RFQ - FCI Bennettsville - f.pdf

Field Acquisition Office

Grand Prairie, Texas 75051

Dear Quoter:

Attached is a solicitation package prepared by the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Field Acquisition Office, for the provision of Vocational Training Instruction Course for an Automotive and Welding Program for the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Bennettsville, located in Bennettsville, South Carolina.

This package contains all necessary information to submit a quote.

Quoters should consider all information provided herein when submitting quotes. Please carefully follow all instructions located in the solicitation package concerning the content, format, and submission of your quotes.

All potential quoters are advised that this solicitation includes the clause at FAR 52.212-4 for Commercial Items. Paragraph (t), System for Award Management (SAM), of this clause requires that all quoters doing business with the Federal Government to be registered in the SAM database. Quoters should include their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) Number in their quotes. The Contracting Officer will verify registration in the SAM database prior to award by entering the potential awardees UEI Number into the SAM database. Failure to complete the registration procedures outlined in this clause may result in elimination from consideration for award. For the purposes of this solicitation, all quoters SAM registration should include NAICS code 611519.

If you have questions about the System for Award Management (SAM), Government procurements in general, or need assistance in the preparation of your quote, a local Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) may be able to help. The Procurement Technical Assistance Program was authorized by Congress in 1985 in an effort to expand the number of businesses capable of participating in the Government marketplace. To locate a PTAC near you, go to http://www.aptac-us.org.

Quotes shall be received on or before the deadline of January 31, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. Central Time.

Quotes shall be submitted electronically via email to dhpayne@bop.gov in pdf format only and will be deemed received at the time as indicated on the email notification. Faxed and hand delivered quotes will not be accepted.

Please submit any questions you may have in writing. Questions may be submitted via email to dhpayne@bop.gov

Sincerely, //s//

Dawn Payne, Contracting Officer

U.S. Department of Justice Federal Bureau of Prisons Administration Division

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SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

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DATE

01/09/2024

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INFORMATION CALL:

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Dawn Payne dhpayne@bop.gov

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Federal Bureau of Prisons

Field Acquisition Office

U.S. Armed Forces Reserve Complex

346 Marine Forces Drive

Grand Prairie, TX 75051

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Federal Bureau of Prisons FCI Bennettsville 696 Muckerman Road Bennettsville, SC 29512

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Federal Bureau of Prisons FCI Bennettsville 696 Muckerman Road Bennettsville, SC 29512

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Federal Bureau of Prisons FCI Bennettsville 696 Muckerman Road Bennettsville, SC 29512

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The provision of Vocational Training - Automotive and Welding Instructor Services at FCI Bennettsville. See attached Statement of Work.

UEI: _________________________

Firm Fixed Price

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Dawn Payne

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Table of Contents

Section Description Page Number

1 Solicitation/Contract Form 2 Commodity or Services Schedule

Section 2.1 Pricing Methodology Section 2.2 Statement of Work - Vocational Training - Automotive and Welding Instructor Services - FCI Bennettsville Section 2.3 Special Contract Conditions

3 Contract Clauses 52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights (Nov 2023) 52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance (Oct 2018) 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2023) 52.224-1 Privacy Act Notification (Apr 1984) 52.224-2 Privacy Act (Apr 1984) 52.228-5 Insurance-Work on a Government Installation (Jan 1997) 52.232-18 Availability of Funds (Apr 1984) 52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (Mar 2023) 52.216-18 Ordering (Aug 2020) 52.216-19 Order Limitations (Oct 1995) 52.216-21 Requirements (Oct 1995) 52.217-9 Option to Extend the Term of the Contract (Mar 2000) 52.232-19 Availability of Funds for the Next Fiscal Year (Apr 1984) 2852.223-70 Unsafe Conditions Due to the Presence of Hazardous Material (NOV 2020) 2852.201-70 Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) (NOV 2020)

BOP 2852.242-71 EVALUATION OF CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE UTILIZING CPARS (APR

2011) DOJ-01 Whistleblower Information Distribution (Oct 2021) DOJ-02 Contractor Privacy Requirements (JAN 2022) DOJ-03 Personnel Security Requirements For Contractor Employees (Nov 2021) DOJ-04 Federal Workplace Responses to Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking (DEC 2014) DOJ-05 Security of Department Information and Systems DOJ-05 (OCT 2023) DOJ-07 Prohibition On Access By Non-U.S. Citizens To DOJ IT Systems (MAR 2002) DOJ-08 Continuing Contract Performance During a Pandemic Influenza or other National Emergency

(OCT 2007)

52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders- Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Dec 2023)

4 List of Attachments 5 Solicitation Provisions

52.204-7 System for Award Management (Oct 2018) 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Sep 2023) 52.217-5 Evaluation of Options (July 1990) 52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment (Nov 2021) 52.209-7 Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (Oct 2018)

5.2 Tailoring and Quote Submission Instructions

5.3 Evaluation and Award Methodology

2852.233-70 Protests Filed Directly with the Department of Justice (NOV 2020) 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2023)

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Section 2 - Commodity or Services Schedule

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

CONTINUATION SHEET

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES EST.

