01 SOW 21 April 2026.pdf

CUI

STATEMENT OF WORK (SOW)

FOR

CATERPILLAR/CUMMINS GENERATOR MAINTENANCE

BUILDINGS 1020, 1030, 1030C, AND 1040

AT

Edwards AFB, California

Prepared by:

Phillip Folson Jr. Chief, Maintenance and Logistics Operations Division AFMC 445 TS/EWJX Stacey Warren, Operations Planning Analyst 772 TS/EWOX Christina Calkins, Acquisition Project Specialist 445 TS/EWJP 17 March 2026 31 March 2026 1 April 2026 21 Apr 2026

Contents

GENERAL 3

HOURS OF OPERATION, SAFETY 11

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS 15

APPENDIX DEFINITIONS 20

ACRONYMS 22

GENERAL

1.0 PURPOSE

The purpose of this Statement of Work (SOW) is to secure the services of a contractor to perform preventive maintenance on four (4) generators located within the EWG compound at Buildings 1020, 1030, 1030C, and 1040 at Edwards AFB, CA.

CATERPILLIAR Model 450 / C15, SN CAT00C15LT3300515 CUMMINS Model 650-D6C, SN A230191618 CATERPILLIAR Model C4.4 SN A2502655 CATERPILLIAR Model 3516C SN G6A00349

2.0 SCOPE OF WORK

2.1 A Certified Service Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and supervision required to perform the following preventive maintenance on the Caterpillar and Cummins Generators at Buildings 1020, 1030, 1030C and 1040.

2.1.1 PM Level 1 - Multi Point Inspection (Required every 12 Months)

• Perform comprehensive detailed inspection of units

• Check/Adjust all fluid levels and pressures for correct operation

• Check and inspect air cleaner restriction gauge and air filter element

• Check primary source fuel tank for water with water finding paste

• Check day tank, fuel tank, fuel line fittings for leaks

• Check cooling system hoses, caps, clamps for brittleness, leaks, cracks, and weakness

• Check battery voltages, charging rates, fluids, and specific gravities / ICV's

• Test engine cranking batteries under start up load for voltage drop

• Check block heater elements and inlet/outlet thermostats for proper output and operation

• Inspect engine fan drive and belts and adjust for proper tension and condition

• Check turbo charger rotation / end play if so equipped

• Check generator brushes for proper tension/setting as equipped

• Check and document control panel instruments for proper operation and values

• Grease bearings, fan shafts, linkages, and equipment fittings as required

• Take hot oil sample and submit for analysis

• Test safety alarms and contacts

• Run unit under load for up to 15 minutes when authorized by site authority

2.1.2 PM Level 2 - Annual Service-Major w/ Multi Point Inspection (Required every 12 months)

• Perform all items from PM Level 1.

• Change crankcase oil, oil filter(s), fuel filter(s), water separator(s), coolant filter(s), and air filter(s) as equipped.

2.1.3 PM Level 3 - Cooling System Service (Required every 36 months)

• Drain old coolant

• Contain waste coolant

• Replace all coolant hoses and clamps (upgrade block heater hoses to steel braided as recommended)

• Replace the radiator pressure cap(s)

• Replace the engine thermostat(s) and associated gasket(s)

• Replace the engine fan belt(s) and alternator drive belt(s)

• Refill system with proper amount of new glycol antifreeze and conditioners

• Rod and clean oil cooler or heat exchanger as equipped (if required)

• Test run unit to operating temperature, under load when authorized by site personnel

• Return unit back to original mode of operation

2.1.4 Annual Loadbank Test (Required every 12 months)

• Connect resistive load bank (as applicable) to generator

• Run Test with requested load for 2 hours test duration

• Record readings at 30% of nameplate rating for 30 minutes

• Record readings at 50% of nameplate rating for 30 minutes

• Record readings at 75% of nameplate rating for 30 minutes

• Record reading at 100% of nameplate rating for 30 minutes

• Disconnect load bank from unit

• Return unit back to original mode of operation

2.1.5 Engine/Generator Inspection and Adjustment (Required every 36 months)

• Adjust engine valves and set to factory specifications

• Check ignition and injector timing where applicable

• Inspect and adjust slip ring and brushes where applicable

• Check rear generator bearings, lubricate as necessary

• Inspect generator wiring

• Inspect space heaters

• Inspect coupling and guards

• Inspect generator fan drive

• Inspect meters and voltage regulator as required

• Test run engine generator

2.1.6 Engine Battery Replacement Program (Required every 36 months)

• Remove and replace engine cranking batteries

• Test engine cranking batteries under start up load for voltage drop

• Dispose of old battery(s)

• Test run unit without load

• Return unit back to original mode of operation

2.1.7 Inspection Reports

• Contractor shall provide a Maintenance Report for the completion of “In Scope” work

• Any “Out of Scope” findings needing to be repaired or replaced shall be submitted to the Government POC prior to the acceptance of work performed

2.1.8 Unanticipated Emergency Maintenance

• In the event of system failure or trouble, emergency service may be required

2.1.9 One-time B1030 Generator Emergency Service – Needed immediately upon award

• Replace coolant tube casting from water pump to thermostat housing is leaking - Remove and replace coolant tube casting, gasket, o rings, seals from water pump to thermostat housing. Reassemble and secure as needed, and run unit to verify proper operations, placing unit back on line upon completion.

