsequent review periods. A review period may be canceled at the Contracting
Officer’s discretion.
4. POINT OF CONTACT: HBMO Recruitment Team, BHA.HBMORecruitment@usaid.gov
5. POSITION TITLE: Risk Management Advisor/Senior Risk Management Advisor (Multiple Positions)
6. MARKET VALUE: $112,015 - $145,617 equivalent to GS-13 and $132,368 - $172,075 equivalent to GS-14 includes Locality Pay
This position can be filled at either the GS-13 ($112,015 - $145,617) or GS-14 ($132,368 - $172,075)
equivalent level, with place of performance locality.
Offerors who meet the minimum qualifications for a GS-13 will be considered for the GS-13 level
positions. Offerors who meet the minimum qualifications for a GS-14 will be considered for the GS-14
level only.
Offerors selected at the GS-13 may have an opportunity for advancement to the GS-14 equivalent
after at least two years at the GS-13 level, if the individual receives a recommendation from the
supervisor for advancement along with an Exceeds Fully Successful performance evaluation.
Advancement to the GS-14 level is not guaranteed.
Salaries over and above the top of the pay range will not be entertained or negotiated.
7. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: USAID/Washington
Relocation expenses will not be reimbursed for U.S.-based positions.
8. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: Five (5) years, tentatively 145 day estimated start date from closing
9. ELIGIBLE OFFERORS: U.S. Citizens Only
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10. SECURITY LEVEL REQUIRED: Secret
If there is a change in circumstances requiring access to National Security information classified at the
Top-Secret level, the offeror may be asked to obtain and maintain a Secret up to Top Secret/Sensitive
Compartmented Information level clearance as provided by USAID.
11. STATEMENT OF DUTIES

GENERAL STATEMENT OF PURPOSE OF THE CONTRACT

USAID's Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) is committed to fostering an equitable and
inclusive workplace with a diverse workforce. BHA encourages qualified candidates of all
races/ethnicities, genders, cultural backgrounds, abilities, and socioeconomic statuses to apply.
The Office of Humanitarian Business and Management Operations (HBMO) develops, maintains,
and coordinates the Bureau’s critical business functions and processes in areas of acquisition
and assistance, administrative management services, talent management, internal training,
programmatic risk management, and audit management. The office is organized into five
divisions, namely: Acquisition and Assistance; Award, Risk, and Performance Management
(ARPM); Human Resources and Administrative Management Services Budget and Finance; and
Information Technology Management.
The ARPM Division leads BHA's strategic approach to risk management, ensures compliance
with internal controls, coordinates internal and external audits, and serves as the primary
liaison with the USAID Office of Inspector General (OIG). ARPM comprises three teams: Audit
Management Team, Internal Controls and Risk Management Team, and the Risk Management
Advisory Team. The Division is responsible for the oversight, coordination, development of
management decisions, and response actions related to OIG audits. ARPM is also responsible
creating internal business processes and monitoring compliance with USAID policy and United
States Government (USG) rules and regulations; finalizing pre-award risk assessments;
managing BHA’s response to annual USAID internal control exercises, such as the Enterprise Risk
Management risk profile and Federal Managers Financial Integrity Act assessment; performing