QUANTITY

UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0001 Base Year - Vocational Training - Automotive Instructor Services.

See attached Statement of Work.

Effective Date of Award (EDOA) through 12 months from EDOA.

Estimated Maximum

PSC: U006

1,440 SS $________ $_________________

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES EST.

QUANTITY

UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0002 Base Year - Vocational Training - Welding Instructor Services. See attached Statement of Work.

Effective Date of Award (EDOA) through 12 months from EDOA.

Estimated Maximum

PSC: U006

1,440 SS $________ $_________________

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES EST.

QUANTITY

UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0003 Option Year 1 - Vocational Training - Automotive Instructor Services. See attached Statement of Work.

13 months from Effective Date of Award (EDOA) through 24 months from EDOA.

Estimated Maximum

PSC: U006

1,440 SS $________ $_________________

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES EST.

QUANTITY

UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0004 Option Year 1 - Vocational Training - Welding Instructor Services.

See attached Statement of Work.

13 months from Effective Date of Award (EDOA) through 24 months from EDOA.

Estimated Maximum

PSC: U006

1,440 SS $________ $_________________

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES EST.

QUANTITY

UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0005 Option Year 2 - Vocational Training - Automotive Instructor Services. See attached Statement of Work.

25 months from Effective Date of Award (EDOA) through 36 months from EDOA.

Estimated Maximum

PSC: U006

1,440 SS $________ $_________________

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ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES EST.

QUANTITY

UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0006 Option Year 2 - Vocational Training - Welding Instructor Services.

See attached Statement of Work.

25 months from Effective Date of Award (EDOA) through 36 months from EDOA.

Estimated Maximum

PSC: U006

1,440 SS $________ $_________________

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES EST.

QUANTITY

UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0007 Option Year 3 - Vocational Training - Automotive Instructor Services. See attached Statement of Work.

37 months from Effective Date of Award (EDOA) through 48 months from EDOA.

Estimated Maximum

PSC: U006

1,440 SS $________ $_________________

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES EST.

QUANTITY

UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0008 Option Year 3 - Vocational Training - Welding Instructor Services.

See attached Statement of Work.

37 months from Effective Date of Award (EDOA) through 48 months from EDOA.

Estimated Maximum

PSC: U006

1,440 SS $________ $_________________

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES EST.

QUANTITY

UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0009 Option Year 4 - Vocational Training - Automotive Instructor Services. See attached Statement of Work.

49 months from Effective Date of Award (EDOA) through 60 months from EDOA.

Estimated Maximum

PSC: U006

1,440 SS $________ $_________________

ITEM NO. SUPPLIES/SERVICES EST.

QUANTITY

UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

0010 Option Year 4 - Vocational Training - Welding Instructor Services.

See attached Statement of Work.

49 months from Effective Date of Award (EDOA) through 60 months from EDOA.

Estimated Maximum

PSC: U006

1,440 SS $________ $_________________

Aggregate Total: $__________________________ (Base + All Options)

Section 2.1 Pricing Methodology

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The quantity of services to be provided by the Contractor is estimated. These estimates are not a representation to a quoter or contractor that the estimated quantities will be required or ordered, or that conditions affecting requirements will remain stable or normal. Contract pricing shall include all charges to the Government for providing the services required by this solicitation.

Pursuant to FAR 17.203(b), the Government’s evaluation shall be inclusive of options. The Government will evaluate quotes for award purposes by adding the total price of all options to the total price of the base year requirement. Pursuant to FAR 17.203(d), the quoters may offer varying prices for options, depending on the quantities actually ordered and the dates when ordered.