2.2 All work must be performed by experienced personnel who are qualified to perform the scope of work and meet the requirements in this SOW (ref. para 2.1).

3.0 PROPOSED/ESTIMATED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Basic POP: (Apr 1, 2026

– Mar 31, 2027)

Year 1 POP: (Apr 1, 2027

– Mar 31, 2028)

Year 2 POP: (Apr 1, 2028

– Mar 31, 2029)

Year 3 POP: (Apr 1, 2029

– Mar 31, 2030)

Year 4 POP: (April 1, 2030

– Mar 31, 2031)

PM Level 1

(CLIN0001)

January 2027 January 2028 January 2029 January 2030 January 2031

PM Level 2

(CLIN0002)

July 2026 July 2027 July 2028 July 2029 July 2030

PM Level 3

(CLIN0003)

January 2028 January 2030

Annual Loadbank Test

(CLIN0004)

July 2026 July 2027 July 2028 July 2029 July 2030

Engine/Generator Inspection and Adjustment

(CLIN0005)

January 2030

Engine Battery Replacement Program

(CLIN0006)

January 2027 January 2030

4.0 REFERENCES

It is the contractor’s responsibility to ensure that all work performed is in accordance with all Air Force, Federal, state, county and local statutes, laws, codes, regulations, safety requirements, instructions, manuals, handbooks, and guidance, and policy letters to include:

a. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

b. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)

c. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

d. Underwriters Laboratories (UL)

e. Uniform Building Codes (UBC)

f. Contractors State License Board (CSLB)

5.0 REQUIREMENTS

5.1 The contractor shall perform an initial site survey to be coordinated with and escorted by both the 445th Test Squadron Electronic Warfare Joint Maintenance (445 TS/EWJX) and the 772nd Test Squadron Electronic Warfare Operations Maintenance (772 TS/EWOX) during the site survey. The contractor shall examine the area and site conditions and submit a request for information to the Contracting Officer (CO) regarding any questions or concerns.

5.2 The contractor’s Contract Manager (CM) shall be responsible for the overall performance of this contract and shall possess the necessary experience to provide direct oversight of all project design and planning activities.

The CM shall provide overall contract management, including full authority to act on behalf of the contractor, review material submittals, and attend all status meetings, site visits and inspections. The CM and alternates, who shall act for the contractor when the CM is absent, shall be designated prior to commencement of work, in writing to the CO.

5.3 Upon completion of work and prior to its acceptance, the Air Force will conduct a review of the provided preventive maintenance report to confirm that the inspection was conducted in accordance with this SOW.

5.4 Materials and installation shall be in compliance with and meet or exceed all applicable codes and standards of this SOW.

5.5 Contractor shall be licensed and bonded to meet the requirements described in this SOW.

5.6 Contractor shall use all new material to meet the requirements described in this SOW.

5.7 The contractor shall become familiar with all details of the work, verify dimensions in the field, and advise the 445 TS EWJX of any conflicting issues before performing any work.

5.8 Work shall be performed in accordance with (IAW) the manufacturer’s published diagrams, recommendations, and equipment warranty requirements.

5.9 Contractor shall repair/replace any property damaged by contractor employees and/or sub-contractors while performing work under this contract.

5.10 The contractor shall comply with the Environmental Management Systems in place at Edwards Air Force Base (AFB) while performing work under this contract.

5.11 All personnel shall wear appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) while on the construction site.

5.12 Contractor shall coordinate construction effort with the 445 TS/EWJX to prevent any delays or interruptions of Government work within the facility.

5.13 Job site cleanliness will be maintained at all times. Materials, tools, and waste shall be removed from the work site at the end of each workday. Waste resulting from contract work shall be disposed of at a proper disposal site off Edwards AFB by the contractor in strict accordance with applicable federal, state, county, and local laws. Barricades, safety cones and safety tape will be utilized to isolate the job site from normal personnel traffic.

5.14 Identification of Contractor Employees. All contract personnel attending meetings, answering government telephones, in other telephone conversations and working in other situations where their contractor status is not obvious to third parties are required to identify themselves as such to avoid creating an impression in the minds of others that they are government officials. They must also ensure that all documents, reports produced by contractors and formal or informal correspondence are suitably marked as contractor products or that contractor participation is appropriately disclosed. Contractor employees shall be required to wear badges or other visible identification for meetings with Government personnel.

6.0 Environmental Protection. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards, including Air Force and installation policies, directives, and instructions, that are or may become applicable to the contractor’s activities in performance of this contract.

6.1 The Contractor shall ensure all hazardous materials (HM), Hazardous Material Identification and Material Safety Data, and Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information are authorized and managed in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and applicable sections of Air Force Manual 32-7002, Environmental Compliance and Pollution Prevention, and Edwards Air Force Base (AFB) HM policy, to ensure compliance with Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 (42 U.S.C. 11001- 11050), and Pollution Prevention Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 13101-13109).