pre-award surveys; and managing partner-vetting of BHA recipients. Additionally, ARPM
strengthens and reinforces internal controls and risk management processes across BHA by
developing internal guidance and policies, and participating on intra- and interagency working
groups.
Risk Management Advisors (RIMAs) play a central role in the USG’s disaster response,
humanitarian assistance, and disaster risk reduction programs. The RIMA assists program teams
in assessing and mitigating programmatic risk; liaises with auditors and coordinates audit
responses; and ensures that USAID-funded humanitarian response programs adhere to policy
guidelines and USG regulations. The RIMA focuses on developing, assessing, and strengthening
risk assessments, managing audit responses, and ensuring compliance with USG policies,
procedures, and standards at headquarters, and in field operations. The RIMA develops and
maintains tracking and record-keeping systems on audit, risk, and compliance issues and advises
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of potential violations of laws and regulations. The RIMA ensures program integrity by advising
on USG’s grant regulations and procedures and supporting BHA program staff on monitoring
and responding to issues of concern regarding misuse, divergence, fraud, investigations, and
audits, as applicable to humanitarian programs.
This position will be part of the RIMA Team in BHA’s ARPM Division. The position is based in
Washington, D.C., with potential travel to the field to support field-level audit coordination as
needed.
BHA requires the services of RIMAs to ensure that USAID’s humanitarian response programs
incorporate risk assessment and mitigation processes and adhere to policy guidelines and USG
regulations.
STATEMENT OF DUTIES TO BE PERFORMED
At the GS-13 Equivalent Level:
Internal systems:
● Support program teams in developing and/or strengthening internal controls, ensuring
compliance with USG rules and regulations, and advising on the implications of audits, criminal
investigations, and any policy or regulatory changes.
● Support the risk assessment and risk management process to ensure compliance with USG
requirements.
● Maintain program tracking and record-keeping systems on audit, risk, and compliance issues.
● Provide regular updates, resources, and information on compliance requirements and ensure
that relevant staff members at headquarters and in the field are well-versed in these
requirements.
● Brief senior management on USG regulations relevant to misuse, diversion, or fraud as
applicable to humanitarian programs.
● Review program reports and advise staff and office management on the potential for violations
of laws and regulations.
● Support USAID’s corporate internal controls assessments and management processes.
● Support BHA’s efforts to assess and manage risk(s) in humanitarian programs through USAID’s
enterprise risk management process.
Portfolio Management:
● Support and advise program staff and management on monitoring and responding to issues of
concern regarding misuse, diversions, fraud, investigations, and audits of awards.
● Liaise with the OIG and support the program team on audits and/or investigations within the
assigned portfolio.
● Support the program teams in identifying and assessing programmatic risks, and design
programs to manage and/or mitigate identified risks in humanitarian programs.
● Review applications for USAID funding to determine whether the proposed program
incorporates an assessment of risk(s) and appropriate risk management measures and is in
compliance with USG rules and regulations.
● Implement and strengthen compliance monitoring and evaluation procedures for the portfolio.