Section 2.2 Statement of Work - Vocational Training - Automotive and Welding Instructor Services - FCI Bennettsville

Subject

The Federal Bureau of Prisons, Field Acquisition Office, Grand Prairie, Texas, intends to make a single award for an indefinite delivery/requirement type contract with firm-fixed unit prices to an accredited institution of higher learning, Post-Secondary Institution, Vocational Training or Industry-Based School for the provision of an Occupational Training Automotive and Welding Program Instructor for the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Bennettsville, located at 696 Muckerman Rd, Bennettsville, South Carolina 29512. The program will provide instruction in automotive and welding, as part of a sustainability-training program. Successful completion of the training program must qualify inmates for at least entry-level employment in a specified field upon release. General information regarding the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) and its facilities is located at www.bop.gov.

The Vocational Training Program must fall under the contractor’s umbrella of accreditation and lead to continuing education units (CEU’s) resulting in successful completion of the Vocational Training Program.

Successful completion of the training program must quality inmates for at least entry-level employment in a specified field upon release. The Vocational Training Program must lead to a college certificate, or a marketable level certification, 36 Continuing Education Units (CEU). The contractor must be an accredited entity. The organization’s accreditation will be verified using the US Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP) website (https://ope.ed.gov/dapip/#/home).

If required for employment, certification tests form outside organizations may be administered to individual inmates upon completion of a specific Occupational Education Program. The contractor shall not be a self-employed individual, or an individual employed by a Post-Secondary Institution, Vocational Training School, or Industry-based School. The contract must be between the government and the accredited Post-Secondary Educational Institution, Junior College, college, Vocational Training School, or Industry-Based School.

Background

The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) was established in 1930 to provide more progressive and humane care for Federal Inmates, to professionalize the prison service, and to ensure consistent and centralized administration. The Federal Prison System is a nationwide system of prisons and detention facilities for the incarceration of persons who have been sentenced to imprisonment for federal crimes and the detention of persons awaiting trial in Federal Court. The defined mission of the BOP is as follows:

It is the mission of the Federal Bureau of Prisons to protect society by confining offenders in the controlled environments of prisons and community-based facilities that are safe, humane, cost-efficient, and appropriately secure, and that provide work and other self-improvement opportunities to assist offenders in becoming law-abiding citizens.

As an agency under the Executive Branch of the United States Government, the BOP received an annual appropriation of funds to accomplish its mission. The public trust demands that this annual appropriation be

15BFA024Q00000003 Page 7 of 60 prudently managed. Monies spent to provide education to the inmate population must reflect the agency’s best efforts to obtain cost-effective services, consistent with community standards.

In 1996, the BOP’s standardized procedures to (1) select and fund new Vocational/Occupational Training Programs, (2) select and fund existing Vocational/Occupational Training Programs, and (3) update equipment for existing Vocational/Occupational Training Programs. The following BOP Program Statements, which are available electronically at www.bop.gov, are applicable to this contract and are incorporated by reference to the same effect as if they were given in full text.

1. Program Statement 5300.21 – Education, Training, and Leisure Time Program Standards

2. Program Statement 5353.01 – Occupational Education Programs

3. Program Statement 1237.13 – Information Security

Place of Performance

Occupational Training instruction will be performed in the Vocational Training Department at the FCI, located at:

696 Muckerman Rd

Bennettsville, South Carolina 29512

Schedule of Performance - Automotive

Services will be provided Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and 3 p.m.

(excluding Federal Holidays). Additional days/hours may be implemented and/or adjusted if necessary to meet program requirements and the needs of the institution. The contractor will be required to provide 15 students/inmates with an estimated 30 sessions of Automotive Instruction per week. The contractor will make available, four separate cycles (360 hours/cycle each) of Vocational Training in Automotive Chassis (Brakes, Steering and Suspension, and Passenger Comfort) per 12-month period, for an estimated total of 1440 sessions per year. A session is defined as one hour. Courses will be instructed utilizing 6-hours sessions of classroom. Specific dates for the classes will be determined by the Vocational Training (VT) Instructor. The services will include classroom application instruction and hands on instruction in the Automotive Shop at FCI Bennettsville.

Due to the nature of correctional settings, delays in performance may be expected. Such delays may include, but not limited to, inclement weather, electrical or mechanical problems, and other security matters.

When contract employees report to the institution but are not able to perform services due to such delays, the contractor will be reimbursed for the first hour should the contractor be turned away. At times the institution may requests that the contractor remain at the institution for eventual performance when delays in performance are expected to be minimal. In this case, the contractor shall be paid for the full hours worked.

Schedule of Performance – Welding

Services will be provided Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. and 3 p.m.

