Justification and approval for other than full and open competition (J&A) for the contracting of a Senior Legal Advisor for USAID/Afghanistan
ID: JA_05222023_SeniorLegalAdvisorType: Justification
Overview

Buyer

AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTUSAID/AFGHANISTANDULLES, VA, 20189, USA

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PERSONAL SERVICES CONTRACTS (R497)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ef3a2d862e774494ab292a062d61ca3e/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking to contract a Senior Legal Advisor for its operations in Afghanistan through a Justification and Approval (J&A) for other than full and open competition. The procurement aims to extend the U.S. Personal Services Contract for the position, valued at approximately $286,460, due to the unique qualifications and critical support provided by the incumbent, who possesses extensive institutional knowledge and experience in the region. This role is vital for ensuring continuity of legal coverage during a challenging operational period in Afghanistan. Interested parties can reach out to Kabul Aid HR at kblaidhr@usaid.gov for further information regarding this opportunity.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kabul Aid HR
    kblaidhr@usaid.gov
    Files
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    JA Senior Legal Advisor.pdf
    This document is a Justification and Approval (J&A) for using other than full and open competition for a federal contract under the Expedited Acquisition and Assistance Procedures (EPP) for Afghanistan. The Assistant General Counsel requests approval to extend XXXX XXXXX’s U.S. Personal Services Contract for the Senior Legal Advisor (GS-15) position for up to one year, with an estimated value of $286,460.00. The justification is based on XXXX XXXXX’s unique qualifications and critical support provided to USAID/Afghanistan, including extensive institutional knowledge and experience in the region. The document asserts that XXXX XXXXX is the only available and qualified retired Senior Resident Legal Officer (RLO) for this role, ensuring continuity of legal coverage during a challenging period. The cost is deemed fair and reasonable, aligning with similar contracts.
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