AUTHORIZED FEDERAL SUPPLY SERVICE
CORPORATE CONTRACT
Contract Number: GS-00F-0003L
IT Facility Operation and Maintenance
IT Systems Development Services
IT Systems Analysis Services
Automated Information Systems Design and Integration Services
Programming Services
IT Data Conversion Services
IT Network Management Services
Automated News Services, Data Services, or Other Information Services.
Constella Group, Inc.
Tel: (919) 544-8500
Fax: 919-544-7507
www.constellagroup.com
AUTHORIZED FEDERAL SUPPLY SERVICE
Corporate Contract
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
FPDS Code CD301 IT Facility Operation and Maintenance
FPDS Code CD302 IT Systems Development Services
FPDS Code CD306 IT Systems Analysis Services
FPDS Code CD307 Automated Information Systems Design and Integration Services
FPDS Code CD308 Programming Services
FPDS Code CD311 IT Data Conversion Services
FPDS Code CD316 IT Network Management Services
FPDS Code CD317 Automated News Services, Data Services, or Other Information Services
Constella Group, Inc.
2605 Meridian Parkway, Suite 200
Durham, NC Durham
Tel: (919) 544-8500
Fax: 919-544-7507
www.constellagroup.com
Contract Number:
GS-OOF-0003L
Period Covered by Contract:
October 1, 2000 through August 20, 2005
General Services Administration
Federal Supply Service
Pricelist current through Modification #PO0006, dated February 4, 2004.
Products and ordering information in this Authorized FSS Information Technology Schedule Pricelist are also available on the GSA Advantage! System. Agencies can browse GSA Advantage! by accessing the Federal Supply Service''s Home Page via the Internet at http://w
ww.fss.gsa.gov/
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS 3
INFORMATION FOR ORDERING OFFICES 4
TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLICABLE TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (SPECIAL ITEM NUMBER 132-51) 10
USA COMMITMENT TO PROMOTE SMALL BUSINESS PARTICIPATION PROCUREMENT PROGRAMS 33
BEST VALUE BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT FEDERAL SUPPLY SCHEDULE 35
INFORMATION FOR ORDERING OFFICES
SPECIAL NOTICE TO AGENCIES:
Small Business Participation
SBA strongly supports the participation of small business concerns in the Federal Supply Schedules Program. To enhance Small Business Participation SBA policy allows agencies to include in their procurement base and goals, the dollar value of orders expected to be
placed against the Federal Supply Schedules, and to report accomplishments against these goals.
For orders exceeding the micropurchase threshold, FAR 8.404 requires agencies to consider the catalogs/pricelists of at least three schedule contractors or consider reasonably available information by using the GSA Advantage!( on-line shopping service (www.fss.gsa
.gov). The catalogs/pricelists, GSA Advantage!( and the Federal Supply Service Home Page (www.fss.gsa.gov) contain information on a broad array of products and services offered by small business concerns.
This information should be used as a tool to assist ordering activities in meeting or exceeding established small business goals. It should also be used as a tool to assist in including small, small disadvantaged, and women-owned small businesses among those consi
dered when selecting pricelists for a best value determination.
For orders exceeding the micropurchase threshold, customers are to give preference to small business concerns when two or more items at the same delivered price will satisfy their requirement.
1. Geographic Scope of Contract:
The geographic scope of this contract is the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia.
2. Contractor's Ordering Address and Payment Information:
Constella Group, Inc.
2605 Meridian Parkway, Suite 200
Durham, NC 27713
Tel: 919-544-8500
Fax: 919-544-7507
Attn: GSA Sales
Contractors are required to accept the Government purchase card for payments equal to or less than the micro-purchase threshold for oral or written delivery orders. Government purchase cards will not be acceptable for payment above the micro-purchase threshold. I
n addition, bank account information for wire transfer payments will be shown on the invoice.
The following telephone number(s) can be used by ordering agencies to obtain technical and/or ordering assistance:
(919) 544-8500
3. LIABILITY FOR INJURY OR DAMAGE
The Contractor shall not be liable for any injury to Government personnel or damage to Government property arising from the use of equipment maintained by the Contractor, unless such injury or damage is due to the fault or negligence of the Contractor.
4. Statistical Data for Government Ordering Office Completion of Standard Form 279:
Block 9: G. Order/Modification Under Federal Schedule
Block 16: Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number: 152787461
Block 30: Type of Contractor - B. Other Small Business
Block 31: Woman-Owned Small Business - No
Block 36: Contractor's Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN): 56-2003869
4a. CAGE Code: 5227A
5. FOB Destination
6. DELIVERY SCHEDULE
a. TIME OF DELIVERY: The Contractor shall deliver to destination within the number of calendar days after receipt of order (ARO), as set forth below:
SPECIAL ITEM NUMBER DELIVERY TIME (Days ARO)
132-51 As negotiated between the
Government and Constella.
b. URGENT REQUIREMENTS: When the Federal Supply Schedule contract delivery period does not meet the bona fide urgent delivery requirements of an ordering agency, agencies are encouraged, if time permits, to contact the Contractor for the purpose of obtaining accel
erated delivery. The Contractor shall replay to the inquiry within 3 workdays after receipt. (Telephonic replies shall be confirmed by the Contractor in writing.) If the Contractor offers an accelerated delivery time acceptable to the ordering agency, any order
(s) placed pursuant to the agreed upon accelerated delivery time frame shall be delivered within this shorter delivery time and in accordance with all other terms and conditions of the contract.
7. Discounts: Prices shown are NET Prices; Basic Discounts have been deducted.
a. Prompt Payment: None offered, prices are net 30 days from receipt of invoice or date of acceptance, whichever is later.
b. Quantity: All prices are net, no additional discounts are offered
c. Dollar Volume: All prices are net, no additional discounts are offered
d. Government Educational Institutions: Same as Federal Government
e. Discount for use of Government Commercial Credit Card: None offered
8. Trade Agreements Act of 1979, as amended:
All items are U.S. made end products, designated country end products, Caribbean Basin country end products, Canadian end products, or Mexican end products as defined in the Trade Agreements Act of 1979, as amended.
9. Statement Concerning Availability of Export Packing:
Available on an open market basis, outside the scope of this contract.
10. Small Requirements: The minimum dollar value of orders to be issued is $50.
11. Maximum Order: (All dollar amounts are exclusive of any discount for prompt payment.)
a. Special Item Number 132-51 - Information Technology (IT) Professional Services
The maximum dollar value per order for all IT Professional services will be $500,000.
12. USE OF FEDERAL SUPPLY SERVICE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SCHEDULE CONTRACTS. In accordance with FAR 8.404:
[NOTE: Special ordering procedures have been established for Special Item Numbers (SINs) 132-51 IT Professional Services, refer to the terms and conditions for that SIN.]
Orders placed pursuant to a Multiple Award Schedule (MAS), using the procedures in FAR 8.404, are considered to be issued pursuant to full and open competition. Therefore, when placing orders under Federal Supply Schedules, ordering offices need not seek further
competition, synopsize the requirement, make a separate determination of fair and reasonable pricing, or consider small business set-asides in accordance with subpart 19.5. GSA has already determined the prices of items under schedule contracts to be fair and rea
sonable. By placing an order against a schedule using the procedures outlined below, the ordering office has concluded that the order represents the best value and results in the lowest overall cost alternative (considering price, special features, administrative
costs, etc.) to meet the Government's needs.
a. Orders placed at or below the micro-purchase threshold. Ordering offices can place orders at or below the micro-purchase threshold with any Federal Supply Schedule Contractor.
b. Orders exceeding the micro-purchase threshold but not exceeding the maximum order threshold. Orders should be placed with the Schedule Contractor that can provide the supply or service that represents the best value. Before placing an order, ordering offices
should consider reasonably available information about the supply or service offered under MAS contracts by using the "GSA Advantage!" on-line shopping service, or by reviewing the catalogs/pricelists of at least three Schedule Contractors and selecting the deliv
ery and other options available under the schedule that meets the agency's needs. In selecting the supply or service representing the best value, the ordering office may consider--
(1) Special features of the supply or service that are required in effective program performance and that are not provided by a comparable supply or service;
(2) Trade-in considerations;
(3) Probable life of the item selected as compared with that of a comparable item;
(4) Warranty considerations;
(5) Maintenance availability;
(6) Past performance; and
(7) Environmental and energy efficiency considerations.
c. Orders exceeding the maximum order threshold. Each schedule contract has an established maximum order threshold. This threshold represents the point where it is advantageous for the ordering office to seek a price reduction. In addition to following the pro
cedures in paragraph b, above, and before placing an order that exceeds the maximum order threshold, ordering offices shall--
(1) Review additional Schedule Contractors'
catalogs/pricelists or use the "GSA Advantage!" on-line shopping service;
(2) Based upon the initial evaluation, generally seek price reductions from the Schedule Contractor(s) appearing to provide the best value (considering price and other factors); and
(3) After price reductions have been sought, place the order with the Schedule Contractor that provides the best value and results in the lowest overall cost alternative. If further price reductions are not offered, an order may still be placed, if the ordering
office determines that it is appropriate.
NOTE: For orders exceeding the maximum order threshold, the Contractor may:
(1) Offer a new lower price for this requirement (the Price Reductions clause is not applicable to orders placed over the maximum order in FAR 52.216-19 Order Limitations);
(2) Offer the lowest price available under the contract; or
(3) Decline the order (orders must be returned in accordance with FAR 52.216-19).
d. Blanket purchase agreements (BPAs). The establishment of Federal Supply Schedule BPAs is permitted when following the ordering procedures in FAR 8.404. All schedule contracts contain BPA provisions. Ordering offices may use BPAs to establish accounts with C
ontractors to fill recurring requirements. BPAs should address the frequency of ordering and invoicing, discounts, and delivery locations and times.
e. Price reductions. In addition to the circumstances outlined in paragraph c, above, there may be instances when ordering offices will find it advantageous to request a price reduction. For example, when the ordering office finds a schedule supply or service
elsewhere at a lower price or when a BPA is being established to fill recurring requirements, requesting a price reduction could be advantageous. The potential volume of orders under these agreements, regardless of the size of the individual order, may offer the
ordering office the opportunity to secure greater discounts. Schedule Contractors are not required to pass on to all schedule users a price reduction extended only to an individual agency for a specific order.
f. Small business. For orders exceeding the micro-purchase threshold, ordering offices should give preference to the items of small business concerns when two or more items at the same delivered price will satisfy the requirement.
g. Documentation. Orders should be documented, at a minimum, by identifying the Contractor the item was purchased from, the item purchased, and the amount paid. If an agency requirement in excess of the micro-purchase threshold is defined so as to require a pa
rticular brand name, product, or feature of a product peculiar to one manufacturer, thereby precluding consideration of a product manufactured by another company, the ordering office shall include an explanation in the file as to why the particular brand name, pro
duct, or feature is essential to satisfy the agency's needs.
13. FEDERAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/TELECOMMUNICATION STANDARDS REQUIREMENTS: Federal departments and agencies acquiring products from this Schedule must comply with the provisions of the Federal Standards Program, as appropriate (reference: NIST Federal Standar
ds Index). Inquiries to determine whether or not specific products listed herein comply with Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) or Federal Telecommunication Standards (FED-STDS), which are cited by ordering offices, shall be responded to promptly by
the Contractor.
13.1 FEDERAL INFORMATION PROCESSING STANDARDS PUBLICATIONS (FIPS PUBS): Information Technology products under this Schedule that do not conform to Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) should not be acquired unless a waiver has been granted in accordance
with the applicable "FIPS Publication." Federal Information Processing Standards Publications (FIPS PUBS) are issued by the U.S. Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), pursuant to National Security Act. Information conce
rning their availability and applicability should be obtained from the National Technical Information Service (NTIS), 5285 Port Royal Road, Springfield, Virginia 22161. FIPS PUBS include voluntary standards when these are adopted for Federal use. Individual ord
ers for FIPS PUBS should be referred to the NTIS Sales Office, and orders for subscription service should be referred to the NTIS Subscription Officer, both at the above address, or telephone number (703) 487-4650.
13.2 FEDERAL TELECOMMUNICATION STANDARDS (FED-STDS): Telecommunication products under this Schedule that do not conform to Federal Telecommunication Standards (FED-STDS) should not be acquired unless a waiver has been granted in accordance with the applicable "FED
-STD." Federal Telecommunication Standards are issued by the U.S. Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), pursuant to National Security Act. Ordering information and information concerning the availability of FED-STDS should
be obtained from the GSA, Federal Supply Service, Specification Section, 470 East L'Enfant Plaza, Suite 8100, SW, Washington, DC 20407, telephone number (202)619-8925. Please include a self-addressed mailing label when requesting information by mail. Informati
on concerning their applicability can be obtained by writing or calling the U.S. Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Gaithersburg, MD 20899, telephone number (301)975-2833.
14. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS. In the event security requirements are necessary, the ordering activities may incorporate, in their delivery orders, a security clause in accordance with current laws, regulations, and individual agency policy; however, the burden of ad
ministering the security requirements shall be with the ordering agency. If any costs are incurred as a result of the inclusion of security requirements, such costs will not exceed ten percent (10%) or $100,000, of the total dollar value of the order, whichever i
s lessor.
15. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION FOR ORDERING OFFICES: Any ordering office, with respect to any one or more delivery orders placed by it under this contract, may exercise the same rights of termination as might the GSA Contracting Officer under provisions of FAR 52.212
-4, paragraphs (l) Termination for the Government's convenience, and (m) Termination for Cause (See C.1.)
16. GSA Advantage!
GSA Advantage! is an on-line, interactive electronic information and ordering system that provides on-line access to vendors' schedule prices with ordering information. GSA Advantage! will allow the user to perform various searches across all contracts including,
but not limited to:
(1) Manufacturer;
(2) Manufacturer's Part Number; and
(3) Product categories.
Agencies can browse GSA Advantage! by accessing the Internet World Wide Web utilizing a browser (ex.: Netscape). The Internet address is http://www.fss.gsa.gov/.
17. PURCHASE OF INCIDENTAL, NON-SCHEDULE ITEMS
For administrative convenience, open market (non-contract) items may be added to a Federal Supply Schedule Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) or an individual order, provided that the items are clearly labeled as such on the order, all applicable regulations have be
en followed, and price reasonableness has been determined by the ordering activity for the open market (non-contract) items.
18. CONTRACTOR COMMITMENTS, WARRANTIES AND REPRESENTATIONS
a. For the purpose of this contract, commitments, warranties and representations include, in addition to those agreed to for the entire schedule contract:
(1) Time of delivery/installation quotations for individual orders;
(2) Technical representations and/or warranties of products concerning performance, total system performance and/or configuration, physical, design and/or functional characteristics and capabilities of a product/equipment/ service/software package submitted in r
esponse to requirements which result in orders under this schedule contract.
(3) Any representations and/or warranties concerning the products made in any literature, description, drawings and/or specifications furnished by the Contractor.
b. The above is not intended to encompass items not currently covered by the GSA Schedule contract.
19. OVERSEAS ACTIVITIES
Upon request of the Contractor, the Government may provide the Contractor with logistics support, as available, in accordance with all applicable Government regulations. Such Government support will be provided on a reimbursable basis, and will only be provided t
o the Contractor's technical personnel whose services are exclusively required for the fulfillment of the terms and conditions of this contract.
20. YEAR 2000 WARRANTY - COMMERCIAL SUPPLY ITEMS
"Year 2000 compliant," as used in this part, means, with respect to information technology, that the information technology accurately processes date/time data, (including, but not limited to, calculating, comparing, and sequencing) from, into, and between the twe
ntieth and twenty-first centuries, and the years 1999 and 2000 and leap year calculations, to the extent that other information technology, used in combination with the information technology being acquired, properly exchanges date/time data with it.
The Contractor warrants that each hardware, software, and firmware product delivered under this contract shall be able to accurately process date data (including, but not limited to, calculating, comparing, and sequencing) from, into, and between the twentieth and
twenty-first centuries, including leap year calculations, when used in accordance with the product documentation provided by the Contractor, provided that all listed or unlisted products (e.g. hardware, software, firmware) used in combination with such listed pro
duct properly exchange date data with it. If the contract requires that specific listed products must perform as a system in accordance with the foregoing warranty, then that warranty shall apply to those listed products as a system. The duration of this warrant
y and the remedies available to the Government for breach of this warranty shall be as defined in, and subject to, the terms and limitations of the Contractor's standard commercial warranty or warranties contained in this contract, provided that notwithstanding an
y provision to the contrary in such commercial warranty or warranties, the remedies available to the Government under this warranty shall include repair or replacement of any listed product whose non-compliance is discovered and made known to the Contractor in wri
ting within ninety (90) days after acceptance. Nothing in this warranty shall be construed to limit any rights or remedies the Government may otherwise have under this contract with respect to defects other than Year 2000 performance.
21. BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENTS (BPAs)
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.201(a) defines Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) as "...a simplified method of filling anticipated repetitive needs for supplies or services by establishing 'charge accounts' with qualified sources of supply." The use of B
lanket Purchase Agreements under the Federal Supply Schedule Program is authorized in accordance with FAR 13.202(c)(3), which reads, in part, as follows:
"BPAs may be established with Federal Supply Schedule Contractors, if not inconsistent with the terms of the applicable schedule contract."
Federal Supply Schedule contracts contain BPA provisions to enable schedule users to maximize their administrative and purchasing savings. This feature permits schedule users to set up "accounts" with Schedule Contractors to fill recurring requirements. These ac
counts establish a period for the BPA and generally address issues such as the frequency of ordering and invoicing, authorized callers, discounts, delivery locations and times. Agencies may qualify for the best quantity/volume discounts available under the contra
ct, based on the potential volume of business that may be generated through such an agreement, regardless of the size of the individual orders. In addition, agencies may be able to secure a discount higher than that available in the contract based on the aggregat
e volume of business possible under a BPA. Finally, Contractors may be open to a progressive type of discounting where the discount would increase once the sales accumulated under the BPA reach certain prescribed levels. Use of a BPA may be particularly useful w
ith the new Maximum Order feature. See the Suggested Format, contained in this Schedule Pricelist, for customers to consider when using this purchasing tool.
22. CONTRACTOR TEAM ARRANGEMENTS
Federal Supply Schedule Contractors may use "Contractor Team Arrangements" (see FAR 9.6) to provide solutions when responding to a customer agency requirements. The policy and procedures outlined in this part will provide more flexibility and allow innovative acq
uisition methods when using the Federal Supply Schedules. See the additional information regarding Contractor Team Arrangements in this Schedule Pricelist.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLICABLE TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (SPECIAL ITEM NUMBER 132-51)
1.A. SCOPE
a. The prices, terms and conditions stated under Special Item Number 132-51 Information Technology Professional apply exclusively to IT Services within the scope of this Information Technology Schedule.
b. The Contractor shall provide services at the Contractor's facility and/or at the Government location, as agreed to by the Contractor and the ordering office.
2. ORDERING PROCEDURES
a. Procedures for IT professional services priced on GSA schedule at hourly rates.
(1) FAR 8.402 contemplates that GSA may occasionally find it necessary to establish special ordering procedures for individual Federal Supply Schedules or for some Special Item Numbers (SINs) within a Schedule. GSA has established special ordering procedures for
IT professional services (SIN 132-51) that are priced on schedule at hourly rates. These special ordering procedures which are outlined herein take precedence over the procedures in FAR 8.404.
(2) The GSA has determined that the rates for IT professional services contained in this pricelist are fair and reasonable. However, the ordering office using this contract is responsible for considering the level of effort and mix of labor proposed to perform a
specific task being ordered and for making a determination that the total firm-fixed price or ceiling price is fair and reasonable.
(3) When ordering IT professional services ordering offices shall -
(i) Prepare a Request for Proposal:
(A) A performance-based statement of work that outlines, at a minimum, the work to be performed, location of work, period of performance, deliverable schedule, applicable standards, acceptance criteria, and any special requirements (i.e., security clearances, trav
el, special knowledge, etc.) should be prepared.
(B) A request for proposal should be prepared which includes the performance-based statement of work and requests the contractors submit either a firm-fixed price or a ceiling price to provide the services outlined in the statement of work. A firm-fixed price ord
er shall be requested, unless the ordering office makes a determination that it is not possible at the time of placing the order to estimate accurately the extent or duration of the work or to anticipate cost with any reasonable degree of confidence. When such a
determination is made, a labor hour or time-and-materials proposal may be requested. The firm-fixed price shall be based on the hourly rates in the schedule contract and shall consider the mix of labor categories and level of effort required to perform the servic
es described in the statement of work. The firm-fixed price of the order should also include any travel costs or other incidental costs related to performance of the services ordered, unless the order provides for reimbursement of travel costs at the rates provid
ed in the Federal Travel or Joint Travel Regulations. A ceiling price must be established for labor hour and time and material orders.