(excluding Federal Holidays). Additional days/hours may be implemented and/or adjusted if necessary to meet program requirements and the needs of the institution. The contractor will be required to provide 15 students/inmates with an estimated 30 sessions of Welding Instruction per week. The contractor will make available, four separate cycles (360 hours/cycle each) of Vocational Training in Welding Technology per 12-month period, for an estimated total of 1440 sessions per year. A session is defined as one hour. Courses

15BFA024Q00000003 Page 8 of 60 will be instructed utilizing 6-hous sessions of classroom. Specific dates for the classes will be determined by the VT Instructor. The services will include classroom application instruction and hands on instruction in the Welding Shop at FCI Bennettsville.

Due to the nature of correctional settings, delays in performance may be expected. Such delays may include, but not limited to, inclement weather, electrical or mechanical problems, and other security matters.

When contract employees report to the institution but are not able to perform services due to such delays, the contractor will be reimbursed for the first hour should the contractor be turned away. At times the institution may requests that the contractor remain at the institution for eventual performance when delays in performance are expected to be minimal. In this case, the contractor shall be paid for the full hours worked.

Supplies and Equipment

FCI Bennettsville will provide textbooks, supplies, materials, and equipment required.

The contractor will be responsible for providing two (2) instructors, (1) – Automotive Instructor and (1) Welding Instructor. All registration fees, certificates, program certification fees, 609 Mac Refrigerant Certification Fees, American Welding Society (AWS) Testing Fees, (The contractor must be an AWS Testing Facility) and all classroom instruction services.

The contractor will make recommendations to the VT Instructor pertaining to the selection and purchase of additional supplies and equipment.

Method of Performance

The accredited Post-Secondary Institution, Vocational Training School or Industry-Based School will provide instruction for the Automotive and Welding Program in accordance with BOP Program Statement 5353.01, Occupational Education Programs, and BOP Program Statement 5300.21, Education, Training and Leisure Time Program Standards.

20-40 percent of the curriculum’s competencies must be hands-on replication of the actual work environment. Application of hands-on work must be occupational in nature. An institution live work project may be utilized to demonstrate or apply hands-on competencies. Electronic or computer-based simulation does not satisfy the hands-on or live work requirement.

The Supervisor of Education must approve live work projects.

Marketable programs shall afford inmates the opportunity to gain in demand skills in a specific occupation, industry, or trade. The accredited Post-Secondary Institution, Vocational Training School, or Industry- Based School will provide upon completion to the graduates of the Automotive Training, an Automotive Certificate preparing the graduates for careers in the entry-level Automotive Industry and upon completion to the graduates of the Welding Vocational Program, a Welding Certificate preparing the graduates for careers as Commercial/Industrial American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welders.

Scope of Performance - Automotive

Instructor(s) placed on site by the contractor are responsible for ensuring inmates/students are registered with the accredited Post-Secondary Institution, Vocational Training School and/or Industry-Based School, take daily student attendance logs, and provide the inmate/student upon completion, a transcript(s)/certification related to automotive.

The accredited Post-Secondary Institution, Vocational Training School or Industry-Based School will maintain in their data base the inmate/students, first and last name, date of birth, social security number, 15BFA024Q00000003 Page 9 of 60 grades, and certificate of completion. The contractor will maintain on file, the grades and certificate of completion.

The instructor provided by the contractor must meet the criteria of the accredited college or Vocational School to be a certified instructor, at least two valid ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certifications, and a valid MAC 609 Automotive Refrigerant Certification. The instructor must have at least two years teaching experience in a classroom setting. The contractor shall develop and administrate classroom evaluation of the inmate/students and submit grades in accordance with the established educational procedures like those in the community. The contractor may, when applicable, allow advanced students to assist students of lesser abilities.

FCI Bennettsville will provide a curriculum for the program. The course will be designed to prepare inmates to be qualified at a minimum for entry level automotive positions. Program completion will result in marketable skills that meet the minimum qualifications according to industry standards and a certificate of completion from the contractor (accredited college), as well as 36 CEU’s. Class size will be limited to 15 inmates/students. Students will be screened and selected by the Vocational Training Instructor or designee responsible for the program.

The contractor will provide pre-approved and qualified personnel to act as an alternate instructor(s) in the event of the primary instructor's absence, or the class will be extended additional hours to complete the course curriculum.

Contractor will take attendance daily on a roll sheet provided by the institution, noting and reporting all absences. The roll sheet will be turned into the Vocational Training Instructor or designee at the conclusion of each class. Any inmate who has two consecutive unexcused absences, will be dropped from the program.

The accredited Post-Secondary Institution, Vocational Training School or Industry-Based School shall assist in the recruitment of employers to participate in the institution’s Mock Job Fair.