6.1.1 Safety Data Sheet (SDS) submissions, accompanied by a completed Contractor Hazardous Material Approval Form, are required for chemicals/materials not sourced from an installation HAZMART, and must be approved by the Edwards AFB Hazardous Material Program including the initial submission by the apparently successful offeror prior to award, and prior to use for any subsequent SDS submissions by the contractor during performance of the contract.

6.1.2 The Contractor shall utilize the Contractor Hazardous Materials Usage Form to capture monthly usage data for hazardous chemicals/materials not sourced from an installation HAZMART that were used on the installation in performance of this contract. The Contractor shall submit the usage form to the Contracting Officer identified COR/Government Point of Contact (GPOC) by the 5th of the following month during performance and at completion of work.

6.1.3 The Point of Contact for questions concerning Hazardous Materials or SDS submissions prior to award is the Contracting Officer. After award and during contract performance, contact the Edwards AFB Environmental Management Office at (661) 277-1401 (for AFRL, call (661) 277-5135) or email 412CEG.CEVC.HMWorkflow@us.af.mil, for the HM exempt list and guidance regarding HM regulatory, usage, and tracking form requirements.

6.1.4 Any products that meet the criteria of “Hazardous Waste” must be tracked until permanently removed from government property. Criteria for identifying hazardous waste are contained in Subpart C of 40 CFR Part 261 and Chapter 11, Articles 1-5, of 22 CCR. NOTE: Products containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFC’s) or ozone depleting substances shall not be allowed or approved for use.

6.1.5 The Contractor shall ensure that all solid and hazardous waste management on this contract complies with all applicable sections of AFMAN 32-7002, and the Edwards Air Force Base Hazardous Waste Management Plan (HWMP) and Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan, the California Health and Safety Code (HSC), Title 22 California Code of Regulations (CCR), and Title 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).

6.1.6 Hazardous/regulated waste shall be disposed of under the Edwards AFB, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ID number, with Edwards AFB as the Generator, unless the Contractor is considered “other persons” under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and operates their HW activities independent of Edwards AFB using their own US EPA ID number.

6.1.7 Signed HW disposal manifests shall be required for HW that may be generated on this contract prior to transportation for off-site disposal to a California Department of Toxic Substance Control (DTSC) and/or US EPA-approved landfill or treatment facility. The Contractor shall submit draft manifests via email to the Edwards AFB Environmental Management Office at 412CEG.CEVC.HWWorkflow@us.af.mil for review. After the draft manifests have been approved, the waste shipment must be scheduled with the Environmental Office to arrange for manifest signature by government personnel with Signature Authority. Contact the Hazardous Waste Support Facility (HWSF) personnel at (661) 277-3681, the 412CEG/CEVC HW Program Manager at (661) 277-1885, or email 412CEG.CEVC.HWWorkflow@us.af.mil for questions or additional information.

6.2 The Contractor shall comply with Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information requirements.

Control of environmental pollution requires consideration of air, water, and land uses, and involves the management of noise, solid waste, thermal energy and radioactive materials, as well as other pollutants.

Protective measures shall be incorporated to control pollution and/or correct environmentally impacting conditions that may develop resulting from this contract. Environmental protection shall be provided during the life of the contract.

6.3 The Contractor shall complete EMS General Awareness training in accordance with DoDI 4715.05, DoDI 4715.06, and DoDI 4715.17 prior to or upon arrival at the installation and ensure proof of completion is available to the contracting office upon request. Online training is available using the TEACH course EMS100AFIT00004 (AFIT) resource: https://usaf.learningbuilder.com/account/login/?ReturnUrl=%2f

6.4 Spill Response. The Contractor is responsible to report and promptly clean up all spills in a manner consistent with current environmental regulations. In the event that it is necessary to utilize Government material, equipment or personnel to clean up a Contractor caused spill, the Contractor shall be required to reimburse the Government for all associated costs.

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6.5 Recycling, Trash and Litter Control. The Contractor shall strive to recycle as much cardboard, paper, plastic, wood and metal as possible through the installation’s Qualified Recycling Program (QRP), and shall develop a strict recycling, trash and litter control program. The recycling and litter control program shall consist of supplying an adequate number of covered recycling, trash and litter receptacles in all appropriate locations. The QRP may be able to provide limited additional recycling containers and bins as required (call 661-277-1167 for coordination). The contractor shall take precautions to prevent Foreign Object Debris (FOD) while working on or around the flight line. The contractor will be responsible to remove all debris as a result of the contract activity.

6.6 The Contractor shall notify the Environmental Management Division (412 CEG/CEV) at (661) 277-1401 (option 1) prior to installing any storage tanks on the installation. Contractors owning, operating, or procuring any storage tanks for use on the installation will comply with all federal, state, and local requirements. Contractors shall comply with the Edwards AF Base Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plan for all petroleum storage tanks used on the installation. Upon installation of a tank, the Contractor shall send an email notification (including tank specification information) to 412CEG.CEVC.WastewaterPOLTanks@us.af.mil to facilitate California Environmental Reporting System (CERS), Storage Tank Accounting and Reporting (STAR), and the Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan update requirements. The Contractor shall appoint a tank custodian, provide required training, gain access to STAR, and capture monthly inspections in STAR. 412 CEG/CEV can assist the appointed tank custodian with training and obtaining STAR access.

