A23 - HR001125R0003 - Attachment S04 - Sample Task Order 2 - 2025-03-21.pdf

Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency

(DARPA)

Information Technology Directorate (ITD)

ManAged eNterprise Network sUpport serviceS (MANNUS)

Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)

Solicitation HR001125R0003

Attachment S04 – Sample Task Order 2

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

Dated: 21 March 2025

Sample Task Order 2 - Performance Work Statement (PWS)

1.0 GENERAL

1.1 INTRODUCTION

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA or Agency) is the research and development agency for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). The DARPA mission is to maintain U.S. technological superiority over potential adversaries by identifying, developing, and supporting breakthrough technologies of interest to the military. DARPA is located at 675 North Randolph Street, Arlington, Virginia.

The key to DARPA’s success has been, and continues to be, its ability to attract the brightest minds from Government, industry, and academia and provide them an environment that facilitates their ability to turn ideas into practical, leading-edge technology. DARPA requires Information Technology (IT) services that facilitate this creativity by providing world-class Government service, state-of-the-art tools and services, and rapid, flexible and innovative response to mission essential and evolving Government requirements.

1.2 TASK ORDER BACKGROUND

DARPA is seeking a contractor to provide installation and configuration services for a large format visual media systems printer.

The printer will be used to produce high-quality, large format prints for various applications, including research and development, testing and evaluation, and marketing and outreach. The contractor will be required to install and configure the printer, provide training to DARPA personnel, and ensure that the printer is functioning properly and meeting the required specifications.

1.3 OBJECTIVE

The objective of this task order is to install and configure a large format visual media systems printer that meets the required specifications and provides high-quality prints for various applications.

1.4 SCOPE OF WORK

The scope of this task order includes the installation and configuration of a large format visual media systems printer, provision of training to DARPA personnel, and ensuring that the printer functions properly and meets the required specifications.

2.0 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS/TASKS

The contractor shall:

• Install and configure the large format visual media systems printer

• Coordinate the placement of the visual media systems printer in the location of installation, including ensuring that the area is clear of any obstacles or hazards and that the necessary power and networking connections are available

• Remove the existing system, including the disposal of any hazardous materials in accordance with applicable laws and regulations

• Provide training to DARPA personnel on the operation and maintenance of the printer

• Ensure that the printer is functioning properly and meeting the required specifications

• Develop and deliver a user manual and technical guide for the printer

• Develop and deliver a maintenance plan for the printer

3.0 PLACE AND PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE

The contractor shall perform work at the Government facility located at 675 North Randolph Street, Arlington, Virginia. The Agency will make space available for tasks and activities that require frequent face-to-face interaction with numerous stakeholders.

Offerors shall assume a period of performance of not to exceed 1 month from task order award.

4.0 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED INFORMATION/EQUIPMENT

The Government will provide the large format visual media systems printer, Ricoh Pro C7210x/sx, and all necessary software and hardware components at the place of performance, located at 675 North Randolph Street, Arlington, Virginia. The contractor shall ensure that all Government-furnished equipment is handled and installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and industry best practices. The Government will provide the contractor with access to the necessary facilities and personnel to facilitate the installation and removal of the equipment. The contractor shall notify the Government of any issues or concerns related to the installation or removal of the equipment and shall work with the Government to resolve any problems that may arise.

5.0 DELIVERABLES

The contractor shall provide all deliverables to designated individuals as indicated in deliverable table. The contractor shall electronically post all deliverables for online and/or secure Web access by designated DARPA personnel. Deliverables shall be in Government-approved format. The contractor shall recommend the format of each deliverable to the task order Contracting Officer’s Representative for written approval prior to submission.

5.1 CONTRACT DELIVERABLE TABLE

Deliverable Title Recipients Frequency Location

1 End of Task Order Transition Plan

Contracting Officer (KO)/ Contracting Officer’s Representative

(COR)/

Government Program Manager

(GPM)

Within 21 days of Task Order Start and update as required.

Vault and Confluence, or similar location, as decided by the Government.

2 Non-Disclosure Agreement

KO/COR As required Vault and Confluence, or similar location, as decided by the Government.

3 A fully installed and configured large format visual media systems printer

GPM 30 days after contract award or delivery and acceptance of printer at

DARPA

facilities

Government Place of Performance.

4 A user manual and technical guide for the printer

COR/GPM 30 days after contract award or delivery and acceptance of printer at

DARPA

facilities

Vault and Confluence, or similar location, as decided by the Government.

5 A maintenance plan for the installed and accepted printer

COR/GPM 30 days after contract award or delivery and acceptance of printer at

DARPA

facilities

Vault and Confluence, or similar location, as decided by the Government.

6 A training plan, curriculum, and schedule for DARPA personnel

COR/GPM Within 21 days of task order award

Vault and Confluence, or similar location, as decided by the Government. Training shall occur at the Government Place of Performance

6.0 QUALITY MANAGEMENT

6.1 QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN

This Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) provides a systematic method to evaluate the quality of the contractor's performance of this PWS.

Task/Deliverables Performance

Standards Acceptable Quality Level

Method of Surveillance

Frequency

Installation and Configuration

Printer properly installed and configured according to manufacturer specifications. All components functional and integrated.

100% compliance Physical inspection and testing by the Government Program Manager

(GPM)

Upon completion of installation.

Site Preparation and Old System Removal

Installation area properly prepared and cleared. Power and network connections verified. Old system removed and disposed of according to regulations.

100% compliance Physical inspection and documentation review by the

GPM.

Before and after installation.

Training Delivery Training provided to all designated personnel. Personnel demonstrate competency in operation.

80% of trained personnel demonstrate competency.

Training attendance records and post-training evaluation submitted to the

GPM.

Upon completion of training sessions.

User Manual and Technical Guide

User manual and technical guide complete and accurate. Documents provided in required format.

100% compliance Document review by the GPM.

Upon delivery of documents.

Task/Deliverables Performance Standards

Acceptable Quality Level

Method of Surveillance

Frequency

Maintenance Plan Comprehensive maintenance procedures included.

Schedules and requirements clearly defined.

100% compliance Document review by the GPM

Upon delivery.