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● Support the development of appropriate strategies to identify and react to any findings,
allegations of deviations from the intended purpose of USAID-funded awards, or other issues
identified.
● Support program staff in reviewing and monitoring partner operational compliance with USG
laws and regulations, including, but not limited to, accounting, procurement, and hiring
standards as well as overall financial and administrative management of USAID funds.
● Maintain and track standardized office files for principal assigned activities. Provide
recommendations to program staff and office management on policy options to reduce the risks
of the misuse of funding, diversions, and/or fraud.
● Develop proposals for special risk assessment and compliance activities and reviews.
Agency and USG Liaison and Representation:
● Coordinate and liaise with USAID’s Office of General Counsel (GC), OIG, and the Department of
Treasury on legal and audit matters.
● Compile responses to queries and data calls related to risk, compliance, audits, and
investigations from GC, OIG, U.S. Congress, or senior USAID staff and ensure a timely and
appropriate response.
● Help support and respond to requests for information on USAID’s risk management activities in
the area of responsibility, to include drafting briefing papers, memorandum, and talking points,
and developing and/or facilitating formal presentations and briefings.
● Participate in subject matter meetings as requested by program staff and/or office management.
● Serve as the portfolio focal point in USAID and USG interagency meetings related to risk,
compliance, audit, or investigations.
General Duties:
● Regularly attend ARPM Division, RIMA team meetings and program team meetings.
● May be requested to be on-call/sign up for and serve on Washington-based Response
Management Teams (RMTs), which provide services and support to Disaster Assistance Response
Teams (DARTs) deployed in response to disasters. The duties on RMTs will vary.
● Serve on DARTs which may require immediate (within 24 hours) deployment overseas for an
extended period of time. During deployment on DARTs (if required), and during site visits, there
may be some additional physical exertion including long periods of standing, walking over rough
terrain, or carrying of moderately heavy items (less than 50 pounds). Work is primarily
performed in an office setting. During deployment on DARTs (if required), and during site visits,
the work may additionally involve special safety and/or security precautions, wearing of
protective equipment, and exposure to severe weather conditions.
● May serve on temporary detail within the bureau to meet operational needs during staff
shortages. Duties performed while on detail will be aligned with the Team’s existing duties and
responsibilities and will be directly related to the scope of work provided.
● The RIMA does not have supervisory responsibilities; however, the PSC may serve in an acting
leadership role within the bureau in order to meet short-term staffing needs, not to exceed 120
days in a 12-month contract year.
● Become certified and serve as an Agreement Officer’s Representative/Contracting
Officer’s Representative (AOR/COR), as assigned. The AOR/COR provides financial and
programmatic oversight of all aspects of managing the agreement or contract; this includes but
is not limited to reviewing invoices, requests for approvals, program/project deliverables (i.e.
work plans, annual reports, month status reports), travel requests, key personnel requests, and
financial/budget reports. They are responsible for drafting and submitting the annual contractor
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performance evaluation in Contract Performance Assessment Review System (CPARS). They
prepare and review contract/assistance modifications documentation and assist the
Contracting/Agreement Officer to ensure performance is compliant with the terms and
conditions of the contract/agreement, the FAR, and USAID policy. AOR/CORs are responsible for
all related requirements in the COR designation letter and the AOR designation letter.
At the GS-14 Equivalent Level (If the PSC is promoted during contract performance):
At this grade level, the RIMA will demonstrate expert competence in the duties and responsibilities
described below. They will perform these duties and responsibilities with little to no guidance and
minimal supervisory direction from the RIMA Team Leader or their designee. Additionally, they will have
a high level of responsibility for management and coordination in his/her area of responsibility. They will
also have a high level of responsibility for contributing to policy decisions and representing the office and
its interests to other parties.
Internal systems:
● Demonstrate an expert understanding of internal controls, risk assessments, risk management
and compliance issues, advising on the implications of audits, criminal investigations, and USAID
and USG policy or regulatory changes.
● Lead risk assessments of humanitarian programs adhering to USAID and USG risk mitigation
policies and guidance and recommend appropriate corrective or risk mitigation measures.
● Exercise independent judgment and decision-making related to risk mitigation and internal
control policies and best practices.
● Manage tracking and record-keeping systems on audit, risk, and compliance issues.
● Provide expert advice to senior management on the USG regulations related to the misuse,
divergence and/or fraud, as applicable to programs funded by BHA.
● Provide expert guidance to program staff and office management on the potential for violations
of USG laws and regulations.
● Serve as an expert in supporting USAID’s internal controls assessment and management
processes.
● Support BHA’s efforts to assess and manage risk(s) in humanitarian programs through USAID’s
enterprise risk management process.
Portfolio Management:
● Provide expert advice to program staff and management on monitoring and responding to issues
of concern concerning the misuse of funds, alleged diversions, fraudulent activities, and/or
external investigations and audits of humanitarian awards.
● Lead and serve as a technical advisor for risk management, internal controls, and compliance
issues on the assigned portfolio.
● Draft, maintain, update, and revise written technical guidance based on new regulations and/or
changes to existing USG and Agency risk management initiatives and policies.
● Provide expert guidance to program staff and management on audits and/or investigations of
the assigned portfolio.
● Review applications for USAID humanitarian funding and provide expertise to determine
whether risk management and compliance were appropriately integrated into the proposed
program design, particularly in high-risk and non-permissive operating environments.
● Lead the compliance monitoring and evaluation process for the portfolio.