Scope of Performance – Welding

Instructor(s) placed on site by the contractor are responsible for ensuring inmates/students are registered with the accredited Post-Secondary Institution, Vocational Training School and/or Industry-Based School, take daily student attendance logs, and provide the inmate/student upon completion, a transcript(s)/certification related to welding.

The accredited Post-Secondary Institution, Vocational Training School or Industry-Based School will maintain in their data base the inmate/students, first and last name, date of birth, social security number, grades, and certificate of completion. The contractor will maintain on file, the grades and certificate of completion.

The instructor is required to have extensive knowledge in the areas related to the curriculum leading to the applicable college credits in Welding Technology. The instructor must have a diploma in welding from an accredited college, and a minimum of two years teaching experience in a classroom setting. The instructor shall teach by lecture, demonstration, and project assignments. The contractor shall develop and administrate classroom evaluation of the inmate/students and submit grades in accordance with the established educational procedures like those in the community. The contractor may, when applicable, allow advanced students to assist students of lesser abilities.

FCI Bennettsville will provide a curriculum for the program. The course will be designed to prepare inmates to be qualified at a minimum for entry level welding positions. Program completion will result in marketable skills that meet the minimum qualifications according to industry standards and a certificate of completion

15BFA024Q00000003 Page 10 of 60 from the contractor (accredited college), and 36 CEU’s, as well as AWS certification (Contractor must be a certified AWS Test Facility). Class size will be limited to 15 inmates/students. Students will be screened and selected by the Vocational Training Instructor or designee responsible for the program.

The contractor will provide pre-approved and qualified personnel to act as an alternate instructor(s) in the event of the primary instructor's absence, or the class will be extended additional hours to complete the course curriculum.

Contractor will take attendance daily on a roll sheet provided by the institution, noting and reporting all absences. The roll sheet will be turned into the Vocational Training Instructor or designee at the conclusion of each class. Any inmate who has two consecutive unexcused absences, will be dropped from the program.

The accredited Post-Secondary Institution, Vocational Training School or Industry-Based School shall assist in the recruitment of employers to participate in the institution’s Mock Job Fair.

Performance Conditions

The Supervisor of Education shall determine the minimum and maximum number of enrollments, not to exceed 15 students per class. Award of this contract is contingent upon FCI Bennettsville’s approval to receive Advanced Occupational Education Funding.

Award of this contract will result in a contractual arrangement only and in not a personnel appointment;

payment is based on an end product or the accomplishment of a specific result; the service does not constitute and employer/employee relationship; and the contractor will not be subject to government supervision., except for security-related matters. However, the accredited Post-Secondary Institution, Vocational Training School or Industry-Based School performance shall be monitored.

Inmate/Classroom Management

Provisions of service under this contract will require instructors at the accredited Post-Secondary Institution, Vocational Training School, or Industry-Based School to be placed on site to have frequent and unsupervised contact with inmates. Instructors will not be responsible for the management of inmates other than to ensure those inmates involved in activities within the contractor’s scope of work shall abide by all rules in effect to ensure their safety and well-being. Instructors will report any infraction of institutional rules and regulations by inmates to the appropriate institutional staff.

Education Background and Qualifications

The instructors will be employees of an accredited Post-Secondary Institution, Vocational Training School or Industry-Based School with all qualifications required to instruct students in automotive and welding. The contract must be between FCI Bennettsville and the accredited Post-Secondary Institution, Vocational Training School or Industry-Based School that provides training for students to receive industry-recognized certification in automotive and welding. For the Automotive Program, the contractor must be able to provide 36 Continuing Education Units (CEU) per inmate/student for Automotive Chassis completions. All students must receive the Mac 609 Automotive Refrigerant Certification Exam. The contractor must be able to provide 36 CEU’s per inmate/student for the Welding Technology completions. In addition, the contractor must be an AWS certified testing facility and provide AWS testing to inmate/students that complete the program.

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The Occupational Education Program must fall under the provider’s umbrella of accreditation and lead to a college certificate of completion, and 36 CEU’s. AWS certification testing is required for students that successfully complete the welding program. Providers must be accredited by a recognized accrediting agency, as well as a certified AWS testing facility.

Four-year degree programs and programs in liberal arts/general studies are not authorized. The Automotive and Welding courses must not be a part of other college credited programs required for a college degree.

Attire

The contractor is expected to wear professional clothing while on duty. The attire worn shall also be appropriate for the correctional environment in which the contract employee will be performing.