(C) The request for proposal may request the contractors, if necessary or appropriate, submit a project plan for performing the task and information on the contractor's experience and/or past performance performing similar tasks.
(D) The request for proposal shall notify the contractors what basis will be used for selecting the contractor to receive the order. The notice shall include the basis for determining whether the contractors are technically qualified and provide an explanation re
garding the intended use of any experience and/or past performance information in determining technical acceptability of responses. If consideration will be limited to schedule contractors who are small business concerns as permitted by paragraph (ii)(A) below, t
he request for proposals shall notify the contractors that will be the case.
(ii) Transmit the Request for Proposal to Contractors:
(A) Based upon an initial evaluation of catalogs and pricelists, the ordering office should identify the contractors that appear to offer the best value (considering the scope of services offered, hourly rates and other factors such as contractors' locations, as a
ppropriate). When buying IT professional services under SIN 132-51 ONLY, the ordering office, at its discretion, may limit consideration to those schedule contractors that are small business concerns. This limitation is not applicable when buying supplies and/or
services under other SINs as well as SIN 132-51. The limitation may only be used when at least three (3) small businesses that appear to offer services that will meet the agency's needs are available, if the order is estimated to exceed the micro-purchase thresh
old.
(B) The request for proposal should be to three (3) contractors if the proposed order is estimated to exceed the micro-purchase threshold, but not to exceed the maximum order threshold. For proposed orders exceeding the maximum order threshold, the request for pr
oposal should be provided to additional contractors that offer services that will meet the agency's needs. Ordering offices should strive to minimize the contractors' costs associated with responding to requests for proposals for specific orders. Requests should
be tailored to the minimum level necessary for adequate evaluation and selection for order placement.
(iii) Evaluate proposals and select the contractor to receive the order:
After responses have been evaluated against the factors identified in the request for proposal, the order should be placed with the schedule contractor that represents the best value and results in the lowest overall cost alternative (considering price, special qu
alifications, administrative costs, etc.) to meet the Government's needs.
(4) The establishment of Federal Supply Schedule Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for recurring services is permitted when the procedures outlined herein are followed. All BPAs for services must define the services that may be ordered under the BPA, along with
delivery or performance time frames, billing procedures, etc. The potential volume of orders under BPAs, regardless of the size of individual orders, may offer the ordering office the opportunity to secure volume discounts. When establishing BPAs ordering office
s shall -
(i) Inform contractors in the request for proposal (based on the agency's requirement) if a single BPA or multiple BPAs will be established, and indicate the basis that will be used for selecting the contractors to be awarded the BPAs.
(A) SINGLE BPA: Generally, a single BPA should be established when the ordering office can define the tasks to be ordered under the BPA and establish a firm-fixed price or ceiling price for individual tasks or services to be ordered. When this occurs, authorized
users may place the order directly under the established BPA when the need for service arises. The schedule contractor that represents the best value and results in the lowest overall cost alternative to meet the agency's needs should be awarded the BPA.
(B) MULTIPLE BPAs: When the ordering office determines multiple BPAs are needed to meet its requirements, the ordering office should determine which contractors can meet any technical qualifications before establishing the BPAs. When multiple BPAs are established
, the authorized users must follow the procedure in (3)(ii)(B) above, and then place the order with the schedule contractor that represents the best value and results in the lowest overall cost alternative to meet the agency's needs.
(ii) Review BPAs periodically. Such reviews shall be conducted at least annually. The purpose of the review is to determine whether the BPA still represents the best value (considering price, special qualifications, etc.) and results in the lowest overall cost a
lternative to meet the agency's needs.
(5) The ordering office should give preference to small business concerns when two or more contractors can provide the services at the same firm-fixed price or ceiling price.
(6) When the ordering office's requirement involves both products as well as IT professional services, the ordering office should total the prices for the products and the firm-fixed price for the services and select the contractor that represents the greatest val
ue in terms of meeting the agency's total needs.
(7) The ordering office, at a minimum, should document orders by identifying the contractor the services were purchased from, the services purchased, and the amount paid. If other than a firm-fixed price order is placed, such documentation should include the basis
for the determination to use a labor-hour or time-and-materials order. For agency requirements in excess of the micro-purchase threshold, the order file should document the evaluation of schedule contractors' proposals that formed the basis for the selection of
the contractor that received the order and the rationale for any trade-offs made in making the selection.
b. Ordering Procedures for other services available on schedule at fixed prices for specifically defined services or tasks.
Orders placed pursuant to a Multiple Award Schedule (MAS), using the procedures in FAR 8.404, are considered to be issued pursuant to full and open competition. Therefore, when placing orders under Federal Supply Schedules, ordering offices need not seek further
competition, synopsize the requirement, make a separate determination of fair and reasonable pricing, or consider small business set-asides in accordance with subpart 19.5. GSA has already determined the prices of items under schedule contracts to be fair and re
asonable. By placing an order against a schedule using the procedures outlined below, the ordering office has concluded that the order represents the best value and results in the lowest overall cost alternative (considering price, special features, administrativ
e costs, etc.) to meet the Government's needs.
(1) Orders placed at or below the micro-purchase threshold. Ordering offices can place orders at or below the micro-purchase threshold with any Federal Supply Schedule Contractor.
(2) Orders exceeding the micro-purchase threshold but not exceeding the maximum order threshold. Orders should be placed with the Schedule Contractor that can provide the supply or service that represents the best value. Before placing an order, ordering office
s should consider reasonably available information about the service offered under MAS contracts by using the "GSA Advantage!" on-line shopping service, or by reviewing the catalogs/pricelists of at least three Schedule Contractors and selecting the delivery and o
ther options available under the schedule that meets the agency's needs. In selecting the service representing the best value, the ordering office may consider- (i) special features of the service that are required in effective program performance and that are no
t provided by a comparable service; and (ii) past performance.
(3) Orders exceeding the maximum order threshold. Each schedule contract has an established maximum order threshold. This threshold represents the point where it is advantageous for the ordering office to seek a price reduction. In addition to following the pr
ocedures in paragraph b, above, and before placing an order that exceeds the maximum order threshold, ordering offices shall--
(i) Review additional Schedule Contractors' catalogs/pricelists or use the "GSA Advantage!" on-line shopping service;
(ii) Based upon the initial evaluation, generally seek price reductions from the Schedule Contractor(s) appearing to provide the best value (considering price and other factors); and
(iii) After price reductions have been sought, place the order with the Schedule Contractor that provides the best value and results in the lowest overall cost alternative. If further price reductions are not offered, an order may still be placed, if the orderin
g office determines that it is appropriate.
NOTE: For orders exceeding the maximum order threshold, the Contractor may:
(A) Offer a new lower price for this requirement (the Price Reductions clause is not applicable to orders placed over the maximum order in FAR 52.216-19 Order Limitations);
(B) Offer the lowest price available under the contract; or
(C) Decline the order (orders must be returned in accordance with FAR 52.216-19).
(4) Blanket purchase agreements (BPAs). The establishment of Federal Supply Schedule BPAs is permitted when following the ordering procedures in FAR 8.404. All schedule contracts contain BPA provisions. Ordering offices may use BPAs to establish accounts with
Contractors to fill recurring requirements. BPAs should address the frequency of ordering and invoicing, discounts, and delivery locations and times.
(5) Price reductions. In addition to the circumstances outlined in paragraph (3), above, there may be instances when ordering offices will find it advantageous to request a price reduction. For example, when the ordering office finds a schedule service elsewher
e at a lower price or when a BPA is being established to fill recurring requirements, requesting a price reduction could be advantageous. The potential volume of orders under these agreements, regardless of the size of the individual order, may offer the ordering
office the opportunity to secure greater discounts. Schedule Contractors are not required to pass on to all schedule users a price reduction extended only to an individual agency for a specific order.
(6) Small business. For orders exceeding the micro-purchase threshold, ordering offices should give preference to the items of small business concerns when two or more items at the same delivered price will satisfy the requirement.
(7) Documentation. Orders should be documented, at a minimum, by identifying the Contractor the item was purchased from, the item purchased, and the amount paid. If an agency requirement in excess of the micro-purchase threshold is defined so as to require a pa
rticular brand name, product, or feature of a product peculiar to one manufacturer, thereby precluding consideration of a product manufactured by another company, the ordering office shall include an explanation in the file as to why the particular brand name, pro
duct, or feature is essential to satisfy the agency's needs.
3. ORDER
a. Agencies may use written orders, EDI orders, blanket purchase agreements, individual purchase orders, or task orders for ordering services under this contract. Blanket Purchase Agreements shall not extend beyond the end of the contract period; all services and
delivery shall be made and the contract terms and conditions shall continue in effect until the completion of the order. Orders for tasks which extend beyond the fiscal year for which funds are available shall include FAR 52.232-19 Availability of Funds for the
Next Fiscal Year. The purchase order shall specify the availability of funds and the period for which funds are available.
b. All task orders are subject to the terms and conditions of the contract. In the event of conflict between a task order and the contract, the contract will take precedence.
4. PERFORMANCE OF SERVICES
a. The Contractor shall commence performance of services on the date agreed to by the Contractor and the ordering office.
b. The Contractor agrees to render services only during normal working hours, unless otherwise agreed to by the Contractor and the ordering office.
c. The Contractor guarantees the satisfactory completion of the IT/EC Services performed under the task order and that all contract personnel utilized in the performance of IT/EC services under the task order shall have the education, experience, and expertise as
stated in the task order.
d. Any Contractor travel required in the performance of IT/EC Services must comply with the Federal Travel Regulation or Joint Travel Regulations, as applicable, in effect on the date(s) the travel is performed. Established Federal Government per diem rates will a
pply to all Contractor travel. Contractors cannot use GSA city pair contracts.
5. INSPECTION OF SERVICES
The Inspection of Services-Fixed Price (AUG 1996) clause at FAR 52.246-4 applies to firm-fixed price orders placed under this contract. The Inspection-Time-and-Materials and Labor-Hour (JAN 1986) clause at FAR 52.246-6 applies to time-and-materials and labor-hour
orders placed under this contract.
6. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTRACTOR
The Contractor shall comply with all laws, ordinances, and regulations (Federal, State, City, or otherwise) covering work of this character.
7. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE GOVERNMENT
Subject to security regulations, the ordering office shall permit Contractor access to all facilities necessary to perform the requisite IT/EC Services.
8. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
All IT/EC Services performed by the Contractor under the terms of this contract shall be as an independent Contractor, and not as an agent or employee of the Government.
9. ORGANIZATIONAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
a. Definitions.
"Contractor" means the person, firm, unincorporated association, joint venture, partnership, or corporation that is a party to this contract.
"Contractor and its affiliates" and "Contractor or its affiliates" refers to the Contractor, its chief executives, directors, officers, subsidiaries, affiliates, subcontractors at any tier, and consultants and any joint venture involving the Contractor, any entity
into or with which the Contractor subsequently merges or affiliates, or any other successor or assignee of the Contractor.
An "Organizational conflict of interest" exists when the nature of the work to be performed under a proposed Government contract, without some restriction on activities by the Contractor and its affiliates, may either (i) result in an unfair competitive advantage
to the Contractor or its affiliates or (ii) impair the Contractor's or its affiliates' objectivity in performing contract work.
b. To avoid an organizational or financial conflict of interest and to avoid prejudicing the best interests of the Government, ordering offices may place restrictions on the Contractors, its affiliates, chief executives, directors, subsidiaries and subcontractors
at any tier when placing orders against schedule contracts. Such restrictions shall be consistent with FAR 9.505 and shall be designed to avoid, neutralize, or mitigate organizational conflicts of interest that might otherwise exist in situations related to indiv
idual orders placed against the schedule contract. Examples of situations, which may require restrictions, are provided at FAR 9.508.
10. INVOICES
The Contractor, upon completion of the work ordered, shall submit invoices for IT/EC services. Progress payments may be authorized by the ordering office on individual orders if appropriate. Progress payments shall be based upon completion of defined milestones
or interim products. Invoices shall be submitted monthly for recurring services performed during the preceding month.
11. PAYMENTS
For firm-fixed price orders the Government shall pay the Contractor, upon submission of proper invoices or vouchers, the prices stipulated in this contract for service rendered and accepted. Progress payments shall be made only when authorized by the order. For
time-and-materials orders, the Payments under Time-and-Materials and Labor-Hour Contracts (Alternate I (APR 1984)) at FAR 52.232-7 applies to time-and-materials orders placed under this contract. For labor-hour orders, the Payment under Time-and-Materials and Lab
or-Hour Contracts (FEB 1997) (Alternate II (JAN 1986)) at FAR 52.232-7 applies to labor-hour orders placed under this contract.
12. RESUMES
Resumes shall be provided to the GSA Contracting Officer or the user agency upon request.
13. INCIDENTAL SUPPORT COSTS
Incidental support costs are available outside the scope of this contract. The costs will be negotiated separately with the ordering agency in accordance with the guidelines set forth in the FAR.
14. APPROVAL OF SUBCONTRACTS
The ordering activity may require that the Contractor receive, from the ordering activity's Contracting Officer, written consent before placing any subcontract for furnishing any of the work called for in a task order.
15. DESCRIPTION OF IT/EC SERVICES AND PRICING
1. Program Manager
A. Duties. Serves as the contractor's single contract manager, and shall be the contractor's authorized interface with the Government Contracting Officer (CO), the contract level Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), government management personnel and custo
mer agency representatives. Responsible for formulating and enforcing work standards, assigning contractor schedules, reviewing work discrepancies, supervising contractor personnel and communicating policies, purposes, and goals of the organization to subordinates
. Shall be responsible for the overall contract performance and shall not serve in any other capacity under this contract.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of fifteen years experience, of which at least ten years must be specialized. Specialized experien
ce includes: project development from inception to deployment, expertise in the management and control of funds and resources using complex reporting mechanisms, demonstrated capability in managing multi-task contracts and/or subcontracts of various types and comp
lexity. General experience includes increasing responsibilities in information systems design and/or management.
1. With a Masters degree (in the fields described in section B above): thirteen years general experience of which at least nine years specialized experience is required.
2. With a Ph.D. (in the fields described in B above) twelve years general experience of which at least eight years must be specialized experience.
2. Project Manager (DO Key)
A. Duties. Serves as the project manager for a large, complex task order (or a group of task orders affecting the same common/standard/migration system) and shall assist the Program Manager in working with the Government Contracting Officer (CO), the contract-leve
l Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), the task order-level COR(s), government management personnel and customer agency representatives. Under the guidance of the Program Manager, responsible for the overall management of the specific task order(s) and insu
ring that the technical solutions and schedules in the task order are implemented in a timely manner. Performs enterprise wide horizontal integration planning and interfaces to other functional systems.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of twelve years experience, of which at least nine years must be specialized. Specialized experien
ce includes: project development from inception to deployment, expertise in the management and control of funds and resources using complex reporting mechanisms, demonstrated capability in managing multi-task contracts and/or subcontracts of various types and comp
lexity. General experience includes increasing responsibilities in information systems design and/or management.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): ten years of general experience of which at least seven years specialized experience is required.
2. With a Ph.D. (in the fields described in B above) eight years of general experience of which at least six years specialized experience is required.
3. With fifteen years general experience of which at least twelve years specialized experience, a degree is not required.
3. Quality Assurance Manager
A. Duties. Establishes and maintains a process for evaluating software and associated documentation. Determines the resources required for quality control. Maintains the level of quality throughout the software life cycle. Conducts formal and informal reviews at p
re-determined points throughout the development life cycle. Provides daily supervision and direction to support staff.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of eight years experience, of which at least five years must be specialized. Specialized experienc
e includes Configuration Management, verification and validation, software testing and integration, software metrics and their application to software quality assessment. General experience includes increasing responsibilities in quality assurance, quality control
, and team leader responsibilities.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): six years of general experience of which at least four years must be specialized experience.
2. With a Ph.D. (in the fields described in B above) five years of general experience is required of which at least three years must be specialized experience.
3. With thirteen years of general experience of which at least eleven years must be specialized experience, a degree in the fields described in B above) is not required.
4. Quality Assurance Analyst
A. Duties. Provides technical and administrative direction for personnel performing software development tasks, including the review of work products for correctness, adherence to the design concept and to user standards, review of program documentation to assure
government standards/requirements are adhered to, and for progress in accordance with schedules. Coordinates with the Project Manager and/or Quality Assurance Manager to ensure problem solution and user satisfaction. Make recommendations, if needed, for approval o
f major systems installations. Prepares milestone status reports and deliveries/presentations on the system concept to colleagues, subordinates, and end user representatives.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of six years experience, of which at least three years must be specialized. Specialized experience
includes analysis and design of business applications on complex systems for large-scale computers, data base management, use of the programming languages such as Ada, COBOL, 4GL, and/or DBMS. Knowledge of current storage and retrieval methods and demonstrated ab
ility to formulate specifications for computer programmers to use in coding, testing, and debugging of computer programs. General experience includes increasing responsibilities in assignments of a technical nature. Proven understanding and application of governme
nt documentation standards. Proven ability to work independently or under only general direction on complex application problems involving all phases of systems analysis is required.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): five years of general experience of which at least two years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With ten years of general experience of which at least eight years must be specialized experience, a degree is not required.
5. Project Control Specialist
A. Duties. Directs all financial management and administrative activities, such as budgeting, manpower and resource planning and financial reporting. Performs complex evaluations of existing procedures, processes, techniques, models, and/or systems related to mana
gement problems or contractual issues, which would require a report and recommend solutions. Develops work breakdown structures, prepare charts, tables, graphs, and diagrams to assist in analyzing problems. Provides daily supervision and direction to staff.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, Accounting, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of six years experience, of which at least three years must be specialized. Specialize
d experience includes: preparation and analysis of financial statements, development of complex project schedules. General experience includes increasing responsibilities in general accounting or management activities. Must demonstrate the ability to work independ
ently or under only general direction.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): four years of general experience of which at least two years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With ten years of general experience of which at least eight years of specialized experience, a degree is not required.
6. Program Administration Specialist
A. Duties. Assists in the preparation of management plans and reports. Coordinates schedules to facilitate completion of proposals, contract deliverables, task order review, briefings/presentations, and IPR preparation. Performs analysis, development, and review o
f program administrative operating procedures.
B. Qualifications. Requires a high school diploma with a minimum of four years experience, of which at least two years must be specialized. Specialized experience in general contracts administration. Works with limited supervision and direction. Required to use ju
dgement and initiative in problem solving.
1. With an Associate's degree in Computer Science, Business. Two years of general experience of which at least one year must be specialized experience.
2. With A Bachelor's degree in any field, will require one year of general experience and one year of specialized experience.
7. Senior Functional Analyst
A. Duties. Analyze user needs to determine functional and cross-functional requirements. Performs functional allocation to identify required tasks and their interrelationships. Identifies resources required for each task. Provides daily supervision and direction t
o support staff.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of ten years experience, of which at least eight years must be specialized. Specialized experience
includes: superior functional knowledge of task order specific requirements, or developing functional requirements for complex integrated ADP systems. Must demonstrate the ability to work independently or under only general direction.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): eight years of general experience of which at least six years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With thirteen years of general experience of which at least eleven years of specialized experience, a degree is not required.
8. Functional Analyst
A. Duties. Analyze user needs to determine functional and cross-functional requirements. Performs functional allocation to identify required tasks and their interrelationships. Identifies resources required for each task.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of six years experience, of which at least three years must be specialized. Specialized experience
includes: developing functional requirements for complex integrated ADP systems. Must demonstrate the ability to work independently or under only general direction.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): four years of general experience of which at least two at least years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With ten years of general experience of which at least eight years must be specialized experience, a degree is not required.
9. Principal Systems Architect (DO Key)
A. Duties. Establishes system information requirements using analysis of the information engineer(s) in the development of enterprise-wide or large-scale information systems. Designs architecture to include the software, hardware, and communications to support the
total requirements as well as provide for present and future cross-functional requirements and interfaces. Ensures these systems are compatible and in compliance with the standards for open systems architectures, the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) and Interna
tional Standards Organization (ISO) reference models, and profiles of standards - such as Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) Open Systems Environment (OSE) reference model - as they apply to the implementation and specification of Information
Management (IM) solution of the application platform, across the application program interface (API), and the external environment/software application. Ensures that the common operating environment is TAFIM compliant. Evaluates analytically and systematically pro
blems of workflows, organization, and planning and develops appropriate corrective action. Provides daily supervision and direction to staff.