6.7 To ensure compliance with the installation’s U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Biological Opinion for Operations and Activities Edwards Air Force Base, California (8-8-14-F-14), regarding the effects on the federally threatened desert tortoise and its critical habitat, the Contractor shall:

6.7.1 Distribute the Desert Tortoise Handout (DT Handout 412 TWPA Release #18150 20180316) to vehicle and equipment drivers prior to accessing Edwards AFB and the project area. All workers should review the handout. If possible, the handout should also be posted at the project site.

6.7.2 Avoid desert tortoises and their burrows. The Contractor shall inspect under all vehicles and equipment for desert tortoises prior to operation. Any sightings of desert tortoise within the project site must be reported immediately to the monitoring biologist or 412 CEG/CEVA at (661) 277-1417.

6.7.3 Check open excavations three times a day for any trapped animals. Open excavations will be covered, backfilled, or fenced at the end of each workday. At the ends of a ditch or trench, a 3:1 slope will be created to allow wildlife to exit should they become trapped in the ditch or trench. All open excavations that are left unattended will be fenced, unless other methods of excluding desert tortoises are employed.

6.7.4 Dispose of all trash and food items in common raven-proof containers and regularly remove such items from the project sites to reduce attraction of common ravens.

6.7.5 Contact 412 CEG/CEVA at 661-277-1418 if any questions arise regarding these measures.

6.8 The Contractor shall contact 412 CEG/CEVA at (661) 275-2435 if an active bird nest (nest with eggs, unfledged birds, or adult birds observed in the nest) is found within the project area and cannot be avoided.

7.0 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE

7.1 The contractor shall perform the services in the Statement of Work at Building 1020, 1030, 1030C and B1040 Edwards AFB, CA.

8.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY, EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICES

8.1 Government Furnished Services. The Government will provide the following (as required):

8.1.1 The Air Force Test Center (AFTC) will provide access to secure areas within 412 EWG Compound

8.1.2 Escort and security monitoring will be coordinated during work performance as required mailto:412CEG.CEVC.WastewaterPOLTanks@us.af.mil

8.1.3 All Equipment required will be provided by the contractor

8.1.4 Any staging areas or laydown spaces will be coordinated in advance.

8.2 Emergency Medical Services. Edwards AFB will provide emergency medical services for contractor personnel in performance of services under this contract IAW AFMAN 41-210 Chapter 2. The contractor shall ensure that the Government is reimbursed at the full-reimbursement rate for emergency medical services provided.

The contractor shall provide the 412th Medical Group the name of a physician and/or hospital to which injured personnel can be transferred for further treatment and care after receiving initial emergency treatment on base.

All mishaps will be promptly reported to the base safety office through the COR.

8.3 Security Police and Fire Protection. Phone number for Edwards AFB Security Forces Squadron, 661-277-

3340; Emergencies (Fire/Security Forces/Medical), 911.

8.4 Utilities. The Government will provide all electricity, water and sewage at no additional cost to the Contractor. The Contractor shall instruct employees in utilities conservation practices. The Contractor shall be responsible for operating under conditions that preclude the waste of utilities, which include turning off the water faucets or valves after using the required amount to accomplish requirements under this SOW.

8.5 Government Furnished Materials. NONE

9.0 DELIVERABLES

9.1 Schedule of Work (due within 5 business days of award)

The contractor shall be responsible for delivery and installation support of all required materials.

The contractor shall notify the appropriate POC depending on which units are scheduled to be serviced, seven (7) days prior to the expected arrival date.

The contractor shall provide a completed “Site Support Visit Request”, with the following information for all personnel that are required to complete the installation on-site no later than seven (7) days prior to the agreed upon install date:

1. Name(s)

2. Company Name or Organization

3. Social Security Number (SSN)

4. Driver’s License No./State

5. Date and place of birth

6. US citizenship (declare Yes or No)

7. Date(s) of Visit and Length of visit (provide approximate dates)

8. Purpose of visit: Contractor Visit, Job Walk, etc

9. Length of visit (provide approximate dates)

The contractor shall provide, if requested, verification that all required vehicles have valid registration and insurance documentation, which may be checked prior to entering the work site or the base.

10.0 Point of Contact

772nd POC’s Operations Planning Analyst: Stacey M. Warren, stacey.perry@us.af.mil 661-527-3735 Lead Logistics Management Specialist: Paul Neimeyer, paul.niemeyer.1@us.af.mil (760) 577-7759 mailto:stacey.perry@us.af.mil mailto:paul.niemeyer.1@us.af.mil

445th POC’s Government Project Manager: Phillip D Folson JR, phillip.folson.2@us.af.mil 661-527-1791 Maintenance Element Lead: James Rebel, james.rebel.1@us.af.mil 661-810-4557 (m) Logistics Management Specialist: Hugo C. Castillo, hugo.castillo@us.af.mil 661-277-1524 Acquisition Specialist Ms. Christina J. Calkins, christina.calkins.1@us.af.mil 661-277-3375

10.1 Additional Information

10.1.1 Inherently Governmental Function. The Contractor shall not perform Inherently Governmental functions as defined in FAR Subpart 7.5 in relationship to this SOW.

