25QE012_ATTCH8_QASP_112824.docx

Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan

K-5 Literacy Instructional Resources

1. Purpose This Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) provides a systematic method to evaluate performance for the stated contract by explaining (1) what is monitored, (2) how monitoring occurs, (3) who monitors, and (4) how monitoring efforts and results are documented.

2. Background The K-5 English Language Arts (ELA) contract, HE1254508D-0003, expired in 2013 and those materials do not support access to the new standards, which will be implemented in kindergarten through grade 5 beginning in school year 2018-2019. DoDEA has not purchased new print materials for the core program since originally purchased under the contract noted above and schools had digital access through June 2017. Literacy intervention materials were purchased in 2014 for K-3 students struggling with reading and writing via contract HE125414D0006. The current contract, HE125418D0001 has reached its ceiling limit/maximum value due to an unexpected increase in the requirement due to the pandemic and other factors, so DoDEA must re-compete this requirement.

3. Objectives DoDEA has adopted College and Career Ready Standards for Literacy (CCRSL) and requires robust, standards-aligned print and digital instructional resources for K-5 students and teachers systemwide. The instructional resources must (1) be research-based and aligned to the CCRSL, (2) provide college and career ready literacy skills via access to grade level appropriate complex text, appropriate blend of fiction and non-fiction material, and text dependent tasks, (3) integrate reading, writing, speaking and listening and (4) provide differentiated instruction. Digital resources to support the print copies are acceptable, but a 100% digital solution will not meet DoDEA’s needs. The text sets should reflect the text complexity measures required by the CCRSL (qualitative, quantitative, and reader/task considerations).

This QASP does not detail how the Contractor accomplishes the work but is based on the premise that the Contractor is responsible for management and quality control actions to meet the terms of the contract. The Government is responsibility to be objective, fair, and consistent in evaluating performance. The QASP takes into account that unforeseen and uncontrollable situations may occur. It is a living document, which the Government may review and revise on a regular basis to ensure it remains valid, useful, and enforceable. The Government will coordinate any changes with the Contractor. DoDEA will provide copies of the original QASP and revisions to the Contractor and Government officials implementing the surveillance activities.

4. Government Personnel Responsible to Oversee and Coordinate Surveillance Contracting Officer (KO) - Ensures performance of all necessary actions for effective contracting, compliance with the contract terms, and safeguarding the interests of the Government in the contractual relationship. Ensures the Contractor receives impartial, fair, and equitable treatment under this contract. Is responsible for the final determination of Contractor performance.

Assigned KO: Alim Koroma DoDEA HQ - 571-372-1473 - alim.koroma@dodea.edu Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) - Is responsible for technical administration of the contract, ensures proper Government surveillance of Contractor performance. Keeps a quality assurance file. Provides all corresponding documentation to the KO when the contract expires. Is not empowered to make any contractual commitments or authorize any contractual changes on the Government’s behalf. The Contractor shall refer any changes that may affect contract price, terms, or conditions to the KO for action.

Assigned COR: Nicole Patrick, K-5 Literacy ISS DoDEA-HQ – 571-560-5028- nicole.patrick@dodea.edu

5. Contractor Representatives The following Contractor employee serves as the Contractor’s Program Manager/Task Manager for this contract:

Program Manager: TBD Organization: xxx-xxx-xxxx – Email address

6. Performance Standards Performance standards define desired services. The Government performs surveillance to determine if the Contractor exceeds, meets or does not meet contract standards. The Performance Requirements Summary Matrix below includes the performance standards. The Government will determine Contractor performance by comparing them to the Acceptable Quality Level (AQL).

· Task 1, Student and Classroom Instructional Resources, PWS 2.1

· Task 2, Text-Dependent Requirements, PWS 2.2

· Task 3, Grammar, Writing, Speaking, and Listening, PWS 2.3

· Task 4, Supplementary Materials, PWS 2.4

At least 95% of print resources are delivered on time and undamaged.

COR inspection and stakeholder feedback

7. Incentives Exercise option and positive performance evaluation

8. Methods of QA Surveillance Various methods exist to monitor performance. The COR will use the surveillance methods listed below. Regardless of the surveillance method, the COR will always contact the Contractor's task manager or on-site representative when a defect is identified and inform him/her of the specifics. The COR is responsible to monitor Contractor performance in meeting a specific performance standard/AQL usually by one of the following methods:

· Direct Observation: Performed periodically or through 100% surveillance as needed.