B. Qualifications. A Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of ten years experience, of which at least seven years must be specialized. Specialized experience i
ncludes: supervision of system architects, use of structured analysis, design methodologies and design tools (such as IDEF 1x, entity relationship diagrams, and other design techniques), object oriented principles, and experience with the logical and physical func
tional, operational, and technical architecture of large and complex information systems. General experience includes increasing responsibilities in systems engineering.
1. With a Ph.D. (in the fields described in B above): eight years of general experience is required of which at least six years must be specialized experience.
2. With A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or other related discipline and 12 years general experience of which at least nine years must be specialized experience, a Masters degree is not required.
10. Senior Systems Architect
A. Duties. Establishes system information requirements using analysis of the information engineer(s) in the development of enterprise-wide or large-scale information systems. Designs architecture to include the software, hardware, and communications to support the
total requirements as well as provide for present and future cross-functional requirements and interfaces. Ensures these systems are compatible and in compliance with the standards for open systems architectures, the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) and Interna
tional Standards Organization (ISO) reference models, and profiles of standards - such as Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) Open Systems Environment (OSE) reference model - as they apply to the implementation and specification of Information
Management (IM) solution of the application platform, across the application program interface (API), and the external environment/software application. Ensures that the common operating environment is TAFIM compliant. Evaluates analytically and systematically pro
blems of workflows, organization, and planning and develops appropriate corrective action. Provides daily supervision and direction to staff.
B. Qualifications. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of ten years experience, of which at least eight years must be specialized. Specialized experience i
ncludes: supervision of system architects, use of structured analysis, design methodologies and design tools (such as IDEF1x, entity relationship diagrams), and other design techniques, object oriented principles, and experience with the logical and physical funct
ional, operational, and technical architecture of large and complex information systems.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): eight years general experience of which at least six years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With a Ph.D. (in the fields described in B above) six years of general experience is required of which at least five years must be specialized experience.
3. With thirteen years of general experience of which at least eleven years must be specialized experience, a degree is not required.
11. Principal Information Engineer
A. Duties. Applies an enterprise-wide set of disciplines for the planning, analysis, design and construction of information systems on an enterprise-wide basis or across a major sector of the enterprise. Develops analytical and computational techniques and methodo
logy for problem solutions. Performs enterprise wide strategic systems planning, business information planning, business and analysis. Performs process and data modeling in support of the planning and analysis efforts using both manual and automated tools; such as
Integrated Computer-Aided Software Engineering (I-CASE) tools. Applies reverse engineering and re-engineering disciplines to develop migration strategic and planning documents. Has experience with such methodologies as IDEF 0 process modeling and IDEF 1X data mod
eling. Provides technical guidance in software engineering techniques and automated support tools.
B. Qualifications. A Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of ten years experience in information systems development, functional and data requirement analysis, systems a
nalysis and design, programming, program design and documentation preparation. Of the ten years general experience, a minimum of seven years specialized experience is required in the following: demonstrated experience in managing the implementation of information
engineering projects and experience in systems analysis, design and programming using CASE and IE tools and methods, e.g., Oracle CASE, IEF CASE, I-CASE. Demonstrated experience in the client/server environment. Proven managerial and supervisory skills. Demonstrat
ed exceptional written and oral communications skills, including giving formal presentations to different audiences. Must demonstrate the ability to work independently or under only general direction.
1. With a Ph.D. (in the fields described in B above): eight years of general experience is required of which at least six years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or other related discipline and 12 years general experience of which at least nine years must be specialized experience, a Masters degree is not required.
12. Senior Information Engineer
A. Duties. Applies business process improvement practices to re-engineer methodologies/principles and business process modernization projects. Applies, as appropriate, activity and data modeling, transaction flow analysis, internal control and risk analysis and mo
dern business methods and performance measurement techniques. Assist in establishing standards for information systems procedures. Develops and applies organization-wide information models for use in designing and building integrated, shared software and database
management systems. Constructs sound, logical business improvement opportunities consistent with corporate Information Management guiding principles, cost savings, and open system architecture objectives. Provides daily supervision and direction to staff.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of ten years experience, of which at least eight years must be specialized. Specialized experience
, in information systems development, functional and data requirement analysis, systems analysis and design, programming, program design and documentation preparation. The following experience is also required: demonstrated experience in the implementation of info
rmation engineering projects; systems analysis, design and programming using CASE and IE tools and methods, systems planning, business information planning, and business analysis. Must demonstrate the ability to work independently or under only general direction.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above) eight years general experience of which at least six years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With a Ph.D. (in the fields described in B above) six years of general experience is required of which at least five years must be specialized
3. With thirteen years of general experience of which at least eleven years must be specialized experience, a degree is not required.
13. Senior Computer Systems Analyst
A. Duties. Provides technical and administrative direction for personnel performing software development tasks, including the review of work products for correctness, adherence to the design concept and to user standards, and for progress in accordance with schedu
les. Coordinates with the Project and/or Program Manager to ensure problem solution and user satisfaction. Make recommendations, if needed, for approval of major systems installations. Prepares milestone status reports and deliveries/presentations on the system co
ncept to colleagues, subordinates, and end user representatives. Provides daily supervision and direction to support staff.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of ten years experience, of which at least eight years must be specialized. Specialized experience
includes: analysis and design of business applications on complex systems for large-scale computers, data base management, use of programming languages such as Ada, COBOL, 4GL, and/or DBMS. Knowledge of current storage and retrieval methods and demonstrated abili
ty to formulate specifications for computer programmers to use in coding, testing, and debugging of computer programs. General experience includes increasing responsibilities in assignments of a technical nature. Proven ability to work independently or under only
general direction on complex application problems involving all phases of systems analysis is required.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): eight years general experience of which at least six years must be specialized experiences required.
2. With a Ph.D. (in the fields described in B above) a minimum six years of general experience is required of which at least five years must be specialized
3. With thirteen years of general experience of which at least eleven years must be specialized experience, a degree is not required.
14. Computer Systems Analyst
A. Duties. Analyzes and develops computer software possessing a wide range of capabilities, including numerous engineering, business, and records management functions. Develops plans for automated information systems from project inception to conclusion. Analyzes
user interfaces, maintain hardware and software performance tuning, analyze workload and computer usage, maintain interfaces with outside systems, analyze downtimes, analyze proposed system modifications, upgrades and new COTS. Analyzes the problem and the informa
tion to be processed. Defines the problem, and develops system requirements and program specifications, from which programmers prepare detailed flow charts, programs, and tests. Coordinates closely with programmers to ensure proper implementation of program and sy
stem specifications. Develops, in conjunction with functional users, system alternative solutions.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of six years experience, of which at least four years must be specialized. Specialized experience
includes: analysis and design of business applications on complex systems for large-scale computers, including three years experience in data base management concepts, use of the programming languages such as Ada, COBOL, 4GL, and/or DBMS. Knowledge of current stor
age and retrieval methods, one year of systems analysis experience designing technical applications on computer systems and demonstrated ability to formulate specifications for computer programmers to use in coding, testing, and debugging of computer programs. Gen
eral experience includes increasing responsibilities in information systems design and management. Must demonstrate the ability to work independently or under only general direction on requirements that are moderately complex to analyze, plan, program, and impleme
nt.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): four years general experience of which at least three years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With ten years of general experience of which at least eight years must be specialized experience, a degree is not required.
15. Junior Computer Systems Analyst
A. Duties. Analyzes information requirements. Evaluates analytically and systematically problems of workflow, organization, and planning and assists Senior Computer Systems Analyst and Computer Systems Analyst develop appropriate corrective action. Help develop pl
ans for automated information systems from project inception to conclusion. Defines the problem, and develops system requirements and program specifications, from which programmers prepare detailed flow charts, programs, and tests. Under the supervision of a Senio
r Computer Systems Analyst or a Computer Systems Analyst coordinates closely with programmers to ensure proper implementation of program and system specifications. Develops, in conjunction with functional users, system alternative solutions.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position is for recent college graduates and requires no experience.
16. Senior Application Engineer
A. Duties. Analyzes and studies complex system requirements. Designs software tools and subsystems to support software reuse and domain analyses and manages their implementation. Manages software development and support using formal specifications, data flow diagr
ams, other accepted design techniques and Computer Aided Software Engineering (CASE) tools. Estimates software development costs and schedule. Reviews existing program and assist in making refinements, reducing operating time, and improving current techniques. Sup
ervises software configuration management.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of ten years experience managing or performing software engineering activities, of which at least
eight years must be specialized. Specialized experience includes: demonstrated experience working with Ada, SQL, and third/fourth generation languages in the design and implementation of systems and using database management systems. General experience includes in
creasing responsibilities in software engineering activities. Knowledgeable of applicable standards.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): eight years general experience of which at least six years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With thirteen years of general experience of which at least eleven years must be specialized experience, a degree is not required.
17. Applications Engineer
A. Duties. Analyzes functional business applications and design specifications for functional activities. Develops block diagrams and logic flow charts. Translates detailed design into computer software. Tests, debugs, and refines the computer software to produce
the required product. Prepares required documentation, including both program-level and user-level documentation. Enhances software to reduce operating time or improve efficiency. Provides technical direction to programmers to ensure program deadlines are met.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of six years experience, of which at least four years must be specialized. Specialized experience
includes: experience as an applications programmer on large-scale data base management systems, knowledge of computer equipment and ability to develop complex software to satisfy design objectives. Demonstrated ability to work independently or under only general d
irection.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): four years general experience of which at least three years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With ten years of general experience of which at least eight years must be specialized experience, a degree is not required.
18. Applications Programmer
A. Duties. Analyzes functional business applications and design specifications for functional activities. Develops block diagrams and logic flow charts. Translates detailed design into computer software. Tests, debugs, and refines the computer software to produce
the required product. Prepares required documentation, including both program-level and user-level documentation. Enhances software to reduce operating time or improve efficiency. Provides technical direction to programmers to ensure program deadlines are met.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of five years experience, of which at least three years must be specialized. Specialized experienc
e includes: experience as an applications programmer on large-scale data base management systems, knowledge of computer equipment and ability to develop complex software to satisfy design objectives. Demonstrated ability to work independently or under only general
direction.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above) four years general experience of which at least two years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With nine years of general experience of which at least seven years must be specialized experience, a degree is not required.
19. Junior Application Programmer
A. Duties. Participates in the design of software tools and subsystems to support reuse and domain analysis. Assists Applications Engineer and Applications Programmer to interpret software requirements and design specifications to code, and integrate and test soft
ware components.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position is for recent college graduates and requires no experience.