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HOURS OF OPERATION, SAFETY

10.0 GENERAL INFORMATION

10.1 Hours of Operation. The services required under this contract will primarily be completed between the following hours: 7:00AM – 3:30PM, Monday thru Friday except Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. Any additional work requiring an extended duty day or weekend shifts shall be coordinated through the government for approval no later than 24 hours in advance. For other than firm fixed price contracts, the Contractor will not be reimbursed when the Government facility is closed for the above reasons. On occasion, the contractor will be required to work on weekends and Federal Holidays.

These instances will be worked out in advance between the Government and the Contractor. The Contractor must at all times maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this SOW when the Government facility is not closed for the above reasons.

10.1.1 Recognized Holidays. Contractor is not required/permitted to perform services on the following holidays.

New Year’s Day Labor Day Martin Luther King Jr’s Birthday Day Columbus Day President’s Day Veterans Day Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Independence Day Christmas Day Juneteenth NA

*If the holiday falls on a Saturday, it will be observed on the preceding Friday. If the holiday falls on Sunday, it will be observed on the following Monday.

10.1.2 Work Schedules, Leave, and Absences. The contractor shall provide the government with a performance schedule for the project. Any changes in the schedule shall be coordinated with the government in advance.

10.2 Contract Personnel

10.2.1 Alcohol/Drug Use. The consumption of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs by Contractor personnel, while on duty, is strictly forbidden. The Contractor shall immediately remove any employee who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

10.2.2 Appearance. Contractor personnel shall present a neat appearance. Contractor’s uniform must be easily recognized. This shall be accomplished by wearing distinctive clothing bearing the name of the company and by wearing badges that contain the company name and employee name.

10.2.3 Certifications. Contractor employees shall have current and valid professional certifications and licenses required to perform the work in this SOW, prior to contract award. All certification and licensing requirements by Federal, State, and local agencies shall be complied with at the Contractor's expense.

10.2.4 Contractor Qualifications.

10.2.4.1 The Contractor shall utilize employees possessing adequate training, skills, and knowledge to perform the requirements of this contract.

10.2.4.2 Personnel must be U.S. citizens and may be subject to background screening or escort requirements

10.2.5 Privately Owned Vehicles. Each Contractor employee driving a privately owned vehicle on the installation must carry minimum liability insurance as required by the State. Contractor employees shall adhere to all posted speed limits and shall not use hand-held cellular telephones while driving on the installation for phone calls or texting. Use of seat belts is mandatory. Any Contractor employee cited for driving under the influence will have their driving privileges immediately revoked for a period to be determined.

10.3 Safety

It is the contractor's responsibility to ensure its employees and managers have a comprehensive understanding of and full compliance with OSHA requirements. Detailed information is available on the OSHA website at http://www.osha.gov. It is the contractor's sole responsibility for compliance with OSHA, Public Law 91-596.

The contractor shall comply with all federal, state and local laws, and Air Force Instructions for the protection of their employees while working on an Air Force Installation or property. The protection of contractor employees is exclusively the obligation of the contractor. Contractors shall manage all work areas to ensure the safety of building occupants, base personnel, or visitors in or near the areas. The contractor must ensure that personnel are properly trained on the equipment they are tasked to operate. The contractor shall develop site specific mishap reporting procedures which result in damage to government property or injury to Air Force personnel. These procedures are to be included in the safety and health plan for review. In accordance with AFI 91-202, Safety Office. Safety personnel will: Review contractor Safety plans to ensure materials used or operations conducted do not endanger public safety and government personnel or property.

The contractor shall perform work in a safe manner as required by OSHA Safety and Health Requirements.

Provide a verbal report to the CO as soon as possible of each occurrence of damage to Government property or an accident resulting in death, injury, occupational disease, or adverse environmental impact. Provide a completed copy of the required Accident Investigation Reports to the CO within five calendar days of each occurrence.

The Contractor’s plan shall include appropriate measures to ensure the Contractor reacts promptly to investigate, correct and track alleged safety & health violations and/or uncontrolled hazards in contractor work areas.

The plan shall:

a. Demonstrate a management commitment to employee safety and health.

b. Identify the application of the safety and health plan to subcontractors.

c. Identify the roles and responsibilities of the following individuals:

Management Supervisors Employees Safety Coordinator

d. Identify applicable safety rules and regulations

e. Include a worksite hazard analysis to include base-line hazard identification and required control measures

f. Include a job site analysis to include hazards of tasks required to control measures

g. Identify employee safety and health training requirements and the documentation process

h. Include a workplace inspection frequency, to include identifying the individual conducting the inspections

i. Include employee hazard reporting procedures http://www.osha.gov/

j. Identify individual(s) responsible for corrective action hazards

k. Identify first aid/injury procedures

l. Identify procedures for accident investigation and reporting

m. Identify emergency response procedures; and

n. Identify the process for tracking controlled hazards in contractor work areas

10.3.1 Safety Equipment. The Contractor shall furnish personal safety equipment for its employees in performance of this contract. Safety equipment includes shoes or boots, eyewear, respirators, and gloves, etc.