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● Lead the development of appropriate strategies to identify and react to findings, allegations of
deviations from the intended purpose(s) of grants, or other issues identified.
● Draft recommendations to program staff and office management for policy options to reduce
risk of partner misuse, diversions, and fraud.
● Manage day-to-day assignments and workload for risk management specialist(s) assigned to the
portfolio, and review their work products for quality and accuracy, as applicable.
Agency and USG Liaison and Representation:
● Serve as a primary point of contact in the area of responsibility for BHA Senior Management
Teams.
● Lead interactions and communications with GC, OIG, and the Department of Treasury that are
related to risk and audit matters on the portfolio.
● Lead on responding to any data calls related to risk, compliance, audits, and/or investigations
from GC, OIG, U.S. Congress, or senior USAID staff, and ensure a timely and appropriate
response.
● Draft written and oral responses to requests for information on BHA’s risk mitigation activities in
the area of responsibility, to include briefing papers, memorandum talking points, formal
presentations, and informal briefings.
● Regularly provide risk mitigation and assessment expertise in meetings with the USG interagency
and external stakeholders, as requested by office management.
● Independently serve as the team’s risk management representative in bureau and agency
meetings related to risk, compliance, audit, or investigations.
General Duties:
● Regularly attend ARPM Division, RIMA team meetings, and program team meetings.
● May be requested to be on-call/sign up for and serve on Washington-based RMTs, which provide
services and support to DARTs deployed in response to disasters. The duties on RMTs will vary.
● Serve on DARTs which may require immediate (within 24 hours) deployment overseas for an
extended period of time. During deployment on DARTs (if required), and during site visits, there
may be some additional physical exertion including long periods of standing, walking over rough
terrain, or carrying of moderately heavy items (less than 50 pounds). Work is primarily
performed in an office setting. During deployment on DARTs (if required), and during site visits,
the work may additionally involve special safety and/or security precautions, wearing of
protective equipment, and exposure to severe weather conditions.
● May serve on temporary detail within the bureau to meet operational needs during staff
shortages. Duties performed while on detail will be aligned with the Team’s existing duties and
responsibilities and will be directly related to the scope of work provided.
● The RIMA does not have supervisory responsibilities; however, the PSC may serve in an acting
leadership role within the bureau in order to meet short-term staffing needs, not to exceed 120
days in a 12-month contract year.
● Become certified and serve as an AOR/COR, as assigned. The AOR/COR provides financial and
programmatic oversight of all aspects of managing the agreement or contract; this includes but
is not limited to reviewing invoices, requests for approvals, program/project deliverables (i.e.
work plans, annual reports, month status reports), travel requests, key personnel requests, and
financial/budget reports. They are responsible for drafting and submitting the annual contractor
performance evaluation in CPARS. They prepare and review contract/assistance modifications
documentation and assist the Contracting/Agreement Officer to ensure performance is
compliant with the terms and conditions of the contract/agreement, the FAR, and USAID
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policy. AOR/CORs are responsible for all related requirements in the COR designation letter and
the AOR designation letter.
SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP:
The USPSC will take direction from and will report to the RIMA Team Lead or their designee.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:
For positions GS-13 equivalent
The supervisor sets overall objectives. USPSC and supervisor together develop deadlines, projects and
work to be done. The USPSC independently plans, designs, and carries out project, studies, and
programs. Completed work is reviewed only from an overall standpoint in terms of feasibility,
compatibility with other work, or effectiveness in meeting requirements, or expected results. Technical
problems are generally resolved without reference to supervisors.
For positions GS-14 equivalent:
The supervisor provides administrative direction in terms of broadly defined missions or functions.
USPSC independently plans, designs and carries out project, studies, and programs. Results of the work
are considered technically authoritative. There is no higher level official technically responsible for
administering the program/project.

12. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work requested does not involve undue physical demands.
II. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION
(Determines basic eligibility for the position. Offerors who do not meet all of the education and
experience factors are considered NOT qualified for the position.)
GS-13 Level:
Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of seven (7) years of experience working in program management,
legal analysis, internal controls, compliance or risk management, of which a minimum of (3) years of
experience working on emergency relief or humanitarian assistance programs or providing management
and oversight USG-funded grants or contracts.
OR
Master’s degree plus a minimum of (5) years of experience working in program management, legal
analysis, internal controls, compliance or risk management, of which a minimum of (3) years of
experience working on emergency relief or humanitarian assistance programs, or providing management
and oversight of USG-funded grants or contracts.
GS-14 Level:

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Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of nine (9) years of experience working in program management,
legal analysis, internal controls, compliance or risk management, of which a minimum of (3) years of
experience working on emergency relief or humanitarian assistance programs, or providing management
and oversight of USG-funded grants or contracts.
OR
Master’s degree plus a minimum of seven (7) years of experience working in experience program
management, legal analysis, internal controls, compliance or risk management, of which a minimum of
(3) years of experience working on emergency relief or humanitarian assistance programs, or providing
management and oversight of USG-funded grants or contracts.
AND
● Offeror is a U.S. Citizen.
● Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Level Clearance. (If there is a change in circumstances
requiring access to National Security information classified at the Top Secret level, the offeror
may be asked to obtain and maintain Secret up to a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented
Information level clearance after award).
● Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of State medical clearance.

III. EVALUATION AND SELECTION FACTORS
The Government may award a contract without discussions with offerors in accordance with FAR
52.215-1. The CO reserves the right at any point in the evaluation process to establish a competitive
range of offerors with whom negotiations will be conducted pursuant to FAR 15.306(c). In accordance
with FAR 52.215-1, if the CO determines that the number of offers that would otherwise be in the
competitive range exceeds the number at which an efficient competition can be conducted, the CO may
limit the number of offerors in the competitive range to the greatest number that will permit an efficient
competition among the most highly rated offers. FAR provisions of this solicitation are available at
https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far.
The technical evaluation committee may conduct reference checks, including references from individuals
who have not been specifically identified by the offeror, and may do so before or after a candidate is
interviewed.
SELECTION FACTORS
(Determines basic eligibility for the position. Offerors who do not meet all of the selection factors are
considered NOT qualified for the position.)
● Offeror is a U.S. Citizen.
● Complete resume submitted. See section IV for resume requirements. Experience that cannot be
quantified will not be counted towards meeting the solicitation requirements.
● USPSC Offeror form AID 309-2. Offerors are required to complete sections A through I. This form
must be physically signed. Electronic signatures may be accepted.
● Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. If there is a change in circumstances requiring
access to National Security information classified at the Top-Secret level, the offeror may be

asked to obtain and maintain a Secret up to Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information
level clearance as provided by USAID.
● Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of State medical clearance throughout the contract.
● Must not appear as an excluded party in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).
● Satisfactory verification of academic credentials.

OFFEROR RATING SYSTEM
The offeror rating system factors are used to determine the competitive ranking of qualified offerors in
comparison to other offerors. Offerors must demonstrate the rating factors outlined below within their
resume, as they are evaluated strictly by the information provided. The evaluation of writing tests will
also take into consideration the quality of written responses. Aspects of written responses including, but
not limited to typos, grammatical errors, spelling errors, and incomplete sentences will be factored into
the evaluation process. The rating factors are as follows:
MATRIX (40 points)
Professional Experience (20 points):
● Demonstrated knowledge and experience about USG regulations relating to award or contract
management (assistance and acquisition) and internal controls, including the ability to apply that
knowledge and reach conclusions about compliance matters. Examples of some USG regulations,
include the following but are not limited to (2 points per example not to exceed 4 points)

● Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
● Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)
● Governmental Accountability Office (GAO) Green Book
● OMB Circular A-123

● Demonstrated experience analyzing and interpreting reporting data. (5 points )
● Demonstrated experience Identifying risk management and mitigation solutions to inform
program approaches or strategies, internal or external reporting, or to make recommendations
to management or other relevant stakeholders. (5 points )
● Demonstrated knowledge of the operations and policies of non-governmental organizations,
public international organizations, or private sector entities implementing USG-funded
international development or humanitarian assistance programs (6 points).
Communication and Interpersonal Skills (20 points):
● Demonstrated experience coordinating work across stakeholders with diverse nationalities or
cultural backgrounds. (5 points)
● Demonstrated ability to prepare and present analyses, based on the interpretation and practical
application of legal sources, regulations, policies, and procedures. (5 points)
● Demonstrated experience communicating and transferring knowledge on complex policy and
programmatic issues to a multitude of non-specialist audiences at a variety of levels including
junior staff, peers, and senior leadership. (5 points)
● Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining collaborative relationships across
different parts of an organization and different stakeholders. (5 points)