20. Student Application Programmer
A. Duties. Assists with the analysis of information technology requirements. Aids in the evaluation of problems with workflow, organization, and planning and helps develop appropriate corrective action.
B. Qualifications. Currently enrolled as a full-time student at a university or college and majoring in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline.
21. Senior Data Base Management Specialist
A. Duties. Manages the development of data base projects. Plans and budgets staff and data base resources. When necessary, reallocates resources to maximize benefits. Prepares and delivers presentations on data base management systems (DBMS) concepts. Provides dai
ly supervision and direction to support staff.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of ten years experience, of which at least eight years must be specialized. Specialized experience
includes: demonstrated experience with DBMS design and system analysis, current operating systems software internals and data manipulation languages. General experience includes increasing responsibilities in the development and maintenance of data base systems.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): eight years general experience of which at least six years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With thirteen years of general experience of which at least eleven years must be specialized experience, a degree is not required.
22. Data Base Management Specialist
A. Duties. Provides highly technical expertise in the use of DBMS. Evaluates and recommends available DBMS products to support validated user requirements. Defines file organization, indexing methods, and security procedures for specific user applications.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of six years experience, of which at least four years must be specialized. Specialized experience
includes: demonstrated experience using current DBMS's technologies, application design utilizing various DBMS and experience with DBMS internals. General experience includes increasing responsibilities in DBMS systems analysis and programming. Demonstrated abilit
y to work independently or under only general direction.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): four years general experience of which at least three years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With ten years of general experience of which at least eight years must be specialized experience, a degree is not required.
23. RESERVED
24. Operations Manager
A. Duties. Manages computer operations. Ensures production schedules are met. Ensures computer system resources are used effectively. Coordinates the resolution of production-related problems. Ensures proper relationships are established between customers, teaming
partners, and vendors to facilitate the delivery of information technology services. Provides users with computer output. Supervises staff operations
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of seven years experience, of which at least five years must be specialized. Specialized experienc
e includes: supervision and operations experience on a large-scale computer system, knowledge of hardware, software and operating systems. General experience includes operations experience on a large-scale computer system or a multi-server local area network.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): five years general experience of which at least three years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With ten years of general experience of which at least eight years must be specialized experience, a degree is not required.
25. System Administrator
A. Duties. Supervises and manages the daily activities of configuration and operation of business systems which may be mainframe, mini, or client/server based. Optimizes system operation and resource utilization, and performs system capacity analysis and planning.
Provides assistance to users in accessing and using business systems.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of four years experience, of which at least three years must be specialized experience in administ
rating UNIX or open systems-compliant systems. General experience includes operations experience on a large-scale computer system or a multi-server local area network.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): three years general experience of which at least two years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With eight years general experience of which six years is specialized, a degree is not required.
26. System Operator
A. Duties. Monitors and supports computer processing. Coordinates input, output, and file media. Distributes output and controls computer operation that may be mainframe, mini, or client/server based.
B. Qualifications. An Associate's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline is required. This position requires a minimum of three years experience, of which at least two years must be specialized experienc
e operating a large-scale computer system or a multi-server local area network. Must demonstrate sufficient knowledge of programming to understand how programs use computer hardware.
1. With a Bachelor's Degree (in the fields described in B above): two years general experience of which at least one year must be specialized experience is required.
2. With seven years general experience of which at least five years is specialized, a degree is not required.
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29. Help Desk Manager
A. Duties. Provides daily supervision and direction to staff who are responsible for phone and in-person support to users in the areas of e-mail, directories, standard Windows desktop applications, and applications developed or deployed under this contract. These
personnel serve as the first point of contact for troubleshooting hardware/software PC and printer problems.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of seven years experience, of which at least five years must be specialized. Specialized experienc
e includes: management of help desks in a multi-server environment, comprehensive knowledge of PC operating systems, e.g., DOS, Windows, as well as networking and mail standards and supervision of help desk employees. General experience includes information system
s development, network and other work in the client/server field, or related fields. Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing and a positive customer service attitude.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): five years general experience of which at least three years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With ten years general experience of which at least eight years is specialized, a degree is not required.
30. Help Desk Specialist
A. Duties. Provides phone and in-person support to users in the areas of e-mail, directories, standard Windows desktop applications, and applications developed under this contract or predecessors. Serves as the initial point of contact for troubleshooting hardware
/software PC and printer problems.
B. Qualifications. An Associate's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline is required. This position requires a minimum of five years experience, of which at least three years must be specialized. Special
ized experience includes: knowledge of PC operating systems, e.g., DOS, Windows, as well as networking and mail standards and work on a help desk. General experience includes information systems development and other work in the client/server field, or related fie
lds. Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing and a positive customer service attitude.
1. With a Bachelor's Degree (in the fields described in B above): four years general experience of which at least two years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With eight years general experience of which at least six years is specialized, a degree is not required.
31. Hardware Specialist
A. Duties. Reviews computer systems in terms of machine capabilities and man-machine interface. Prepares reports and studies concerning hardware. Prepares functional requirements and specifications for hardware acquisitions. Ensures that problems have been properl
y identified and solutions will satisfy the user's requirements.
B. Qualifications. An Associate's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline is required. This position requires a minimum of six years experience, of which at least four years must be specialized. Specializ
ed experience includes: system analysis and evaluation of hardware capabilities and configurations. General experience includes increasing responsibilities with ADP systems, including systems analysis and programming. Must demonstrate the ability to work independe
ntly or under only general direction.
1. With a Bachelor's Degree (in the fields described in B above): four years general experience of which at least two years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With nine years general experience of which at least seven years is specialized, a degree is not required.
32. Senior Hardware Installation Technician
A. Duties. Organizes and directs hardware installations on site surveys. Assesses and documents current site network configuration and user requirements. Designs and optimizes network topologies. Analyzes and develops new hardware requirements and prepares specifi
cations for hardware acquisitions. Directs and leads preparation of engineering plans and site installation Technical Design Packages. Develops hardware installation schedules. Mobilizes installation team. Directs and leads preparation of drawings documenting conf
iguration changes at each site. Prepares site installation and test reports. Coordinates post installation operations and maintenance support.
B. Qualifications. Minimum education requirement is a high school diploma. This position requires a minimum of eight years experience of which at least six years must be specialized. Specialized experience includes: supervision of installation technicians, analysi
s, design, and installation of computer-based systems; analysis, design, and installation of local area nets; and analysis and installation of communication systems. General experience includes increasing responsibilities in technical management.
1. With an Associate's Degree: seven years general experience of which at least five years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With a Bachelor's Degree: six years general experience of which at least three years must be specialized experience is required.
33. Hardware Installation Technician
A. Duties. Conducts site surveys; assesses and documents current site network configuration and user requirements. Designs and optimize network topologies. Analyzes existing requirements and prepares specifications for hardware acquisitions. Prepares engineering p
lans and site installation Technical Design Packages. Develops hardware installation schedules. Prepares drawings documenting configuration changes at each site. Prepares site installation and test reports. Configures computers, communications devices, and periphe
ral equipment. Installs network hardware. Trains site personnel in proper use of hardware. Builds specialized interconnecting cables.
B. Qualifications. Minimum education requirement is a high school diploma. This position requires a minimum of five years experience of which at least three years must be specialized. Specialized experience includes: analysis and installation of computer based sys
tems; analysis and installation of local area nets; fiber optic cable installation; specialized interconnect cable design and fabrication; and analysis and installation of communications systems. Proven ability to work independently or under only general direction
1. With an Associate's Degree: four years general experience of which at least two years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With a Bachelor's Degree three years general experience of which at least one year must be specialized experience is required.
34. Hardware Draftsman
A. Duties. Develops engineering drawings, using computer based drawing packages such as Aptitude. Develops engineering drawings for site plans, electrical interconnect, and mechanical plans for specialized hardware.
B. Qualifications. Minimum education requirement is a high school diploma. This position requires a minimum of seven years drafting experience. A diversified drafting background is required. A minimum of four years experience shall be in drafting of specialized in
terconnects drawings, site plans, and mechanical parts typical of custom hardware installations. Must demonstrate the ability to work independently or under only general supervision.
1. With an Associate's Degree: six years general experience of which at least three years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With a Bachelor's Degree: five years general experience of which at least two years must be specialized experience is required.
35. Senior Network Installation Technician
A. Duties. Organizes and directs network installations on site surveys. Assesses and documents current site network configuration and user requirements. Designs and optimizes network topologies. Directs and leads preparation of engineering plans and site installat
ion Technical Design Packages. Develops installation schedules. Mobilizes network installation team. Directs and leads preparation of drawings documenting configuration changes at each site. Prepares site installation and test reports. Coordinates post installatio
n operations and maintenance support.
B. Qualifications. Minimum education requirement is a high school diploma. This position requires a minimum of nine years experience of which at lease five years must be specialized. Specialized experience includes: supervision of installation technicians; analysi
s, design, and installation of local and wide area nets; and analysis and installation of communication systems. Familiar with engineering documentation, network configurations and topologies, X.25, TCP/IP, Frame Relay, Bridges, and Routers. General experience inc
ludes increasing responsibilities in technical management.
1. With an Associate's Degree: eight years general experience of which at least four years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With a Bachelor's Degree: six years general experience of which at least three years must be specialized experience is required.
36. Network Installation Technician
A. Duties. Conducts site surveys. Assesses and documents current site network configuration and user requirements. Designs and optimizes network topologies. Follow engineering plans and site installation Technical Design Packages. Develops installation schedules.
Works with network installation team. Assists in the preparation of drawing and documenting configuration changes at each site. Prepares site installation and test reports.
B. Qualifications. Minimum education requirement is a high school diploma. This position requires a minimum of five years experience of which at lease three years must be specialized. Specialized experience includes: analysis, design, and installation of local are
a networks; and analysis and installation of communications systems. Specialized experience includes use of engineering documentation, network configurations and topologies, X.25, TCP/IP, Frame Relay, Bridges, and Routers. General experience includes increasing re
sponsibilities in technical management.
1. With an Associate's Degree: four years general experience of which at least two years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With a Bachelor's Degree: three years general experience of which at least one years must be specialized experience is required.
37. Network Draftsman
A. Duties. Develops engineering drawings, using computer based drawing packages such as Aptitude. Develops engineering drawings for site plans, network configuration and design.
B. Qualifications. Minimum education requirement is a high school diploma. This position requires a minimum of seven years drafting experience, of which four years specialized experience shall be in drafting of specialized interconnects drawings, site plans, and m
echanical parts typical of network installations. Must demonstrate the ability to work independently or under only general supervision.