Program Management/Institutional Security

Instructors placed on site by the contractor shall adhere to all institution regulations. New instructors will attend an orientation program for volunteers and contractors prior to the start of classes; all instructors will attend Annual Refresher Training for volunteers and contractors. Reimbursement to the instructor for the time spent in the institution orientation or other specific security related training will be at the contract rate, prorated hourly.

The instructor may, at any time, be removed from the institution at the discretion of the Warden. Instructors shall agree to all regulations prescribed by the institution for the safety, custody, and conduct of inmates. The instructor will be required to sign in and out of the institution for accountability purposes. A badge will be issued and always worn for proper identification. Investigative procedures will be applied, and appropriate forms completed before instructors are permitted inside the institution.

Payment Terms

Payment terms as specified in FAR 52.212-4(g) apply. The contractor shall provide monthly invoice to the FCI Bennettsville, Accounting Department which accurately reflects days worked, number of sessions, and the total amount due for the previous month’s services. The due date for making an invoice payment by the designated payment office shall be the 30th day after the designated billing office has received a proper invoice, or the government has accepted the services performed by the contractor. The contractor can, however, offer discount payment terms for prompt payments as specified in block 13 of the SF-1449 Form of this solicitation. Half sessions will not be authorized for payment.

Section 2.3 Special Contract Conditions

Type of Contract: The Government contemplates a single award of an indefinite delivery/requirements type contract with firm-fixed unit prices resulting from this solicitation. It is anticipated that the contract resulting from this solicitation will be awarded in February 2024 and with an anticipated Effective Date of Award (EDOA) of March 1, 2024. On or about the EDOA, FCI Bennettsville will issue a task order to the contractor. The contractor shall commence full performance services on the EDOA, therefore, all background clearances shall be completed prior to the EDOA.

The resulting contract will include a base year period from the effective date of award (EDOA) through 12 months from the EDOA with four (4) possible 12-month option years for renewal at the unilateral discretion of the Government. Quoters are advised that the Government has the unilateral right to exercise option periods in accordance with FAR 52.217-9, "Option to Extend the Term of the Contract.”

Performance Period(s): The anticipated Effective Date of Award (EDOA) is March 1, 2024.

Base Year: Effective Date of Award (EDOA) through 12 months from EDOA;

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Option Year 1: 13 months from EDOA through 24 months from EDOA Option Year 2: 25 months from the EDOA thorough 36 months from EDOA Option Year 3: 37 months from the EDOA through 48 months from EDOA Optin Year 4: 49 months from EDOA through 60 months from EDOA

Point of Acceptance: The point of acceptance FCI Bennettsville, 696 Muckerman Rd, Bennettsville, South Carolina 29512.

Non-Personal Services Information: This service is a contactual arrangement and not a personal appointment. Payment is based on the provison of an end product or the accomplishment of a specific task. The service does not constitute an employer/employee relationship. The contractor will not be subject to Government supervision, except for security related matters. However, contractor performance shall be monitored. The contractor shall attend all training required by the Bureau of Prisons for contract workers. The contractor will not be permitted to attend istitution meetings, staff recalls or Government training sessions for institution staff.

Reviews: The Contracting Officer or designee is authorized to review by on-site survey, review of records, or by any other reasonable manner, the quality of supplies rendered under this contract. All records shall be subject to review by the Contracting Officer or other representative of the BOP. Payments will be denied when such service does not support the charges or if the service is deemed not necessary or appropriate. Such determinations may be made by the Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer Representative (COR), whichever is appropriate. All records shall be subject to review by the Contracting Officer or other delegated representatives of the

BOP.

Contracting Officer Responsibility: Authority to negotiate changes in the terms, conditions, or amounts cited in this contract is reserved to the Contracting Officer. This responsibility may be delegated to an Administrative Contracting Officer by the Contracting Officer.

Contract Administration Office (CAO): The Contracting Office at FCI Bennettsville is assigned to be the CAO for a resultant contract. This assignment carries with it the authority to perform all normal contract administration functions as listed in FAR 42.302(a), items 1 through 71; to the extent those functions apply to this contract. This assignment also includes delegation of authority to perform functions specified in FAR 42.302(b), items 1 through 11.

Ordering Official: Individual task orders may be issued only by the Contracting Officer, Administrative Contracting Officer, or an ordering official for FCI Bennettsville with an appropriate certificate of appointment. Each task order will identify the services schedule for that period. Orders can be issued orally, by facsimile, mail, or electronic commerce methods. Task orders will take the form of an OF-347 or SF-1449.