10.3.2 Safety Threats. The Contractor shall not employ persons for work on this contract if such employees are identified to the Contractor by the CO as a potential threat to the health, safety, security, general well-being or operational mission of the installation and its population.

10.4 Conservation of Utilities. The Contractor shall instruct employees in utilities conservation practices. The

Contractor shall be responsible for operating under conditions that preclude the waste of utilities.

10.5 Contractor Furnished Property and Services. Except for those items or services specifically stated to be Government-furnished in Section 7.0 and any appendixes, the Contractor shall furnish everything required to fulfil this contract in accordance with all of its terms.

10.6 Environmental Protection. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards, including Air Force and installation policies, directives and instructions, that are or may become applicable to the Contractor’s activities in performance of this contract.

10.7 Audit. This contract may be subject to audit by any and all cognizant Government agencies. The Contractor shall make available all records, which it maintains with respect to this contract, to such agencies.

10.8 Miscellaneous Paragraphs

10.8.1 Official Correspondence. The Government singularly identifies each project with a contract number at the time of award. The contract number is a unique identifier to purposely and permanently represent an awarded project. The Government issued contract number is to be referenced on all official communication starting upon notice of the award.

10.8.2 Post Award Conference. The Contractor agrees to attend any post award conference convened by the Contracting Officer IAW FAR Part 42.5. These meetings shall be at no additional cost to the Government.

10.8.3 Records. All records created and received by the Contractor in the performance of this contract shall be maintained and readily accessible. Records shall remain the property of the Government.

10.8.4 Insurance. The contractor shall obtain the necessary insurance as required by FAR part 28.3.

The minimum amounts of insurance will be maintained IAW FAR 28.307-2.

10.8.5 Fire Prevention. The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to prevent fires in the units and

Contractor-furnished and Government-furnished facilities while performing any work under this contract. In the event fires do occur, the Contractor shall immediately notify the Base Fire Department at 911. The Contractor shall then notify the requiring activity and the CO. The

Contractor shall brief and document its employees monthly in fire safety issues and procedures in reporting fires.

10.8.6 Inclement Weather. If the base closes due to inclement weather, the Contractor will be released, by the installation commander, with the general population of the base at no decrement to contract price. The Contractor will follow the local procedures for reporting in inclement weather as advertised on local television and radio stations.

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

11.0 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

All Contractor employees will be subject to a criminal history background check IAW DoDM 5200.08V3_AFMAN 31-101V3, Installation Perimeter Access Control, and 412th Test Wing Base Defense Plan (BDP) 31, Volume I (the AFMAN and BDP are both limited access documents but more details on the requirements/process in terms of background checks can be provided by the Contracting Office upon request). Vehicle registration, proof of insurance, and a valid driver's license must be presented for vehicles. Installation Commanders may deny access and credentials based on information obtained during identity proofing and vetting that indicates the individual may present a threat to the good order, discipline, and morale of the installation.

Base Access. For Contractor personnel requiring frequent base access to perform work at Edwards AFB will be granted access via an Edwards AFB Form 496, Application for Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) Card. The Prime Contractor shall submit a written request on company letterhead to the CO with the following information (prior to submitting a request for Base access via an Edwards AFB Form 496): 1) contract number, 2) location of work, 3) contract start and stop date (must be on or before contract’s expiration date), and 4) names of employees/ subcontractor employees needing access to the base, to include each employee’s company name

It is recommended that the Prime Contractor provide a copy of the request letter to each employee for verification purposes when the employee comes to the Contracting Office at Building 2800 to get their Edwards AFB Form 496 signed. Employees for which no request letter can be found or provided will result in the employee being asked to return on another date/time so verification can be made.

Base passes will be limited to the length of the contract not to exceed 3 years from the date the Edwards AFB Form 496 is submitted to the Contracting Office for signature.

The Edwards AFB Form 496 will be reviewed/approved by the CO, then taken by the Contractor employee to the Edwards AFB Pass & Registration Office in Building 3000, or the Visitor Control Center in Building 1004, for authentication and issuance of the Base pass.

The contractor shall comply with all base security regulations. Additionally, the contractor shall comply with actions dictated by force protection condition (FPCON) changes/measures and/or health protection condition (HPCON) changes/measures. For real-world situations/exercises, changes to force/health protection conditions could impact contractor performance of work and can include denial of access to the installation to perform work

Only employees who will be working on the contract consistently/frequently should be submitted for a long-term Base pass.

The Contractor shall comply with all security requirements imposed by the Installation. Specific security considerations will be handled on an individual Task Order/contract basis as required.

The contractor shall report suspicious activity (refer to Edwards AFB Contractor Antiterrorism Awareness pamphlet) to Security Forces at 661-277-3340 in a timely manner.

The Contractor and its employees shall comply with all base traffic regulations.

