Attachment 1 Performance Work Statement.pdf

ATTACHMENT A

Performance Work Statement On-site EHV

Hot stick/Barehand/Rope Access Training

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

WESTERN AREA POWER ADMINISTRATION

PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

FOR ON-SITE EHV HOTSTICK/BAREHAND/ROPE ACCESS TRAINING

1.0 INTRODUCTION/BACKGROUND

1.1 Introduction

The Western Area Power Administration (WAPA), Desert Southwest Region (DSW), requires the services of a qualified contractor to perform Extra High Voltage (EHV) Hot stick/Barehand/Rope Access training for Craft members as set forth in this contract. This Performance Work Statement (PWS) describes the training to be held on Flagstaff Transmission Line (Flagstaff, AZ FLG-PPK 345Kv Line). Pinnacle Peak

Line Segment will be a backup in case of inclement weather conditions.

1.2 Background

WAPA is a federal power marketing administration that markets and delivers reliable, cost-based hydroelectric power and related services to wholesale customers in 17 states. The Desert Southwest

Region is one of four regions of the Western Area Power Administration. Desert Southwest customer service region markets federal hydroelectric power to nearly 70 municipalities, cooperatives, federal and state agencies, and irrigation districts.

Most power sold by the Desert Southwest Region is generated from power plants operated at Hoover, Parker, and Davis dams. Power is also marketed from hydroelectric projects in the Bureau's Upper

Colorado Region and the federal portion of power generated at Navajo Generating Station near Page, Arizona.

The Desert Southwest Region also operates and maintains more than 40 substations and 3,100 miles

(4,950 kilometers) of transmission lines to keep the system running reliably. Our partnerships with our customers allow us to help them quickly restore service to local residents after storms or other major system disturbances.

1.3 Government Personnel

The Contracting Officer is the individual executing this contract on behalf of the Government and is responsible for the overall administration of the contract. He/she is the only person authorized to make any changes in the prices, terms or other conditions of the contract.

The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) is responsible for giving the Contractor any special technical instructions or guidance necessary to ensure contract execution. The COR has no authority to alter the terms of conditions of the contract.

1.4 Contractor Personnel

The contractor shall have a competent on-site representative/instructor authorized to act on behalf of the contractor, available to the CO or COR to receive instructions or information regarding work under the contract. The instructor must be able to fluently speak and understand English. Be able to climb transmission structures up to 400 feet. Perform energized EHV hot stick demonstrations working from aerial lifts, ladders and structures. Instructor must be able to demonstrate EHV Barehand work methods including energized EHV rope access methods. No unauthorized personnel are permitted on the premises.

1.5 Contractor Submittals

1.5.1 List of Employees

Contractor shall furnish names of all personnel performing work on this contract no later than 10 calendar days after contract award. No unidentified or unauthorized personnel are permitted on the work site.

1.5.2 Work Schedule

The period of performance will be September 14, 2026-September 25,2026 (12 calendar days and in case of inclement weather 3 additional days). DSW will coordinate with craft management and contractor and approve dates after coordination.

1.6 Materials

The Contractor shall furnish all training materials and supplies required for the performance of work under this contract.

1.7 Equipment

The contractor will utilize Westerns equipment required for the performance of the work under this contract.

1.8 Utilities

The Government will provide electrical power (120-volt AC) at existing power outlets for the operation of equipment as necessary to perform services.

1.9 Damage to Property

The contractor is liable for damage to both Government and private property in performance of this contract. The contractor shall pay for damages where the damage is the fault or negligence of the contractor, as determined by the CO.

1.10 Interference with Business

The services under this contract shall be performed in such a way that there will be no interruption to or interference with the normal operation of Government business on the premises. Persons employed by the contractor shall, while on the premises, comply with all applicable regulations.

1.11 Occupational Safety and Health

The Contractor shall perform all services under this contract in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local safety and health laws, regulations, codes, and standards. All training conducted shall comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in accordance with 29 CFR

1904, 29 CFR 1910, and 29 CFR 1926, as applicable. If conflicts exist between applicable requirements, the most stringent shall apply. The United States is liable only for negligence on the part of its employees in accordance with the Federal Tort Claims Act, as amended.

The Contractor shall warrant that all instructional staff are qualified and competent to conduct the training required by this Performance Work Statement. Contractor personnel shall be subject matter experts with demonstrated experience in the disciplines they are assigned to instruct. The Contractor shall provide documentation, such as certifications or professional resumes, to the Contracting Officer's

Representative (COR) upon request to validate instructor qualifications.

The Contractor shall take all reasonable precautions in the performance of the work and training under this contract to protect the safety and health of employees and of members of the public and shall comply with all applicable safety and health regulations and requirements.

For training that involves physical activities, equipment use, exposure to hazards, or any other high-risk objectives, the Contractor shall develop and implement a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), Activity Hazard

Analysis (AHA), or equivalent safety procedures. The safety procedures may be integrated directly into a training agenda or objectives. These procedures must address all identified hazards, required protective measures, and planned emergency response actions to ensure the safety of contract employees and training participants.

The Contractor shall immediately correct or halt any training activity to address unsafe conditions and prevent injury or damage. The COR, contract personnel, and trainees shall possess Stop-Work Authority to pause any activity perceived to be unsafe without reprisal. All incidents, accidents, or near-misses shall be reported to the COR immediately, followed by a written report detailing the root cause and corrective actions submitted within 24 hours.

2.0 SCOPE

2.1 The Contractor shall provide qualified, trained, skilled personnel to present a 80-hour certification class for EHV Hot stick-Barehand-Rope Access for up to 30 persons.

2.2 The class will be scheduled for 80-hours to meet WAPA’s Hot stick-Barehand-Rope Access requirement.

2.3 Contractor shall provide Certificates of completion to craft personnel that have successfully taken the training.

2.4 Training shall be conducted during the hours of 7:00 am and 4:00 pm. Monday through Friday, weekend included.

3.0 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The contractor will comply with all Federal, State and local environmental regulations.