Contract Security/Investigative Requirements: The Contractor will not be subject to Government supervision, except for security related matters and monitoring of contract performance. The following investigative procedures may be applied and appropriate forms completed before any Contractor employees are permitted inside the institution:

(1) National Crime Information Center (NCIC) check;

(2) Declaration of Federal Employment (OF-306);

(3) FD-258 (fingerprint check);

(4) Law Enforcement Agency checks;

(5) Vouchering of Employers;

(6) Employment Resume;

(7) Completed Contractor Pre-employment Questionnaire;

(8) Release of Information;

(9) Questionnaire for Sensitive Positions;

(10) Credit Check, if applicable;

(11) Urinalysis, if applicable.

In addition to the above procedures, Contractor Employees must agree to undergo a urinalysis test (for the detection of marijuana and other drug usage). If a test result is positive, the individual(s) shall be excluded and the Contractor shall provide acceptable replacement personnel subject to the same security requirements. Before a quote can be considered for award, the Contractor must agree to submit to all of the above security requirements.

Quoters should also note that clause DOJ-03, Personal Security Requirements for Contractor Employees (Nov 2021) requires that contractor personnel have a "favorable credit report." Quoters are strongly encouraged to pre-screen potential candidates for credit issues before submitting the candidate to FCI Bennettsville.

By submitting a quote for service, the contractor and its employees agree to complete the required documents and undergo the listed procedures. An individual who does not pass the security clearance will be unable to enter the Bureau facility. Any individual

15BFA024Q00000003 Page 13 of 60 employed by the contractor who is deemed not suitable by the Bureau requirements will not be granted access to perform services under the contract. This is a condition of the contract. Finally, the contractor shall be in compliance with 8 CFR 274a regarding employment of aliens.

System of Records: Privacy Act Notification: The contract will require contract staff to operate a system of records documentation and will require adherence to the Privacy Act of 1974. The system of records will be maintained in accordance with community standards for College records. The contractor and/or staff are not authorized to disclose this or any information pertaining to an inmate to any non-BOP source. Any request for such information shall be forwarded to the Supervisor for Education (SOE) for proper disposition.

Schedule of Insurance: In accordance with FAR 52.228-5 and 28.307-2, (a) Workers' compensation and employer's liability. Contractors are required to comply with applicable Federal and State workers' compensation and occupational disease statutes. If occupational diseases are not compensable under those statues, they shall be covered under the employer's liability section of the insurance policy, except when contract operations are so commingled with a contractor's commercial operations that it would not be practical to require this coverage. Employer's liability coverage of at least $100.000 shall be required, except in States with exclusive or monopolistic funds that do not permit workers' compensation to be written by private carriers. (See 28.305(c) for treatment of contracts subject to the Defense Base Act.)

(b) General liability. (1) The Contracting Officer shall require Bodily Injury Liability Insurance coverage written on the comprehensive form of policy of at least $500,000 per occurrence. (2) Property Damage Liability Insurance shall be required only in special circumstances as determined by the agency.

(c) Automobile liability. The Contracting Officer shall require automobile liability insurance written on the comprehensive form of policy. The policy shall provide for bodily injury and property damage liability covering the operation of all automobiles used in connection with perfoming the contract. Policies covering automobiles operated in the United States shall provide coverage of at least $200,000 per person and $500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and $20,000 per occurrence for property damage. The amount of liability coverage on other policies shall be commensurate with any legal requirements of the locality and sufficient to meet normal and customary claims.

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Section 3 - Contract Clauses

A.1 ADDENDUM TO FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2023)

The terms and conditions for the following clauses are hereby incorporated into this solicitation and resulting contract as an addendum to FAR clause 52.212-4.

Clauses By Reference

52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es): www.acquisition.gov

Clause Title Fill-ins (if applicable)

52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights (Nov 2023)

52.204-13 System for Award Management Maintenance (Oct 2018)

52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Products and Commercial

Services (Nov 2023)

52.224-1 Privacy Act Notification (Apr 1984)

52.224-2 Privacy Act (Apr 1984)

52.228-5 Insurance-Work on a Government Installation (Jan 1997)

52.232-18 Availability of Funds (Apr 1984)

52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors

(Mar 2023)

Clauses By Full Text

52.216-18 Ordering (Aug 2020)

(a) Any supplies and services to be furnished under this contract shall be ordered by issuance of delivery orders or task orders by the individuals or activities designated in the Schedule. Such orders may be issued from first day of performance period through last day of the current performance period [insert dates].

(b) All delivery orders or task orders are subject to the terms and conditions of this contract. In the event of conflict between a delivery order or task order and this contract, the contract shall control.