1. With an Associate's Degree: six years general experience of which at least three years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With a Bachelor's Degree: five years general experience of which at least two years specialized experience is required.
38. Communications Network Manager
A. Duties. Evaluates communication hardware and software, troubleshoots LAN/MAN/WAN and other network related problems, provides technical expertise for performance and configuration of networks. Performs general LAN/MAN/WAN administration, provides technical lead
ership in the integration and test of complex large-scale computer integrated networks. Schedules conversions and cutovers. Oversees network control center. Supervises maintenance of systems. Coordinates with all responsible users and sites. Supervises staff.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of seven years experience of which five years must be specialized. Specialized experience includes
protocol analysis, knowledge of OSI protocols particularly TCP/IP, X.25. X.400, X.500. Experience with ATM, frame relay, other knowledge with bridges, routers, gateways, FDDI, detailed knowledge of UNIX operating systems. Experience as a CNE or ECNE desirable. Sp
ecialized experience also includes: supervising the operation and maintenance of communication network systems that may be mainframe, mini, or client/server based. General experience includes all aspects of communication networks planning, installation, and suppor
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): five years general experience of which at least three years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With eleven years general experience of which at least nine years is specialized, a degree is not required.
39. Communications Specialist
A. Duties. Analyzes network characteristics (e.g., traffic, connect time, transmission speeds, packet sizes, and throughput) and recommends procurement, removals, and modifications to network components. Designs and optimizes network topologies and site configurat
ions. Plans installations, transitions, and cutovers of network components and capabilities. Coordinates requirements with users and suppliers.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree (in the fields described in this paragraph. This position requires a minimum of six years experience, of which at least four years must be specialized experience in one of the following: communications software, communication
s hardware or network specialty. General experience includes all aspects of communication networks. Must demonstrate the ability to work independently or under only general direction.
Communications Hardware specialized experience includes: installing, testing, and operating network and computer (host) communications equipment (e.g., switches, modems, controllers, terminals, and multiplexes): using and implementing communications hardware and e
lectrical standards, using communications hardware test and monitoring equipment and analyzing the results.
Communications Software specialized experience includes: developing, testing, installing, and operating network and computer (host) communications software (e.g. access method and protocol software, application interfaces, transaction processors, and emulators); u
sing and implementing communications standards.
Network Specialty specialized experience includes: designing, testing, installing, implementing, and maintaining computer networks; using and implementing network standards, particularly those of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO); operating
computer networks; identification and solution of problems, restart/recovery, additions, deletions, and modifications of terminals, hosts, etc., optimization of network costs and performance and implementing accounting and charge back systems.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): five years general experience of which at least three years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With ten years general experience of which at least eight years is specialized, a degree is not required.
40. Principal Business Process Reengineering Specialist (DO Key)
A. Duties. Applies process improvement and reengineering methodologies and principles to conduct process modernization projects. Responsible for effective transitioning of existing project teams, and the facilitation of project teams in the accomplishment of proje
ct activities and objectives. Provides group facilitation, interviewing, training, and provides additional forms of knowledge transfer. Key coordinator between multiple project teams to ensure enterprise-wide integration of reengineering efforts. Provides daily su
pervision and direction to Business Process Reengineering Specialist.
B. Qualifications. A Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, Education, Management Sciences, Psychology, Human Resources Development/Management, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of ten years exp
erience, of which at least seven years must be specialized. Specialized experience may include: facilitation, training, methodology development and evaluation, process reengineering across all phases, identifying best practices, change management, business managem
ent techniques, organizational development, activity and data modeling, or information system development methods and practices and supervision of Business Process Reengineering Specialist.
1. With a Ph.D. (in the fields described in B above): eight years general experience of which at least six years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or other related discipline and 12 years general experience of which at least nine must be specialized experience, a Masters degree is not required.
41. Sr. Business Process Reengineering Specialist
A. Duties. Applies process improvement and reengineering methodologies and principles to conduct process modernization projects. Duties include activity and data modeling, developing modern business methods, identifying best practices, and creating and assessing p
erformance measurements. Provides group facilitation, interviewing, training, and provides additional forms of knowledge transfer. May be under the supervision and direction of a Principal Business Process Reengineering Specialist or may work independently.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, Education, Management Sciences, Psychology, Human Resources Development/ Management, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of ten years
experience, of which at least eight years must be specialized. Specialized experience may include: facilitation, training, methodology development and evaluation, process reengineering across all phases, identifying best practices, change management, business mana
gement techniques, organizational development, activity and data modeling, or information system development methods and practices and supervision of Business Process Reengineers.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): eight years general experience of which at least six years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With a Ph.D. (in the fields described in B above): six years general experience of which at least five years must be specialized experience is required.
3. With thirteen years general experience of which at least eleven years is specialized, a degree is not required.
42. Cost Analyst
A. Duties. Performs Functional Economic Analysis (FEA) to evaluate the costs of alternative ways to accomplish functional objectives. The FEA states investment costs, benefits, and risks as a net change to the functional baseline cost, the cost of doing business n
ow and in the future. Ensures that cross-functional, security, and other integration issues are addressed.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, Accounting, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of six years experience, of which at least four years must be specialized. Specialized
experience includes: demonstrated experience in providing technical and financial justifications (obtained by collecting information relevant to the decision and displaying that information in standard formats) in support of computer system selections. General ex
perience includes increasing responsibilities in information systems of a technical and fiscal nature.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): five years general experience of which at least three years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With ten years general experience of which at least eight years is specialized, a degree is not required.
43. Data Standardization Specialist
A. Duties. Provides technical support in the evaluation of prime object names, data elements, and other objects. Evaluated proposed objects and their attributes. Ensures that proposed object definitions are clear, concise, technically correct, and that they repres
ent singular concepts. Ensures that the values of object attributes and domains are accurate and correct. Ensures that the proposed objects are consistent with data and process models.
B. Qualifications. An Associate's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline is required. This position requires a minimum of three years experience, of which at least two years must be specialized. Speciali
zed experience includes: building and/or maintaining data/information repositories for organizations that use information engineering concepts and enterprise, data and process modeling in the identification and development of standardized objects. General experien
ce includes technical writing in enterprise, process, and/or data modeling. Demonstrated ability to work independently or under only general direction.
1. With a Bachelor's Degree (in the fields described in B above): two years general experience of which at least one year must be specialized experience is required.
2. With six years general experience of which at least four years is specialized, a degree is not required.
44. Documentation Specialist
A. Duties. Gathers, analyzes, and composes technical information. Conducts research and ensure the use of proper technical terminology. Translates technical information into clear, readable documents to be used by technical and non-technical personnel.
B. Qualifications. An Associate's degree (in the fields described in this paragraph) is required. This position requires a minimum of three years experience, of which at least two years must be specialized. Specialized experience includes: preparing technical docu
mentation, which is to include researching for applicable Government and industry documentation standards. General experience includes technical writing and documentation experience pertaining to all aspects of ADP. Demonstrated ability to work independently or un
der only general direction.
1. With a Bachelor's Degree (in the fields described in B above): two years general experience of which at least one year must be specialized experience is required.
2. With six years general experience of which at least four years is specialized, a degree is not required.
45. Technical Writer/Editor
A. Duties. Assists in collecting and organizing information required for preparation of user's manuals, training materials, installation guides, proposals, and reports. Edits functional descriptions, system specifications, user's manuals, special reports, or any o
ther customer deliverables and documents.
B. Qualifications. A Bachelor's degree in English, Literature, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of three years experience, of which at least one year must be specialized. Specialized experience includes: demonstrated experience in edit
ing documents, including technical documents. Demonstrated ability to work independently or under only general direction.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): two years general experience of which at least one year must be specialized experience is required.
2. With seven years general experience of which at least five years is specialized, a degree is not required.
46. Senior Computer Security Systems Specialist
A. Duties. Analyzes and defines security requirements for Multilevel Security (MLS) issues. Designs, develops, engineers, and implements solutions to MLS requirements. Responsible for the implementation and development of the MLS. Gathers and organizes technical i
nformation about an organization's mission goals and needs, existing security products, and ongoing programs in the MLS arena. Performs risk analyses which also includes risk assessment. Provides daily supervision and direction to staff.
B. Qualifications. Must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Information Science, Information Systems, Computer Science, Physics, Math, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of ten years experience, of which at least eight ye
ars must be specialized experience in defining computer security requirements for high level applications, evaluation of approved security product capabilities, and developing solutions to MLS problems.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above): eight years general experience of which at least seven years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With a Ph.D. six years general experience of which at least five years must be specialized experience is required.
3. With thirteen years general experience of which at least eleven years is specialized, a degree is not required.
47. Computer Security Systems Specialist
A. Duties. Analyzes and defines security requirements for Multilevel Security (MLS) issues. Designs, develops, engineers, and implements solutions to MLS requirements. Gathers and organizes technical information about an organization's mission goals and needs, exi
sting security products, and ongoing programs in the MLS arena. Performs risk analyses which also includes risk assessment.
B. Qualifications. Must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Information Science, Information Systems, Computer Science, Physics, Math, or other related discipline. This position requires a minimum of eight years experience, of which at least six ye
ars must be specialized experience in defining computer security requirements for high level applications, evaluation of approved security product capabilities, and developing solutions to MLS problems.
1. With a Master's Degree (in the fields described in B above) seven years general experience of which at least five years must be specialized experience is required.
2. With twelve years general experience of which at least ten years is specialized, a degree is not required.
48. Administrative Support and Graphics Specialist
A. Duties. Directly supports Program Manager or Project Manager by maintaining personnel and other files; prepares correspondence, schedules and coordinates travel. Assists in the preparation of presentation graphics and supports the development of contract delive
rables and reports by developing and updating graphic presentations to improve the quality and enhance the usability of these documents. Responsible for integrating the graphics generated with automated tools and the deliverable documents.
B. Qualifications. Requires a high school diploma and a minimum of two years experience in office administration and developing graphic/artistic presentations for publications and documents (preferably technical documentation). At minimum, one year of specialized
experience using commercial automated word processing (e.g., WordPerfect, Word), graphics systems (Harvard, Freelance, etc.), and desktop publishing systems. Demonstrated ability to work independently or under only general direction.
1. With an Associate's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related discipline: one year general experience of which at least one year is specialized experience is required.