Visitors/contractors with driver’s licenses and ability to obtain base access without another form of identification as an identity proofing document. As proof of identify, the Department of Defense will accept State-issued driver's licenses and identification cards only if they meet the Real ID Act standards, from all U.S. States and territories as proof of identity. The Contractor shall possess a credential compliant with the REAL ID Act of 2005 or an acceptable alternate identification credential. Please visit the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) website to get the latest information, https://www.dhs.gov/current-status-states-territories.

Contractor shall maintain and make available to the Government Program Manager (GPM), within 30 days after award, records of Antiterrorism Awareness Level I required training of contractor employees and subcontractor employees who require routine physical access to the installation via 30 day pass, DBIDS Access card or Common Access Card (CAC), both initially and annually thereafter. AT Level I training provides contractor employees with the requisite knowledge necessary to remain vigilant for possible terrorist threats. Level I AT Awareness Training may be taken at https://jkodirect.jten.mil/Atlas2/page/login/Login.jsf for non-CAC holders. CAC holders may complete AT Level I training (Force Protection course ZZ133079) via myLearning at https://lms-jets.cce.af.mil/moodle/. Tracking for each contractor or subcontractor employee is the responsibility of the GPM or unit Antiterrorism Representative.

The Contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding all government property, equipment and materials provided for Contractor use. At the end of each work period, all government facilities, equipment, and materials shall be secured.

During performance of the contract, the Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining required identification for newly assigned personnel.

The Contractor shall be responsible for prompt return of credentials and vehicle passes for: 1) any employee who no longer requires access to the work site; 2) upon request by a CO; and 3) upon completion or termination of the contract. The Prime Contractor shall ensure that all Base identification passes issued to employees and subcontractor employees are returned to the issuing office. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in the withholding of payment.

Contractor employees are prohibited from possessing weapons, firearms or ammunition, on themselves or within Contractor-owned or privately owned vehicle while on Edwards AFB.

12.0 OPSEC

The Contractor shall comply with DOD, USAF, and locally established Operations Security (OPSEC) policies and procedures to protect sensitive and unclassified information and/or equipment, which is furnished to and operated by the Contractor, and prevent compromise of classified information and equipment.

Contractor shall maintain Operations Security (OPSEC) in accordance with DOD Directive & Manual 5205.02, DOD Operations Security (OPSEC) Program, AFI 10-701, Operations Security (OPSEC), and Edwards AFB OPSEC policies and procedures.

Completion of OPSEC Training of contractor employees offered by the Government IAW AFI 10-701, para. 4.1 and 4.2.3 shall be required of all Contractor employees within 30 days of initiating work. Access to mission critical information will not be allowed until OPSEC education has been completed and documented. This training provides Contractor employees with the requisite knowledge necessary to remain vigilant for possible https://www.dhs.gov/current-status-states-territories https://jkodirect.jten.mil/Atlas2/page/login/Login.jsf https://lms/ https://lms/ threats, understand basic security procedures, understand the obligation to report security violations and the continued obligation to safeguard information. The requiring unit Security Manager/OPSEC Coordinator will coordinate, and track completed training with the Contractor.

Contact the unit Security Manager/OPSEC Coordinator or Wing OPSEC Signature Manager at (661) 277-2066 for questions or reporting.

13.0 OMBUDSMAN (JUL 2023)

(a) An ombudsman has been appointed to hear and facilitate the resolution of concerns from offerors, potential offerors, and others for this acquisition. When requested, the ombudsman will maintain strict confidentiality as to the source of the concern. The existence of the ombudsman does not affect the authority of the program manager, contracting officer, or source selection official. Further, the ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals, the source selection process, or the adjudication of protests or formal contract disputes.

The ombudsman may refer the interested party to another official who can resolve the concern.

(b) Before consulting with an ombudsman, interested parties must first address their concerns, issues, disagreements, and/or recommendations to the contracting officer for resolution. Consulting an ombudsman does not alter or postpone the timelines for any other processes (e.g., agency level bid protests, GAO bid protests, requests for debriefings, employee-employer actions, contests of OMB Circular A-76 competition performance decisions).

(c) If resolution cannot be made by the contracting officer, the interested party may contact the ombudsman, AFTC Vice Commander

1 S Rosamond Blvd

Edwards AFB CA 93524

COMM: (661) 277-2810

aftc.workflow@us.af.mil

Concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations that cannot be resolved at the Center/MAJCOM/DRU/SMC ombudsman level, may be brought by the interested party for further consideration to the Air Force ombudsman, Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary (ADAS) (Contracting), SAF/AQC, 1060 Air Force Pentagon, Washington DC 20330-1060, phone number (571) 256-2395, facsimile number (571) 256-2431.

(d) The ombudsman has no authority to render a decision that binds the agency.

(e) Do not contact the ombudsman to request copies of the solicitation, verify offer due date, or clarify technical requirements. Such inquiries shall be directed to the contracting officer.

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HEALTH AND SAFETY ON GOVERNMENT INSTALLATIONS (JUL 2023)

(a) In performing work under this contract on a Government installation, the contractor shall:

(1) Take all reasonable steps and precautions to prevent accidents and preserve the health and safety of contractor and Government personnel performing or in any way coming in contact with the performance of this contract; and

(2) Take such additional immediate precautions as the contracting officer may reasonably require for health and mailto:aftc.workflow@us.af.mil safety purposes.