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Interview Performance (30 points)
Timed Writing Test (15 points)
Satisfactory Professional Reference Checks (15 points)
Offerors must provide their references to BHA upon request no later than seven (7) days from initial
request. Failure to meet this requirement will lead to a score of zero (0) in this portion of the Offeror
Rating System.
Total Possible Points: 100
BASIS OF RATING: Offerors who meet the Education/Experience requirements and Selection Factors will
be further evaluated in accordance with the Offeror Rating System. Those offerors determined to be
competitively ranked may also be evaluated on interview performance and satisfactory professional
reference checks.
Offerors are required to address each factor of the Offeror Rating System in their resume, describing
specifically and accurately what experience, training, education and/or awards they have received as it
pertains 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 factors and/or Offeror Rating System factors may result
in not receiving credit for all pertinent experience, education, training and/or awards.
The most qualified offerors may be interviewed and required to provide a writing sample. BHA will not
pay for any expenses associated with the interviews.
Professional references and academic credentials will be evaluated for offerors being considered for
selection.
Note: Please be advised that references may be obtained independently from other sources in addition
to the ones provided by an offeror. BHA reserves the right to select additional offerors if vacancies
become available during the future phase of the selection process.

IV. SUBMITTING AN OFFER
1. Eligible Offerors are required to complete and submit the offer form AID 309-2, “Offeror
Information for Personal Services Contracts with Individuals,” available at
http://www.usaid.gov/forms.
2. Offers must be received by the closing date and time specified in Section I, item 3, and
submitted to the Point of Contact in Section I.
3. Offeror submissions must clearly reference the Solicitation number on all offeror submitted
documents.
4. Complete resume. In order to fully evaluate your offer, your resume must include:
(a) Offerors must notate on their resume what GS level equivalent is being applied for. Applicants
may list more than one GS level on their resume.
(b) Paid and non-paid experience, job title, location(s), dates held (month/year), and hours worked
per week for each position. Dates (month/year) and locations for all field experience must also be
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detailed. Any experience that does not include dates (month/year), locations, and hours per week
will not be counted towards meeting the solicitation requirements.
(c) Specific duties performed that fully detail the level and complexity of the work.
(d) Education and any other qualifications including job-related training courses, job-related skills, or
job-related honors, awards or accomplishments. Failure to identify an academic discipline will result
in disqualification.
(e) U.S. Citizenship
(f) Optional: How did you hear about this opportunity? (SAM.gov, BHA Jobs, Career Fair, etc.).
Your resume must contain sufficient information to make a valid determination that you fully meet
the experience requirements as stated in this solicitation GS-13/14 Tandem Equivalent Level. This
information must 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.
Additional documents submitted will not be accepted.
By submitting your offer materials, you certify that all of the information on and attached to the offer is
true, correct, complete, and made in good faith. You agree to allow all information on and attached to
the offer to be investigated. False or fraudulent information on or attached to your offer 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 offers for the intended position, please reference the solicitation number on
your offer, and as the subject line in any email.

5. NOTE: If the full security application package is not submitted within 30 days after the Office of
Security determines eligibility, the offer may be rescinded. If a Secret security clearance is not
obtained within nine months after offer acceptance, the offer may be rescinded. If Top Secret is
required, and clearance is not obtained within nine months after award, USAID may terminate
the contract at the convenience of the government. If Sensitive Compartmented Information
(SCI) access is not obtained within nine months after Top Secret clearance is granted, USAID may
terminate the contract at the convenience of the government.
6. NOTE: If the full medical clearance package is not submitted within two months after offer
acceptance, the offer may be rescinded. If a Department of State medical clearance is not
obtained; the offer may be rescinded.
7. 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 offer.