49. Principal Data Analyst
A. Duties. Designs, develops, and executes highly complex data analysis plans for application to biological, environmental, clinical, epidemiologic, survey, surveillance, or other types of data. Comprehensively evaluates the reliability and validity of data, const
ructs comprehensive reports of analysis results, and formulates study design. Performs highly complex data manipulation and implements advanced programming techniques using statistical software. Frequently demonstrates significant innovation in approaching extreme
ly difficult problems. Develops, remains abreast of, and implements new methodologies with potential applicability to project work.
B. Qualifications. Ph.D. in statistics, biostatistics, or a related field, or master=s degree including substantial Ph.D.-level course work, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, plus a minimum of five years of experience in statistical research
or consulting. Thorough understanding of statistical concepts applicable to a wide range of biological, environmental, clinical, epidemiologic, survey, surveillance, or other types of data, thorough understanding of study and experimental design issues, effective
results presentation skills, strong ability to develop and apply innovative statistical and data analysis techniques to overcome difficult problems.
50. Senior Data Analyst
A. Duties. Develops and executes complex data analysis plans for application to biological, environmental, clinical, epidemiologic, survey, surveillance, or other types of data. Comprehensively evaluates the reliability and validity of data, constructs comprehensi
ve reports of analysis results, and formulates study design. Preferably also performs complex data manipulation and implements advanced programming techniques using statistical software. Demonstrates significant innovation in approaching difficult problems. Remain
s abreast of and implements new methodological developments with potential applicability to project work.
B. Qualifications. Ph.D. in statistics, biostatistics, or a related field, or masters degree including substantial Ph.D.-level course work, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, plus a minimum of three years of experience in statistical research
or consulting. Thorough understanding of statistical concepts applicable to a wide range of biological, environmental, clinical, epidemiologic, survey, surveillance, or other types of data, thorough understanding of study and experimental design issues, effective
results presentation skills, good ability to apply innovative statistical and data analysis techniques to overcome difficult problems.
51. Senior Research Programmer
A. Duties. Performs complex data manipulation and reporting tasks and implements pre-specified data analysis plans. Thoroughly understands and implements advanced programming techniques and complex graphical routines, and identifies situations for which these are
appropriate. As appropriate, also uses primary programming languages such as SAS and/or application development tools to achieve specialized objectives in the management, analysis, and presentation of data and results, and recognizes situations for their use. Dem
onstrates significant innovation in approaching difficult problems.
B. Qualifications. Graduation from a four year college or university with some exposure to computer programming, data management, or statistics, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, plus a minimum of five years of experience using statistical s
oftware, primary programming languages, or application development tools. Extensive data manipulation and summary skills, familiarity with primary programming languages or application development tools, strong ability to apply advanced programming techniques and c
omplex graphical routines as directed, good understanding of data management principles, good familiarity with multiple computing environments.
52. Research Programmer/Analyst
A. Duties. Performs advanced data manipulation and reporting tasks and implements pre-specified data analysis plans. Maintains a basic understanding of, and implements, advanced programming techniques and basic graphical routines. As appropriate, also uses primar
y programming languages such as SAS and/or application development tools to achieve specialized objectives in the management, analysis, and presentation of data and results. Demonstrates some degree of innovation in approaching difficult problems.
B. Qualifications. Graduation from a four year college or university with some exposure to computer programming, data management, or statistics, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, plus a minimum of three years of experience using statistical
software, primary programming languages, or application development tools. Basic data manipulation and summary skills, familiarity with primary programming languages or application development tools, some ability to apply advanced programming techniques and basic
graphical routines as directed, some understanding of data management principles, some familiarity with multiple computing environments.
LABOR CATEGORY
Proposed New Government Site Rate
Proposed New Constella Site Rate
Network Installation Technician
$ 19.17
$ 23.10
Jr. Application Programmer
$ 21.65
$ 24.09
Student Application Programmer
$ 23.14
$ 25.27
Graphics Specialist
$ 20.74
$ 25.33
Program Administration Specialist
$ 20.00
$ 26.26
Functional Analyst
$ 22.06
$ 26.62
Hardware Draftsman
$ 25.17
$ 27.26
Documentation Specialist
$ 22.18
$ 27.26
Jr. Comp System Analyst
$ 24.80
$ 27.43
Hardware Installation Technician
$ 23.44
$ 27.59
System Operator
$ 22.44
$ 27.71
Data Standardization Specialist
$ 26.14
$ 29.62
Network Draftsman
$ 26.35
$ 31.06
Project Control Specialist
$ 26.75
$ 31.70
Technical Writer/Editor
$ 28.16
$ 32.44
Hardware Specialist
$ 29.29
$ 33.59
Help Desk Specialist
$ 28.37
$ 33.71
Sr. Hardware Installation Technician
$ 30.19
$ 34.25
System Administrator
$ 28.81
$ 34.52
Sr. Network Installation Technician
$ 30.53
$ 35.10
Cost Analyst
$ 31.72
$ 37.72
Quality Assurance Analyst
$ 33.03
$ 38.55
Application Engineer
$ 33.55
$ 39.30
Help Desk Manager
$ 35.15
$ 41.44
Computer Security Systems Spec.
$ 37.64
$ 42.24
Sr. Functional Analyst
$ 36.92
$ 42.44
Operations Manager
$ 37.49
$ 42.72
Research Programmer/Analyst
$ -
$ 43.23
Application Programmer
$ 37.64
$ 43.70
Communications Specialist
$ 40.05
$ 44.64
Comp System Analyst
$ 40.73
$ 47.16
Quality Assurance Manager
$ 42.74
$ 48.52
Communications Network Manager
$ 44.77
$ 50.28
Sr. BPR Specialist
$ 47.76
$ 53.80
Sr. Computer Security Systems Spec.
$ 53.11
$ 58.36
Sr. Research Programmer
$ -
$ 59.98
Database Mgmt Specialist
$ 54.22
$ 60.58
Sr. Systems Architect
$ 58.23
$ 65.28
Sr. Comp System Analyst
$ 58.40
$ 66.61
Sr. Database Mgmt Specialist
$ 58.40
$ 66.61
Sr. Information Engineer
$ 62.10
$ 69.71
Sr. Application Engineer
$ 67.38
$ 74.31
Sr. Data Analyst
$ -
$ 76.95
Project Manager
$ 72.06
$ 77.88
Principal BPR Specialist
$ 71.11
$ 78.33
Principal Information Engineer
$ 79.57
$ 87.64
Principal Data Analyst
$ -
$ 92.48
Principal Systems Architect
$ 112.01
$ 116.22
USA COMMITMENT TO PROMOTE SMALL BUSINESS PARTICIPATION PROCUREMENT PROGRAMS
PREAMBLE
Constella Group, Inc. provides commercial products and services to the Federal Government. We are committed to promoting participation of small, small disadvantaged and women-owned small businesses in our contracts. We pledge to provide opportunities to the small
business community through reselling opportunities, mentor-prot g programs, joint ventures, teaming arrangements, and subcontracting.
COMMITMENT
To actively seek and partner with small businesses.
To identify, qualify, mentor and develop small, small disadvantaged and women-owned small businesses by purchasing from these businesses whenever practical.
To develop and promote company policy initiatives that demonstrates our support for awarding contracts and subcontracts to small business concerns.
To undertake significant efforts to determine the potential of small, small disadvantaged and women-owned small business to supply products and services to our company.
To insure procurement opportunities are designed to permit the maximum possible participation of small, small disadvantaged, and women-owned small businesses.
To attend business opportunity workshops, minority business enterprise seminars, trade fairs, procurement conferences, etc., to identify and increase small businesses with whom to partner.
To publicize in our marketing publications our interest in meeting small businesses that may be interested in subcontracting opportunities.
We signify our commitment to work in partnership with small, small disadvantaged and women-owned small businesses to promote and increase their participation in Federal Government contracts. To accelerate potential opportunities please contact Constella Group, Inc
. at (919) 544-8500 or fax at (919) 544-7507.
BEST VALUE BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT FEDERAL SUPPLY SCHEDULE
(Insert Customer Name)
In the spirit of the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act
(Agency)___ and ___(Contractor)___ enter into a cooperative agreement to further reduce the administrative costs of acquiring commercial items from the General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Supply Schedule Contract(s) ____________________.
Federal Supply Schedule contracts BPAs eliminate contracting and open market costs such as: search for sources; the development of technical documents, solicitations and the evaluation of offers. Teaming Arrangements are permitted with Federal Supply Schedule Con
tractors in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 9.6.
This BPA will further decrease costs, reduce paperwork, and save time by eliminating the need for repetitive, individual purchases from the schedule contract. The end result is to create a purchasing mechanism for the Government that works better and costs less.
Signatures
AGENCY DATE CONTRACTOR DATE
BPA NUMBER_____________
(CUSTOMER NAME)
BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT
Pursuant to GSA Federal Supply Schedule Contract Number(s)____________, Blanket Purchase Agreements, the Contractor agrees to the following terms of a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) EXCLUSIVELY WITH (Ordering Agency):
(1) The following contract items can be ordered under this BPA. All orders placed against this BPA are subject to the terms and conditions of the contract, except as noted below:
MODEL NUMBER/PART NUMBER *SPECIAL BPA DISCOUNT/PRICE
(2) Delivery:
DESTINATION DELIVERY SCHEDULE/DATES
(3) The Government estimates, but does not guarantee, that the volume of purchases through this agreement will be ______________.
(4) This BPA does not obligate any funds.
(5) This BPA expires on _________________ or at the end of the contract period, whichever is earlier.
(6) The following office(s) is hereby authorized to place orders under this BPA:
OFFICE POINT OF CONTACT
(7) Orders will be placed against this BPA via Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), FAX, or paper.
(8) Unless otherwise agreed to, all deliveries under this BPA must be accompanied by delivery tickets or sales slips that must contain the following information as a minimum:
(a) Name of Contractor;
(b) Contract Number;
(c) BPA Number;
(d) Model Number or National Stock Number (NSN);
(e) Purchase Order Number;
(f) Date of Purchase;
(g) Quantity, Unit Price, and Extension of Each Item (unit prices and extensions need not be shown when incompatible with the use of automated systems; provided, that the invoice is itemized to show the information); and
(h) Date of Shipment.
(9) The requirements of a proper invoice are specified in the Federal Supply Schedule contract. Invoices will be submitted to the address specified within the purchase order transmission issued against this BPA.
(10) The terms and conditions included in this BPA apply to all purchases made pursuant to it. In the event of an inconsistency between the provisions of this BPA and the Contractor's invoice, the provisions of this BPA will take precedence.
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