Senior Law Enforcement Advisor
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PSC
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), is seeking a Senior Law Enforcement Advisor (SLEA) for a Personal Services Contract (PSC) in Yerevan, Armenia. This role involves developing and implementing law enforcement assistance programs, managing procurements, and coordinating with Armenian government agencies and international donors. The position offers a salary equivalent to FS-02 ($102,409-$150,391). Proposals are due April 6, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
Purpose & Scope
The SLEA will provide strategic advice and support to the INL Director at the U.S. Embassy in Yerevan. Key responsibilities include strategic planning for law enforcement development programs (police, investigative agencies, counter-narcotics), program design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. The advisor will also identify procurement opportunities, manage law enforcement-related procurements, liaise with international donors, organize trainings, and advise Armenian agencies on reforms. The SLEA will serve as acting INL Director during temporary absences, overseeing program management and financial operations.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Personal Services Contract (PSC)
- Location: U.S. Embassy Yerevan, Armenia
- Period of Performance: 12 months, with four optional one-year extensions.
- Compensation: FS-02 equivalent, $102,409 - $150,391 per annum, negotiable based on qualifications.
- Benefits: Includes FICA/Medicare, health/life insurance, leave, 401K, and various allowances per DSSR (e.g., housing, post allowance, danger pay).
- Set-Aside: None specified.
Eligibility & Submission Requirements
Applicants must be U.S. citizens with the ability to obtain Secret (potentially Top Secret) security clearance. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree (criminal justice preferred), 10+ years of U.S. law enforcement experience (with arrest powers), including 3+ years in transnational organized crime, 3+ years in international law enforcement training/assistance, and 3+ years in senior management. Demonstrated experience in LE equipment procurement and reform projects is essential.
Required application materials:
- Completed and signed SF-171 (and SF-171A if needed).
- Comprehensive resume detailing experience, dates, locations, hours, duties, supervisor contacts, education, and U.S. citizenship.
- Evaluation Factor document addressing each of the three factors (max 500 words per factor).
- Three professional references (supervisor contacts).
- Total proposal not to exceed 20 pages. One PDF attachment is highly recommended.
Evaluation Factors (70 points total)
- Factor 1 (25 pts): Subject Matter Expertise in law enforcement (e.g., arrest procedures, investigations, transnational organized crime).
- Factor 2 (25 pts): Program Experience (assessing agencies, designing interventions, large-scale project management, M&E). Preference for experience in post-Communist countries.
- Factor 3 (20 pts): Management and Communication Experience (effective communication, advising officials, leadership development).
- Interviews (30 points) and professional reference checks (Pass/Fail) will also be conducted.
Key Dates & Contact
- Issuance Date: March 23, 2026
- Closing Date: April 6, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
- Submission & Questions: Email to INLPSCTeam@state.gov.