· Periodic Inspection: Done as required.

· Validated User/Customer Complaints: Based on complaints from stakeholders.

· 100% Inspection Surveillance results may be used as the basis for actions (including payment deductions) against the Contractor. In such cases, the contract’s Inspection of Services clause becomes the basis for the KO’s actions.

9. Ratings Metrics and methods are designed to determine if performance exceeds, meets, or does not meet a given standard and acceptable quality level. Unless otherwise specified, the following rating scale will be used:

· Exceptional: Performance significantly exceeds requirements to the Government’s benefit.

· Satisfactory: Performance meets contractual requirements.

· Unsatisfactory: Performance does not meet contractual requirements.

10. Documenting Performance

· Acceptable Performance: DoDEA will document acceptable performance. Any report may become a part of the supporting documentation history. A report template is attached.

· Unacceptable Performance: When unacceptable performance occurs, the COR informs the Contractor. Notification is normally in writing unless circumstances necessitate verbal communication. In any case, the COR documents the discussion and places it in the COR file.

· Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR)

· When the COR determines formal written communication is required, s/he prepares a CDR and presents it to the Contractor's task manager or on-site representative. A CDR template is attached.

· The CDR specifies if the Contractor is required to prepare a corrective action plan, i.e., the Contractor’s plan to correct the unacceptable performance and avoid a recurrence. The CDR also states how long the Contractor has to present this corrective action plan to the COR. The Contractor shall acknowledge receipt of the CDR in writing.

· The Government reviews the Contractor's corrective action plan to determine acceptability.

· A CDR may become a part of the supporting documentation for contract payment deductions or other actions deemed to be necessary by the KO.

11. Measurement

· Frequency of Measurement: During contract/order performance, the COR will take periodic measurements, as specified in the AQL column of the Performance Requirements Summary Matrix and analyze whether the negotiated frequency of measurement is appropriate for the work being performed.

· Frequency of Performance Assessment Meetings: The COR will meet with the Contractor at a minimum of once per year to assess performance and obtain a written assessment.

12. COR’s Quality Surveillance File The COR’s quality surveillance file contains the following documentation:

1) COR appointment letter, any changes to that letter, and any termination letters

2) COR training certificates

3) Contract and all contract modifications

4) Applicable quality assurance surveillance plan (QASP)

5) Names, titles, and contact information of key Government and Contractor personnel assigned to this contract

6) Surveillance schedules / checklists, if applicable

7) All correspondence (1) by authorized Contractor and Government personnel regarding performance of the contract and (2) customer feedback

8) Memoranda for record of minutes of any meeting, telephone conversations and discussions with the Contractor or others pertaining to the contract or contract performance

9) Documentation pertaining to acceptance of services, reports or data

Digital Signature Nicole Patrick, Contracting Officer’s Representative

Performance Report < This template will be used to formally document surveillance. >

1. Contract number:

2. Prepared by:

3. Date and time of observation:

4. Observation:

<Examples of items to include in a report are:

· Method of surveillance.

· How frequently you conducted surveillance.

· Surveillance results.

· Number of observations.

Prepared by:

Contract Discrepancy Report (CDR) < This template will be used to formally document discrepancies. >

1. Contract Number:

2. To: (Contractor Task Manager or on-site representative)

3. From: TBD

4. Date and time observed discrepancy:

5. Discrepancy or problem:

<Describe in detail. Identify any attachments.>

6. Corrective action plan:

A written corrective action plan < is / is not > required.

< If a written corrective action plan is required include the following. > The written Corrective Action Plan will be provided to the undersigned not later than < # days after receipt of this CDR. >

Prepared by:

Received by:

Contractor Task Manager or On-Site Representative Date

The COR may initiate a CDR at any time, including when (1) the number of monthly recorded defects for a performance standard exceeds the allowable number of defects, (2) unacceptable performance is determined critical in nature and requires formal corrective action, and (3) an unfavorable trend in Contractor performance is detected.

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