A04_2022_SOW_Education_Training_and_Media_Draftv4_-_Final_06292022.docx

STATEMENT OF WORK

1.1 Description

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) requires contractors to work in coordination with the BLM and/or subject matter experts to provide development and production of educational training and media products in support of wildland fire training and public education. The intent of products is to improve awareness and provide education to the wildland firefighting community.

1.2 Products

The individual authorized under this Blanket Purchase Authority (BPA) shall provide video and online module development and production as complete projects, as well as any of the specific components of the development and production as described below.

Requirements will vary dependent on current wildland fire operations, fire prevention, mitigation, and safety issues within BLM. Products may include, but are not limited to:

· Script and Storyboard Development

· Videography and Photography

· Interviewing

· Graphic Design

· Electronic Graphic Animation/Computer Graphic Imagery

· Video and Audio Editing and Production

· Video Editing Graphics Support

· Image Enhancement and Editing

· Module Tools/Job Aids Development

· Online Module Development

· Narration/Voice-Over/Text-to-Talk

Requirements include, but are not limited to:

· Skill set required includes: photographer, videographer, graphic designer, audio visual specialist, instructional designer, narrator

· Products developed by the Contractor in media formats will be delivered in high resolution files as defined within the individual BPA Call Request for Quote.

· All media will be provided on external hard drives, via email, or via download from a secure website.

· BLM will have final approval for the on-screen talent and may offer recommendations.

· BLM will have final approval regarding the use of virtual sets and their design.

· BLM will have final approval of scripts and storyboards, provide script supervision to ensure content is not altered during production and pronunciation is accurate, and answer questions and offer support as needed. Scripts and storyboards may be provided by the BLM.

· Media products may incorporate clips/images provided by the BLM.

· All products will become the property of the BLM and will include logos defined in the individual BPA Call Request for Quote.

1.3 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

· The Contractor shall supply all labor, equipment, supplies, and incidentals necessary to provide wildland fire related educational training and media products/service to the BLM.

· The Contractor shall have the means to produce deliverables in industry standard formats and resolution, as outlined in the individual BPA Call Request for Quote.

1.4 GOVERNMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

· Specifications regarding what the government shall provide will be stated in the individual BPA Call Request for Quote.

· Provide one technical point of contact for Contractor interaction and logistical support.

· May provide video or images to be used in the development of educational training and/or media products.

· Field Work Support

· May provide limited logistical support to include transportation to and from the field, and may assist with mobilization and access to buildings/property as necessary.

· The Government may temporarily supply the Contractor with personal protective equipment (PPE) and other fire gear required for access to the fireline. The Contractor shall return all PPE promptly when no longer required.

· The Contractor will be reimbursed for required travel that is directly related to the individual BPA Call Request for Quote as specified and approved by the Contracting Officer under this Contract. If travel is required, expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with the Federal Travel Regulations: Travel associated with BPA Calls against an established BPA shall be reimbursed in accordance with FAR 31.205-46. Transportation (airfare, rental vehicle, fuel) and/or associated expenses will be reimbursed for the actual expense by the Government. Lodging, meals, and incidental expenses will be reimbursed at the current GSA per diem rate. Receipts must be submitted for reimbursement. Reimbursement shall be as a pass through without the application of any loading factors including but not limited to profit/fee.

· Travel will not be necessary for all projects, but when required, it will be stated in the individual BPA Call Request for Quote.

· Individual project requirements will be advertised amongst established BPA holders and the BPA calls will be awarded based upon the best value to the government.

1.5 Period of performance

This agreement covers a period not to exceed five years.

1.6 RIghts and ownership

The Government shall own all deliverables (including native files and working copies) produced relevant to this agreement. As the owner, the Government can use, disclose, reproduce, and prepare derivative works of the deliverables; distribute copies to the public and display them publicly, in any manner and for any purpose whatsoever.

All work produced under the established BPAs must meet Section 508 compliance standards in accordance with FAR 39.201 and the guidelines found at http://www.section508.gov.

2.0 Evaluation Factors

1. Quality of the Proposal

____ A. Does the offeror demonstrate a understanding of the proposed requirements and clearly outline which of the products they have the ability to produce?

____ B. Is there a clear description of how the work will be managed and coordinated with the BLM?

2. Technical Capabilities

____ A. Does the respondent have experience in the development and production of educational training and media products?

____ B. Does the respondent demonstrate professional past performance in the development and production of educational training and media products?

____ C. Are the reference checks supportive of the respondent’s technical abilities and ability to work within original budget?

3. Bid Price