(b) The contracting officer may, by written order, direct Department of the Air Force Occupational Safety and

Health (AFOSH) Standards and/or health/safety standards as may be required in the performance of this contract and any adjustments resulting from such direction will be in accordance with the Changes clause of this contract.

(c) Any violation of these health and safety rules and requirements, unless promptly corrected as directed by the contracting officer, shall be grounds for termination of this contract in accordance with the Default clause of this contract.

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CONTRACTOR ACCESS TO THE DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE INSTALLATIONS (JUN 2024)

(a) The contractor shall obtain base identification and vehicle passes, if required, for all contractor personnel who make frequent visits to or perform work on the Department of the Air Force installation(s) cited in the contract. Contractor personnel are required to wear or prominently display installation identification badges or contractor-furnished, contractor identification badges while visiting or performing work on the installation.

(b) The contractor shall submit a written request on company letterhead to the contracting officer listing the following: contract number, location of work site, start and stop dates, and names of employees and subcontractor employees needing access to the base. The letter will also specify the individual(s) authorized to sign for a request for base identification credentials or vehicle passes. The contracting officer will endorse the request and forward it to the issuing base pass and registration office or Security Forces for processing. When reporting to the registration office, the authorized contractor individual(s) should provide a valid driver’s license, current vehicle registration, valid vehicle insurance certificate, and [insert any additional requirements to comply with local security procedures ] to obtain a vehicle pass.

(c) During performance of the contract, the contractor shall be responsible for obtaining required identification for newly assigned personnel and for prompt return of credentials and vehicle passes for any employee who no longer requires access to the work site.

(d) When work under this contract requires unescorted entry to controlled or restricted areas, the contractor shall comply with [insert any additional requirements to comply with AFI 31-101 , Integrated Defense, and DODMAN5200.02_AFMAN 16-1405 , Air Force Personnel Security Program ] citing the appropriate paragraphs as applicable.

(e) Upon completion or termination of the contract or expiration of the identification passes, the prime contractor shall ensure that all base identification passes issued to employees and subcontractor employees are returned to the issuing office.

(f) The contractor shall provide an after-hours contact number or after-hours email in the Emergency Mass Notification System (EMNS) for each of their personnel, whose normal place of duty is on a DoD installation or within a DoD facility. The contractor shall comply with any additional requirements in DAFMAN 10-206 for emergency operational reporting. Foreign Nationals may participate and may remove themselves from the Emergency Mass Notification System at any time. To update information, personnel can access the globe icon on their system desktop screens and choose the “Access Self-Service” option.

(g) Failure to comply with these requirements may result in withholding of final payment.

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COMMON ACCESS CARDS (CAC) FOR CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL (JUL 2023)

(a) For installation(s)/location(s) cited in the contract, contractors shall ensure Common Access Cards (CACs) are obtained by all contract or subcontract personnel who meet one or both of the following criteria:

(1) Require logical access to Department of Defense computer networks and systems in either:

(i) the unclassified environment; or

(ii) the classified environment where authorized by governing security directives.

(2) Perform work, which requires the use of a CAC for installation entry control or physical access to facilities and buildings.

(b) Contractors and their personnel shall use the following procedures to obtain CACs:

(1) Contractors shall provide a listing of personnel who require a CAC to the contracting officer. The government will provide the contractor instruction on how to complete the Contractor Verification System (CVS) application and then notify the contractor when approved.

(2) Contractor personnel shall obtain a CAC from the nearest Real Time Automated Personnel Identification Documentation System (RAPIDS) Issuing Facility (typically the local Military Personnel Flight (MPF)).

(c) While visiting or performing work on installation(s)/location(s), contractor personnel shall wear or prominently display the CAC as required by the governing local policy.

(d) During the performance period of the contract, the contractor shall:

(1) Within 7 working days of any changes to the listing of the contract personnel authorized a CAC, provide an updated listing to the contracting officer who will provide the updated listing to the authorizing government official;

(2) Return CACs in accordance with local policy/directives within 7 working days of a change in status for contractor personnel who no longer require logical or physical access;

(3) Return CACs in accordance with local policy/directives within 7 working days following a CACs expiration date; and

(4) Report lost or stolen CACs in accordance with local policy/directives.

(e) Within 7 working days following completion/termination of the contract, the contractor shall return all CACs issued to their personnel to the issuing office or the location specified by local policy/directives.

(f) Failure to comply with these requirements may result in withholding of final payment.

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APPENDIX DEFINITIONS

Contract Administrator (CA) The individual within the contracting office who performs the day-to-day administration of the contract. The contract administrator may also be the contracting officer.

Contracting Officer (CO) The duly appointed Government agent authorized to award or administer contracts.

The contracting officer is the only person authorized to contractually obligate the Government.

Corrective Action Report (CAR) Used to document unacceptable performance by the Contractor.

Defect Any non-conformance with requirements specified in the contract.

Defective Service A service output that does not meet the standard of performance specified in the contract for that service.

Government Furnished Property (GFP) Facilities, equipment, tools, supplies, parts, or any other items furnished for the concessionaire's use by the Government.

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