(c) A delivery order or task order is considered "issued" when--

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(1) If sent by mail (includes transmittal by U.S. mail or private delivery service), the Government deposits the order in the mail;

(2) If sent by fax, the Government transmits the order to the Contractor's fax number; or

(3) If sent electronically, the Government either--

(i) Posts a copy of the delivery order or task order to a Government document access system, and notice is sent to the Contractor; or

(ii) Distributes the delivery order or task order via email to the Contractor's email address.

(d) Orders may be issued by methods other than those enumerated in this clause only if authorized in the contract.

(End of clause)

52.216-19 Order Limitations (Oct 1995)

(a) Minimum order. When the Government requires supplies or services covered by this contract in an amount of less than deliverable identified in Schedule of Services [insert dollar figure or quantity], the Government is not obligated to purchase, nor is the Contractor obligated to furnish, those supplies or services under the contract.

(b) Maximum order. The Contractor is not obligated to honor--

(1) Any order for a single item in excess of the estimated quantities in the Schedule of Items within the current performance period [insert dollar figure or quantity];

(2) Any order for a combination of items in excess of the estimated quantities in the Schedule of items within the current performance period [insert dollar figure or quantity]; or

(3) A series of orders from the same ordering office within 30 days that together call for quantities exceeding the limitation in paragraph (b)(1) or (2) of this section.

(c) If this is a requirements contract (i.e., includes the Requirements clause at subsection 52.216-21 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)), the Government is not required to order a part of any one requirement from the Contractor if that requirement exceeds the maximum-order limitations in paragraph (b) of this section.

(d) Notwithstanding paragraphs (b) and (c) of this section, the Contractor shall honor any order exceeding the maximum order limitations in paragraph (b), unless that order (or orders) is returned to the ordering office within 5 days after issuance, with written notice stating the Contractor's intent not to ship the item (or items) called for and the reasons. Upon receiving this notice, the Government may acquire the supplies or services from another source.

(End of clause)

52.216-21 Requirements (Oct 1995)

(a) This is a requirements contract for the supplies or services specified, and effective for the period stated, in the Schedule. The quantities of supplies or services specified in the Schedule are estimates only and are not purchased by this contract. Except as this contract may otherwise provide, if the Government's requirements do not result in orders in the quantities described as "estimated" or "maximum" in the Schedule, that fact shall not constitute the basis for an equitable price adjustment.

(b) Delivery or performance shall be made only as authorized by orders issued in accordance with the Ordering clause. Subject to any limitations in the Order Limitations clause or elsewhere in this contract, the Contractor shall furnish to the Government all supplies or services specified in the Schedule and called for by orders issued in accordance with the Ordering clause. The Government may issue orders requiring delivery to multiple destinations or performance at multiple locations.

(c) Except as this contract otherwise provides, the Government shall order from the Contractor all the supplies or services specified in the Schedule that are required to be purchased by the Government activity or activities specified in the Schedule.

(d) The Government is not required to purchase from the Contractor requirements in excess of any limit on total orders under this contract.

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(e) If the Government urgently requires delivery of any quantity of an item before the earliest date that delivery may be specified under this contract, and if the Contractor will not accept an order providing for the accelerated delivery, the Government may acquire the urgently required goods or services from another source.

(f) Any order issued during the effective period of this contract and not completed within that period shall be completed by the Contractor within the time specified in the order. The contract shall govern the Contractor's and Government's rights and obligations with respect to that order to the same extent as if the order were completed during the contract's effective period; provided, that the Contractor shall not be required to make any deliveries under this contract after the last day of the effective performance period [insert date].

(End of clause)

52.217-9 Option to Extend the Term of the Contract (Mar 2000)

(a) The Government may extend the term of this contract by written notice to the Contractor within prior to the expiration of the current performance period [insert the period of time within which the Contracting Officer may exercise the option]; provided that the Government gives the Contractor a preliminary written notice of its intent to extend at least 60 days [60 days unless a different number of days is inserted] before the contract expires. The preliminary notice does not commit the Government to an extension.

(b) If the Government exercises this option, the extended contract shall be considered to include this option clause.

(c) The total duration of this contract, including the exercise of any options under this clause, shall not exceed 5 years (months)(years).

(End of clause)

52.232-19 Availability of Funds for the Next Fiscal Year (Apr 1984)

Funds are not presently available for performance under this contract beyond September 30 of the Base Year or any Option Year exercised. The Government's obligation for performance of this contract beyond that date is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made.